A Guide to Catholic Weddings
Q & A for Couples.
Author: Sandra Dooley
Engagement is a joyful time in the life of a couple. As they begin
this exciting journey together and prepare to get married in the
Catholic Church, they will have many questions. This booklet will help
couples get started.
A Guide to Catholic Weddings: Q&A for Couples provides
the answers to common questions engaged couples have about the Catholic
Church and the wedding ceremony. It is the perfect resource to use
together and will help answer questions related to:
- Where and when a wedding can be scheduled
- Responsibilities for wedding preparations
- Church rules and requirements
- How to prepare the ceremony
- Scripture and Holy Communion
- Involvement of family, friends, and the wedding party
- Cultural customs and traditions
- Music, flowers, photography, and dress
Parish staffs will also find this resource helpful to becoming more
familiar with the legislation of the Church concerning Catholic
weddings. It provides the pastoral language necessary to respond to
couples when they approach staff members with specific questions and
needs. This resource is essential for creating a welcoming environment
where couples and pastoral staff members can dialogue freely and
compassionately.
Specifications: Saddlestitched / 5 1/2" x 8 1/2 " / 80 pages.
