Marriage

The sacrament of marriage mirrors the love of Christ for the Church and strengthens Christian husband and wife in their commitment to each other. By nature marriage is for the good of the couple and for the procreation and education of children. In both of these aspects, Christ's love for the Church enriches the gift of the spouses to each other.

Marriage is a covenant between a man and a woman, where love, fruitful, faithful, and for life, is both promised and received. The family is known as the 'domestic Church' because it is here that children will first experience the faith. In a community of love and prayer, they can thus grow in their own faith, and in love of God and neighbour.

Those wishing to be married in the Church are invited to contact the Parish Office (01483 760652) at least six months before the proposed wedding date. A short preparation course is led by married couples from within the parish.