Definite arrangements should be made with a priest at least six months in advance of desired wedding date.
The Diocesan Marriage Policy requires that the prospective bride and groom must meet with a member of the clergy at his/her own church parish at least six (6) months before the desired wedding day. They cannot schedule a wedding day without consulting first with the appropriate clergy. The couple is also required to fulfill and complete the Diocesan Marriage Preparation Program that includes:
1. Scheduled meetings with designated clergy
2. Take the FOCCUS Assessment Tool
3. Meet with the FOCCUS Couple Counselors
4. Attend the Diocesan Marriage Preparation Day
Note: Six months prior to the wedding, you will need to contact the churches in which you and your future spouse were baptized and ask for a new computer generated copy of your baptismal certificate. (This is standard operating procedure and your churches will know exactly what you are asking for!)
For more information, please call the rectory office at 985-876-6904.
What is FOCCUS? FOCCUS Inc. USA, an apostolate of the Archdiocese of Omaha, was founded on the principal that communication and problem solving are the keys to a successful marriage. FOCCUS Inc. USA provides resources and support for organizations and individuals who guide couples through marriage formation and who offer ongoing marriage enrichment and support. The program is comprised of the FOCCUS Pre-Marriage Inventory, the REFOCCUS Marriage Enrichment Inventory, and resources applicable to all stages of a couple's journey.
What does it stand for? Facilitating Open Couple Communication, Understanding & Study
How can you help? This ministry is for married couples who are willing to serve those engaged to be married. Members of this ministry are first trained to become facilitators, then work directly with the priests to ensure that the engaged couple enters the sacrament of matrimony with honesty and open communication. Married couples who are interested in meeting and helping others through the engagement process are asked to share their knowledge and experience of the sacrament. Meetings take place in the home, so that all feel welcome and free to discuss marriage at a time that is convenient for everyone involved. This ministry is a necessary aspect of the journey towards the Sacrament of Matrimony. Contact the church office at 985-876-6904 for more information.
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