Mark Your Calendars! Next ME Weekend is June 27~29, 2014 at Kanoa Resort

Hafa Adai, CNMI!

June is historically a wedding month and many couples will be celebrating anniversaries.  How about a special anniversary gift that will spark romance into your life and provide you with beneficial communication tools for a lifetime? Join the next Marriage Encounter Weekend on June 27~29, 2014 at the Kanoa Resort Saipan!

ME is geared toward married couples and it's all about couple-time. When was the last time you truly sharing quality time with your spouse over a weekend, away from the kids, relatives and usual social engagements?  Give yourself and your honey a special time to re-connect and to learn invaluable communication techniques which will open your hearts and minds. Before the Weekend ends, you'll be back in that "honeymoon" stage.

ME is accepting a maximum of 25 couples, so please request and submit your application form and $100 payment to Frank & Leangie Reyes. Tel: 483-9778 or Email: lsreyes918@gmail.com.

Should you have any questions about the Weekend, please feel free to contact Charles & Cathy Cepeda, CNMI's Ecclesial Leaders at 483-7000 or csablancepeda@gmail.com.

To Love is a Decision: Next ME Weekend is November 8~10, 2013

Jay & Joyce Santos have been married 10 years and together, raise four beautiful children: Aysia, Myles, Dylan & Aya. Last October, the Santos' were encountered for the first time at the Kanoa Resort and that Weekend literally transformed their lives for the better! 

They were initially hesitant to attend, not knowing what they were getting themselves into, but they were relieved to learn that the 48 hours away from the usual busyness of life presented them a unique opportunity to spend that quality time together. In essence, they received the precious gift of time ~ time to re-discover each other as husband and wife.

Throughout the Weekend, they gave each other undivided attention without interruption. And, they were not required to share any of their personal details with any of the other couples. ME's Presenting Couples & Priest facilitated the discussions and the couples were there to learn better tools of communication.

Scroll forward 10 months and the Santos' are HAPPIER THAN EVER! Their love for each other and their kids shines radiantly. You can see it, hear it and feel it when they're together! They've made their marriage a priority through their decision to love.
How?
After the initial Weekend, they joined the post Weekend enrichment course called Steps Along the Journey. They completed that and the "graduate course" aptly named Steeper Steps.  Now, they've enrolled in the "5 Languages of Love" and continue to contribute to the CNMI Marriage Encounter Community.

Most recently, they volunteered to be the Co-Coordinators for the Fall Weekend scheduled for November 8~10, 2013. Yes, less than a year ago, they were not encountered. Today, they'll be organizing the next Weekend for new couples. They're truly "paying it forward" to provide other couples a chance to re-ignite their marriages and family life.

The Weekend accepts up to 25 couples. The cost is $100 per couple and includes 2 nights accommodation, 5 meals and all materials. To apply, simply call or email one of the Weekend Coordinators and they will provide you a form:
Jay & Joyce Santos: teedoffsaipan@gmail.com or 285-5466
Joe & Reyna Saures: reynasaures@gmail.com  or 287-4648

Don't lose this opportunity to strengthen your marriage. Do it for your spouse and your kids!

Ready for the Next ME Weekend? It's NEXT WEEK!

Hafa adai to our beloved M.E. Family,

We, your fall 2011 weekend coordinators, along with our energetic and committed co-coordinators Wayne ♥ Boni Pangelinan, would like to extend our heartfelt love and appreciation to all the couples who have lovingly volunteered their time and talents to help prepare for the upcoming October 14-16 weekend. These couples have been working hard for the past 2 months in fulfilling the vision of M.E. which is “To love one another”.

Weekend Pillars: Gonzalo ♥ Linda Pangelinan & John ♥ Carol Hosono

Registration: Vince ♥ MaryRose Ruwaath & John ♥ Vicky Mafnas

Facility: JJ ♥ Juanette Atalig & Gary ♥ Lynette Camacho

Publicity: Russ ♥ Kanae Quinn

Greet In: Jake ♥ Jackie Van Dam & John ♥ Michelle Tagabuel

Prayer Couple: Shawn ♥ Melisha San Nicolas & Glenn ♥ Elisha Muna & Jack ♥ Carla Sablan

Prayer Vigil: Wayne ♥ Boni Pangelinan

Greet Off: Walter ♥ Jessica Mendez & Patrick ♥ Mardi Reyes & Antonia♥Rosalita Magofna

Food & Beverage: John ♥ Divina Jenkins

Pulpit Talks: Vince ♥ Hilma Castro

Ecclesial Team: Vince ♥ Hilma Castro & Fr. Isaac Ayuyu

Without your life giving kindness and generosity, these weekends would not be possible. Again we thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

We would also like to sincerely thank the rest of our M.E. community for all your support and prayers. Although you may not be with us physically, you are with us in spirit.

