How should marriage catechumenate be carried out with couples who arrive at the “last minute”? What can the parish do to prevent this?
The marriage catechumenate is not merely a series of recommendations for couples to live their [...]
Jan
What is the ideal validity period for the Marriage Catechumenate certificate?
Some parishes establish a validity period for the Marriage Catechumenate or the Preparation Sessions for [...]
Jan
How can dating couples be drawn to the Marriage Catechumenate?
Before answering, I must stress that this is not a new guideline, but one that [...]
Dec
May dating couples participate in the Marriage Catechumenate?
The answer is not only that they may, but that they should! The most recent [...]
Nov
Which topics and activities are indispensable in the Marriage Catechumenate?
I understand that this question refers to the Proximate Stage, which is still commonly known [...]
Oct
Should the Marriage Catechumenate provide guidance on Family Planning?
Before answering, we must better understand the expression “family planning.” It began to be used [...]
Sep
Should the parents of engaged couples be involved in the preparation for Marriage? What would be the ideal moment for that?
I have received several questions on this matter. The participation of parents is very important [...]
Sep
Who can assist in the marriage preparation?
Family ministry and other apostolates in support of families can often involve the faithful who [...]
Aug