Sacrament of Marriage (Holy Matrimony)

 

A Sacred Covenant of Love

 

For Catholics, the Sacrament of Marriage—also called Holy Matrimony—is more than a legal agreement. It is a sacred covenant, a public sign that a man and woman give themselves totally to one another. This lifelong union also reflects the love of God. The loving bond between husband and wife mirrors God’s values and speaks to the importance of family in the life of the Church.

 

“The loving union of husband and wife speaks of family values and also God’s values.”

— Franciscan Media

(Used with permission)

Planning Your Marriage at Our Parish

 

Couples wishing to celebrate their wedding in the Catholic Church are asked to contact the Rectory at least six months before the desired wedding date.

 

Important Requirements:

• Baptismal Certificate

A recently issued Baptismal Certificate (dated within six months of your proposed wedding date) is required.

• If you were baptized in a foreign country, please make arrangements to obtain an updated certificate within this time frame.
• Baptized non-Catholic Christians must provide some form of official documentation verifying their Christian Baptism.
• Marriage Preparation

Participation in marriage preparation sessions is required to help couples grow spiritually and understand the responsibilities of the sacrament.

Contact Us

 

For questions or to begin your marriage preparation process, please reach out to the Parish Office at:

📞 718-728-1613

📧 info@immacastoria.net

 

We look forward to walking with you as you prepare for this sacred and lifelong commitment.

Additional Resources

 

To assist in your preparation, please review the following documents: