MATRIMONY
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HOLY MATRIMONY
The Sacrament of Marriage is a covenant, which refers to the relationship between the husband and wife - a permanent union of persons capable of knowing and loving each other and God. The celebration of marriage is also a liturgical act, appropriately held in a public liturgy at church. Catholics are urged to celebrate their marriage within the Eucharistic Liturgy.
To be married at Holy Trinity Parish, couples must be registered, actively practicing and living out the Catholic Faith. Please contact the parish office a minimum of six months in advance of a proposed wedding date—or sooner when possible. The parish will commit to a wedding date and time only after an initial meeting with a parish priest. Weddings are done on Saturdays at 1:00pm. Please do not make any commitments to particular dates and times prior to meeting with a priest.
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Annulments
An annulment of a marriage is a decision by a church court, confirmed by an appellate court, that a putative marriage was not valid from the start because something was lacking: full knowledge and consent by both parties, freedom from force or grave fear, or some other factor needed for a valid marriage.
The Tribunal assists divorced people who petition for an investigation of their prior marriage(s). Either the marriage will be upheld as valid and binding, or it will be determined that no sacramental marriage bond existed due to certain conditions which render the marriage null. Regardless of the final decision, the tribunal investigation process is an opportunity for participants to experience healing and reconciliation with God and the faith community.
Learn more about the annulment process and how to seek an annulment by visiting the ARCHSPM Tribunal page.
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"Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh."
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