Pre Marriage courses are presented and designed to address the needs and expectations of contemporary couples preparing for a Christian marriage. The format is positive and professional in combining up-to-date psychological research with the core values of marriage. One-to-one counselling is also available for couples who need to address certain issues before marriage.

Course Objectives:

	To focus on the relationship
	To explore the spirituality and sacrament of marriage
	To enjoy time out together as a couple
	To create increased awareness of each other
	To introduce new skills

Each couple is required to complete the entire course which includes a private feedback session to be arranged for the following Monday night by appointment.

“The private meetings we had with the counsellor were really insightful..”

Course Content:

	Questionnaires and feedback
	Expectations
	Communication
	Sexuality
	Spirituality

Examples of topics covered:

	Questionnaires: Marriage Readiness and Personality Profile
	Communication: handling conflict, listening and anger management
	Sexuality: nourishing a relationship
	Spirituality: the spirituality and Sacrament of Marriage

“We really enjoyed examining issues that we otherwise would not have talked about…”