Who We Are
Nazareth is a network of Catholic families connected with the Saint John Society that seek to:
Grow in holiness as a couple,
Raise their children in the catholic faith,
Stay connected to other families a source of mutual support, and
Be salt and light in the world
As we face an increasingly secular and fragmented society, we see the need to forge and deepen bonds among Catholic families that are seeking to live out their faith in fullness. Here are the maxims we hope to follow as we grow hopeful and holy families.
This group is only for couples that have been married for 10 years or less.
Couples meet every other month on the first Saturday morning to have formation and build community. Couples can also meet outside those scheduled meetings in small groups to deepen community bonds. Children are welcome at these meetings, and free on-site child care is an option.
QUESTIONS? Email us at nazareth@stmichaelportland.org
Nazareth Events
We meet in Balestra Hall (the basement) from 9:30–11:30 a.m., after the 8:30 a.m. Saturday Mass. Below is this year’s schedule:
Saturday, February 3, 2024 Encounter: "Embrace the silence and Learn to Listen" with Catholic Counselor Patricia Mackie
Saturday, April 6, 2024 Encounter
Saturday, June 1, 2024 Encounter
Saturday, August 3, 2024 FAMILY DAY
Saturday, October 5, 2024 Encounter
Saturday, December 7, 2024 Encounter
Newsletters
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BOOKS
Eight Dates: To keep your relationship happy, thriving and lasting, by John and Julie Gottman
Hold Me Tight, by Sue Johnson
Holy Sex!: A Catholic Guide to Toe-Curling, Mind-Blowing, Infallible Loving, by Gregory Popcak
Be Devoted Be Devoted: Restoring Friendship, Passion, and Communion in Your Marriage, by Bob Schuchts
PODCASTS
Restore the Glory: A Podcast About The Healing And Restoration Of Our God-Given Glory.
Small things Often : Successful long-term relationships are created through small words, small gestures, and small acts. Every Monday and Wednesday morning, we’ll talk you through research-based tips to help improve your relationships in five minutes or less. Small Things Often is an invitation to think small. It could make a big difference.escription text goes here
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Catherine Palmer - Couples Clinic of Portland Portland, OR EFT Couples
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2 Become 1 Marriage and Marriage Prep Retreat
May 26–28
September 1–3Retreat Registration NOW OPEN
For more information: everydaycounselingpdx.com/retreat.html
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APPS
Hallow App: Connect with your friends, family, prayer group, parish, & community to share prayers, intentions, or journal reflections and grow together in your faith.
NOVENASNovena for a Happy and Faithful Marriage from Jose Maria Escriva
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BOOKS
Attached at the Heart, by Barbara Nicholson, Lysa Parker
Parenting from the Inside Out, by Dan Siegel
Unconditional Parenting, by Alfie Kohn
Beyond the Birds and the Bees, by Greg Popcak
Call to a Deeper Love, by St. Zelie Martin
The Heart of Perfection, by Colleen Carroll Campbel
PODCAST
WEBSITE
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