DEPARTMENT for MARRIAGE & FAMILY MINISTRY
7911 Detroit Ave - Cleveland, Ohio 44102
216-334-2978  / 216-334-2976 (fax)


The future of the world and of the Church passes by way of the family. -John Paul II

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MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT is available for couples: 

Coalition for Marriage, Family & Couples Education.
A website featuring articles, authors, programs and seminar information in support of marriage and family.

PREP® is an internationally recognized relationship skills program proven to improve communication, conflict resolution, commitment, fun and marital satisfaction.  Make an investment in your marriage and register for a workshop!  Register here>

The Marriage Course is another award winning program which teaches couples knowledge and skills that deepen their love, joy and commitment.   Several parishes are hosting programs including St. Basil in Brecksville; call deacon Dave Pecot 440-526-1686.   Or for more information Bill Boomer for more information 216-334-2971.  Click here for a description of the program. 

Third Option is a 14 week session program where couples learn to make their marriage work.  Learning from couples who have overcome marital difficulties, participants discover new ways to handle old problems.  March 25, 2008 - 7:00-9:00 p.m. - St. Mary Church in Painesville in the Old Convent - contact Bill Glover at 440-670-5554.  The Third Option Program for Married Couple is supported by the Diocesan Department for Marriage and Family Ministry.

Worldwide Marriage Encounter
is for couples who have good marriages and want to make them better. Discover ways to deepen your communication and spirituality on the weekend. 

        Weekends in 2008 at the Holiday Inn - Rockside - Independence 

Call Rose and Ken Breen for information and reservations 440-899-9002.   Visit their website

     Click here to Register March 7, 2008
through March 9, 2008 

Holiday Inn - Rockside
Independence, OH

Click here to Register July 14, 2006
   through July 16, 2006

The Hilton Garden Inn Airport
Cleveland , OH  

    Click here to Register October 6, 2006
   through October 8, 2006

The Hilton Garden Inn Airport
Cleveland , OH  

         Click here to Register November 10, 2006
   through November 12, 2006

The Hilton Garden Inn Airport
Cleveland , OH  

Akron Weekends in 2005: Reservations:    330-305-9963 

Nov.4, 2005 through Nov. 6, 2005 - This weekend will be held in Marietta, Ohio

Retrouvaille is a weekend and six follow-up sessions for couples who are struggling in their marriage. Couples who have been to the brink of separation and divorce but instead were able to communicate and reconcile help other couples discover that there is always hope and help available for those who want their marriages to work.

Cleveland Weekend Dates for 2006 
Beachwood Hilton-Cleveland East
January 13-15, 2006
March 31-April 2, 2006
September 8-10, 2006

Pre-Reg or Contact  

Call Al & Denise Miskinis (330) 665-3506 or 1-800-470-2230 
or go to the website for more information. Register Online
   
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Natural Family Planning (NFP) classes are held at various locations throughout the year. Call the Office (216 334 2973) for places and times.  Or  see the NFP Page for a listing of current classes.
 

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Last update  +  29 February, 2008  

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     Click here to Register June 20, 2008 
through June 22, 2008 

Holiday Inn - Rockside
Independence, OH

     Click here to Register September 26, 2008 
through September 28, 2008 

Holiday Inn - Rockside
Independence, OH

     Click here to Register November 7, 2008 
through November 9, 2008 

Holiday Inn - Rockside
Independence, OH