Pre-Cana (Marriage Prep) Workshop

Pre-Cana Marriage Prep Workshop Are you engaged or planning for your upcoming nuptial ceremony? Or maybe you know someone in your family who is preparing for the Sacrament of Matrimony. Pre-Cana workshops are now being hosted quarterly by the Diocese of Alexandria. These one-day workshops will be at the St. Joseph Catholic Center located at 4400 Coliseum Blvd, Alexandria, LA. Beginning at 8:00 a.m., the day will include presentations on various topics that are vital to a couple’s lifelong marriage. The workshop will end at approximately 3:00 p.m. and lunch will be included. Space will be limited, so please register for a workshop as soon as possible.

Registration for the October workshop is now open.

There is a fee of $60 per couple.

You may pay online after submitting the registration form below.

Future dates:
October 11, 2025
February 7, 2026 (rescheduled from Jan. 24, 2026)

Registration will open a few months prior to each date. You can also pay the day of the workshop via check, money order or cash. Or you can prepay by mailing your check or money order (payable to Diocese of Alexandria) and mail to: Office of Religious Education and Faith Formation, P.O. Box 7417, Alexandria, LA 71306-0417. If you have any questions, please contact Deacon Jason Lavergne in the Office of Religious Education and Faith Formation at (318) 445-6424 ext. 207