For myself and my fiancé we are very open with sensitive topics that are normally not discussed such as children, communication, sex, in-laws etc. But even then, we were able to take away a deeper understanding of each other. Now more than ever we’re sure about each other and why we are getting married.
The couple sharers and chaplains really agave a lot of time and effort helping new couples adjust and understand their new roles. We definitely recommend DW to all those couples in a serious relationship and would like to confirm that they can work together and are aligned in their life goals.
– Anonymous
The Discovery Weekend is a reflection of what you already know actually, with regard to relationships, communications, etc. But it helped us reaffirm and also improve our certain aspects of our relationship by giving us the much needed time with mo interruptions. My biggest takeaway was when one of the couple sharers said that it is important to be your partner, most trusted and closest friend and confidants. That really stuck me. Thank you for this opportunity!
– Anonymous
DW gives the couples the opportunity to have time to get to know each other better, hear other’s experiences and learn in preparation for married life. DW gives the couples the time to discuss matters that they usually assume as understood but don’t really get to discuss. DW teaches couples how to dialogue and help each other grow.
– Anonymous
Too many to mention! All topics have huge impact on us! But if I’ll just choose one, it would be the Dialogue part. Communication is very important and proper words could really help in avoiding too much conflict.
We can now have better communication and all other questions pertaining marriage life have been answered. This could really help couples in understanding each other more.
– Anonymous
I would recommend the Discovery Weekend to all couples who would like to make their journey to marriage the best experience ever!
– Anonymous
Before the Discovery Weekend, there would be times when I would ask myself if I had chosen the right partner. After the weekend all my doubts and reservations were gone. Now I can give myself freely to my partner with God in the center and know everything would be OK.
– Anonymous
The Dialogues and letters were a big help. I’ve realized so many things that I was not even thinking of before. Knowing self, you and your partner plus God. Our relationship has deepened because of the weekend. It will give you and your partner light to where do you really want to go. And if you could accept him/her for all hi/her flaws.
– Anonymous
It was a great experience to be in Discovery Weekend. It was a guide on how to deal with your significant other towards marriage. Truly that communication plays a vital role on moving the relationship work. All of the experiences shared are truly inspiring. I will recommend this to all my friends, planning to get to know more of their current partners if they are really meant for each other.
– Jamelle Santos
I like how it was laid down to us the process of resolving issues and I will never forget the YOU and I topic. We were able to continue to understand relationship processes the easier way. It is definitely the You and I topic, with this many couples were able to identify and discuss important aspect in entering marriage. Happier and more contented.
– Anonymous
It was a great fulfilling weekend of learning and sharing, laughing and crying, of discovering myself, my partner, our relationship and our relationship with God. A must for couples taking it to the next level. Thank you DW???
– Anonymous
The Discovery Weekend is a program of “Marriage is a Social Institution” in action. Young couples would benefit a lot for this program.
-Jay-r Ipac
Our Discovery Weekend experience has changed us tremendously not just as a couple but as a person as well. We have learned how to understand each other’s behavior’s towards certain situations.
– Anonymous
My biggest take out in this experience will be the finding the core issue of an argument.
– Anonymous
We are a couple not keen on sharing emotions and feelings. We were scared that we had to share to strangers our own feelings. Lo and behold the whole weekend was about feelings. What makes it wonderful is that you focus on each other. It becomes a venue for us to talk about important matters before married. We are happy to say that this experience has been the best choice we have made together. We recommend this to couples who need a little support, a little help on a little push to make your relationship better. Consider it an investment to the sacrament of marriage.
F ? M
Discovery Weekend reaffirmed my love to my partner. We are now more open in tackling any topic. I would recommend the DW to any couple since it would strengthen their bond.
– Anonymous
Marriage checklist was very helpful as it gave us guidelines on topics that are essential for couples to be married. The weekend brought us closer to God and re-affirms that I have the right and compatible partner. The talks are very helpful as we get to hear live experiences and hopefully apply them in the future. This brought us closer to God and have a clear sense of purpose. Yes we would recommend this other couples.
