A stay-in weekend for happily married couples to enrich their coupleness and family life through the use of various “tools” of communication.  Sign up now:

• Date : Fri 1 - Sun 3 Oct 2010.  
• Venue: 17th Avenue, Ponggol Road

Contact: Vincent & Julyn at 9670 5390 for registration or enquiries.

Organised by Marriage Encounter Singapore.
http://www.marriage-encounter-sg.org/

A workshop on prayer, spiritual reminiscence, assessing mental changes and medical conditions for those in their senior years.

To register, please call Maria at 6488 0278 or email maria@familylife.sg

Does it matter whether we give to the poor and needy out of kindness of our heart or because we believe that it is their due? The Church’s teachings draw a distinction between the two virtues of charity and justice. The challenge for us is to be a voice for the poor and needy and to seek what is due to them. In performing works of charity in justice, we are promoting true human development.

Date : Saturday, 21 August 2010 (8.45am - 4.00pm)
Place : St Joseph’s Institution, Performing Arts Centre, 38 Malcolm Road (S308274)

To register please contact Henry at 63373711

For more information on topics and speakers please logon on to  www.caritas-singapore.org/smc2010

If you are serious about making your marriage work, this programme could be worthwhile for you. Make a date with us on:

Date : Friday, 8 Oct - Sunday 10 Oct 2010
Venue: 17th Avenue, Ponggol Road

For more information please contact Michael & Lucy at 6749 8861 or email info@helpourmarriage.sg

Organised by Retrovaille Singapore www.helpourmarriage.sg

Don’t miss out on this exciting new workshop, THE COUPLE BUILDER which will be conducted in 3 half-day sessions on Saturday afternoons to help prepare you towards a life-long commitment.

• Dates: Saturdays - 13, 20 & 27 November 2010
• Time: 1.30pm to 5.00pm
• Venue: MPH 1 & 2, National Volunteer and Philanthropy Centre, 6 Eu Tong Sen Street #04-88 The Central (Nearest MRT: Clarke Quay)

Workshop fee: $350 nett per couple, inclusive materials, one couple counselling session after the course.

Click here to register online.

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Seminar 1

• Date: Friday, 2 July 2010
• Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm
• Venue: Christ the King Church

Topic: Successful ageing, advance care planning skills for those in their senior years.

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To all Husbands & Wives:

Family Life Society senior therapist, Mrs Theresa Bung will be presenting a talk (in English) on the marriage union of two person, and two families.

How do couples draw healthy boundaries from onset of their relationships.  What can they do and how do they earn their in-law’s trust and build a harmonious relationships with them.  Join us in this session of afternoon talk as this session will explore how soon-to-wed and married couples can build and reinforce their acceptance and appreciation into in-law relationships!

• Date: Sunday, 6 June 2010
• Time: 2.00pm - 3.30pm (registration starts at 1.30pm)
• Venue: Jurong Regional Library, 1st floor, Programme Zone, 21 Jurong East Central 1 (609732)
• Cost:  Free (Be the first to sign up and stand to get an early bird exclusive!)

Registration is by email to registration@marriagecentral.sg

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In the month of May, come and join in more talks by Mr Harold Burke-Sivers on the following dates on love, children, faith and spousal life to uphold and strive during the challenging times of today’s environment.

Date: Monday, 24 May 2010
Time: 8.00pm - 10.00pm
Place: Church of St Vincent de Paul (Yio Chu Kang)
Topic: UNCONDITIONAL LOVE - LOVING OUR TEENS AS CHRIST WOULD LOVE THEM

Date: Tuesday,  25 May 2010
Time: 8.00pm - 10.00pm
Place: Church of Divine Mercy (Pasir Ris St 72)
Topic: EVANGELIC LOVE - EDUCATING CHILDREN IN THE FAITH

Date: Wednesday 26 May 2010
Time: 8.00pm - 10.00pm
Place: OLPS Church (Siglap Hill)
Topic: TOUGH LOVE (DISCLIPLINING CHILDREN TO BE OBEDIENT FOLLOWERS)

Date: Thursday 27 May 2010
Time: 8.00pm - 10.00pm
Place: Singaproe Pastoral Institute
Topic: CONTAGIOUS LOVE - INFECTING CHILDREN WITH YOUR SPOUSAL LOVE

Date: Friday,  28 May 2010
Time: 8.00pm - 10.00pm
Place: Church of the Risen Christ (Toa Payoh)
Topic: INDEPENDENT LOVE - DIFFERENCE IN FATHER AND MOTHER ROLES

Date: Saturday, 29 May 2010
Time: 3.00pm - 5.00pm
Place: Church of St Francies Xavier (Chartwell Drive)
Topic: LOVE FOR THE EURCHARIST - THE BIG DEAL ABOUT MASS AND WHY IT MATTERS

Date: Sunday, 30 May 2010
Time: 2.45pm - 4.45pm
Place: Church of the Holy Spirit
Event: Celebrate Marriage! MASS (for the Catholic Community)

As a community, how best can we provide for the elderly.  The Dignity for the Elderly “Caregiver Workshop 3″ will be conducted on:

Date: Saturday, 29 May 2010

Time: 2.00pm - 6.00pm

Place: CAEC, 2 Highland Road

Topic: Understanding the chronically and terminally ill, loss and bereavement, and end of live issues.

To register, please call Maria at 6488 0278 or email maria@familylife.sg

A course for couples and ladies who are passionate about  teaching NFP - upholding the sanctity of life, the sacredness of  marriage and dignity of the human body.

