The sacrament of matrimony brings a man and a woman together in marriage. By receiving matrimony, a couple enters into a sacred covenant. By their marriage, the couple witnesses Christ’s spousal love for the Church.
Because of the seriousness of the commitment of marriage and its sacramental nature, couples enter into a period of preparation that begins at least six months before the ceremony. Preparations include setting a date, meeting with the priest, possibly working with a mentor couple through the Marriage Preparation process, attending an Engaged Encounter retreat, studying natural family planning, etc.
Contact Danielle Cooper at worksofmercy@stmichaelportland.org or fill out our contact form to get started on this wonderful journey.
What is Marriage Prep?
Read "Be Devoted" by Bob Schuchts
Prepare and Enrich Inventory, mentored by a married couple
Six Marriage Prep classes in the Spring
Pre-Marriage Videos
Communication
Conflict
Commitment
Connection
Extra Video:
Adventure