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Inspiration, entertainment, food, music, and dancing are all parts of Saturday evening, October 17.

Inspiration 
Beginning with a special Mass at 5 PM, the evening will include a blessing of all married couples and a presentation by R. James and Suzanne Nicholson. James Nicholson served as the Ambassador to the Holy See from 2001 through 2004. The Nicholsons will share insights from their own marriage that you will want to hear.

Food, Music, and Entertainment
Dinner with Mariachi music will follow the Nicholsons’ talk. After dinner see a special comedy presentation of ‘Til Death Do Us Part written by Maripat Donovan, co-author of the original international hit comedy Late Nite Catechism. See the newest production as “Sister” offers up her hilarious lessons on the Sacrament of Marriage. Part of your grade will be based on classroom participation, so bring your sense of humor and be ready to spend some quality time with Sister! After ‘Til Death Do Us Part, dancing will complete a great evening of inspiration and entertainment. All this, and free parking, for $70.00 a couple. Please call 312.534.8351 to register.    

Don't let it end here
For those who want to extend this special Date Night, the Chicago O’Hare Intercontinental Hotel, just blocks from the Convention Center at 5300 North River Road, is offering a special Festival of Faith rate of just $84.00 a night, for both Friday and Saturday nights. You must mention Festival of Faith when you register to get this rate. Call 888.424.6835 or register at  www.ichotelsgroup.com/intercontinental.


    

Evening Schedule Minimize
5:00 PM  Mass
6:15 PM Welcome to engaged and married couples
Inspirational Presentation by Nicholson’s (30 – 35 mins.) Hispanics will adjourn to hear Bishop Garcia-Siller
6:50 PM
Blessing of married couples
7:00 PM  Move to large ballroom
7:15 PM Buffet “Chicago Stations” Dinner (Greek, Italian, Mexican, American BBQ, Asian) Yes, there are some meatless dishes for vegetarians.
    Mariachi during dinner.
    Raffle tickets for prizes.
8:20 PM Comedy skit, "Til Death Do Us Part"
9:15 PM Raffle drawing
9:30 PM  Dessert Table and dancing until 11 PM