Getting married in the Catholic Church is a sacred step in your faith journey. Marriage is not just a legal contract, it is a lifelong covenant between you, your spouse, and God. At Holy Cross Church, we provide guidance, support, and formation to help couples enter marriage with confidence, faith, and understanding.

Why Marriage Preparation Matters

Marriage preparation is designed to help couples:

• Grow spiritually and strengthen their relationship with God 
• Understand the Sacrament of Matrimony and its lifelong commitment 
• Learn tools for healthy communication and conflict resolution 
• Fulfill both Church and civil requirements for marriage

Strong marriages are created and sustained by the partnership of husband, wife, and God. Careful preparation ensures couples are ready to enter this sacred covenant.

How to Begin Your Marriage Preparation

Couples are encouraged to contact our parish as soon as they decide to marry to:

• Schedule initial meetings
• Learn available marriage preparation programs
• Submit required forms and documents

Once submitted, a member of our parish staff will guide you through the process.

For full details, please download our parish Marriage Preparation Requirements PDF: