Our marriage preparation course at St. John’s is designed as a primarily self-paced program to help couples thoughtfully prepare for their lifelong commitment. The course includes reading materials, engaging videos, and sessions with the Pastor to guide you through key aspects of Catholic marriage.

The final stage is liturgical preparation, arranged closer to the wedding day to ensure you are ready for the ceremony itself. This structure allows couples to progress through the course at their own pace while receiving support from our pastoral team.

For more details or to begin your preparation, please contact our parish office.

COURSE UNITS:

1. VIDEO: “Preparing for Marriage with Fr. Mike Schmitz”

1. BOOK + HOMEWORK: Eldredge, J. (2021). Wild at heart: discovering the secret of a man’s soul. Expanded edition. Nashville, Thomas Nelson.
2. BOOK + HOMEWORK: Eldredge, J., Eldredge S. (2005). Captivating: Unveiling the Mystery of a Woman’s Soul. Nashville, Thomas Nelson.
3. VIDEO: Mark Gungor “A Tale Of 2 Brains”

1. READING: Mikovsky, A., Nemkovich R. (2002), The Sacrament of Matrimony in the Polish National Catholic Church. ONLY PAGES 1-10.

1. BOOK + HOMEWORK: Thomas, G. (2022), Making your marriage a fortress: Strengthening your marriage to withstand life’s. Zondervan.
2. 25 VIDEOS: Marriage Preparation by Catholic Diocese of Sioux Falls (playlist)