St. Michael Catholic Church
Matrimony
God gives us a great gift when we meet someone with whom we want to share our lives. When a man and a woman decide to spend their lives together, they are gifts to each other. They agree to live together, united in heart and mind, body and spirit. By celebrating the Sacrament of Matrimony. The relationship at the center of a marriage brings great love and joy. God intends marriage for love and happiness of husband and wife and for their joy in the birth of any children they may have.
The Sacrament of Matrimony is a celebration of this love giving and life giving relationship. It creates and maintain a bond between a man and a woman as well as the couple and God. The faithful love that a couple shares is a reflection of God's love for all of us.
Sacramental Preparation is required for couples who are engaged to be married. Call the Parish Office for more information 261-3472
MATRIMONY:
Marriage preparation: Effective in 2004 all couples who
wish to be married in a Catholic ceremony, must meet
with their parish priest at least eight months
prior to the wedding date.