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Prepare & Enrich Facilitator Training & Certification

Would you like to enhance your parish marriage preparation ministry? 

An assessment tool Like Prepare & Enrich is an important part of the marriage preparation process. This training is suitable for lay individuals, married couples, and clergy. As part of the training, each participant will learn how to administer the online assessment, interpret the couples’ report, offer feedback, teach relationship skills, and work effectively with engaged and married couples. 

Tuesday, Mar. 25 at 10:00 AM
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Tuesday, Mar. 25 at 4:00 PM
Center for Ministry
Cost
$125
Event Contact Name Amy Dore
Event Contact Email adore@diosag.org
Event Contact Phone 989.797.6654
Registration Link https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3-25-25

Emmaus Retreat

Are you a parent who has lost a child and would appreciate support? 

Whether it happens through miscarriage, stillbirth, or later in life, the death of a child is a deep and tragic loss for parents – and for their hopes and dreams for the future. No matter what the age, cause of death, or how much time has passed, the grief over the loss of a child weighs heavily on the hearts of parents. 

Saturday, Mar. 29 at 9:30 AM
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Saturday, Mar. 29 at 7:00 PM
Holy Spirit Parish
Event Contact Name Deacon Gary Patelski
Event Contact Email gapatelski@aol.com
Event Contact Phone 989.295.5849

Jubilee Men's Conference - Triumph over the Enemy

Jubilee Men's Conference - Triumph over the Enemy 

Join us for an exciting in-person event at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Shields. Get ready to connect with fellow Catholic men and dive deep into faith & fellowship. This conference is designed to inspire and strengthen your spiritual journey. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to grow in your faith and build lifelong friendships. 

Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Saturday, Apr. 5 at 8:00 AM
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Saturday, Apr. 5 at 3:00 PM
Holy Spirit Catholic Church
Cost
$35
Event Contact Name Karl White
Event Contact Email karlhallor@yahoo.com
Event Contact Phone 989.295.1010
Registration Link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jubilee-mens-conference-triumph-over-the-enemy-tic…

Diocesan Marriage Prep Class

Preparing for a Covenant marriage between God, and an engaged couple provides a solid foundation for moving forward as you journey together as husband and wife with Christ at the center of your relationship & marriage. Engaged couples in need of marriage preparation are invited to attend this one day event which will offer you time to hear presentations by other couples and a Priest on: Marriage as a Sacrament and the Catholic Wedding ceremony, Family of Origin, the 5 Love Languages & 4 Temperaments, Conflict, problem solving, finances, Intimacy and Natural Family Planning.

Saturday, Apr. 5 at 9:00 AM
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Saturday, Apr. 5 at 4:00 PM
Center for Ministry
Event Contact Name Beth Bauer
Event Contact Email bbauer@diosag.org
Event Contact Phone 989.797.6655
Registration Link https://saginaw.org/Registration-Marriage-Prep

Safe Environment Facilitated Training

Safe Environment training is required for all diocesan, parish, and school employees and volunteers in contact with minors. All are welcome.

Please arrive 10 minutes early to sign in to assure the on-time beginning of the presentation.

Thursday, Apr. 10 at 6:00 PM
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Thursday, Apr. 10 at 8:00 PM
St. Michael Parish
Cost
$0
Event Contact Name Kelly Knieper
Event Contact Email kknieper@smmg.diosag.org
Event Contact Phone (989) 845-7010
Registration Link https://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/reg_list2.cfm?theme=0

How to Pray // Young Adult Retreat

At this retreat, you will have the opportunity to jumpstart your prayer life with dozens of other young adults, learn to practice how to hear God's voice more clearly and start a daily prayer habit, dive deeper into workshops on devotions, praying with scripture, and contemplative prayer, and encounter Jesus through Mass, Adoration, worship, and silence. 

The cost is $25 and includes lunch and beverages. 

The deadline to register is Thursday, April 10.

Saturday, Apr. 12 at 10:00 AM
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Saturday, Apr. 12 at 5:00 PM
Center for Ministry
Cost
$25
Event Contact Name Amy Dore
Event Contact Email adore@diosag.org
Event Contact Phone 989.797.6654
Registration Link https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/4-12-25

Detroit Province Council of Catholic Women Triennial Convention

The Detroit Province Council of Catholic Women invites all Catholic women to join them for a statewide convention, with the theme of Rejoicing in Glorious Hope, to be held on Friday afternoon and Saturday, April 25-26, 2025, in Grand Rapids at the Sheraton Airport Hotel. 

The following speakers will be presenting for faith enrichment: 
Barbara Heil (missionary, teacher, evangelist), 
Sean Breeden (Ave Maria Radio), and 
Christy Buck (mental health expert).

Friday, Apr. 25 at 1:00 PM
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Saturday, Apr. 26 at 4:00 PM
Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport Hotel
Cost
$140
Event Contact Name Rita Maher - Saginaw Diocesan Council of Catholic Women
Event Contact Email rfmaher48453@yahoo.com
Event Contact Phone 989-635-7072
Registration Link https://www.dpccw-mi.com

Safe Environment Facilitated Training

Safe Environment training is required for all diocesan, parish, and school employees and volunteers in contact with minors. All are welcome.

This session is being held primarily for teachers and school staff. It is open to the public, but only a limited number of registrations will be allowed as we want to make sure we have enough room for our teachers and school staff. Please arrive 10 minutes early to sign in.

Monday, Apr. 28 at 6:30 PM
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Monday, Apr. 28 at 8:30 PM
Mount Saint Joseph Church
Event Contact Name Reyna Cervantes
Event Contact Email rcervantes@nativityparish.net
Event Contact Phone (989) 463-5370
Registration Link https://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/reg_list2.cfm?theme=0