What's New at Sacred Heart

Upcoming events and new information for Sacred Heart Parish. If you have anything you'd like to see included here (especially if it is too late to be put in the bulletin), please contact Deb Gallegos by email at: dgallegos@sacredheartprescott.com
or by phone at (928) 925-3606.

 

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Summer 2010 -

Vote in the Parish logo re-design competition today!

If there are any late entries, please go to the Contest Page and contact Yvonne Bartlett at (928) 899-7390 or email her at ybartlett@sacredheartprescott.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Saturday, September 11, 2010 -

For more info, http://sacredheartgolf.blogspot.com/

Event Specifics:

Saturday, September 11, 2010
Registration: 7:00 AM
Scramble start: 8:00 AM
Prescott Golf & Country Club: 1030 Prescott Country Club Blvd Dewey, Arizona 86327 [MAP]
• Closest to the Pin & The Longest Drive
• Raffles & Mulligans
• Hole-In-One Prizes are sponsored by Tim’s Auto Group

Entry fee covers the green fees, cart, range balls, goodie bag, photo, lunch. And your fee for an amazing day of golf also greatly benefits students of Sacred Heart Catholic School.

DOWNLOAD REGISTRATION FORM NOW!

 

 

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Starting August 27, 2010 -

Married couples of all ages are invited to enroll in this highly humorous, entertaining, and empowering marriage enrichment series. Martin and Wendy Madsen, of Prescott, AZ, have previously guided over 100 couples through “Married …& Forever Engaged” and they have been helping couples build and maintain fulfilling relationships since 1994. They present practical relationship skills and Christian-based concepts through the use of videos, storytelling, lots of humor, Scripture, Church teachings, private-couple exercises, and personal sharings about the struggles and joys of their 21-year marriage.

Topics include:
Recognizing and valuing each others unique differences
Creating a God-centered marriage
Resolving conflicts
Understanding love languages
Mutually fulfilling sexual intimacy
Managing financial matters
Facing the challenges of parenting (for parents of both young and adult children)
Healthy boundaries with career and extended family
Staying engaged in your marriage
Forgiveness
Pursuing individual and marital spiritual growth
Self care, and much more!

➢ There is NO COST TO ATTEND AND NO MANDATORY HOMEWORK. Childcare will be provided at no cost.

➢ A total of five sessions will be held on Friday nights from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. The first session is on August 27, 2010 and the last one is on Oct 1st, 2010. There will be no session on September 17th. Sessions will take place at Sacred Heart Parish, 150 Fleury, Prescott, 86301.

➢ Space is limited and prior sessions have filled up, so be sure to register ASAP. Download & print out the Married...& Forever Engaged! flyer and then email Martin and Wendy at MRMCPA@msn.com or call them at (928) 778-0963.

* Question: Do we need to be having marriage problems to enroll?
* Answer: NO!! Most couples who sign up have strong marriages, and they attend this series to keep their marriages healthy and fulfilling!! All couples have difficulties at times, and those who are experiencing mild to moderate problems will also greatly benefit from these sessions. Please see Testimonials and more FAQ’s below...

Testimonials from prior participants:

“We have been married 30 years, but we still learned so much about each other, and we laughed as we learned!”

“We began the series with a good marriage, and it gave us additional new tools that we can use to keep our marriage strong”

“We really appreciated how the Madsens did not take a one-size-fits all approach. They presented a variety of relationship concepts and approaches, and allowed each couple to choose what is best for them”

“We have been married over 40 years and were surprised how much we learned. We were very pleased that the series was not just designed exclusively for younger couples. Christian couples of all ages can really benefit from it”

“The Madsens personal sharings about their marriage were very helpful on many levels - including giving perspective on our own marriage. Each session provided new tools that we could immediately use. We looked forward to attending each week.”

“We have attended several marriage classes, etc. in the past, and this was by far the best. It was fun and well worth the time.”

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions):

Q: Is there an age requirement or minimum number of years married?
A: No. Couples in their mid 20s through late 70s, and newlyweds as well as those married 50+ years have previously attended this series. It is uniquely designed to benefit all couples, in all life stages.

Q: Will I have to share\speak during the sessions? And, are the sessions like group therapy or counseling?
A: Absolutely not. Sessions are held in a seminar-like setting. Participants are welcome to ask questions and add insights, but that is totally optional.

Q: Should we enroll if we are experiencing heavy marriage problems?
A: This enrichment series is not designed specifically for couples who are experiencing deep and prolonged difficulties. If you are, then please contact Martin or Wendy to discuss whether or not this series will be useful and appropriate for your marriage.

Q: Will there be much time spent on the topic of sexual intimacy?
A: Definitely. The Madsens have received very positive feedback from both men and women concerning the respectful, Christian, frank, and honest manner in which sexual intimacy is covered. One entire evening will be devoted to this very important topic, and it will be tied into other sessions too.

Q: My spouse and/or I are not sure this series is for us. How can we be sure?
A: It is suggested that you register in advance and then attend the first night to see if it appeals to you. In past sessions, 95% of couples return after the first night and most attend all of the remaining meetings - because the evenings are so enjoyable and highly valuable. Therefore, it is strongly suggested that you reserve all of the meeting times on your calendar now. Truly... you won’t want to miss a single one!!

Q: We have children at home, so is this the best use of our time?
A: Studies show that the best gift parents can give their children is a strong and loving marriage. The quality of parent’s marriages is directly related to the amount of security (or insecurity) that children feel. And who is going to model a healthy loving marriage to your children if you don’t?

Q: Is attendance mandatory?
A: Attendance on the first night is mandatory because it is especially important for “connection” and for setting the tone for the remaining evenings. Couples who miss the first night will not be allowed to attend later evenings.

Q: Are couples who are not married allowed to enroll?
A: Maybe. Please contact Martin and Wendy.

Q: Are single persons allowed to enroll, or… If my spouse will not or cannot attend, can I attend by myself?
A: No. This series is not designed for singles or individual spouses.

Q: How do we register and who do we contact with questions?
A: Contact Martin and Wendy at (928) 778-0963 or at MRMCPA@msn.com

 

 

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January 8, 2010 -

NEW MARRIAGE PREPARATION POLICY:

Bishop Olmsted has issued a new marriage preparation policy for the Diocese of Phoenix that began implementation on January 1, 2010. There will now be at least a NINE MONTH preparation process prior to the wedding. This extra time is to allow for a more thorough preparation for the sacrament, including the full course in Natural Family Planning (www.phxnfp.org) and a new session on “God’s Plan for a Joy-Filled Marriage” (www.ourcovenantoflovephx.org).

For more information on the new policy you may visit the diocesan website at http://www.diocesephoenix.org/mfrl/MFL/marriageprep.html