Sacrament of Matrimony

"The matrimonial covenant, by which a man and a woman establish between themselves a partnership of the whole of life, is by its nature ordered toward the good of the spouses and the procreation and education of offspring; this covenant between baptized persons has been raised by Christ the Lord to the dignity of a sacrament." CCC 1601

Steps for preparation:

1. Contact Wedding Coordinator more the 6 months before preferred date of wedding: weddings@stfrancisbend.org
2. Meet with Priest after communicating with Wedding Coordinator.  Call the parish office to schedule appointment.
3. May begin to plan date of wedding. PLEASE do not set date of wedding before meeting with Wedding Coordinator and Priest. 
4. Complete the following: (the order of these will vary depending on each individual situation)
   1. Complete all required forms for St. Francis,  Diocese of Baker, home diocese and home parish. (Wedding Coordinator will assist with these.)
   2. Obtain a Baptismal Certificate for Bride and Groom that is issued within the last 6 months. 
   3. Second meeting with Priest. 
   4. Attend a Marriage Preparation Retreat.
   5. participate in FOCCUS 
      
5. Final meeting with the Priest 2-3 weeks before the Wedding. 

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Marriage Preparation Retreat dates