Engageme

nt:
De Guzman, C.
Yap, K.
Ong, B.
4BIO3

Rigor, G.

Santos, K.
Nature and Purpose

Meaning of Engagement
Based on Merriam Webster
agreement to be married
Based on the Catholic Church
more than an agreement
a time for preparation

Things to
prepare for
the wedding

the church

priest

wedding planner

venue

guests

attire

reception

honeymoon

Things that a Couple Must Have Before the

Wedding

lifelong commitment

financial stability

blessing of the parents and respective families

unyielding faith and love in God and in their husband/wife

knowledge on partners likes, dislikes, dreams, fears, etc.

Purpose of Engagement
Gives everyone time to prepare for the marriage
service.
It gives friends and family members a chance
to weigh in and be aware of the pending
marriage.

Purpose of Engagement
Gives both people a little time to make sure that
this is what they want to do.
Time during which the couple can make a careful
check to see whether they have chosen
someone with whom they can live for the rest
of their lives.
Time to sort out all legal matters before getting
married.

Purpose of Engagement
Allows the parents of both the bride and groom
to meet and get to know one another
Allows the couple to prepare for conjugal life
and plan the ff:
Place of residence
Number of children
Finances

A great marriage is not when the perfect couple

comes together. It is when an imperfect couple learns
to enjoy their differences.
Dave Meurer

References:
http://catholicweddinghelp.com/weddingplanning/01-engagement.htm
http://www.biblicalfulfillment.org/id58.html
http://www.mamashealth.com/wedding/engage/
needengage.asp
http://www.earesources.org/2015/02/23/foremerging-adults/the-purpose-of-engagement/