Catholic Diocese of Jackson
237 East Amite
P.O. Box 2248
Jackson, MS 39225-2248
(601) 969-1880




MARRIAGE PREPARATION/ENRICHMENT
  • Catholic Engaged Encounter - An intense weekend offering each couple the time and opportunity to question, examine and deepen their relationship with each other and with God.
    Location: Camp Garaywa, Clinton.
    Contact: Ben and Toni Tripp (601) 925-4850 OR (601) 672-4527 (Cell)
    E-Mail: cee_jacksonms@yahoo.com
    Brochure (pdf file) OR (Word Document)
                                      November 6-8, 2009
                                      January 29-31, 2010
                                      May 7-9, 2010
                                      July 23-25, 2010
                                      November 5-7, 2010

  • Rebuilding - Some families may be experiencing the sorrow of losing a partner to death or divorce. This is a once a year retreat that helps individuals work through grief issues such as anger, loneliness and personal growth concerns like self-esteem.
    Contact: Louise Dillon, Director, Office of Family Ministry (601) 326-3719

  • In A Redeeming State - Addresses blended family issues of stepfamily structure and step parenting.
    Location: Catholic Charities, 200 North Congress St., Suite 100, Jackson.
    Contact: Louise Dillon, Director, Office of Family Ministry (601) 326-3719

                                     October 17, 2009
                                     January 23, 2010
                                     May 1, 2010
                                     July 17, 2010
                                     October 16, 2010

  • REFOCCUS - A marriage enrichment program helping couples reflect on how their marriage has grown and changed, celebrating their strengths and seeking healing in their struggles.
    Contact: Louise Dillon, Director, Office of Family Ministry to schedule Refoccus in your parish. (601) 326-3719

  • Marriage and Family Counseling - Provides therapy to individuals, couples, and families including play therapy for younger children. These services are based on a sliding scale.
    Contact: Louise Dillon, Director, Office of Family Ministry
                  (601) 326-3719

  • Parenting Classes - Programs geared toward parenting infants and toddlers, dealing with school age children, or efforts focused on adolescents.
    Contact: Louise Dillon, Director, Office of Family Ministry
                  (601) 326-3719

  • When Families Marry - Helps engaged couples discuss important aspects of their lives and plan for a lifetime together.
    Location: St. Francis of Assisi, Madison
    Contact: Louise Dillon, Director, Office of Family Ministry (601) 326-3719

                                      December 4-5, 2009
                                      February 5-6, 2010
                                      May 14-15, 2010
                                      September 10-11, 2010
                                      December 3-4, 2010

  • World Marriage Day - February 14, 2010
    Location: Cathedral of St. Peter, Jackson
    Contact: Louise Dillon, Director, Office of Family Ministry
                  (601) 326-3719
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