Best Practices in Adult Faith Formation. - Diocese of Pittsburgh

Married CouplesCovenant of Love Marriage GroupDescriptionThis program is an eight session program based on segments of the EWTN series “Marriage Works inChrist” featuring Fr. James Dean along with Greg and Julie Alexander of The Alexander House,creators of the Covenant of Love Program. These 30 minute DVD-based presentations aresupplemented by scripture, references to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and discussionquestions.ObjectiveTo enable participants to better understand and respond to God’s plan for Marriage.Who Should/Can AttendThe program is for couples at all “ages and stages” of marriage.Time Frame8 weeks, although a loner program format is possible.CostThe Alexander House requires parishes who want to present the program to become “partners” at acost of $800 for one year. Partners receive a set of DVDs and access to the Covenant of Love websitearea that contains the discussion guides. Discussion guides can be copied and distributed toparticipants. The cost also includes direct support by the Alexander House, as well as monthlyconference calls regarding the program. Setting a cost for participants is optional.Suggestions/CommentsThe program is best suited for a parish setting. The Alexander House suggests building a core team of 6-8couples to help launch and facilitate the program in the parish. It is suggested that other activities for marriedcouples be interspersed after two DVD-based sessions. Suggestions in this area include a Holy Hour forCouples, Stations of the Cross for Married Couples, Not-So-Newlywed Game, or Married Couple PanelDiscussion.Contact: Shawna and Warren HuntParish: St. KilianPhone: 724-687-0575Email: smhunt@zoominternet.net