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A Day for Couples 2026: Relate, Elevate with Grace
"Honor your father-in-law and your mother-in-law....Do nothing to grieve [your spouse]” (Tobit 10:12)
February 7, 2026
About THE EVENT
Our Mission
A Day for Couples is an annual pre-marriage and marriage conference that inspires couples to more fully live out God's plan for their marriages. It consists of:
- Uplifting presentations
- Quiet time together
- Time for fellowship
2026 AD4C Tentative Agenda
Location: Resurrection Catholic Church, Jacksonville, FL
2:00 pm Sign in
All registration and payment are due by February 3rd
2:30 Welcome Fr. Alex and Marriage Ministry
2:35 Introduction speakers
2:40 First Talk
3:10 Break
3:30 Second Talk
4:00 - 4:45 Reconciliation Fr. Alex and Fr. John
4:00 pm Adoration Deacon Ed
4:30 pm Rosary
5:00 pm Mass
6:00 pm Social Time
6:30 pm Catered Dinner
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm LOU'S Mobile Entertainment, LLC
8:00 pm Wrap Up and Final remarks
Speakers: Tom and Jean Marie Edwards
Live in St. Augustine, Florida. Both were raised in the Roman Catholic faith and are proud parents and grandparents of twenty-one.
In 1974, Tom transitioned from retail management to full-time ministry, leading to an international outreach focused on lay Catholic evangelization and the teaching of Scripture. His work has reached audiences across the U.S. and various other countries, aiming to make the Word of God relevant to today’s lives. He has also served for 25 years as a Country Coordinator for Renewal Ministries in Ann Arbor, MI.
Jean Marie is active in pro-life presentations and parish ministries, inspiring many through her mission work.
https://goyetomedwards.wixsite.com/parishmission
Testimonials
Robert and Zwinda
"A Day for Couples revealed to us, we are not the only ones experiencing the ups and downs of marriage, trying to get to know one another, while also raising a family. It provided us with new insights, ideas and techniques, to 'smooth over the rough edges' when communicating with each other, and how to love each other more deeply and intimately, on a daily basis."
Jim and Stephanie
"This has been a precious opportunity for us to take a day just for ourselves. We learned from other couples and through scripture ways we can better navigate the challenges of marriage. We come away with a deeper appreciation of each other and the beautiful Sacrament of Marriage."
Feedback
100% of couples who participated in the event would recommend this event
A Day for Couples: A Smart Investment
Don't miss THIS opportunity to invest in your marriage! Those who invest in Marriage Enrichment annually see results! The benefits to your marriage, your kids and our community are invaluable!
"As the family goes, so goes the nation, and so goes the whole world in which we live." Pope St. John Paul II
Resurrection Catholic Church
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3383 University Blvd N, Jacksonville, FL 32277
904-744-0833
We are happy to answer your questions. Please start by reviewing the FAQ list below. If you still have a question, email us: emilbh@comcast.net
The conference includes dinner, do we have to attend the dinner in order to participate in the conference?
We invite all couples to stay for dinner since it provides an opportunity to fully experience a ‘date night’ with fellowship and fun. However if you choose not to join us for dinner you can let us know when you register. The registration fee will still apply.
Will this conference be relevant for my non Catholic spouse?
Even though the speakers are Catholic what they share will have universal application. We have purposefully kept the themes relevant to all couples.
Will we be the only young couple there or will couples of various age groups be attending?
Our hope is that couples from all stages and ages in their relationship join us, this conference is also great for those seriously dating or engaged.
My spouse and I are not really a “sharing” type of couple. Will we be expected to do open sharing at some point in the conference?
No, there is no open sharing or large group discussion. There will be at least one couple exercise that the couple privately completes and reflects on.
Will there be child care?
Young nursing infants are always welcome to join their parents. We cannot provide on-site child care for older children.
Will Mass be included?
All attendees are invited to the 5 o’clock mass. There will be reserved seating section that we ask attendees to use. There will also be reconciliation service available starting at 4 pm.
Do we need to be married in the Church to attend the conference?
No, you do not. However, we hope that this conference plants a seed that bears much fruit in your marriage.
We have a very tight family budget, are there scholarships available for this conference?
Yes, we do have scholarships available. On the registration page, simply choose the Scholarship option.
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An Event Organized by: Resurrection's Marriage Ministry
The goal of the Marriage Ministry Team is to form the youth and single adults, prepare the engaged in God's plan for Marriage, enrich/strengthen all marriages, accompany the widows and widowers, heal the divorced, and coach couples in distress.
To learn more about volunteer opportunities, please contact:
pfechtel16@gmail.com
To donate to our Ministry or to sponsor a couple to attend A Day for Couples visit:
https://forms.gle/4eytSduxj1reogq47
To learn more about starting a Marriage Ministry at your church, contact Raquel Tripp at raquel@missionariesofmarriage.org