Marriage and Family
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How to Stay Calm During a Fight
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John Gottman
The importance of trust. One of the country's leading marriage researcher explores why trust is vital to healthy relationships and healthy communities, and he explains how to build it. More about John Gottman
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Print and Web Resources:
For Your Marriage - a range of resources on dating, engagement, wedding, parenting with sources of church teaching, as well as tips and advice on all aspects of marriage and family life.
Our Catholic Marriage - the whole spectrum of practical materials and resources on marriage from the Diocese of Evansville, IN. Therefore, the Church takes marriage preparation very seriously. We believe that proper preparation for the Sacrament of Marriage is vital to developing the skills and attitude required for making a commitment that is free, fruitful and faithful. We want couples to be happily married...for life.
Marriage Unique for a Reason - Answers basic questions about marriage, presents long standing evidence from church teaching about what is essential for wholesome and holy families still necessary for a healthy society, as well as opportunities to ask questions and join the vital conversation spurred by recent legislative acts that seek to redefine marriage.
United States Catholic Conference of Bishops - for church teaching and leadership resources.
Couple Prayer - research and description of a prayer series for purchase.
The 5 Love Languages - with a free online assessment and resources for applying personal insights in relationships, the home and the workplace.
Catholic Wedding Help: for couples planning a Catholic wedding - includes: a step-by-step guide to planning a wedding - music selecton, vows, readings, blessings, decoration, dress, fees, flowers, procession, guests, ceremony outside a Catholic church, cohabitation and much more - Our Sunday Visitor.
Catholic Marriage Prep Class - On demand and online -
Marriage Alive - for a free marriage builder e-newsletter practical tips to enrich one's marriage.
USAA Educational Foundation - for free resources on family life, eldercare, finances, parenting, career decisions, etc.
Marriage Saved - for the local Retrouvaille program dates and locations.
National Association of Interchurch and Interfaith Families - with an inexpensive subscription for an insightful e-newsletter.
Family Matters - practical resources from consultant and speaker Susan Vogt.
Catholic Charities - Offers education, counseling and support services for children and families related to emergency assistance, seniors, behavioral health, immigration and refugee assistance, youth education and development, parenting and domestic violence.
Rooted in Love - Dr. James Healy and Dr. Madonna Wojtaszek-Healy offer materials for marriage preparation and enrichment as well as support for parenting, particularly of children with special needs.
Catholic Health Services - Provides emergency health services, natural family planning, wellness education, weight management, nutrition and addiction rehabilitation.
Our Catholic Marriage - the whole spectrum of practical materials and resources on marriage from the Diocese of Evansville, IN. Therefore, the Church takes marriage preparation very seriously. We believe that proper preparation for the Sacrament of Marriage is vital to developing the skills and attitude required for making a commitment that is free, fruitful and faithful. We want couples to be happily married...for life.
Marriage Unique for a Reason - Answers basic questions about marriage, presents long standing evidence from church teaching about what is essential for wholesome and holy families still necessary for a healthy society, as well as opportunities to ask questions and join the vital conversation spurred by recent legislative acts that seek to redefine marriage.
United States Catholic Conference of Bishops - for church teaching and leadership resources.
Couple Prayer - research and description of a prayer series for purchase.
The 5 Love Languages - with a free online assessment and resources for applying personal insights in relationships, the home and the workplace.
Catholic Wedding Help: for couples planning a Catholic wedding - includes: a step-by-step guide to planning a wedding - music selecton, vows, readings, blessings, decoration, dress, fees, flowers, procession, guests, ceremony outside a Catholic church, cohabitation and much more - Our Sunday Visitor.
Catholic Marriage Prep Class - On demand and online -
Marriage Alive - for a free marriage builder e-newsletter practical tips to enrich one's marriage.
USAA Educational Foundation - for free resources on family life, eldercare, finances, parenting, career decisions, etc.
Marriage Saved - for the local Retrouvaille program dates and locations.
National Association of Interchurch and Interfaith Families - with an inexpensive subscription for an insightful e-newsletter.
Family Matters - practical resources from consultant and speaker Susan Vogt.
Catholic Charities - Offers education, counseling and support services for children and families related to emergency assistance, seniors, behavioral health, immigration and refugee assistance, youth education and development, parenting and domestic violence.
Rooted in Love - Dr. James Healy and Dr. Madonna Wojtaszek-Healy offer materials for marriage preparation and enrichment as well as support for parenting, particularly of children with special needs.
Catholic Health Services - Provides emergency health services, natural family planning, wellness education, weight management, nutrition and addiction rehabilitation.
Diocesan Services
For the Engaged
Journey Into Love: A diocesan program, one-day in length that uses presentations offered by trained married couple teams. Engaged couples use various communication exercises focusing on such areas as dynamics of effective communication, intimacy, marital roadblocks, natural family planning and sacramental commitment. For more information - schedule, or for event registration, visit For the Engaged or call 716-847-2210.
Parish Pre-Cana Programs: check with your parish to see if they have a marriage preparation program to offer you that satisfies the requirement for this diocese.
