Guantanamo Gazette Vol. 44 -- No. 203 --U.S. Navy's only shore-based daily newspaper -- Monday, October 31, 1988 FSC plans marriage preparation workshop By JOSN JOEL PARKS this program meets that requirement," them. This program helps them prepare for is married. This workshop is designed to Joslyn explained, adding, "With the alarm- the marriage and the rest of their lives. prepare the couples for those problems in If you are thinking about getting ing divorce rate in the United States, the "It is more important to prepare for the advance and teach them how to deal with married, or were recently married, the Church instituted this standard to insure long-term commitment of marriage than them." Family Service Center (FSC) has a work- that couples know the commitment they are to prepare for the wedding ceremony," He added, "Mostof the couples I see for . shop designed for you and it starts Wednes- making." he explained. marriage counseling haven't attended a day, Nov. 2, at 7:45 a.m. He continued, "Many couples spend Thomas Meservey, FSC counselor, preparation workshop of any kind." "This workshop is very important weeks preparing for the wedding and give added, "Problems in the marriage don't Lt. Janet Fisher, Officer in Charge of training for newlyweds and anyone con- almost no thought to the lifetime ahead of start to surface until well after the couple the Naval Legal Service Office, said, "We sidering marriage," Susan Byrd, FSC see too many couples seeking legal separa- Deputy Director, explained, adding, "We tion here. Many couples would rather not only offer this workshop three times each 'Many couples spend weeks preparing for the wedding deal with their problems and see separation year, soitis importantthatcouples take the as an easy way out." opportunity as it is available." and give almost no thought to the lifetime ahead of them. She added, "Separations take a lot of According to Byrd, the two-day This program helps them prepare for the marriage and time and effort for everyone involved and workshop helps couples understand the a lot of work on the part of our office. It commitments involved in marriage, as the rest of their lives' would be better if the couples were well as giving them skills and knowledge prepared for marriage and spent a little needed for a successful marriage. time learning how to deal with these prob- Topics will include communication, lems." discussion panels featuring couples who Byrd agreed, saying, "In a marriage have been married for different lengths of there will be fights, but the workshop will time, finance, sexuality, spirituality and help couples learn to deal with them fairly legal rights. and will prepare them for the disagree- "The different topics are taught by ments." professionals in that field and organiza- She added, "We would rather see them tion of the seminars will range from lec- take two days away from work to prepare tures to discussion groups," she said. for the marriage and the responsibilities The workshop is especially important that go with it than to have them spend for Catholic couples according to Chap- weeks settling a legal separation." lain James Joslyn. For more information, or to sign up for "The Church requires pre-rnarital the workshop, call the Family Service counseling as a condition for marriage and Center at 4141 during working hours. Contribute to CFC USO: America's spirit in action "A ' CAPTAIN'S HOTLINE Editor'sNote: The USO is one of many writing program in which military children organizations that benefit from the Com- address their letters to Santa Claus, c/o 4800 bined FederalCampaign, which isin prog- Keflavik USO at the "North Pole." ress now. One example of the USO's direct Following the bombing of the USO in (Navy Resale ACTION LINE, 4355) contribution to the base was the Nicolette Barcelona, Spain, where Petty Officer W1 Larson show Friday night. Ronald C. Strong was fatally injured, USO Naples staff moved quickly to provide fleet When calling the Captain's Hotline, list was being prepared. This resulted Through a special program sponsored center service for the crewmen of USS please leave your name and phone in the service being disconnected. by USO fleetcenters in the Mediterranean, Thorn and USS Berry. Phone calls home number. Anonymous calls will only be Anyone making a payment after the American sailors and Marines visit a home on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day answered in the case offraud, waste second day of the month may have in Toulon, France, for abandoned and were provided through AT&T. and abuse. Ilotline calls will be their phone disconnected and be abused young boys. Acting as "big broth- At the conclusion of the Fasching fes- published in the newspaper or an- charged $8 for reconnection. Bills are ers," the men take the boys on a tour of the tivities celebrating Rose Monday, 19-year- swered by phone to the caller. delivered between the 15th and 20th ship and each is assigned a buddy for the old Andrew Bodden, stationed in Fulda, of the month, with payment due prior day. One match is particularly special. West Germany, was run over by a 2-ton Query: I am wondering why the AC to the second day of the following Danny Brannenstow joins 10-year-old float. When Andrew's parents arrived in filters in New Caravella have not been month, even if it falls on a weekend Ludwig and they become instant friends. Fulda to be with him, the USO was there to cleaned yet. I have called three times or holiday. There is no three-day When it is time to part, the new friends find assist. They helped the Boddens keep in already. grace period. it hard to say goodbye. touch with family members in Texas on Reply: Normally, cleaning of AC This program, an example of interna- Andrew's progress. When the Boddens left filters is occupant responsibility. Query: This is my fourth complaint tional friendship, is one of many USO Fulda, the USO staff visited Andrew and However, because the filter is located about the trash trucks using my yard programs that promote good relations be- made periodic phone calls to them with directly above the stairwell in the new to turn around in. This time they tween U.S. military, civilian and host updates on Andrew's miraculous recovery. two-bedroom units, and this poses a knocked my cable down. Last time communities. The USO made being there under those safety hazard for occupants, the filters they knocked my motorcycle down. I The Frankfurt (West Germany) Special circumstances a lot easier and the calls are being cleaned by Public Works would like to talk to someone other .Olympicsgives handicapped children a home made a world of difference, accord- until a contract can be awarded. I than a contract representative. chance to fulfill their dreams. The Frank- ing to the family. regret the delay and the filters should Reply: The area the dumpster is furt USO, in coordination with AT&T, Every day around the globe, military be cleaned shortly. located in is very tight and difficult makes it possible for 750 exceptional chil- men and women are doing a tough job - for the drivers to unload without dren to compete in games and receive often living on the edge of danger - to Query: Our AC has not worked for getting on the grass. We have cau- awards. defend the interests of America. As long as two weeks. I called three times tioned the drivers and we will be USO Keflavik coordinates a letter- their mission continues, USO will be there. already. Can someone tell me when installing safety posts to protect the our AC will be fixed? lawns. Reply: There was difficulty in reaching the caller to make an Query: I would like to know why I appointment. An appointment has now can't get a package marked COD. been made and hopefully, the problem They tell me I can't have packages has been resolved. marked that way due to some regula- tion. Query: I paid my phone bill Monday. Reply: An agreement between the I paid the entire bill, $207 and some Department of Defense and the U.S. change, and today they turned off my Postal Service prohibits the delivery The USAnds the USO. phone. I would like to know why. of COD mail to any military post Reply: The caller's bill was paid office. Likewise, COD mail can't be And the USO needs you. during the time frame the disconnect sent from military post offices. I CCC barge arrives with POVs, household goods BAY NEWS In cooperation with the Material Baumgarte,D.E. Lucas,E.F. Candy X-rays GBOWC logo contest Division of the Supply Department, Bautista,F.P. Mawe,D.P. The Naval Hospital will X-ray candy tonight The Guantanamo Bay Officer's Wives Club is the Guantanamo Gazette regularly Beckert, K.M. Mullins, G.L. between 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. This service is being looking for a logo to be used on official stationery. publishes the names of people who Beier, M.A. Nye, J.A. provided for all families interested in this precau- Any individual may submit a design. It must be pen can expect to receive household Brakebill,W.E. Patrick, B. tion. and ink (black marker is allowed) and on a piece of goods and vehicles on incoming Brock, C.G. Purification, A.M. white paper measuring 5 3/4 x 4 3/4 inches.