Matrimony

What is Matrimony?

Matrimony is a Sacrament which unites and sanctifies the Christian man and woman in lawful marriage.

How can the bond of Christian marriage dissolved?

The bond of a Christian marriage can be broken only by the death of husband or wife.

What are the effects of the Sacrament of matrimony?

The effects of the Sacrament of matrimony are,

1) To sanctify the love of husband and wife;

2) It gives them the strength to bear up with each other's weaknesses;

3) To enable them to bring up their children in the fear and love of God.

How should those called to the Marriage State prepare themselves for this Sacrament?

Those called to the Married State should prepare themselves for this Sacrament by living a life of practical faith and holy purity, by consulting the parents, and by notifying their Pastor about a month before the marriage.

What is an ideal Catholic Wedding?

An ideal Catholic Wedding is one in which:

1) The contracting parties are both practical Catholics;

2) The Bonds of Marriage have been published on three successive Sundays; and

3) The contracting parties are married at a Nuptial Mass and receive Holy Communion.