Sacrament of Matrimony
The Sacrament of Matrimony is a Supernatural Covenant between God and a man and a woman. God's Covenant is a permanent, faithful, unbreakable Bond of Love with the couple until death. A civil marriage is only a contract between 2 people who ultimately decide to keep their promises or not. The Sacrament of Matrimony witnesses to the world that the couple desires, invites, welcomes and celebrates God’s Presence as the Source of their love and that God has sealed their union as husband and wife.
Have Questions?
Contact Fr.Peter
585-248-5993 ext 15
Rev. Peter Clifford
Pastor
OUT OF TOWN
Family and Friends can watch from home.
Getting Started
1. Register for the Sacrament
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4. Then contact Fr. Peter Pastor @ 248-5993 ext.15:
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To explore available wedding dates
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For information about online Matrimony
Inventory - "Fully Engaged"
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For scheduling 4 preparation sessions
5. Register for Matrimony Preparation Sessions
(1 hour each week with Fr. Peter)
Initial Meeting: Welcome new couple
Hand-out Matrimony information packets
Discuss "Fully Engaged" Inventory Ch. 1-4 results.
Second Meeting:
Discuss "Fully Engaged" Inventory, Ch. 5-8 results.
Third Meeting:
Discuss "Fully Engaged" Inventory, Ch. 9-11 results.
Fourth Meeting:
Discuss "Fully Engaged" Inventory, Ch. 12 & 13 results.
(Ch.14, if needed)
Complete Diocese of Rochester
"Prenuptial Investigation Form"
Sign Marriage Dispensation Form (only for mixed-faith couples).
After the 4 Matrimony Preparation sessions:
*Use your Matrimonial Checklist to keep up-to-date with all necessary requirements.
*Call Pastoral Associate Amy Voll @ 248-5993 x 13 to plan the Music & discuss accompanists.
*Your Wedding Coordinator will be contacting you to discuss and plan all the details of your Rehearsal and Ceremony.
General Information for the Sacrament of Matrimony
All adult Catholics (21+) must be registered in a Catholic Parish before beginning their Matrimony Preparation.
(If you want to register at SJR, register below)
Before entering into the Sacrament of Matrimony, Catholics are to have received their 3 (childhood) Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist.
IF NOT...READ BELOW.