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• 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/

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

• TOB Seminar (Parents ONLY) : 10 September 2010 (9.00am - 4.30pm) - S$22 per ticket per person
• TOB Training Workshop (Educators/Leaders): 11 September 2010 (9.00am - 6.00pm) - S$82 per person inclusive of training materials.
• Training  for Facilitators and Animators please contact mariana@cayconline.org

Please call +65 4880278 if you like to purchase tickets by credit cards.

For cash or cheque payment purchase please Click here to register online

Event Poster

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

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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.

THE COUPLE BUILDER WORKSHOP

A life-long partnership or commitment that works for both partners does not fall from above or simply happen. Like almost everything else, a life-long partnership can only work if the ingredients are there right from the start: clear and realistic expectations, open communication, trust, dedication, enthusiasm, slog, and above all, mutual respect and love. It brings together two completely different individuals, each with his/her own strengths and weaknesses, talents and shortcomings, good and bad habits, idiosyncrasies, and sometimes, tons of baggage from a not-too-distant past.

Couple Builder aims at highlighting the real meaning of a successful, life-long partnership, and what it takes and how to make it work before they enter into a new status in their lives – “getting hitched” or “going steady”.

Who should attend? For couples who are unmarried, or they are about to commit to a long-term relationship or marriage, in the near future.

The class size will be Not more than 15 couples per class.

How is it conducted? - A half day session consist of lectures, couple/group discussions, and activity sessions on: family of origin; marriage expectation, communications, conflict resolutions, intimacy, and in-laws relationships etc.

Our speaker’s profile: Mrs Theresa Bung - A much sought after speaker in family, marital and relationship challenges, Mrs Theresa Bung, is a Senior Therapist, Family Life Society. Theresa is a member of Singapore Association of Counsellors; an Associate Member of the Association for Martial and Family Therapy (Singapore); a member of Satir Centre (Singapore); and a certified administrator of the “Prepare/Enrich Program”, which is a customized couple assessment which assists couples who are preparing for marriage.

Registration: Call Maria at 6488 0278 during office hours or click here to register online. Put yours and partner’s name; contact nos.; emails and corresponding mailing address. A confirmation will be send including payment instructions.

Get closer to God with gift of marriages.

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• 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.

To register for the event please call Maria at 6488 0278 or email maria@familylife.sg

Seminar 2

• Date: Friday, 13 August 2010
• Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm
• Venue: Christ the King Church

Topic:  Prayer, spiritual reiminiscence, assessing mental changes and medical conditions for those in their senior years.

Jointly brought to you by Singapore Pastoral Care in conjunction with Caritas Singapore and Family Life Society.

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

Profile of Speaker:

Mrs Theresa Bung is a senior therapist at Family Life Society, and a much sought after speaker in family, marital and relationship issues.  She is passionate about engaging and helping couples build a fulfilling marriage.  As a Certified Administrator of the “PREPARE/ENRICH program”, she uses the customized couple assessment to assist couples who are preparing for marriage.  Theresa is also a Associate Member of the Association of Marital and Family Therapy (Singapore) and a member of the Satir Centre (Singapore) and the Singapore Association of Counsellors.

For enquires please call 6896 2146

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)

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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

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

Pre-requisites:
· Couples and ladies preferably with some knowledge of NFP.
· Trainees will be attached to a centre before and after training to gain experience.
· Under the guidance of a senior teacher, you will prepare and guide couples in the understanding and use of the method.

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 nfpsin@hotmail.com or use the online form
For more info about Natural Family Planning, visit http://www.catholic.org.sg/nfp

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

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

Why should you attend?

Sister Florence Wong and Brother Collin Wee will be speaking on topics that are close to the heart of all parents especially moms.

• Understanding your own upbringing as well as that of your spouse
• Identify the similiarities (and differences) of your upbringing from that of your parents and that of your child’s
• Observe how changes in society have led to new trends in upbringing of children
• “Favoritism” in the upbringing of a child

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.

