No, you do not have to be Catholic to attend. Sessions are conducted from the perspective of the Catholic view of marriage and the human person, but those from other Christian denominations who share a biblical worldview are welcome and can benefit.  

These coaching sessions are designed to foster communication among couples in key relationship areas, ensuring a shared vision and values prior to engagement when it can be easy for the concerns of wedding planning, etc. to overshadow substantive discussion.  The goal is earlier identification of personal and relational strengths and weaknesses leading to healthier, more thriving Christian marriages.  

The session will not be recorded.

Yes! If you are interested in more particularized goal-setting for your relationship, you will have the opportunity to work one-on-one with Cristina for coaching following the group session. If you identify a need for therapy, a therapist from Integrated Hearts would be happy to assist you.

Absolutely! Engagement is a time of intentional discernment and taking the time for a session can greatly enhance the discussions initiated during formal marriage preparation. Cristina formally prepares couples for marriage and will identify key elements to include.

You can take the course after any length of dating. Even younger couples who are far from actual engagement could benefit from identifying relationship strengths and growth areas, especially in order to avoid prolonged dating with someone who does not share the same vision of marriage.