Marriage Prep
On behalf of Renew the 'I do’ Foundation, congratulations on your engagement!
You can count on our prayers and support for a long, happy marriage!
Our marriage preparation program, Rooted In Love, will provide you with the best tools and knowledge to experience a truly thriving marriage! Based on the teachings of Pope Francis and St. John Paul II, our dynamic speaker team emphasizes the importance of fully understanding the sacrament of marriage and preparing for the many years that follow your wedding day. Led by our passionate and expert team, you’ll be guided in important conversations and prayer with your fiancé to learn what “I do” truly means.
It brings us great joy to be a part of your marriage journey! Thank You!
Rooted In Love Marriage Preparation
Invaluable marriage preparation for today's couples, grounded in science and based on the teachings of St. John Paul II and Pope Francis.
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The Following Topics Will Be Covered:
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Why Get Married in the Catholic Church?
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A Biblical Look at Love and Commitment
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The Grace of the Sacrament is Real!
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What are You Saying "I do" to?
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Communication and Resolving Conflict
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Expectations from Your Family of Origin
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Responsible Parenthood, Sexuality, and Modern Fertility Care
The Weekend Includes:
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Talks given by professional speakers & couples
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Mass, meditation & confession opportunity
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Blessing of engagement rings
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Men & Women separate breakout sessions
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Saturday, wine and cheese social
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Saturday and Sunday coffee, donuts and lunch
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Follow up Modern Fertility Care class
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"The 21 Undeniable secrets of Marriage” gift copy
Our lively and engaging program meets the Diocese of Pittsburgh's requirements for Marriage Preparation. It all starts here, sign up today!
2024 Marriage Preparation Weekends
April 26 - 28th, 2024 - Kick off the weekend with Renew the 'I do' couples for a Friday night Luau!
Field Day Building in Lawrenceville
3706 Butler Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Meet Your Marriage Preparation Weekend Leaders
Katerina & Michael Deem
Michael Deem, PhD
Associate Professor, Dept. of Human Genetics
Core Faculty, Center for Bioethics & Health Law
School of Public Health, University of Pittsburgh
Deacon Candidate for Diocese of Pittsburgh
Katerina Deem, MAPS
Owner/Operator of Little Way Design Co.
Former Chemical Engineer, KBC Advanced Technologies
Meet the Marriage Preparation Weekend Speakers
"I came into the weekend probably more as a 'cultural Catholic' but I left wanting to be a 'real' Catholic."
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"I fell in love with God more, and my fiancé all over again."
"This weekend surpassed our expectations! The speakers were so well spoken and amazing, you guys should go on a tour, take this on the road!”
"Thank you for your authenticity, not just sharing the positive aspects of marriage but the hard but real aspects of marriage."
“The vows presentation made me tear up and taught me how to better love God and love best as a husband.“
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"We were so very moved by practicing our vows together in first session."
What Couples are Saying
“I wholeheartedly endorse this marriage preparation program as the premiere method for preparing Catholic engaged couples for the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony. Many couples from our Diocese and beyond have availed themselves of this tremendous in-person weekend experience. The dedication and kindness shown by the entire “Renew the I do” team is exceptional and the couples that make the presentations are full of real-life knowledge and experience to assist in guiding these engaged couples down the right path.”
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~Deacon Tom Lopus, Deacon of Marriage Ministry, Diocese of Pittsburgh
Photos from Our Marriage Prep Events
