Overview

God who is love and who created man and woman for love has called them to love. He called them to an intimate communion of life and of love in marriage. The marital union of man and woman is by its very nature ordered to the communion and good of the couple and to the generation and education of children. According to the original divine plan this conjugal union is indissoluble as Jesus Christ affirmed: "What therefore God has joined together, let no man put asunder." (Mark 10:9)

Church Teaching

Go HERE to read what the Church teaches about the Sacrament of Matrimony, as expressed in the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

When Celebrated

The Sacrament of Matrimony is most often celebrated on Saturday afternoon, Saturday evening, or Friday evening. However, any day or time may be accommodated based on the availability of the priest, the church schedule, and the availability of other needed facilities.

Prior to celebrating this sacrament, six or more months of sacramental preparation is necessary.

Sacramental Preparation

Visit the Marriage Preparation page for information about sacramental preparation for Matrimony.