Sponsor Couples are those who have been married for at least 5 years and are interested in assisting with Marriage Prep for Engaged Couples. Sponsor Couples are not professional counselors or psychologists, they are married couples who are willing to share their time and their lived experience with engaged couples. Sponsors attend a 4-5 hours of Diocesan training.  All materials and resources are provided.  Usually, couples meet 4-5 times for about 1 ½-2 hours at a time.   The number of couples worked with is dependent upon time and availability. If interested in this very important ministry please call for more information. Contact the OLIH office to learn more.  515-964-3038