The Importance and Dignity of the Sacrament of Matrimony
The matrimonial covenant, by which a man and a woman establish a lifelong partnership between themselves, derives its force and strength from creation, but for the Christian faithful, it is also raised up to a higher dignity, since its numbered among the Sacraments of the new covenant.
The Roman Ritual for The Order of Celebrating Matrimony
Marriage Preparation at St. Peter
The Church of St. Peter hosts a Marriage Preparation Program for all couples interested in the Sacrament of Matrimony. The program includes:
meeting with the clergy
working with a mentor couple
attending preparation programs at the Church of St. Peter and the Archdiocese
The Church of St. Peter recommends a preparation time of 9 months to one year prior to your desired date.
Requesting Marriage at St. Peter
To learn more, and/or request a marriage date, please complete the Marriage Request Form below. Parish staff will review your submission. Please watch for an email response from [email protected].