The Sacrament of 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.
Since marriage establishes the couple in a public state of life in the Church, it is fitting that its celebration be public, in the framework of a liturgical celebration, before the priest (or a witness authorized by the Church), the witnesses, and the assembly of the faithful." From the Catechism of the Catholic Church 1601, 1663.
A couple intending to Marry should please call the Parish Office at least four months prior to the wedding date. They are not to set dates until the priest performing the ceremony has been consulted and the church of marriage is available. Please contact the Parish Office at (478) 743-1454.