Registration ends February 7th, 2022
Theme: The Head and the Heart of Marriage
JOIN US February 12th, 2022 a Day for Couples
Theme: The Head and the Heart of Marriage
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
Speakers: Troy and Kathleen Billings
Troy and Kathleen Billings met at the University of Notre Dame when paired up to perform a dance together for a Christmas show. It was not until several years later when, by the grace of God, their lives reunited and they fell in love, thus beginning their real dance together in the Sacrament of Marriage. They recently relocated from a suburb of Chicago to Greenville, South Carolina with their five children, ages 6 to 23. They also have four children in Heaven. Troy is a Senior Global Program Manager for SAP, and Kathleen has a BA in Theology from Franciscan University of Steubenville which she leverages as a national speaker and author. Kathleen writes for Catholic Mom, WINE- Women in the New Evangelization, and has a blog entitled “Two to Tango” in the For Your Marriage section of the USCCB Website. Kathleen’s personal blog is: seasonsoftheheartandhome.com She is also a contributing author to the book, Amazing Grace for Mothers, published by Ascension Press.
Together Troy and Kathleen created from the ground up, and are the former co-director’s of a vibrant, parish-based marriage ministry called BAM – Building Amazing Marriages. They are frequent guest speakers nationwide on the topic of marriage.
Troy and Kathleen have a forthcoming book, - a “Daily Devotional for Catholic Couples,” scheduled for release in February of 2022 by Our Sunday Visitor.
2022 Agenda
1:30 PM Sign-In @ Parish Center
1:50 PM Introductions
2:00 PM Kathleen and Troy Billings - Head and the Heart of Marriage
2:45 PM Break/Couples Exercise
3:15 PM Kathleen and Troy Billings - Dancing as One
4:00 PM Reconciliation
4:30 PM Rosary
5:00 PM Mass
6:00 PM Social before dinner; Tip jar for bar
6:10 PM Jacob and Juanita Plique - Find “the rhythm” after Marital Missteps
6:30 PM Blessing / Dinner with Jazz Trio
7:30 PM Dance lesson with Kathleen and Troy
9:00 PM Closure
Our dinner volunteers will wear masks and follow safety guidelines.
Masks will be available for participants who request one.
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."
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: marriageministryteam@respar.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.
2020 A Day for Couples: "The Innermost of Couple Prayer"
Enjoy this audio track from the 2020 A Day for Couples. The 2020 theme was "The Most Intimate Act". A wonderful talk on couple prayer.
2020 A Day for Couples: "Discernment and Intimacy"
Enjoy this audio track from the 2020 A Day for Couples. The 2020 theme was "The Most Intimate Act". A wonderful talk on couple prayer.
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:
marriageministryteam@respar.net
To donate to our Ministry or to sponsor a couple to attend A Day for Couples visit:
https://forms.gle/78PzcfCjzG9fz2D48
To learn more about starting a Marriage Ministry at your church, contact Raquel Tripp at raquel@missionariesofmarriage.org