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:
2:00 PM Sign-In @ Parish Center
2:30 PM Rosary for Our Lady of Lourdes
3:00 PM Introductions
3:05 PM Keynote: Love Perfectly
3:50 PM Break
4:00 PM Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Reconciliation
5:00 PM Mass
6:00 PM Fellowship
6:30 PM Blessing / Dinner Catered by EJ's Italian Bistro
7:00 PM Play: Was it something I said?
7:30 PM Group Discussion
8:00 PM Closure
Meet the Speakers
Deacon Jeff and Shaun Burgess
Jeff and Shaun Burgess, having lived out their wedding vows, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health for 48 years have experienced a wonderful life together. A relationship that began as teenagers in a Southern Baptist Sunday School class has blossomed into a life that includes three children and eight grandchildren. Having come home to the Catholic Church in the late 1990s they have worshipped and served God at Sacred Heart Church in Jacksonville. Jeff was ordained as a permanent deacon in 2008. They are more in love than ever as they draw closer to God in the Eucharist.
About the Talk
Love Perfectly
The Eucharist teaches us how to love perfectly. It prepares us for heaven. Marriage should also joyously prepare us for heaven..... At Christmas time we sing, “Joy to the world, the Lord is come.” We sing this even if our lives are not going perfectly for us. For Joy doesn’t come from a life we perceive to be perfect but from being perfectly loved in an imperfect life.
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“Was It Something I Said”
By Sheree Mann
This play looks at two couples and the challenges they're facing in their marriages. It will inspire thoughtfulness in marriage and honor those who have been married for a lifetime.
Dinner featuring live music by Resurrection parishioner Jimmy Fair.
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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."
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
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3383 University Blvd N, Jacksonville, FL 32277
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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.
Couples learning how to dance as one
Enjoy this audio track from the 2022 A Day for Couples. The 2022 theme was "The Head and Heart of Marriage: Dancing as One"
Enjoy this audio track from the 2022 A Day for Couples. The 2022 theme was "The Head and Heart of Marriage: Dancing as One"
Enjoy this audio track from the 2022 A Day for Couples. The 2022 theme was "The Head and Heart of Marriage: Dancing as One"
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:
emilbh@comcast.net
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
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.
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.