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 12, 2008 ( 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.)
St. Jospeh Parish Center
63 N. 24th St., Battle Creek, MI 49015
Tel: 269-962-0165

June 7, 2008 (9 a.m.- 1 p.m.)
Immaculate Conception Church
63559 60th Ave., Hartford, MI 49057
Tel: 269-621-4106

July 19, 2008 (9 a.m.- 1 p.m.)
St. Joseph Church (St. Joseph Room)
936 Lake Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Tel: 269-343-6256

September 13, 2008 (9 am - 1pm)
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 15, 2008(10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
Immaculate Conception Church
63559 60th Ave., Hartford, MI 49057
Tel: 269-621-4106

Saturday, May 17, 2008(10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
Mission of San Felipe de Jesus
5586 117th St., Pearl, MI
Tel: 269-561-5029

Saturday, July 12, 2008 (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
Holy Angels Church (Basement of the Church)
402 S. Nottawa, Sturgis, MI 49091
Tel: 269-651-5200

Saturday, October 18, 2008(10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
St. Joseph Church (St. Joseph Room)
936 Lake St., Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Tel: 269-343-6256