We receive many inquiries about “how to get married in Church.”  Perhaps some of these points will be helpful to you or someone you know:

You can choose to be married in the parish church of the groom or the parish church of the bride.

To “set the date” is easy--just have you and your fiancé(e) make an appointment to see the priest or deacon.  After a brief interview, we usually can set the date.

Be careful of setting a date at the reception hall before seeing the priest or deacon at the parish. We wouldn’t want St. Elizabeth’s not to be free for your wedding.

Beware of catering halls that say “we can get a Catholic priest for you.”  Arrange your marriage through the parish--like your baptism, communion and confirmation!

Catholics usually get married at a nuptial mass; receiving the Body and Blood of the Lord is a deep sign of the unity of husband and wife. When a Catholic marries another Christian, it takes place at a wedding service.

You get to choose the music and readings and prayers for your wedding.  It helps to make it more personal for you.

We have a wonderful Pre-Cana ministry here at St. E’s.  These couples will help you prepare for the sacrament of marriage.  We have sessions in the fall and the spring. We are always ready to answer your questions. 

For more information, check our website (www.stelizabeth.org)
or email center@stelizabeth.org!

For more information, please contact:
The Parish Center
271-4455

Email: center@stelizabeth.org