Matrimony
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The Sacrament of Marriage (Matrimony)
A sacrament is a visible sign of an invisible reality that gives grace. In marriage, the visible sign is the love that a husband and wife have for each other. The invisible reality to which they point is the love that Jesus has for his bride, the Church. In the Sacrament of Marriage, God gives grace, that is to say, supernatural power, to make His own love, mercy, generosity, kindness, and compassion tangible.
Congratulations on your engagement to all those who are seeking the Sacrament of Matrimony. Preparation takes some time, which is necessary to ensure that the couple is ready for the challenges that life can sometimes bring to a married couple.Below you will find a document called “7 steps to a rewarding Marriage Preparation Experience”. This is the program that the diocese prescribes for all couples who are preparing to receive the sacrament.
7 Steps to a Rewarding Marriage Preparation Experience
You must begin the process by contacting the parish at least six months prior to your wedding or earlier is preferred especially if you are seeking a specific date. No dates are official until the first meeting paperwork is completed showing that there are no issues that need to be addressed before a wedding can take place.
Contact us first before securing your reception location. We do have other events that take place at the parish. The church may not be available on your first choice day or the day that you have booked previously for your reception.
Our parish wedding guidelines can help answer many of the questions that you may have. Please contact us if you have any additional questions.