Matrimony

"The matrimonial covenant, by which a man and a woman establish between themselves a partnership of the whole of life, is by its nature ordered toward the good of the spouses and the procreation and education of offspring; this covenant between baptized persons has been raised by Christ the Lord to the dignity of a sacrament."
(Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1601)

About Marriage in the Catholic Church

Marriage is a sacred covenant through which a man and a woman form an intimate partnership of life and love. The Catholic Church teaches that marriage is not merely a civil contract but a sacrament - a visible sign of God's grace that brings husband and wife closer to God and to each other.

A priest conducts a wedding ceremony at an ornate altar. A bride and groom sit in front facing the priest, with the bride wearing a white lace wedding gown with a veil and the groom in a dark suit. The altar features grand marble columns and a domed architectural structure in the background.
Two gold wedding rings placed on decorative paper with a background of frosted Christmas greenery.

Getting Married at Holy Family

Marriage Prep Documents

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Marriage Prep Welcome Letter

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Marriage Prep Checklist

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Annulments Checklist

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