The Beauty of Sexuality & Intimacy in Marriage
Included with the online Pre-Cana, Living Our Faith in Love
Tom & Marcy Renken help couples understand what the Catholic Church teaches about the unitive and procreative aspects of intimacy and sexuality. They explore the emotional, spiritual, and physical sides of the marital act while encouraging couples to build trust and communicate openly.
Through personal stories and reflections, Tom and Marcy discuss false representations of intimacy that can be harmful for couples while also sharing how God heals and restores brokenness. This segment balances practical tools for dating, romance, and communication with spiritual practices like forgiveness, prayer, and reconciliation.
Presented By:
Tom & Marcy Renken share a remarkable journey of love and faith. They’ve weathered life’s storms together and emerged stronger than ever, and now they help others to do the same.
Tom & Marcy have six children, and are active members in their home parish. They are dedicated to the principles of a Christ-centered marriage, and that has been the driving force behind their ministry, Celebrate Marriage, and their service as marriage mentors.
Learn more about Tom & Marcy Renken here: https://celebratemarriageministry.com/
Guiding Principles and Areas of Discussion:
The Sacrament of Marriage and Connections to Sex & Intimacy
- Men and women are complimentary
- The purpose of human sexuality
- Freely giving oneself – the gift of sex
Nurturing Intimacy
- Misconceptions of sex and intimacy
- Being open with the past
- God’s grace for couples
- Communication is central to intimacy
- Physical, emotional, spiritual intimacy
Dating & Romance
- Definition of romance
- Rules for dating
- Daily check-in
Growth in Marital Intimacy
- How sin destroys intimacy
- How to deal with challenges
- Where to find help