Diocese of Kalamazoo








































































Retreat for the Preparation of Quinceaneras

Bilingual Retreat for the preparation of Quinceañeras.  This retreat does not replace the formation provided by each parish to the Quinceañeras.  Topics include: Symbols and liturgical meaning of the Sacraments, Origin of the Quinceañera fiesta, being a youth in today’s society, challenges, being a Parent/Sponsor in today’s society and other important topics for the youth and adults. Participants: Quinceañera and her parents (Sponsors, Damas, and Chambelanes are encouraged to attend but it is not a requirement).  Cost is $20 per Quinceañera. registration



Dates: (Please choose one of the following dates):

April 17, 2010 ( 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.)
Location:  St. Jospeh Parish Center
63 N. 24th St., Battle Creek, MI 49015
 Tel: 269-962-0165

May 22, 2010 ( 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.)
Location:  St. Gabriel Church
429 Rose Hill Road, Berrien Springs, MI 49103
 Tel: 269-471-2424

June 12, 2010 (9 a.m.- 1 p.m.)
Location: Immaculate Conception Church
63559 60th Ave., Hartford, MI  49057
Tel: 269-621-4106

July 24, 2010 (9 a.m.- 1 p.m.)
Location: St. Mary Church
602 W. Chicago Blvd.
Bronson, MI  49028

September 11, 2010 (9 am - 1pm)
Location: St. Joseph Church (St. Joseph Room)
936 Lake Street, Kalamazoo, MI  49001
Tel: 269-343-6256


Retreat for Engaged Couples

One day retreat for marriage formation for engaged couples.  The retreat is all in Spanish.  This retreat does not replace the formation provided by each parish.  Topics include: Spirituality of Marriage, administration & family budget, communication between the couple and the family, and many other important topics.  Cost is $30 per couple and they are asked to bring a plate of food to share during lunch.  registration

Please select one of the following dates:

Saturday, March 13, 2010 (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
             Location: Immaculate Conception Church
            63559 60th Ave., Hartford, MI  49057
            Tel: 269-621-4106

Saturday, May 8, 2010  (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
             Location: Mission of San Felipe de Jesus
            5586 117th St., Pearl, MI
            Tel: 269-561-5029

          Saturday, July 10, 2010 (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
             Location:  Holy Angels Church (Basement of the Church)
            402 S. Nottawa, Sturgis, MI 49091
            Tel: 269-651-5200

Saturday, October 16, 2010 (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
             Location: St. Joseph Church (St. Joseph Room)
            936 Lake St., Kalamazoo, MI 49001
            Tel: 269-343-6256