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050			_aT PSY _bB33 2026
100	1		_aBadiola, Mari Ysabel R.
245	1	0	_aA Descriptive qualitative study on the perceptions of marriage among single roman catholic church servers in Bacoor City, Cavite / _cMari Ysabel R. Badiola, Elly Rose A. Felix, Patrick Jay Elmo Ignacio, and Jericko G. Ocampo.
264			_aEAC Cavite : _bSchool of Arts and Sciences, _c2026.
300			_avi, 248 pages ; _c28 cm.
336			_2rdacontent _atext
337			_2rdamedia _aunmediated
338			_2rdacarrier _avolume
500			_aDescriptive qualitative research Semi-structured interview Qualitative research
504			_aIncludes bibliographical references
520			_aMarriage has long been upheld as a deeply valued institution in the Philippines, shaped by strong Catholic roots and enduring cultural expectations. Yet contemporary social, economic, and religious changes are influencing how Filipinos approach this commitment, affecting marriage rates at the national level in recent years. And while previous research often examines marriage perceptions in the general population, little attention has been given to single Roman Catholic church servers, occupying a unique position at the intersection of religious formation, community involvement, and personal discernment. This study addresses this gap by exploring how single Filipino Roman Catholic church servers perceive marriage and the factors that shape these perceptions, utilizing a descriptive qualitative approach and semi-structured interviews. These methods reveal how traditional faith-based ideals intersect with practical considerations. The participants regard marriage as a sacred vocation rooted in Catholic teachings, but they also acknowledge the need to reconcile their perceptions with modern realities, which requires careful attention to this tension. Their perceptions are shaped by socio-personal dynamics, including holistic preparation and the social and spiritual environments in which they participate. In addition to this, the participants emphasized that the diversity of vocational paths, as affirmed in Catholic doctrine, upholds the equal value of both singlehood and marriage. Consequently, they express contentment in their current marital status while remaining open to the possibility of marriage when genuine complementarity is present, leading to faith-guided decision-making. Hence, the study emphasizes that each vocation supports spiritual growth, service, and personal freedom.
700	1		_4author _aFelix, Elly Rose A.
700	1		_4author _aIgnacio, Patrick Jay Elmo
700	1		_4author _aOcampo, Jericko G.
942			_2lcc _cTH _kEAC Cavite-Thesis _n0
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