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| Your shortlist | Augustine InstituteBeloved: Finding Happiness in Marriage A twelve-session Catholic marriage preparation and enrichment video program from the Augustine Institute (6 sessions on the Mystery of Marriage for engaged couples plus 6 sessions on Living Marriage), available on DVD and FORMED. | Augustine InstituteSigns of Grace: You Are Forgiven Sacramental preparation series for First Reconciliation grounding children in the healing mercy of Christ. |
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| Publisher | Augustine Institute | Augustine Institute |
| Category | Sacrament prep | Sacrament prep |
| Ages | Engaged and married couples (adults) | Children (grades 2-3) |
| Format | video (DVD or FORMED streaming) + print couple's guide + leader's guide | print + video |
| Sessions | 12 sessions total (6 Marriage Preparation sessions + 6 Marriage Enrichment sessions) | 7 sessions |
| Price (as published) | Couple's Guide $24.95; Couple's Guide 5-Pack $99.99 | Student Guide $14.95, Starter Kit $149.00 |
| Spanish edition | yes | yes |
| Leader guide | Provides a dedicated Beloved Leader's Guide alongside the Couple's Guide ($24.95), equipping parish marriage preparation coordinators and mentor couples with session schedules, discussion prompts, and couples reflection exercises. | Teacher and catechist guide provides detailed theological background and classroom plans. |
| Last updated | 2026-10-15 | 2026-10-14 |
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