Our weekend is just around the corner! Next week Friday October 14, we shall begin work for our Lord’s weekend.

We are writing to invite the M.E. community to join us for the last 2 planning meetings. One is scheduled for this Thursday October 6^th, beginning at 7 p.m. at JJ and Juanette’s home in Finasisu. We thank you JJ & Juanette for opening your home to us! The last and final planning meeting will be at the same time and place on Thursday October 13 – the night before the weekend. Please come if you are able to.

Also, we are calling on our community to be present on Friday October 14 for our famous “Greet In” tradition. Encountered couples will enthusiastically and energetically welcome the new couples as they walk into the conference room to start their weekend. Please be at the Aqua Resort Club by 6pm to help us comfort and welcome our new couples.

Finally, we ask for your continued prayers. Please join us in asking our God for guidance and direction as we carry out His will during His weekend. For without Him, nothing is possible!

We love you and look forward to being with you soon! Please don’t hesitate to contact us at the numbers below, should you need anything.

Love,

Tom ♥ Erica Thornburgh -287-9205 or 285-6372

M.E. Prayer Vigil

Hello Lovers!

The Weekend is fast approaching on 14~16 October and we need all Encountered Couples to sign up for the Prayer Vigil from Friday 8pm to Sunday 4pm.

Please sign up online at:
http://www.wwmeprayerscroll.org/files/PrayerScroll.asp?Table=251&GMT=10

Remember that the prayer vigil hour is a time to spend with your spouse as a couple and reflect on your relationship as well as those who are participating in the Weekend and their families at home.

Upcoming ME Weekend on October 14-16, 2011

Lovers,

You can now download registration forms and email it to your prospective couples.

The forms are available at: http://cnmime.org/docs/Fall2011RegistrationForm.pdf

We need at least 20 couples to make the weekend happen. Let's all try to invite at least one couple to make a weekend and make a difference in our community!

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to call our weekend coordinators Tom & Erica Thornburgh at 287-9205 or 285-6372.

Hugs,

Vince & Hilma and Father Ike

Fall Weekend Planning Meeting on August 29th!

Hafa Adai Lovers!

Our Fall 2011 Weekend Coordinators, Tom & Erica Thornburgh, are calling the first planning meeting for the Fall 2011 Marriage Encounter Weekend.

What: Fall 2011 Weekend Planning Meeting

Where: Thornburgh's Residence in Gualo Rai (See Map below)

When: Monday, August 29, 2011

Time: 6:30PM

Let’s help and support our weekend coordinators make this the best possible weekend!

Love,

Vince & Hilma and Father Ike

Notes: Once on Historia Place, it is the 3-story house on the left.

CNMI ME Weekend Wrap Up Meeting Wednesday Night

Dearest Lovers,

We are inviting you, especially supervisors, to attend the weekend wrap-up meeting to discuss the Joys, Successes, Challenges and Needs of the recently concluded Spring Weekend.

Your presence and feedback are important to making the next scheduled weekend run smoother for all those involved in the M.E. Weekend experience.

When: Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Time: 7PM

Location: JJ & Juanette Atalig’s Home in Fina Sisu

Bring: Spouse, Dialogue books & a dish to share

We look forward to seeing everyone there.

If you need directions to JJ & Juanette Atalig’s house, just call Vince at 287.8089.

Love,

The Weekend Pillar & Spring 2011 Coordinators

CNMI Marriage Encounter Weekend Enrichment Tonight!

REMINDER!!!!

This event is TONIGHT... See Below:

Dearest Lovers,

You are invited to the pre-weekend MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT NIGHT. The main topic is regarding the use of feelings vs. judgments in our communication, especially in dialogue. Our visiting couple, Mike & Jeanne Emry will be presenting this portion of the evening.

We all know how dear our marriages are, so let’s take some time out of our schedule to invest in it. A great way to do this is with our ME community that share our values.

The enrichment will begin with evening prayer so this will be a beautiful evening of spirituality as well.

Date: Thursday, April 7, 2011 ---TONIGHT

Time: 6:30PM Sharp

Venue: Kristo Rai Parish Social Hall, Garapan

Note: Bring your dialogue books and a dish to share

We are looking forward to seeing you there!

