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Wedding Ceremony Planner (SmartLoving)
SmartLoving Wedding Ceremony walks couples step by step through each stage of the Catholic wedding (with or without Mass). It includes: a) Explanation of the two forms (Nuptial Mass and Wedding Ceremony), b) Discussion of suitable music, dress and common cultural traditions, c) Options for the various prayers, d) Most common scripture readings and links to commentary, e) Printable PDF for recording their chosen readings, prayers and music.
Engaged Group Experience (SmartLoving)
SmartLoving Engaged Group Experience (SLE GX) is a resource for leaders who prefer live interaction with the participants. Based on the same dynamic curriculum of the SLE On Demand course, this 'teach out of the box' resource includes: a) Plug & Play videos with pause points for activities (stream or download for offline play back), b) Comprehensive Leader Guide with step-by-step instructions for each lesson, c) Assets for promotion and tips for hosting, d) Participant resources including print workbooks, access to videos quizzes, extension activities and completion certificate, e) Bonus participant resources include access to SL Fertility, SL Wedding Ceremony Planner, SL Newlywed.
Syndicated SmartLoving Column
Looking for Catholic marriage and family content to publish in your diocesan paper or newsletter? Sign up to receive the Syndicated SmartLoving Column authored by Francine and Byron Pirola every 2 weeks. Content includes: Article in blog format with hyperlinks, pull quotes and tags Article in Print-Ready format Artwork for special offers in 3 formats Link and embed code for Soundcloud audio file Publishing Terms: You under no obligation to publish any SL articles, but if you do wish to publish, the following applies: There is no cost to you or your organisation other than the obligation to credit the authors and provide a back link to the SL website, and whenever possible, include the current SL Offer artwork in your publication (web, print, social etc). If you publish SL content regularly online, please create an author profile so that all SL content is aggregated for readers. Authored by Francine & Byron Pirola, the SmartLoving column features reflections on contemporary relationship science through a Catholic theological lens. original content every two weeks authored b
Catechumenal Pathways for Married Life – Summary
An interactive summary of the CPML document providing big picture ideas, an explanation of the model mapped onto Marriage Formation Stages (Familiaris Consortio) and the RCIA, with key quotes.
Peyton Institute For Domestic Church Life
Catholic Families Are Called to be Different. How can Catholic families experience faith as the source of warmth in their homes? How can our households better reflect the love of Christ in our relationships with each other and the world? How can Catholic families fulfill their mission to be the primary engines of evangelization and positive social change? The Peyton Institute for Domestic Church Life is dedicated to answering these and other questions that promote family spirituality and well-being. Through our original research, professional trainings, and creative resources, The Peyton Institute is working to build dynamic domestic churches, founded on the bedrock of Christian love and serving as outposts of grace in their communities.
SmartLoving Discern
Created in response to the feedback, the course walks dating couples through the first four lessons of SL Engaged. These lessons give them some foundational skills to dive deep into their relationship and explore each other's views and expectations. Additional content specifically for discerning couples is included. Explore yourself, your relationship, your understanding of marriage and your hopes for your future, without the pressure of wedding day timelines.
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