For the Married
Jubiliarians: Annual diocesan recognition for couples celebrating their 50th, 60th, 70th or more years of marriage is generally observed in the fall season of the year. Celebration includes Mass and reception to follow. Families are welcome to attend with honorees. Mass is signed for persons who are hearing impaired. Accessible seating is provided for persons with disabilities. Please contact your local parish for information.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekends offer a couple opportunities to deepen one’s love relationship with each other and God, as well as revitalizing one’s marriage using a technique of loving communication. The weekend is free from every day distractions and tensions. Spouses concentrate on each other. The weekend is designed for couples who want to make their marriage stronger. Weekends are held in Batavia, the Rochester area and Erie PA. For more information for upcoming weekends please visit www.wwme-wny.org or call 716-847-2210.
For Your Marriage (www.foryourmarriage.org) - has a wide variety of resources, tips, articles, and other web-based resources to support & strengthen marriage, parenting and family, as well as for those dating and engaged as an initiative of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB).
For The Family
Catholic Women Discussion Program -formerly known as the Bishop's Committee Discussion Program, is open to persons of all faith traditions. It is a discussion group that meets once a month from October – May. Meetings are facilitated by trained leaders and each meeting centers on a topic of a spiritual nature. This encourages personal growth; offers support; strengthens one’s faith and fosters the sharing of ideas and feelings all from a Catholic/Christian perspective. For more information see the website or call the office.
Catholic Men’s Fellowship: A ministry for men’s spirituality focusing on family, church and community. For more information visit: www.SpiritIsCalling.org.
For Healing
DivorceLINK: A peer ministry specifically for and to those separated/divorced – open to all persons of any faith tradition. It is during this difficult time we offer persons time to deal with grief, recover from turmoil and loss; rebuild their life again through the LEVELS program, open forum RAP support groups, various workshops, family activities and spiritual and social events. See the website or call the office for more information.
PARENTING PACKET III: Death and grief are inescapable. This packet is designed for parents who feel ill-prepared to discuss death with a child. This resource covers the range of children's responses to grief from 3 years old and younger through the teen years. Very practical tools and life-giving suggestions are included not only to provide for a child but the adult who is also grieving the same loss. Grief is an entire family experience. Packet is helpful to all adults who are involved in the lives of children. Please feel free to contact us at 716 847-2210 or email familylife@buffalodiocese.org.
In addition this Office works in collaboration with Nancy Weil, Director of Bereavement Support Services. See website for current schedule of programs nancyw@mountcalvarycemetery.com or call Nancy for support services at 716 908-9154.
Journey Into Love: A diocesan program, one-day in length that uses presentations offered by trained married couple teams. Engaged couples use various communication exercises focusing on such areas as dynamics of effective communication, intimacy, marital roadblocks, natural family planning and sacramental commitment. For more information - schedule, or for event registration, visit For the Engaged or call 716-847-2210.
Parish Pre-Cana Programs: check with your parish to see if they have a marriage preparation program to offer you that satisfies the requirement for this diocese.
For the Married
Jubiliarians: Annual diocesan recognition for couples celebrating their 50th, 60th, 70th or more years of marriage is generally observed in the fall season of the year. Celebration includes Mass and reception to follow. Families are welcome to attend with honorees. Mass is signed for persons who are hearing impaired. Accessible seating is provided for persons with disabilities. Please contact your local parish for information.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekends offer a couple opportunities to deepen one’s love relationship with each other and God, as well as revitalizing one’s marriage using a technique of loving communication. The weekend is free from every day distractions and tensions. Spouses concentrate on each other. The weekend is designed for couples who want to make their marriage stronger. Weekends are held in Batavia, the Rochester area and Erie PA. For more information for upcoming weekends please visit www.wwme-wny.org or call 716-847-2210.
For Your Marriage (www.foryourmarriage.org) - has a wide variety of resources, tips, articles, and other web-based resources to support & strengthen marriage, parenting and family, as well as for those dating and engaged as an initiative of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB).
For The Family
Catholic Women Discussion Program -formerly known as the Bishop's Committee Discussion Program, is open to persons of all faith traditions. It is a discussion group that meets once a month from October – May. Meetings are facilitated by trained leaders and each meeting centers on a topic of a spiritual nature. This encourages personal growth; offers support; strengthens one’s faith and fosters the sharing of ideas and feelings all from a Catholic/Christian perspective. For more information see the website or call the office.
Catholic Men’s Fellowship: A ministry for men’s spirituality focusing on family, church and community. For more information visit: www.SpiritIsCalling.org.
For Healing
DivorceLINK: A peer ministry specifically for and to those separated/divorced – open to all persons of any faith tradition. It is during this difficult time we offer persons time to deal with grief, recover from turmoil and loss; rebuild their life again through the LEVELS program, open forum RAP support groups, various workshops, family activities and spiritual and social events. See the website or call the office for more information.
PARENTING PACKET III: Death and grief are inescapable. This packet is designed for parents who feel ill-prepared to discuss death with a child. This resource covers the range of children's responses to grief from 3 years old and younger through the teen years. Very practical tools and life-giving suggestions are included not only to provide for a child but the adult who is also grieving the same loss. Grief is an entire family experience. Packet is helpful to all adults who are involved in the lives of children. Please feel free to contact us at 716 847-2210 or email familylife@buffalodiocese.org.
In addition this Office works in collaboration with Nancy Weil, Director of Bereavement Support Services. See website for current schedule of programs nancyw@mountcalvarycemetery.com or call Nancy for support services at 716 908-9154.
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