Objective: In this remarkable course, students will reflect upon the life and witness of a holy married couple named Joachim and Anne, the parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary and grandparents of Jesus Christ. We commemorate their faithful marriage and fruitful parenthood.

Through their grace, students will ask for their intercession for the renewal of Christian Marriage and the strengthening of all Christian families.

Students can also explore more resources on Catholic Online (catholic.org), the World's Catholic Library. There are 10 lessons in this powerful course.

This course is ideal for families, classrooms, study/prayer groups, and individuals.

Your complete course includes an introduction to novenas which explains the history and importance of this cherished prayer tradition.

Each mobile-friendly video lesson contains a complete devotion, a study guide, and a short quiz to test your understanding.

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Course curriculum

  • 01

    Introduction to the Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • Introduction to the Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • Introduction to the Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - VIDEO

    • Introduction to the Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - QUIZ

  • 02

    Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 1

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 1 - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 1 - VIDEO

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 1 - QUIZ

  • 03

    Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 2

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 2 - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 2 - VIDEO

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 2 - QUIZ

  • 04

    Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 3

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 3 - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 3 - VIDEO

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 3 - QUIZ

  • 05

    Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 4

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 4 - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 4 - VIDEO

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 4 - QUIZ

  • 06

    Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 5

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 5 - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 5 - VIDEO

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 5 - QUIZ

  • 07

    Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 6

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 6 - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 6 - VIDEO

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 6 - QUIZ

  • 08

    Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 7

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 7 - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 7 - VIDEO

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 7 - QUIZ

  • 09

    Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 8

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 9 - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 8 - VIDEO

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 8 - QUIZ

  • 10

    Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 9

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 9 - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 9 - VIDEO

    • Novena to Joachim and Anne for Christian Married Couples - Day 9 - QUIZ

Reviews: See what others are saying

Laura Uruchima

5 star rating

“I loved the introduction. I had heard about St. Anne but don't think I heard of St. Joachim. This was a lovely introduction and very brief so it was perfect for me to share with my husband that isn't as devout as I wish he were. I trust that in Go...”

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“I loved the introduction. I had heard about St. Anne but don't think I heard of St. Joachim. This was a lovely introduction and very brief so it was perfect for me to share with my husband that isn't as devout as I wish he were. I trust that in God's timing he will come to be devout.”

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Michelle Ortiz-Monasterio

4 star rating

“Good video material. This really this covers the novena well. And I do like the repetition. It makes the take away points really stick. ”

“Good video material. This really this covers the novena well. And I do like the repetition. It makes the take away points really stick. ”

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Joshua De Jesus

5 star rating

“I came across this novena to Sts. Joachim and Anne at a time when I needed to be lead on a spiritual journey of Christian Marriage. I appreciate the help of Catholic Online School and the Holy Spirit for guiding me on this journey. Peace”

“I came across this novena to Sts. Joachim and Anne at a time when I needed to be lead on a spiritual journey of Christian Marriage. I appreciate the help of Catholic Online School and the Holy Spirit for guiding me on this journey. Peace”

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HC Hilburn

5 star rating

“A+ Great course, very prayerful.”

“A+ Great course, very prayerful.”

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Crystal Lynne dawn Day chief

5 star rating

“Loved it.”

“Loved it.”

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Instructor(s)

Instructor Bio:

Deacon Keith Fournier has been ordained as a Deacon for twenty six years. He and his wife have been married for 46 years. Together they raised five children and have seven grandchildren.

Deacon Fournier holds his Bachelors Degree (BA) in Theology and Philosophy from the Franciscan University of Steubenville. He holds his Juris Doctor in Law (JD) from the University of Pittsburgh Law School. He holds His Masters Degree in Sacred Theology (MTS) from the John Paul II Institute of the Lateran University. He holds His Masters in Philosophy (M.Phil.) in Moral Theology from the Catholic University of America. He is currently working toward completion of a Doctorate in Moral Theology by completing his dissertation.

Deacon Fournier is serving the Diocese of Tyler, Texas, under Bishop Joseph Strickland. He serves at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and works with the Bishop. He is the General Legal Counsel for the Diocese of Tyler. He is also the Director of Deacon Formation for the Diocese of Tyler. Finally, He is the Dean of Catholic identity for the Bishop Gorman Catholic School in the Diocese of Tyler.

Deacon Keith Fournier is the Dean and Chaplain of Catholic Online School.

Deacon Keith Fournier

Dean and Chaplin