Marriage

We are so happy you are considering getting married at St. Joseph Parish. Please read the information below to learn the steps to take and complete the Wedding Inquiry form.

Step 1: Contact Us
Please contact us at least nine months before your ceremony date so you will have sufficient time for your marriage preparation and other planning.

Step 2: Initial Meetings

Once you complete the Wedding Inquiry Form, the Marriage Preparation Coordinator will contact you to schedule a meeting to share more information and to answer any questions you might have. You will then schedule a meeting with the priest or deacon who will talk to you about your intentions and understanding of marriage, explain the Church’s view of marriage, and answer questions about preparing for your wedding and marriage.

Step 3: Marriage Preparation

Marriage preparation is an important part of your wedding plans. It is a time to reflect on what is important to you, to learn about your strengths and weaknesses as a couple, and to prepare you for the joys and challenges of day-to-day life after the honeymoon. You will benefit from learning about the experiences of a Catholic married couple who will accompany you in faith on your journey to the Sacrament of Marriage. 

Our marriage preparation program is one-on-one where you meet four to six times with a married “mentor” couple. In addition to these meetings, you will attend a group presentation with other engaged couples to learn about and discuss topics specifically related to Catholic marriage, including the theology of the sacrament and Natural Family Planning.

Step 4: Planning the ceremony

You will work with the priest/deacon and the Director of Liturgy and Music to plan your ceremony. They will talk to you about selecting readings, prayers, and music. They will give you information to help you decide about flowers, photography, and seating in the church.

Step 5: Fees and Documents

The offering for the use of the church for your wedding day is $800. This fee includes the service of a wedding coordinator who will assist you and your wedding party on the day of the ceremony. Fees for the organist, cantor, and others who provide services will be discussed as you plan your ceremony.

Step 6: Rehearsal and Wedding Day

Weddings at the church are held on Saturdays at 1 pm. Wedding Rehearsals are scheduled for the Friday before at 5 pm.

Thank you for your inquiry. We look forward to working with you to plan your wedding at St. Joseph Parish.