For more information please contact JM Junio at 8339 3117 or email jm8junio@yahoo.com or Benia Densing at 9382 8776 or email beniadensing@yahoo.com

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Caregiver – Workshop 2
Date: Sat 24 Apr 2010
Time: 9am – 1pm
Venue: CAEC - 2 Highland Road, St Paul’s Room

Caregiver Workshop 3
Date: Sat 29 May 2010
Time: 2pm – 6pm
Venue: CAEC – 2 Highland Road

For registration, please email maria@familylife.sg or call her at 6488 0278.

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The 2nd series of workshops will focus on the psychological and mental aspects of ageing.  The topic will touch on the Christian perspectives on suffering and pain and ending on the Mon 29 Mar on chronic and terminal illness.   The care needed for not only the elderly but the caregivers; the issue of Christian meaning of death; speaking about end of life issues, etc.

Caregiver Workshop 1
Date: Sat 20 Mar 2010
Time: 2pm – 6pm
Venue: CAEC – 2 Highland Road

Caregiver – Workshop 2
Date: Sat 24 Apr 2010
Time: 9am – 1pm
Venue: hall A, IHM Church, 24 Highland Road

Caregiver Workshop 3
Date: Sat 29 May 2010
Time: 2pm – 6pm
Venue: CAEC – 2 Highland Road

Singapore Pastoral Institute (SPI) in conjunction with Caritas Singapore and Family Life  Society are launching  a series of workshops and seminars for caregivers, health professionals  and the elderly themselves.

The Spirituality of Ageing Workshop
Date: Sunday, 28 Feb 2010
Time: 9am - 4pm
Venue: CWS Auditorium, 55 Waterloo Street - 8th Floor

Understanding the Ageing Process
Date: Monday, 1 Mar 2010
Time: 10am - 12.30pm
Venue: Church of Christ the King

Meaning of Life in the Fourth Age
Date: Tuesday, 2 Mar 2010
Time: 9am - 1pm
Venue: CWS Auditorium, 55 Waterloo Street - 8th Floor

For more information call Maria at 6488 0278 or email maria@familylife.sg

In a world more conscious of respecting the eco-system, surely we should also be more conscious of respecting another eco-system, our own bodies.

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Beginning Experience Programme will be scheduled for 19 - 21 March 2010  (Friday through Sunday).  A live-in weekend for the permanently separated, divorced and widowed for both ladies and guys.

Date: 19 - 21 March 2010

For information please contact:

1. 96327370 - Mr King
2. 98334714 - Christine
3. 96756940 - Jenny
4. 97554310 - Mary (after 6pm)

Rachel’s Vineyard Singapore will be conducting their first post-abortion retreat from 26 - 28 March 2010 in Singapore.  For those who you know or who may be suffering from an abortion decision and are deeply locked into their own internal struggle of  their deep secret.

Rachel’s Vineyard weekend retreat is a tranquil and beautiful opportunity for one who is emotional or spirtually    bruised with the pain of abortion to experience the mercy and grace of God.  And in the process, to be able to release the repressed feeling, anxiety, pain, guilt and remorse.

Come and experience for yourself a weekend of healing towards finding your strength to transform the pain of the past into love and hope.  The retreat will help you begin the healing process for whose who have experienced the pain of abortion.  If your soul is well, all will be well.

Date: Friday 26 March - Sunday 28 March

Venue: Centre for Ignatian Spirituality and Counselling.

For further enquiries call Rose at 9818 5102 or email to rachelvineyard@familylife.sg

Download your registration form here rachel-vineyard-registration-form2

Date: Sunday 28 February 2010

Venue:  St John’s Room, CAEC (Catholic Archdioceasan Education Centre), 2 Highland Road

Time: 1pm - 5pm

Admission is FREE

So if you want to start your kids right from young, this is a workshop to give you a headstart.  With speaker such as Mr Adrian Lim  (family educator on fatherhood), Ms Pat Chong (Childbirth Educator) and Betty Lee (Lactation Consultant) to welcoming a new born into the family.

Register before 21 February by calling Pamela at 9271 3335 or drop her an email to: pamela_apg@yahoo.com.sg

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