Enriching Catholic Marriages: Mike Allen Discusses Grace Marriage

Mary Queen Stories

In this episode of Mary Queen Stories, host Jennifer Longworth chats with Mike Allen, a Mary Queen parishioner and the director of family life and evangelization for the Diocese of Lexington. Mike explains his role in supporting parish ministries, particularly focusing on fostering stronger marriages through programs like Grace Marriage. He details how Grace Marriage offers quarterly mini-retreats designed to enrich and sustain marriages by providing couples with intentional time for reflection, discussion, and community building. Mike also discusses the adaptability and parish-centered nature of the program, ensuring it's accessible and engaging for busy couples. The conversation underscores the importance of nurturing marriages within the church and aligning individual efforts with the parish’s mission to receive God's love, serve joyfully, and make missionary disciples.

To learn more and register for Grace Marriage, visit MQHR.org/gracemarriage