As part of the Catholic wedding process, we have to take a Pre-Cana course. Imagine my non-surprise when I see the $195 price tag. Thanks Archdiocese of New York!
Upon seeing the price, I immediately stopped listening to one of my favorite Christmas carols.
Also, imagine my non-surprise to find out that they are the ones behind the "Abortion Changes You" billboards on the subway. Really? There are schools and churches closing all over the city and they are spending money on advertising.
Catholicism is a tricky thing, as any religion, and I've struggled with it, but in a v. passive way. I've been spoilt by my awesome priest uncles who have made Catholicism a wonderful thing for me and my family. One of my favorite holiday memories is that of the whole extended family gathering at my uncle's Harlem church for Christmas mass, getting into a yellow school bus headed down to Rockefeller Center and singing Christmas carols as a family in front of the tree and St. Patrick's.
Back to pre-cana. Friends have said it was a good experience for them, kind of like therapy but with a catholic twist. Older married couples usually lead the sessions, which is a good thing, because what does a priest really know about marriage? nothing. Two full days of marriage therapy? sounds like fun! Natural family planning? smiles!
I'm thinking I don't mention that we're "living in sin".
2 days ago
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I was raised Catholic, but I will not be getting married in a Catholic church for many, many reasons.
I've heard good things about these pre-cana things though. A lot of brides on weddingplans have done them and only had positive things to say. I know one girl said that she's living with her FH before the wedding too and they didn't give her a hard time about it.
I'm sure it'll be a good experience for you.
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