We, the people of God of St. Joseph Parish, in union with the Universal Church, believe in and proclaim the presence of Jesus Christ in our world. Our mission is to be a welcoming, worshipping community of faith, hope and love; to encourage and foster spiritual growth and strengthen the concept of parish family. To serve the needs of our parishioners through outreach ministries and service to others while recognizing the diversity of those we serve
Marriage

 

Guidelines

for a Catholic Wedding



1. An interview with the pastor is required at least six months prior to the wedding. The purpose of this interview is to make arrangements for a date of the wedding, to review the documentation necessary for a Catholic wedding to take place, and to set a date for the Marriage Instructions. No wedding date should be set by the couple until after a meeting with the Pastor

 2. Catholic Wedding: A definition. By a Catholic Wedding is meant a nuptial ceremony that takes place between two baptized, practicing Catholics following the rites of the Roman Catholic Church. A marriage between a Catholic and a non- Catholic is know as a Mixed Marriage and is allowed under special circumstances which can be reviewed with the Pastor.

3. Marriage Preparations: A Life Spent Centered In Christ. It is expected that a Catholic couple preparing for Matrimony will spend time in prayer and spiritual reading together, as well as attending Holy Mass and receiving the Sacraments on a regular basis.

4. Documents needed in advance of the wedding: Partners in a Catholic Wedding are required to present to the Pastor, at least 2 months prior to the wedding, all documentation which the Pastor asks for. This is a strict requirement

  

Fees and stipends. The following fees and/ or stipends will be charged for all weddings performed at St. Joseph Parish

Non-refundable deposit due at the time of church reservation    ……….$150.00
(Amount will be applied to the total use fee)

 Use of church building ............. $550.00

These fees and stipends are in additional to any and all other expenses which may be incurred as a result of this ceremony.

All fees are due and payable  2 weeks before the rehearsal. Stipends may be given after the ceremony.

 

May God bless you as you prepare for your wedding. Once again: Frequent reception of Holy Communion and attendance at Holy Mass are important spiritual aids in preparation for such a great event. Make your preparation for Matrimony Christ-centered, and you can be sure of His blessings throughout your married life.