NEWS & ACTIVITIES
Welcome to the 'News & Activities' webpage of the Office of Marriage, Family & Life at the Archdiocese of Saint Boniface!
Visit this page often for news and updates on upcoming events & activities for couples and families of the Archdiocese of St. Boniface and elsewhere in Manitoba.
COME and SEE: Gathering of Newlyweds and Couples in Early Years of Marriage
New Event for all Newlyweds and Couples in Early Years of Marriage! 
The Archdiocese of Saint Boniface and the the Archdiocese of Winnipeg Marriage & Family Life Ministries invite you to attend COME and SEE, an afternoon gathering for young married couples. Meet other newly-married couples, take part in a special time of enrichment as a couple, and discover how you and your spouse can continue to grow in your relationship with each other and with God. Held on Saturday, October 4th from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM at the Saint Boniface Cathedral. Registration is required and will be open until September 30th. There is no cost to attend this event.
Register at https://bit.ly/COMEANDSEE2025
Ladies, mark your calendars!
She Shall Be Called Woman will be held Thursday evenings starting October 2nd, 2025 at 6:30pm @ St. Emile Parish. The program is a sanctuary for women seeking to be truly seen, known, and loved as they grow in their relationship with the Lord. Through vibrant conversations, authentic speakers, and enriching prayer experiences, She Shall Be Called Woman offers deeper insights into theological truths and practical wisdom. We hope to see you there! For more information contact: stemileshe@gmail.com
Men, Mark you Calendars!
That Man is You will be held every Saturday Morning starting September 27th 2025 at 7:30am @ St. Emile’s Parish Center. 7:30 – Breakfast, 8am – Teaching, 8:30 – Small groups, 9am – program ends, (Virtual meeting available)
That Man Is You is an interactive men’s program combining the best research from science with the teachings of the Catholic Faith and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of man fully alive. By honestly addressing the pressures and temptations that men face in our modern culture, That Man is You seeks to form men who will be capable of transforming homes and society. For more information, call or text Lionel @ 204-226-4881
Surviving Divorce: 12-Week Catholic Program for the Separated and Divorced – Wednesdays, September 17th to December 10th
Testimonials: “I would definitely recommend the Surviving Divorce program. The videos and discussion topics were well thought out, but, being on a journey with others was equally beneficial because we were able to offer support to one another in a safe and prayerful environment.”
"This program greatly assisted my emotional healing in a safe and accepting environment by sharing with others who have been through the end of a marriage."
Are you or anyone in your family Separated or Divorced? The Archdiocese of Saint Boniface Ministry to the Separated and Divorced will be hosting a twelve-session Surviving Divorce program that will bring hope and healing to those who are experiencing the pain and loneliness of a broken marriage. Surviving Divorce features twelve video presentations that cover topics such as shock and grief, anger and forgiveness, money issues, dealing with children and a former spouse, and annulment and remarriage. This program is for the newly separated and divorced and those still struggling with issues many years later. It will help them find answers to their questions, restore their hope, and begin authentic healing.
This program will run on Wednesday evenings from 7pm-9pm, starting on September 17th, 2025, at the Saint Boniface Archdiocesan Centre. Registration is required. The cost of the program for participants is $50 and includes the Surviving Divorce Personal Guide and all program materials. Find comfort and counsel consistent with Catholic Church teachings.
For information, please contact Marie Brunet at mfl@archsaintboniface.ca; 204-594-0274 or Daniel Bahuaud at communications@archsaintboniface.ca; 204-594-0277.
Register here for the program: https://bit.ly/survivingdivorce2025
For additional help and resources for the Separated and Divorced, visit: Archdiocese of Saint Boniface - Ministry to Divorced and Separated (archsaintboniface.ca)
“Love Never Ends” Marriage Enrichment Mini Sessions offered by Worldwide Marriage Encounter
In partnership with the Office of Marriage, Family and Life of the Archdiocese of St. Boniface, The Worldwide Marriage Encounter movement in Winnipeg, will be offering a series of marriage enrichments across parishes from in 2024. The main theme of the enrichments will be “Love Never Ends”, with half-day or evening options for these life-giving sessions. Each mini enrichment will have a specific focus, for example: Communicating Intimately, Listening in A New Way, and Discovering God’s Desire for our Marriage. Come to enrich and deepen your love for each other as a Catholic/Christian couple. For more information, or if you would like to have one of these enrichments at your parish, please contact Marie Brunet at mfl@archsaintboniface.ca or 204-594-0274.
FERTILITY HEALTH AWARENESS SEMINAR
The Marriage, Family and Life Service of the Archdiocese of Saint Boniface is pleased to offer a Free, Fertility Health Awareness Seminar, with sessions in the Spring & Fall.
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Fall Sessions 2025 (Online)
Spring Session 2026 (In-Person)
- May 30, 2026
1:00-4:30 pm
St. Boniface Cathedral Hall
You may learn one of the following methods:
-Serena Method
-FEMM Method
-Couple to Couple League Method
Registration deadline: May 22, 2026
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This seminar gives couples and individuals the opportunity to discover Natural Family Planning (NFP) & to find a method that fits their needs. Attendees will receive certified teaching on one of the following methods of NFP/Fertility Care:
Click on the methods or videos below
to find out more about each NFP/Fertility Care Method.
Marquette Method Couple to Couple Serena Method
League Method
FEMM Method Creighton/NaPro
Technology Method
There is no cost to participate, however registration is required!
** Please note, that the Fertility Health Awareness seminar is an introductory session, and the class will aim to teach the basics and background on the method. Further classes, and the purchase of materials or resources may be necessary (at a cost) for those interested in fully learning a method.
For more information:
Marie: mfl@archsaintboniface.ca/204-594-0274
OR Nadine: mfl2@archsaintboniface.ca/ 204-594-0295
MARRIAGE, FAMILY & LIFE TEAMS
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Do you have an interest in supporting strong Marriages, nurturing Families and promoting Life from conception to natural death?
- If so, have you ever thought about creating a Marriage, Family & Life team at your church?
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What is a Marriage, Family and Life Team (MFL team)?
- A Parish MFL team helps support and strengthen couples and families by offering programs and resources that foster an authentically Catholic vision of marriage, family, and the dignity of life at the Parish level, for the Parish Community.
- A Parish MFL team works with the support and guidance of the Archdiocese of Saint Boniface Marriage, Family & Life Service, along with the Parish priest or Parish Life Director.
- Each MFL team looks unique, as each is built to meet the needs of it’s own parish community. One of the wonderful things about having a team in your parish, is that it’s a great way to connect with others in your parish who have similar interests and goals!
- The Archdiocese of Saint Boniface Marriage, Family & Life Service can help support the formation of a new team, to help you get started, and to connect you with resources and other teams in the diocese.
HOW CAN YOU FORM a MARRIAGE, FAMILY & LIFE TEAM IN YOUR PARISH?
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- Print the brochure and share with your pastor & others who may have a heart for building up strong marriages, nurturing families and promoting life in your church.
- If you are interested in creating a team in your parish, would like more information or to have us come do a presentation at your church, please contact:
Nadine Fetherston: (204) 594-0295 mfl2@archsaintboniface.ca
Marie Brunet: (204) 594-0274 mfl@archsaintboniface.ca
