Imagine this... an entire weekend created just for you and your fiancé. Time away from home, friends, wedding planning—free of the distractions, pressures and interruptions of daily living. There are no group exercises or group therapy. It is a quiet weekend, crafted to give you the opportunity to talk honestly and intensively about your future together—a chance to discover a deeper appreciation of your relationship and God’s call to unite in a permanent union, the Sacrament of Matrimony.
The weekend consists of a series of carefully prepared talks led by a trained team of married couples, and sometimes a priest or deacon. The members of the presenting team examine what the Sacrament of Matrimony means to them through stories and personal recollections. This narrative is meant to encourage you and your fiancé to explore your own relationship and your expectations. After each talk, you are encouraged to dialogue with each other privately to enrich your understanding and application of the message.
what is the location, timeframe, AND COst?
Our retreats are held at the beautiful Lake House at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Glen Allen, Virginia, just west of Richmond. This lovely and tranquil setting provides a perfect venue for you and your fiancé to focus on each other and your future marriage for two comfortable, distraction-free days. Unlike the past, we no longer provide hotel accommodations as a part of the weekend. The lower price include your meals and other weekend supplies and expenses.
The weekend takes place Saturday 7:30 am to 10:00 pm
and Sunday from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.
The cost of the weekend is $170.
We will serve you lunch and dinner on Saturday and lunch on Sunday.
needs based scholarship discount
$varies based on situation$
It is our wish that any couple desiring to attend Richmond's Engaged Encounter should be able to, regardless of financial circumstances. Couples experiencing financial hardship can apply for a scholarship here.
"Your Love can change the world for the better."