The Vision of The Nazareth Project
The Nazareth Project for Marriage and Family Formation, an office of The John Paul II Center for Lifelong Faith and Ministry Formation, exists to help build up the Body of Christ in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee by providing an authentic, Catholic vision of Sacramental Marriage as an icon of the love between Christ and His Bride, the Church; by providing preparation for couples seeking the Sacrament of Marriage; by providing support for those living the Sacrament of Marriage along with their families; and by providing loving support for those whose marriages have ended. The Nazareth Project also provides ministry to the Young Adults of Southeastern Wisconsin, as well as evangelization and enthusiastic support of the Church's teachings on human sexuality.

To this end, The Nazareth Project:

Provides a comprehensive program of Engaged Enrichment and Marriage Preparation, following the guidelines set forth by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, including emphasis on:

• The Sacramental Nature of Marriage
• Human Sexuality – including intimacy and Natural Family Planning
• Spirituality – both individually, and as a couple
• Communication issues, including conflict resolution

Provides a variety of resources and support networks for couples already living the Sacrament of Marriage:

• Resources for the newly married (0-5 years)
• Natural Family Planning resources and support
• Resources for parenting and family life issues
• Resources for marriages in transition or turmoil

Provides resources and support for those persons who are Separated and Divorced:

• Counseling referrals
• Weekend retreats for the separated and divorced
• Parish-based support groups
• Days of Healing

Provides resources and support for Young Adult:

• Theology on Tap
• Retreat Opportunities
• Special Events, Conferences, Speakers

Provides information, resources and Catholic teaching regarding Human Sexuality:

• Promotion and Support of the Life-Affirming Teachings of the Catholic Church
• Natural Family Planning
• Theology of the Body Educational Opportunities
• Special Events, Conferences and Speakers

In all things, The Nazareth Project seeks to emulate the example of the Holy Family who made their home in Nazareth, and still serves today as the first and best icon of the Domestic Church.