Sacrament of Marriage
Everyone who listens to these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wise man who built his house on rock. The rain fell, the floods came, and the winds blew and buffeted the house. But it did not collapse; it had been set solidly on rock.
– Matthew 7:24-25
– Matthew 7:24-25
Dear Couple,
Congratulations on your decision to invite God into your lifelong relationship. We will be happy to assist you on the way of preparation for this important step in your lives. Please, research the diocesan website for information about marriage preparation. If possible, talk to other couples among your friends or in your workplace who have gone through the marriage preparation.
You will begin your journey by arranging for the preliminary conversation with Father. Please, approach Fr. Pawel after one of the Sunday Masses to introduce yourselves and set up a time to talk.
Marriage preparation is a wonderful time of discovering each other's hopes, experiences and goals. It is a time of learning from more experienced and trained people. It is also a time to prepare your wedding without haste. You will quickly realize why we would not want to waive it.
A common mistake that we observe is the assumption that you need to come to us with a wedding date and restaurant arrangements already set. We strongly recommend to first journey through the marriage preparation program and leave the dates up for a later time. This will give you the freedom of any pressure to rush into marriage.
We pray for both of you and for your happy future together. We know that God is the ultimate protector of your love in the storms of life. Join us on the path of discovering His presence in your love.
Congratulations on your decision to invite God into your lifelong relationship. We will be happy to assist you on the way of preparation for this important step in your lives. Please, research the diocesan website for information about marriage preparation. If possible, talk to other couples among your friends or in your workplace who have gone through the marriage preparation.
You will begin your journey by arranging for the preliminary conversation with Father. Please, approach Fr. Pawel after one of the Sunday Masses to introduce yourselves and set up a time to talk.
Marriage preparation is a wonderful time of discovering each other's hopes, experiences and goals. It is a time of learning from more experienced and trained people. It is also a time to prepare your wedding without haste. You will quickly realize why we would not want to waive it.
A common mistake that we observe is the assumption that you need to come to us with a wedding date and restaurant arrangements already set. We strongly recommend to first journey through the marriage preparation program and leave the dates up for a later time. This will give you the freedom of any pressure to rush into marriage.
We pray for both of you and for your happy future together. We know that God is the ultimate protector of your love in the storms of life. Join us on the path of discovering His presence in your love.
The Marriage Prep Process
At least nine months advance notice of the desire date of the wedding is mandated by the Bishop of Phoenix.
Components of the program of preparation for the Sacrament of Marriage include, but may not be limited to:
Components of the program of preparation for the Sacrament of Marriage include, but may not be limited to:
- FOCCUS Pre-Marital Inventory
- Complete course in Natural Family Planning
- Either "Evenings for the Engaged" or "Engaged Encounter Weekend"
- God's Plan for a Joy-Filled Marriage
Documents Needed
Recently-issued Certificate of Baptism with notations (within 6 months of wedding date)
Prenuptial Inquiry (Completed with Pastor)
Affidavit of Free Status ("freedom to marry") for both Bride and Groom
Arizona Marriage License at rehearsal (traditional or covenant)
Prenuptial Inquiry (Completed with Pastor)
Affidavit of Free Status ("freedom to marry") for both Bride and Groom
Arizona Marriage License at rehearsal (traditional or covenant)
| Affidavit of Free Status |
your ceremony at St. Luke
Wedding Attire
The Wedding entourage, including the bride, should remember that St. Luke is house of God, a Holy Place where we worship and will celebrate your sacrament of love.
This is not the event to showcase the fashion trends but to be modest in your choices for your celebration. No spaghetti straps, short dresses, plunging necklines, bare backs or transparent dresses.
Photographer
The Wedding entourage, including the bride, should remember that St. Luke is house of God, a Holy Place where we worship and will celebrate your sacrament of love.
This is not the event to showcase the fashion trends but to be modest in your choices for your celebration. No spaghetti straps, short dresses, plunging necklines, bare backs or transparent dresses.
Photographer
- During the celebration of Marriage, stationary video equipment may be set up at the rear of the church and off to the side of the sanctuary. No photography or video technician is permitted in the sanctuary, nor are roving cameras permitted during the celebration of Marriage.
- 45 minutes are permitted following the wedding celebration for photography. After the 45 minutes are up everyone should begin leaving the church, as we have other events planned in the calendar and or cleaning that needs to take place.