Love,

Vince & Hilma Castro and Father Isaac

Upcoming ME Weekend on April 8~10, 2011

Hello everyone!

The CNMI Chapter of the Worldwide Marriage Encounter will be hosting the Spring 2011 Weekend on April 8~10, 2011 at the Aqua Resort Club in Achugao, Saipan. The Weekend is for married couples who seek to prioritize their relationships and take time out of their hectic schedules to spend with one another.

One common myth is that the ME Weekend is for troubled marriages. That's completely inaccurate! The ME Weekend is intended for happily married couples who want to grow even closer to their spouses. It's all about communication techniques that apply to marriage, family and even to friends and co-workers. Communication is essential so ME provides the appropriate tools for couples as they mature in their relationships.

For more information about the ME Weekend, please feel free to contact Vince and MaryRose Ruwaath at 287-9953 or email vennyruuz@yahoo.com.

The cost of registration for the Weekend (2 nights accommodation and all meals) is $50 per couple. What a great deal!!

Weekend Reunion this Thursday!

Wilma, George & Tanya
More ME couples!
Two generations of presenters: The Thornburgh's & Sonoda's
Bishop Camacho & the Castro's The Weekend Coodinators: Van Dam's & Hosono's
Dearest Lovers,

The Weekend was a success thanks to everyone in the community that chipped in one way or another. Special thanks goes to the Weekend Coordinators, Co-coordinators and supervisors. GREAT JOB!!!!

Please join us at the Weekend Reunion this Thursday. Your couple power will be shining bright as we invite the newly encountered couples into our community & to sign up for our STEPS along our journey program.


EVENT DETAILS:

Venue: Saipan Grand Hotel, Seaside Hall

Date: Thursday, October 14, 2010

Time: 6:00 PM Sharp

Misc: Pot-Luck (Bring a dish to share)


GET YOU RED HOT M.E. SHIRTS
There are only a few left so get them for the reunion!

XXL - $20 each

XL - $18 each

L - $18 each

M - $18 each

S - $18 each

Please contact Russ & Kanae Quinn at kanaequinn@yahoo.com

ME Weekend Planning Meeting Tonight at Saipan Community School

Please NOTE: Meeting Venue will be at Saipan Community School
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Hello Lovers,

We are only 9 days away from our weekend. Crunch time begins!
First off Jake and I want to thank everyone that has been coming to meetings and planning and working hard. Thanks for all the support you guys! We really couldn't do/plan this weekend without you!
This coming Thursday (tomorrow night) will be our last Thursday meeting. Next Thursday will be the Enrichment night for the weekend!
Please come and help finalize all the last details!
There is a change in the meeting - please note:
Thursday, September 30, 2010, at 6:30pm
it will be at SAIPAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL - CLASSROOM 6.
Please call or let any other ME couples that you know of the changes! Thank you!
If you have any questions or need directions, please call either Jake (285-9272) or Jackie (285-4653)
See you soon lovers!!!
Love,
The Van Dams

Weekend Recruiting

Dear ME Community,

Now is the time to talk to you friends and family members about the opportunity of the upcoming Weekend Marriage Encounter from 8~10 October 2010 at the Saipan Grand Hotel. It's a gift you are giving someone else to enjoy an even better relationship with our spouses through enhanced communication.

Over the years, we've had many friends who joined and are thankful for the experience.

Please contact Jake/Jackie Van Dam at 285-9272 or Russ/Kanae Quinn at 287-0318 for more information!

Get Ready for the next ME Weekend on Oct 8~10, 2010!

Dearest Companions on the Journey!

It's that time once again to invite couples to make a Marriage Encounter Weekend. The next weekend is scheduled for October 8, 9 & 10 at the Saipan Grand Hotel. There is just over a month left to invite couples so let's pull out all the stops and get those couples registered today!

For those couples that just made their weekends last spring or fall, take out your weekend workbooks and look on page 63. You will find the list of couples that you wrote down to invite to a weekend. Call them up and invite them today!

Registration forms can be downloaded at our website at www.cnmime.org or by clicking here.

You can turn in the registration forms at the weekend planning meetings or to Jake & Jackie Van Dam (285-9272), John & Vicky Mafnas (285-8454) or Vince & Hilma Castro (287-8089)

The next planning meeting is on September 9 at at the Van Dams' house in Gualo Rai. Click here for map.

Love & Hugs,

Vince & Hilma and Father Ike