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Marriage 

1 Corinthians 13:4–7
“Love is patient, love is kind… It bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.”

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We thank you for inviting God into your union. Marriage preparation is a sacred journey of faith, commitment, and love. We joyfully accompany you as you prepare for the Sacrament of Marriage.

▸ REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

  • FOCCUS / REFOCCUS Marriage Preparation

  • Natural Family Planning (NFP) Program (Diocese Approved)

  • Declaration of Freedom to Marry (Witness Form II)

  • Baptism Certificate with marginal notations (annotations)

  • First Communion Certificate

  • Confirmation Certificate

  • Form V – Final Marriage Preparation Form

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▸ MARRIAGE PREPARATION​​​​

Couples must complete a diocesan-approved marriage preparation program, including FOCCUS / REFOCCUS and parish formation.

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▸ NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING (NFP)​​​​

An approved diocesan NFP program is required. Instructions and registration details are provided by the parish office.

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▸ SACRAMENTAL RECORDS​​

All certificates must be current and valid.
Please notify the parish office if:

  • One party is not Catholic

  • Any sacrament is missing

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▸ FINAL STEPS​​

Once all requirements are completed:

  • Contact the parish office

  • Provide both names of the couple

  • Schedule a meeting with the priest

  • Confirm available wedding dates

📌 Wedding dates are not reserved until all requirements are completed and approved.​​

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▸ DEPOSIT

A $200 deposit is required after priest approval to reserve the wedding date.
This deposit is applied toward the total wedding fee.

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▸ FINAL NOTE​​​

Marriage in the Church is a sacred covenant between a man, a woman, and God.

We look forward to accompanying you on this journey of faith and love.

Contact Office Secretary

for more information. 

© By St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
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