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CREDO MCI-WEST MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT RETREAT
OCTOBER 20-22 (FRI-SUN) SPRINGHILL SUITES MARRIOTT SAN DIEGO, CA
� Come and enjoy an unforgettable Marriage Retreat! � Learn time-tested tools for growth in communication.
� Build and increase resiliency in your relationship. Childcare is not provided.
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v It is DoD policy to treat all married military couples equally. v Marriage Enrichment Retreats are open to all married military couples. v CREDO seeks to strengthen relationship skills in an environment free from everyday distractions. v Participants, Chaplains, and support personnel may have religious views that differ from your own religious views. v Retreats are conducted in a manner that is sensitive to diverse personal, religious and spiritual beliefs of attendees. v The Chaplain leading this retreat believes marriage is between a man and woman. v If you have any questions regarding the retreat, please refer to the CREDO information below:
DISCLAIMER
Points of Contact Office: 760-725-4954
Email: [email protected] CC: [email protected]
Website: www.mccscp.com/credo Facebook: CREDO MCI-West
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1. Go to: http://www.mccscp.com/credo 2. Look at the right-hand side of the page for “Downloads” 3. Open the MCI-W CREDO Application V-1 and fill out the required information 4. Locate the “Type of Retreat” section and mark “Marriage Enrichment Retreat” 5. Route the application to the appropriate members of your chain of command for approval 6. Scan and email to [email protected] & CC [email protected] 7. Applications are selected on a first come, first serve basis
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
DEADLINE: Tues, October
10, 2017
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• Q. Are there restrictions on who can attend a CREDO Marriage Enrichment Retreat? • A. Yes -- at least one of the participants must be on Active Duty or a Reservist (activated status); couples must be legally married.
• Q. How will I know I’ve been selected for a retreat? • A. Participants will receive a confirmation email.
• Q. If I’m not selected for a retreat, can I get on a waiting list? • A. Yes, applicants can be placed on a wait-list status and receive an email update.
• Q. Is it mandatory to file Defense Travel System (DTS) orders?
• A. No. DTS orders are not required.
• Q. Will it cost me anything to attend a retreat?
• A. All CREDO retreats are fully funded and provided at no cost to participants.
• Q. What does “fully funded” mean?
• A. Retreats include lodging, meals, parking, internet and materials.
• Q. What about incidentals and room service? • A. Participants are responsible for their own incidentals (room service, VOD, spa fees or any other additional fees).
• Q. How long is a Retreat? • A. Most CREDO retreat models are based on a 3-day / 2-night concept.
• Q. What time is check-in on Day One and what time is the retreat over on Day Three? • A. CREDO encourages ALL participants to check-in by 3:00 PM!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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• Q. Why should I check-in by 3:00 PM? • A. Your retreat experience will be significantly enhanced.
• Q. What if I can’t check-in by 3:00 PM? Can I still come? • A. Yes. Please contact CREDO staff to coordinate your arrival time. However, please be advised, Friday sessions begin at
5:30 PM.
• Q. What time will the retreat conclude?
• A. 1300 on Sunday.
• Q. What will happen if I need to leave early? • A. Early departures for emergencies must be coordinated with CREDO staff.
• Q. Will I receive a retreat schedule? • A. Participants receive schedules Friday evening.
• Q. What is the dress code? • A. Appropriate Civilian attire – Casual.
• Q. Will I receive my own room? • A. Yes. Each couple will receive their own room
• Q. Will the retreat site provide a menu to meet specific dietary needs?
• A. Yes.
• Q. Will there be breaks and free-time?
• A. Yes
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS C o n t i n u e d
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• Q. What type of training will be offered at the retreat? • A. CREDO offers elements of MBTI, DISC, PAIRS, PREP, Five Love Languages and other Marriage Enrichment concepts.
• Q. There are TWO VERSIONS of applications: Version 1 and Version 2. What’s the difference?
• A. Chaplains leading a Version 1 retreat view marriage in a traditional sense (between a man and woman). Chaplains leading Version 2 retreats view marriage as between opposite-sex couples or same sex couples.
• Q. How will I know which retreat I am signing up for? Can I confirm retreat versions during the registration process? • A. Yes, CREDO MCI-West publishes the retreat version on advertisements (including this e-flyer package).
• Q. What if a same-sex couple wants to attend a Version 1 retreat?
• A. Yes, with full-disclosure the facilitating chaplain views marriage between a man and woman.
• Q. If a same-sex couple attends a Version 1 retreat, will the entire retreat change?
• A. No. The presence or absence of a same-sex couple does not determines which retreat version is being conducted.
• Q. Is there a difference in the curriculum, resources and tools taught in Version 1 / Version 2 retreats?
• A. Currently, there is virtually no difference in the curriculum, resources and tools taught in both retreat versions.
• Q. What happens if a Version 2 retreat facilitator is unavailable for a Version 2 retreat? • A. CREDO MCI-West will work to ensure a facilitator is made available. Application deadlines are a critical factor in determining rosters, which in turn, impact facilitation issues.
• Q. Can couples withdraw their applications for Version 1 and Version 2 issues/dynamics?
• A. Yes.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS C o n t i n u e d