Engaged Encounter

Engaged Encounter is a two-day retreat experience for couples preparing for marriage, held from Saturday morning through Sunday afternoon--including one overnight. This retreat is an opportunity for couples to put aside the worries of the outside world for two days in order to concentrate on building their relationship. It offers engaged couples a chance to get a head start on a successful marriage through the process of sharing thoughts and feelings on topics vital to marital happiness, including Communication, Conflict Resolution, Finances, Sexuality, Marriage Spirituality, and more. The team of three married couples and a priest present this process through their life experiences. The retreat also includes opportunities for prayer (including Mass) and interaction with other engaged couples. Engaged Encounter offers an opportunity for couples to broaden insights into their relationship and to spend time discussing important aspects of their relationship prior to marriage.

Click here for the 2021 Engaged Encounter flyer.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

1. With the preparing minister’s permission, please register a minimum of one week prior to the event (using the online form below).
2. The cost per couple is $250, which includes meals, overnight lodging, and program materials.
3. See below for the locations by date of upcoming Engaged Encounters.
4. Please plan to arrive at 9:00 AM on Saturday to get checked in and settled. The program begins on Saturday at 9:30 AM and ends at 1:00 PM on Sunday.
5. Please direct questions to Matt Selby, Director of Marriage and Family Life, Archdiocese of Dubuque, at m.selby@dbqarch.org or 563-556-2580, ext. 233.
6. To request a refund or transfer of registration to a different date/location, please contact Matt Selby at least one week prior to the retreat.
7. During the COVID-19 pandemic, all current CDC guidelines will be followed to keep everyone safe and prevent the spread of the Coronavirus during the retreat. Details will be communicated to registered participants prior to the weekend. If the retreat must be cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns (or other reasons), a full refund will be provided. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Matt Selby.

Upcoming Dates and Locations:

• February 27-28, 2021 – Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center – 120 Boyson Rd, Hiawatha, IA 52233 - CANCELLED
• April 24-25, 2021 – Pilgrim Heights Retreat Center – 3005 E Ave, Montour, IA 50173
• June 12-13, 2021 – Riverview Conference Center – 439 N. Division St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
• October 9-10, 2021 – Shalom Spirituality Center – 1001 Davis St, Dubuque, IA 52001