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| Your shortlist | Augustine InstitutePresence: The Mystery of the Eucharist A beautiful video series that explores the truth and beauty of Christ's real presence in the Eucharist. It is widely used for adult faith formation and parent preparation for First Holy Communion. | 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. |
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| Publisher | Augustine Institute | Augustine Institute |
| Category | Sacrament prep | Sacrament prep |
| Ages | Adult / Parents | Engaged and married couples (adults) |
| Format | Video series with print study guides | video (DVD or FORMED streaming) + print couple's guide + leader's guide |
| Sessions | 3 to 4 sessions | 12 sessions total (6 Marriage Preparation sessions + 6 Marriage Enrichment sessions) |
| Price (as published) | $14.95 / study guide | Couple's Guide $24.95; Couple's Guide 5-Pack $99.99 |
| Spanish edition | yes | yes |
| Leader guide | Provides a comprehensive leader guide with discussion prompts, session outlines, and strategies for leading small groups. | 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. |
| Last updated | 2026-10-15 | 2026-10-15 |
| Source | View source | View source |
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