Formation for the Engaged
SmartLoving Fertility
An online course that explores the basics of human fertility and the application of fertility awareness for family planning. Based on the Sympto-thermal method, the course includes printable charts and step-by-step instruction for those wishing to learn and apply the method. The course also includes couple activities so that husband and wife can explore their thoughts and emotions as they progress. A unique feature of SmartLoving Fertility is the 'Couple Check In' - a guided process to assist couples in discerning their pregnancy intention based on Humanae Vitae n10.
Marriage at the Movies
Recent research that was picked up in the New York Times and multiple other media outlets has shown that
Pope to Meet with 20,000 Couples for St. Valentine’s Day
Importance of Marriage and Raising a Christian Family to Be Focus of Initiative VATICAN CITY, February 12, 2014 (Zenit.org)
Destination Weddings and other Wedding Phenomenon
A recent article on US Catholic asked the question: Should Catholics have Destination Weddings? : here The article touched on
Premarital Chastity Does Not Guarantee a Perfect Marriage
Editor’s note: this article explores come of the current debate around the merits of various approaches to sex education.
Prenups and Catholic Teaching
We recently took an inquiry from a man about prenuptial agreements. He wanted to know if they were okay
SmartLoving Workshops
A series of free-standing half-day workshops for couples These three-four hour workshops are run by MRC’s trained presenters and include
SmartLoving Talks
A series of freestanding talks for couples across the life cycle. These one and half hour talks are run
Engage – Course Outline
The Engage course has six sessions running approximately 2 hours each, with additional take home activities. Session overview A
Engage – Benefits
The Mentoring model is fast becoming the preferred system for providing marriage preparation.Benefits for the EngagedThe presence of a married couple
Engage – Distinguishing Features
The Engage Curriculum offers five important features that distinguishes it from many other courses available. Seamless Integration of modern psychology