Matrimony

What is the Sacrament of Matrimony?


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The celebration of this sacrament between two Catholics or one Catholic and his/her  future spouse usually takes place during Mass or Liturgy of the Word service. It is appropriate "that the spouses should seal their consent to give themselves to each other through the offering of their own lives by uniting it to the offering of Christ for his Church...." (Catechism of the Catholic Church 1621).

At Saint William, our Marriage and Family Life Office offers couples and individuals help in understanding God's plan for their marriage and their family. The office also provides support and skills needed to help couples live out this plan in their daily lives.

Sacramental Marriage Preparation is a journey that shouldn't be rushed. It should be a top priority for engaged couples. This  journey will help you acquire a deeper understanding of what God’s plan is for your marriage and what you will need to live out your new vocation according to that plan. 
 

A couple's wedding day is just the beginning. To have a healthy marriage, husbands and wives can benefit from the many programs and supports aimed at strengthening this sacred union.  Check out some of these resources and upcoming events listed in the lefthand column.

• It is a worldwide organization that helps to start a family and to grow the children as well as their parents in the Catholic faith.
• In our ministry we focus on praying as a domestic Church and as a family of God.
• We meet on Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays visiting each other around 7:00 PM or at a time that works better for all. 
• In addition, we have events during the year like a "posada" in Christmas, a family dance, a children's retreat, and a family field day.

If you believe that your family seeks to grow in faith and live better together, this is a group for you.

For more information please contact Leticia and David Leos at  (512) 436-2906

While a valid marriage can never be dissolved, there are sometimes grounds to declare a marriage invalid. To learn more, the U.S. Catholic bishops address common questions regarding annulment here.

If you would like to speak to someone about an annulment, please contact Deacon Richard Kotrola at 512-233-9388 (cell).

For more information regarding the sacrament of Matrimony, please contact the Marriage and Family Life Office at 512-600-8160 or email familylife@st-william.org