Diocesan regulations require all couples planning marriage to contact the priest or deacon at least nine months prior to the desired date of the marriage. Preparation for marriage at St. Mary's requires several meetings with the priest or deacon, several sessions with a mentor couple from the parish, attendance at a diocesan seminar entitled "God's Plan for a Joy-filled Marriage" and any additional preparation that the priest may deem necessary. As an alternative to the diocesan seminar and sessions with a mentor couple, the engaged couple may choose to attend a weekend-long "Engaged Encounter" Retreat. Please speak to the priest about your preference.
Weddings at Saint Mary’s are usually celebrated on Saturdays, but may also be scheduled at other times at the discretion of the pastor. No Saturday weddings can be scheduled later than 2:00pm. Please contact the pastor to discuss the availability of potential wedding dates BEFORE booking your reception site. Parishioners of St. Mary's are given preference when scheduling weddings. Non-parishioners may only marry at St. Mary's under special circumstances and must discuss their circumstances with the pastor before being allowed to schedule their wedding. Non-parishioners may not schedule a wedding more than 1 year in advance.
At your first meeting with the priest or deacon, you will be given a booklet which outlines all of our wedding guidelines. Please be sure to consult this booklet before planning your wedding liturgy.