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!

Next ME Weekend is April 19~21, 2013

Want to spend an unforgettable weekend with your wife/husband to rediscover your hopes and dreams?

When was the last time you spent time alone with your spouse to reconnect and share some true quality time? 

YOUY YES, you can turn YOUR marriage into a GREAT MARRIAGE through a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend!  The emphasis of the M.E. Weekend is on the communication between husbands and wives. The Weekend provides a conducive environment for couples to spend time together, encouraging them to focus on each other and their relationship. It’s not a retreat, marriage clinic or substitute for counseling. Couples are not required to share anything with anyone else. It’s a unique approach aimed at revitalizing marriage so it truly is a marriage enrichment program.

The CNMI’s next Marriage Encounter Weekend will be held on

April 19~21, 2013 at the newly Kanoa Resort Saipan

Cost is $100 per couple.

Hurry, we reserve space for only 25 couples!

For further information or a registration form,

please contact any of the below listed individuals:

Spring 2013 Weekend Coordinators

John & Michelle Tagabuel

Tel: 287-3264

Email: mitagabuel@gmail.com

Spring 2013 Weekend Co-Coordinators

Joe & Reyna Saures

Tel: 483-4646

Email: reynasaures@gmail.com

Spring 2013 Registration Couple

Joe & Linda Muña

Tel: 48287-7943

Email: lbmuna@gmail.com

You may also contact the Ecclesial Team/Executive Board members:

Fr. Ike Ayuyu,

Phone no. 256-4568, or

E-mail address ikeayuyu@gmail.com

Charles & Cathy Cepeda

Phone no. 483-7000, or

E-mail address csablancepeda@gmail.com

www.cnmime.blogspot.com or www.cnmime.org

M.E. T-shirt Design Preview

Hello Lovers!

Please see some of the M.E. T-shirt designs. Let us know which one you like best by taking the poll below.

Thank you!

Wayne & Boni

Russ & Kanae

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

STEP 10 Complete!

The CNMI Marriage Encounter is pleased to graduate the first 2010 class of the Steps Along the Journey Program. The Quinn/Jimenez/Mister group consisted of four new couples.

We are thankful to the Mister's for their contribution as co-facilitators for the journey!

Nikolina and Ed Gechig have embraced all the Steps.
Becky & Mark Robles celebrate their 1st wedding anniversary today. Congratulations!

Sisi & Ray Alvarez are utilizing the concepts and feel the ME love!

Bina and Gordon Marciano share their new communication skills with all of their family members.

We also thank Father Ryan Jimenez for contributing his time and love to ME.

Tonight, we start Steeper Steps so the journey continues!

Marriage Encounter Weekend this Friday ~ Sunday!

The CNMI Marriage Encounter Weekend will be taking place at the Saipan Grand Hotel from March 19~21, 2010. We encourage all Encountered Couples visit the Grand Hotel for meals, greet in and greet off to support the ME Community. Please come and see your ME family!

ME Reunion Tonight!

Dear Lovers,

The ME Reunion is TONIGHT at the Grand Hotel's Seaside Hall, starting at 6pm. This is THE opportunity for newly and past encountered couples to sign up for the STEPS program and learn more about the ME concepts. Healthy marriages, like healthy bodies need to remain active. We need to nourish our marriages with quality time and commitment to prioritize each other's needs.

Steps Along the Journey is THE best way for newly encountered couples to continue the buzz from the Weekend and apply it to their lives.

Date: Friday, October 23, 2009
Time: 6-9pm
Venue: Grand Hotel Seaside Hall
Why: It's the best thing you can do for your marriage & family!

See you there!

Marriage Encounter Weekend - Another Successful Production!

The CNMI Chapter of the World Wide Marriage Encounter completed another amazing Weekend for 19 new couples who were committed to strengthening their marriages by learning how to improve their communication skills and most importantly, spending quality time together without the distractions of everyday life.

We were happy to see the "veterans" of ME:

Jess & Anicia, Ben & Lovey, Rex & Clarie, Fred & Maggie.
ME would not be what it is today without you!

Our presenters: Jess & Anicia and Vince & Hilma. They did a superb job!
Spending time with our ME Family and discussing the successes of the Weekend.

Jeff & Sonia, Alphonso & Jacinta are dear supporters of ME!

THE ME FAMILY! We're love you all!

The Myths about the Marriage Encounter Weekend

For those who have not been "encountered", the idea of participating in the upcoming ME Weekend may appear to be a bit threatening. Why? Some people think that if you attend the Weekend, you're automatically admitting that something is wrong with your marriage and that can be either shameful or embarrassing. Family and friends who haven't attended may tease you about it. Others may think that because their marriage is fine, there's no need to attend a "marriage seminar". And still others believe that at the "Weekend", you will have to expose your private lives to strangers. These are the most common excuses for not wanting to attend.

Unfortunately, all of these excuses are just that...excuses and not based on reality or fact. The CNMI Marriage Encounter is a warm, family-oriented organization that not only promotes strong marriages, it also enhances love and communication among couples. If you know of anyone who has been encountered, ask them about their experience!

We've met many couples along the years whose marriages were saved due to the communication techniques they learned in ME. We've also heard from other couples who are back in that "romance" stage of their relationship with their spouse since they can openly share their feelings with each other. ME is for EVERYONE! It doesn't matter if your marriage is good or great, the Weekend will help you reconnect with your best friend and partner for life.

An attractive feature of the Weekend is that the Worldwide Marriage Encounter organization helps make our Saipan Weekend completely affordable: $50 per couple for two nights' stay at the Saipan Grand Hotel, including meals. If you are interested in joining, please contact John & Carol Hosono, the Fall Weekend Coordinators at 286-4997 or johnhosono@gmail.com.