The Joy of Marriage Immersion
A Transformative Week in Rome for Married Couples and Those Preparing for Marriage
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Experience the Truth & Beauty Project's signature Immersion through the lens of the vocation to marriage. Join John & Ashley Noronha for a life-changing week of faith, formation, beauty, and authentic Christian community at the heart of the Church.
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Discover how Scripture, theology, philosophy, sacred art, history, and the beauty of Rome can deepen your Christian identity, strengthen your vocation, and inspire a more intentional way of living.
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Formation for the whole person—mind, body, and soul.
November 7 - 14, 2026
What to expect
Come experience Rome together through the lens of your vocation to marriage. Step away from the demands of everyday life and immerse yourselves in a week of faith, beauty, formation, and authentic Christian community at the heart of the Church.
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Through Scripture, theology, philosophy, sacred art, Church history, and the unparalleled beauty of the Eternal City, you'll encounter the riches of the Christian tradition in a deeply personal way. Each day invites you to grow in your understanding of your identity as beloved sons and daughters of God, while also discovering more fully the unique mission of your marriage within God's plan.
Along the way, you'll share meaningful conversations, experience moments of prayer and wonder, and enjoy the unforgettable beauty, cuisine, and culture of Italy. You'll return home not only refreshed, but equipped with a renewed vision for intentional living, deeper faith, and the vocation you share together.
Love in Rome
Each day weaves together inspiring formation, encounters with beauty, expert presentations, meaningful conversation, prayer, the sacraments, and the rich culture of Italy. From magnificent churches and sacred art to shared meals and hidden corners of the Eternal City, every experience is intentionally designed to form both mind and heart.
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Like the many participants who have experienced a Truth & Beauty Project Immersion before you, you'll return home with a deeper understanding of your Christian identity, a renewed vision for your vocation, and practical tools to live your faith—and your marriage—with greater joy, purpose, and intentionality.
Nov 7
Radical Receiving
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Touch — Love begins by receiving the other as gift
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Encounter with Beauty at St. Peter's Basilica
Peter first allowed himself to be touched by Christ before becoming the rock upon which Christ built His Church. Marriage likewise begins by receiving God's love and receiving one's spouse as an undeserved gift rather than a project to change.
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Radical receptivity
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Theology of gift
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Leaving expectations behind
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Receiving grace before giving
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Welcome Dinner: "You Have Been Given to One Another."
Nov 11
Open Your Eyes to See
Sight — Seeing your spouse through God's eyes
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Encounter with Beauty at Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls
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Paul's conversion was ultimately about learning to see God differently.
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Vision for marriage
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God's dream for you
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Looking toward eternity​
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Nov 8
Slow Listening
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Hearing — Love begins by listening
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12.00 pm, Pray the Angelus with Pope Leo XIV
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Encounter with Beauty in Rome's Historic Centre
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Couples explore listening to the voice of God as one of the highest forms of love.​​
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Understanding your vocation through the voice of God
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Tuning in to hear His voice
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Nov 12
A Marriage on Mission
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Integrating the senses
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Faith was never intended to stay inside the home.
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Evangelization
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Leadership
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Building Christian culture
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Hospitality as evangelization
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Develop a "Marriage Mission Statement."​
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Nov 9
The Fragrance of Holiness
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Smell — What fragrance does your marriage leave behind?
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Encounter with beauty at:
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St. Mary Major
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Holy Stairs
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Holy Cross
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St. John Lateran
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How children, friends and strangers can experience Christ through your marriage.
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peace
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hospitality
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generosity
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forgiveness
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joy
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holiness​​​​​​​​​​​​
Nov 13
Living the Joy of Marriage​
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All the senses in harmony
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The Seven Loves:
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Receive Love
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Listen in Love
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See with Love
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Speak Love
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Live Love
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Share Love
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Become Love
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Nov 10
Speak Life
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Taste — Words nourish love
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Public Papal Audience
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Encounter with beauty in ​​​
Historic Centre
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Encouragement
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The taste of truth
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Building a culture of truth
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Discussion: Resolving Conflicts and communicating with love with Professor Ashley Noronha​​
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Nov 14
Departure Day
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Arrivederci, Roma!
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Go Home and Build Christian Culture
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Become visible signs of Christ's love in the world!
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