Marriage Preparation

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A newly married couple snaps a selfie with Pope Francis at the Wednesday general audience in Paul VI Hall, Feb. 4, 2015.

Love requires work – not just attraction or feelings, Pope tells couples

May 27, 2015

By Elise Harris

In his weekly general audience, Pope Francis said the process of engagement is essential for any couple on their way... Read more

Formation for marriage can't end at the wedding, Catholic couple says

Oct 21, 2014

By Ann Schneible

As the Church continues to reflect on the pastoral needs of the family following the recent Synod of Bishops, there... Read more

Cardinal Vincent Nichols, Archbishop of Westminster.

Cardinal shines light on migration, marriage prep in family synod

Oct 10, 2014

By Ann Schneible

The effects of migration and poverty upon families, the pastoral care of children, the Eucharist in connection to our understanding... Read more

Catholic marriage preparation needs to better 'evangelize'

Feb 19, 2014

By Carl Bunderson, Kevin J. Jones

The head of a major U.S. missionary apostolate says that evangelization – not simple catechesis – is needed to prepare... Read more