Marriage

"For it is Christ who, by virtue of the fact that marriage of baptized persons has been raised to a sacrament, confers upon Christian married couples a special mission as apostles, sending them as workers into His vineyard, and, in a very special way, into this field of the family."

What have you done for your marriage today? Resources for living happily today including a monthly marriage poll, daily marriage tips and finding information in your area.	View
Saying I Do: What Happens at a Catholic Wedding New video from "For Your Marriage" website	View
Frequently Asked Questions about Marriage From the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) website, For Your Marriage	View
Consultation on the Practice of Marriage Preparation In February 2006 five experts met with the Bishops' Committee on Marriage and Family Life to discuss the current practice of marriage preparation in the Catholic Church. The consultation was organized around 5 dimensions of marriage preparation that are present in virtually all programs. These dimensions can be considered foundational to the current practice of this ministry and are the basis for future development and change within the ministry.	View

April 2014 Issue

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Marriage and the Good of Society A Pastoral statement regarding Referendum 74 Washington State Catholic Conference	View
El Matrimonio y el Bien de la Sociedad Un Informe Pastoral concerniente al Referéndum 74 La Conferencia Católica del Estado de Washington	Vista
Marriage and the Common Good Statement by Washington’s bishops on defending marriage	View
El Matrimonio y el Bien Común Una declaración sobre la legislación para redefinir el matrimonio	Vista
For Your Marriage Inititiative of the USCCB	View
Por tu Matrimonio Conferencia de Obispos Católicos de los Estados Unidos	View
Marriage Unique for a Reason Explore the reasons why marriage is unique. Includes a helpful FAQ in English and Spanish.	View
Promotion and Defense of Marriage Highlighting marriage and religious freedom	View

Form 29.1 - Canonical Prenuptual Investigation (Party)	English
Form 29.1 - Canonical Prenuptual Investigation (Party)	Spanish
Form 29.2 - Canonical Prenuptual Investigation (Witness)	English
Form 29.2 - Canonical Prenuptual Investigation (Witness)	Spanish
Wedding Envelope	Download