Family.ArchOmaha.org/Espanol

2222 N 111th StOmaha, NE 68134

402.551.9003 ext. 1303 mfloreschavez@archomaha.org

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What people say about marriage prep:

Engaged couples must allow a minimum of 6 months preparation

time before the scheduled wedding date. However, it is recommended you prepare for your wedding at least 8-12

months prior to your wedding day.

If either of you will be less than 19 years of age on the date you plan to marry,

a wedding date will not be set until the preparation process is completed.

If either of you have been previously married and civilly divorced, a

written decree of nullity (annulment) is required prior to registering

for marriage preparation.

Marriage Prep Policies

Archdiocese of Omaha

Questions?Contact us:

402.551.9003 ext. 1303 mfloreschavez@archomaha.org

7 Steps to Marriage

In Spanish

(English Language Brochure for clergy)

2020

Family.ArchOmaha.org/Espanol

Fertility Awareness is a broad term encompassing care for the whole person with particular attention given to the health of the woman, including

what is known as Natural Family Planning (NFP), basic concepts are included in MAJ. A full course is highly recommended for couples planning to practice NFP or who desire to learn a particular NFP method. Contact a provider below for more information.Family of the Americas: 402.551.9003 x1303 (Spanish)

www.familyplanning.net Couple to Couple League: www.cclomaha.org

1. Contact Your Parish Priest You must have permission from your parish priest to register for marriage preparation. At this step, make sure you receive a copy of the Engaged Couple Guide for Catholic Marriage Preparation.

7 Steps to MarriageComplete these 7 steps as you prepare for marriage in the

Archdiocese of Omaha.

2. Attend a Welcome Session This session includes completing the FOCCUS inventory and registering for MAJ, payment is made at this time. $120

3. FOCCUS Facilitation Sessions directed by your priest.

4. Attend Formation Program

2020 Welcome Sessions Urban (Omaha)All Urban Welcome Sessions will be held in the

Tepeyac Pastoral Center, 5301 S. 36th St, OmahaTuesday sessions 6:30pm to 8:30pm

Jan 14Mar 3

May 12July 7Sept 8Nov 3

Saturday sessions 2:00pm to 4:00pmFeb 8 Apr 4

June 6Aug 8Oct 10Dec 5

RuralColumbus -St. Bonaventure, 1565 18th Ave

SAT 3:00pm to 5:00pm: Jan 18, June 20, Nov 14

Emerson - Sacred Heart, 600 N. Main St. SUN 2:00pm to 4:00pm:

Jan 26, Feb 16, Mar 22, May 24, June 14, July 19, Dec 13Fremont - Saint Patrick, 3400 E. 16th St.

SAT 2:00pm to 4:00pm: Feb 22, July 11

Norfolk - Sacred Heart Basement, 200 S. 5th St. SAT 3:00pm to 5:00pm:

April 18, Sept 19Schuyler -St. Augustine Hall, 619 Banner St. or

Saint Mary’s Hall, 308 10th St.

March 14, Aug 8West Point - Guardian Angels School, 408 E. Walnut St.

SAT 3:00pm to 5:00pm: May 9, Oct 17

7. Meet With Your Priest Complete the additional preparation required by your priest and plan your wedding rite using the Engaged Couple Guide for Catholic Marriage Preparation.

6. Reconciliation One of the greatest ways to spiritually prepare for marriage is to seek and receive the gift of God’s mercy in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. If it has been a long time since your last confession, simply ask your priest to help you along in the process. Remember to mainatain the practice of receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation on a regular basis throughout your married life as well.

5. NFP/Fertility Awareness Course Natural Family Planning (NFP)/ Fertility Awareness assists couples as they plan to welcome children and/or identify and address infertility concerns and maintain systemic health. While an introduction to NFP is covered at CEE & MAJ, couples are highly encouraged to take a full course from one of our many NFP providers.

SAT 3:00pm to 5:00pm:

MAJ Formation ProgramMarriage: A Journey for Life (MAJ) $120MAJ is for couples seeking to celebrate the sacrament of Marriage in the Catholic Church. This day of formation is fitting for all couples entering marriage: i.e. first marriage, civilly married preparing for a sacramental marriage, and couples when one or both have been previously married. MAJ focuses on the vocation of marriage and its challenges, establishing the importance of a united prayer life, communication, and fertility awareness. This one-day event will reveal the beauty of living the Catholic faith through the sacrament of marriage. MAJ is held monthly on Saturdays from 8:30am to 4:00pm and includes breakfast, lunch, and snacks.

Register for MAJ at a Welcome Session. MAJ will be held on select Saturdays 8:30am to 4:00pm.

Omaha: Tepeyac Pastoral CenterEmerson: Sacred Heart Fremont: St. Patrick Norfolk: Sacred Heart Basement Schuyler: St. Augustine or St. Mary’s HallWest Point: Guardian Angels School

Jan 18 (Omaha) July 11 (Omaha)Feb 29 (Fremont) Aug 22 (Emerson)Mar 7 (Omaha) Sept 12 (Omaha)Apr 25 (Emerson) Oct 24 (Schuyler)May 16 (Omaha) Nov 14 (Omaha)June 27 (Schuyler) Dec 19 (Columbus)