A man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh.  Eph 11:25

Marriage - Frequently Asked Questions

“A wedding is a day ~ a marriage is a lifetime.”

 

Why does the church teach that marriage is a sacrament?
 

Do Catholics ever validly enter into non-sacramental marriages?

What is the difference between a valid and an invalid Catholic marriage?

If a Catholic wants to marry a non-Catholic, how can they assure that the marriage is recognized by the Church?

Why does a Catholic wedding have to take place in a church?

If a Catholic wishes to marry in a place outside the Catholic Church, how can he or she be sure that the marriage is recognized by the Catholic Church as valid?

If two Catholics or a Catholic and non-Catholic are married invalidly in the eyes of the church, what should they do about it?

When a Catholic marries a non-Catholic, must the non-Catholic promise to raise the children in the Catholic faith?

Is it required that a wedding celebration have expensive flowers, clothes and other accompaniments?

How much does it cost to get married in the Catholic Church?

What is a Nuptial Mass and when can a couple have one?

What should a couple do when they decide that they want to marry in the Catholic Church?

Why does the church require engaged couples to participate in a marriage preparation program?

What kinds of marriage preparation programs does the church offer?

What key issues are covered in marriage preparation?

Is there a cost for marriage preparation programs?
Most programs charge a modest fee to cover the cost of materials. Programs that require an overnight stay will include an additional cost for rooms and meals. Assistance is frequently available for couples who would otherwise be unable to participate.

 

 

For those preparing for marriage

For those experiencing difficulty in marriage, divorce, annulment, or remarriage

For those wishing to grow in married love
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