2026 Marriage Prep Retreats/Seminars – Marriage Preparation Retreats are required by the Diocese of Venice for those couples preparing for Sacramental Marriage in the Catholic Church. The retreats are from 8:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. and the $60 registration fee includes all retreat materials and lunch. Registration is required. Couples unable to attend an in-person retreat may contact the Diocesan Marriage Prep office to register for the online version. Please contact Jim Gontis (941) 486-4754.
- Day of Reflection Marriage Retreat – A specially prepared volunteer team of married couples, and a priest, share their experiences and information, enabling couples to be more aware of the privileges and responsibilities of marriage. The next Marriage Retreat is scheduled for September 12at St. John the Evangelist Parish in Naples and November 7 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Retreat Center.
- Two Become One Marriage Retreat (55 and older) – Couples 55 and older preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage or convalidation in the Catholic Church. The next Two Become One Marriage Retreat is on September 26 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Retreat Center.
- Hispanic Marriage Preparation Retreats – Spanish-speaking Marriage Preparation Retreats are available for engaged couples preparing for Sacramental Marriage and provide essential faith-based formation and guidance. The next Hispanic Marriage Retreats are August 1 and October 31 at St. Jude Parish, 3930 17th St., Sarasota. For more information, please contact Jim Gontis (941) 486-4754.
