- UNDERSTANDING MARRIAGE IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
Marriage in the Roman Catholic Church, also called matrimony, is the “covenant by which a man and a woman establish between themselves a partnership of the whole of life and which is ordered by its nature to the good of the spouses and the procreation and education of offspring”, and which “has been raised by Christ the Lord to the dignity of a sacrament between the baptized”.
“For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother
and be joined to his wife
and the two will become one flesh”
(Genesis 2:24)
- INTENDING WEDDING
It is important to contact your parish priest at least six months before your intended wedding date. This allows time to arrange documentation and obtain any necessary permission to marry. Read “Marriage & Catholic” as it will help to explain few things about marriage to you
- MARRIAGE PREPARATION DAYS
As part of your preparation, you are invited to attend a day for engaged couples designed to encourage you, enrich your relationship and enhance your understanding of the Catholic Church’s teaching on marriage and family life.
The topics covered are:
- Theology of the Body
- God’s plan for marriage
- A complete Gift of Self
- Responsible Parenthood and Fertility Awareness
- Family of Origin
- The Christian Family
- Prayer
It is an enjoyable, relaxed day where you can meet other couples who are getting married and also have time to share with your fiancé(e) your expectations and hopes for your marriage.
Engaged couples are advised to chose a date they will attend their marriage preparation course in the diocese. there are dates available here.
NB: Please let Fr Jude know first before picking a date
Download the Pre-Nuptial Enquiry Form here