Training Dates:
Date: Sat 21 Aug, Sun 22 Aug 2010
Time: 2-5 PM (Sat), 10 AM-4 PM (Sun)
Place: CAEC, Highland Road

To enquire or sign up, contact: Sybil 91061990

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Come join us and discover how the Christian Life Program (CLP) can make a difference in your Christian and Family life.
Join us on Sunday, 25 April 2010 at Holy Trinity at 1.30pm to find out more about CLP and why, and how it will reinforce your family life.

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LATEST UPDATE ON NEW VENUE FOR EVENT:
There has been a change in the venue of the talk - it will be held at Singapore Management University, Ngee Ann Kongsi Auditorium, School of Accountancy Level 2. The details is as follows -

Date: Sunday, 23 May 2010
Venue: Singapore Management University, Ngee Ann Kongsi Auditorium
School of Accountancy Level 2,
60 Stamford Road
Click to download the map of carpark directory.

Time: 3.00pm - 6.00pm

Registration is now closed.  Thank you for your support.

Countless songs wax lyrical about love. Huey Lewis’ chart-toppers, “Do you Believe in Love” and “The Power of Love”, asked if there was such thing as “love” and whether love was “real”. Petula Clarke’s “My Love” described love as being warmer than the warmest sunshine, deeper than the deepest ocean and brighter than the brightest star. From crooners to boy bands and from Country & Western singers to rockers, love has always been a favourite theme in music. This is probably because love is at the heart of all of us!

So where is your “love” today? How “real” is it? Do you have an “armour of love” to keep your marriage and your family strong?

Mr Harold Burke-Sivers, a marriage and family lecturer in the USA and around the world, , will share the key elements in the building of lasting relationships and provide practical tips on how to identify and deal with the major challenges faced by married couples today, at a public talk.

Renew, rekindle and revitalize your marriage!

Program:

3.00 pm Registration

3.15 pm Part 1 (45 mins)

• Introduction of Keynote Speaker
• “The Armour of Love” by Keynote Speaker, Mr Harold Burke-Sivers
  • Mr Burke-Sivers holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Business Administration from the University of Notre Dame and a Master’s degree from the University of Dallas. He is currently serving as the Director of Public Safety at the University of Portland. He gives lectures and seminars, and presents at workshops and conferences on marriage and family throughout the United States and around the world, appearing on many radio and television programs.
  • Synopsis of his keynote talk:
    • What does it mean to love? True love becomes realized when husbands and wives seek and love what is true, good, and beautiful in each other.
    • An examination of:
      • The key elements of building lasting relationships
      • Major challenges faced by married couples today e.g. the pressure on the bread-winner to build his career and financial nest egg; when both partners are working, finding time for each other in spite of long working hours and overseas trips; fighting distractions in marriage; sharing responsibility in raising and nurturing children and looking after elderly or sick parents with little sibling support
      • Danger signs in communication
    • An exploration of:
      • How to love your spouse and children even when they seem unlovable
      • How to deal with recurring and enduring issues in marriage and in the family.

Part 2 (45 mins)

• A discussion followed by Questions-and-Answers on Couple Relationship
• Panel of Speakers:
  • Mr Harold Burke-Sivers
  • Mr Adrian Lim Peng Ann (MA)
    • A registered counselling psychologist, school social worker and SAC Registered Counsellor. He is a clinical supervisor in training psychologists and counsellors.
  • Mr & Mrs Daniel Ee
    • National Coordinating Couple of Worldwide Marriage Encounter Singapore (WWME) . They are volunteer presenters, since 1991, of a marriage enrichment program that is available in 91 countries. WWME which started in Singapore 31 years ago is an affiliate of Family Life Society.

Tea Reception (in Foyer)

Part 3 (45 mins)

• A discussion followed by Questions-and-Answers on Parenting Today
• Panel of Speakers:
  • Mr Harold Burke-Sivers
  • and key representatives from PARENTING UNITED partners:
    • Ms Joanna Koh-Hoe
      • President, Focus on the Family Singapore. Her work has evolved from counselling casework and therapy to working with families in crisis to youth work and strategic management.
    • Mr Wong Suen Kwong
      • Executive Director, Centre for Fathering. He conducts fathering, parenting, marriage enrichment and work-life effectiveness workshops for corporations and community organisations
    • Ms Han Yah Yee
      • General Manager of Marine Parade Family Service Centre. She has been practising in the social service field for more than 16 years and has extensive experience working with parents struggling with parenting issues
    • Mr Bernard Yu
      • President, Family Life Society, a non-profit organisation with focus on promoting understanding and reverence for marriage family and human life. He oversees counselling and care services as well as educational programs and resources to families and individuals.

6.00 pm Close

Jointly brought to you by: Family Life Society with its Affiliate, Worldwide Marriage Encounter Singapore

Don’t missed on the annual CatholicMoms Retreat.  Come to the only prayer retreat that caters for mothers.

THEME: LIVING THE LIGHT OF THE HOLY FAMILY … What’s Your Parenting Style?

By Spiritual Directors: Sister Florence Wong (FMDM) together with Brother Collin Wee (FSC)
To register, contact Pamela at 92713335 or email pamela_apg@yahoo.com.sg

Date: Saturday, 1 May 2010 (Labour Day)
Time: 8.45 am to 1.00 pm
Place: St Francis Convent, 810 Thomson Road (Next to Mt. Alvernia Hospital)
Fee: Love Offering

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be Renewed

at the Christian Life Program every Wednesday beginning 14 April 2010,. 7.30pm at Church of Saint Peter & Paul located at 225A Queen Street, Singapore.  This program is open to all singles aged 20 to 40 years.

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