– Anonymous
We’re told from the start that this wasn’t a social event, but it was interesting to witness the different types of couples. It really, perhaps inadvertently, fosters a great sense of community. I can annoyingly transparent and I already knew everything that Jason told me, But it’s good to fell validation and it’s good to confront feelings. I recommend it esp for serious couples, even pre-engagement.
– Anonymous
The DW affirmed my desire to marry my partner. My biggest takeaway was the importance of not only making God the center of our lives but also inviting Him to our wedding. I will recommend DW because it will help with the foundation of one’s marriage.
Ana Enerio
The Discovery Weekend helped us discover and get to know each other better. It validated and affirmed our love and decision to get married. We highly recommend this to all couples who are planning to get married.
Noel?Pam
This Discovery Weekend is something that we highly encourage to couples who are engaged, planning to get engaged and for couples who want to strengthen their relationship with one another and with God! Highly recommended!
P?E
As a married couple, the DW was truly an amazing experience. It was exactly what I hoped for to strengthen our marriage this early in our married life. I specifically liked the dialogue, love letter writing and the group sharing part because we had a way of expressing ourselves to our loved ones and also know what other couples are facing. Thank you!
P.A.
As a newly married couple I found DW very helpful. It made us have a better communication and learned how to dialogue. I like the Confidence and Dialogue part so much. I also appreciate the love letters writing that allowed us to think things through and lots on express it to our partner. It’s a good communication exercise and I wish for my husband and I to continue. I would definitely invite my friends to experience DW for it gave me renewed energy to continue loving the person God has gifted me with. Thank you DW!?
A.A.
This DW helped us so much. There were so many uncertainties and questions coming here but this weekend cleared everything for us. We are now more convinced that we are meant to be together and that we will fight for our relationship, our future marriage and future family against all the challenges of this world. We will try also to be more productive in spreading the apostolate to others to protect the sacredness of the family.
– Anonymous
Thank you for this experience. I was a fruitful experience. Right balance of time and talks with partner and with God spiritual life.
– Anonymous
“Hold hands when you’re fighting.” When you’re both is angry at each other, you tend to become emotional. A mere touch reminds you both that strong feeling is coming from your love for each other.
– Anonymous
I really got in touch with my spirituality, togetherness with my partner. I helped clarify the feelings I have for my partner as well. Yes, I would recommend it for all.
– Anonymous
August 2016 DW
I would recommend DW for couples about to be married so that they can communicate with each other as couple.
– Anonymous
Discovery Weekend helped us to validate and strengthen our love for each other. We really open ourselves up to each other most especially to God. It brings us more closer to God.
– Anonymous
The Discovery Weekend was an experience of learnings and realization and it is an avenue for us to really be open and understand more each other’s feelings. Also it is an affirmation that what we had and go through for the past 8 years of our relationship was God’s plan and everything that happened was all because of him.
– Anonymous
August 2016 DW
Discovery Weekend helps on handling the couples emotional, physical and spiritual challenges. DW strengthens us in every aspect of our relationship. DW gave a deeper connection to God.
– Anonymous
It helps you set a realistic view of marriage. Most couples get married thinking that marriage/ wedding is the start of happily ever, then when reality sets in they give up easily because it’s far from their dream. DW helps us learn from experience of couples that even in their 45th anniversary it is still a work in progress.
– Anonymous
Make God the 3rd party in the relationship. It help us to talk about issues that are yet to be closed. Morality and Sexuality by Tito Toto. Before was really not keen to go because it will be jus the usual praying and talking, but after discussions and doing dialogue my partner and I felt lighter and better. I would recommend DW to those who are not really the communicative type of couple. Through this retreat they will really have a deeper understanding of their desires, dreams in life.
– Anonymous