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Matrimonio en Espanol
Marriage in the Church is a
sacred event - a sign of God's active love within the Christian community. This
love is made visible in the Sacrament of Matrimony: a man and woman promising to
be faithful to each other through life as husband and wife. The expression of
this mutual love is a source of joy to the entire Christian community. We look
forward to celebrating your love on the day of your wedding.
How does one go
about getting married @ OLA Church?
Please contact us at
least six months before the wedding. It is the responsibility of the couple to
make sure that all paperwork be submitted in due time.
After the 3rd Foccus meeting, date and time for the wedding can be arranged. At the time of reservation please make a deposit for the facilities being used. Arrange music for the ceremony. No CD's, no tapes - only life music is allowed in our Church. Necessary Documents Baptismal Certificate - an updated certificate of baptism must be submitted for each baptized party. For Catholics the certificate must be dated within the past six months. First Communion and Confirmation Certificates - it is recommended that each Catholic submit the date and place where these sacraments were received. Witnesses need to testify on behalf of bride and groom. Someone who has known the bride and groom all their lives need to testify that they are free to marry. Father or mother, siblings and other family members are preferred. Witnesses do not have to be Catholic. Previous Marriage? If you were married before, you will also need a copy of the marriage license, as well as a declaration of the Annulment or a copy of your former spouse's death certificate. (The Priest/Deacon will inform you of the documents you will need.) A civil marriage license must be submitted the Parish Office 2 weeks prior to your wedding date, to the attention of your wedding coordinator. Sacrament of Reconciliation As part of the preparation for their marriage, we encourage Catholics to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation the Saturday previous to their wedding, according to the schedule for Confessions at their parish. Planning your Marriage Ceremony A Catholic Marriage is normally celebrated with a Nuptial Mass. "It is strongly recommended that those to be married approach the Sacrament of Penance and the Most Holy Eucharist so that they may fruitfully receive the Sacrament of Marriage" (Canon Law - 1065 #2). However, when one party is not Roman Catholic, it is often preferable to have the Marriage Rite celebrated as a part of the Liturgy of the Word. The Priest will discuss these options with you and encourage you to make choices which will personalize your ceremony. For your information, there are several different liturgical seasons during the Church year. Each of these is marked by a different color often used in the environmental artwork for that particular time of the year. Artwork used in the worship space may not be removed for the weddings, so it is important that you know ahead of time what the season is and what colors may be in use in the Church. Advent (December) Violet Christmas Season (until mid -January) White Easter Season (17 weeks after Easter) White Pentecost (last Sunday of Easter Season) Red Lent (6 weeks before Easter - no wedding) Purple Ordinary Time (all weeks not mentioned) Green In keeping with the penitential spirit of the season, marriages are not held during the six weeks of Lent. Times for Wedding Liturgies: weddings are usually held Saturdays, but other days are OK as well. Rehearsal The rehearsal will begin at the time scheduled. The wedding party is to arrive fifteen minutes prior to the scheduled time. The bride and groom are asked to urge all members of the wedding party to be as prompt for the rehearsal as for the wedding. This is necessary because of other scheduled activities at the Church. Please inform members of the wedding party that Church regulations do not allow smoking or gum chewing in the sanctuary area or any other area inside the Church. No rehearsal or marriage ceremony will be conducted when any member of the wedding party is under the influence of alcohol. Florist A beautiful sanctuary requires very Simple decorations and does not lead itself to elaborate decoration. In keeping with this conviction, the Church has carefully developed this policy to guide you and your florist in making plans for the wedding. Your full cooperation is expected regarding the following regulations 1. No Church furnishings are to be moved! 2. Neither fresh or artificial flower petals may be strewn in the aisles. Arches are not permitted due to liability reasons. 3. There will be no alteration of the physical appearance of the Church which would detract from the Altar or Tabernacle. 4. No tacks, pins, nails, glue or tape shall be used to fasten any decorations to the furniture of the building. Only large rubber bands, pipe stem cleaners or ribbon may be used to fasten bows. No candles are allowed on the pews. 5. Florist may set up one hour before wedding and is responsible to remove decorations after ceremony. A maximum of two standing floral arrangements may be placed in the sanctuary area at the designated places. Two floral arrangements on the Altar of the Tabernacle are also permitted. However, these are considered an offering to the Lord and therefore are not to be removed afterwards. Photographer The Church remains a place of worship before, during and after the wedding. Respectful conduct must be observed at all times. We allow, to a certain extent, the use of cameras, movie cameras and video taping, but, only in as much as they do not interfere in the liturgy or become a distraction to the people. Studio equipment, such as screens, special lighting, elaborate video and sound equipment are not permitted in any area of the Church building. A video camera is permitted, provided it does not distract from the prayer atmosphere of the celebration. The camera must be set or held in place without benefit of artificial lights. Photographers are not allowed in the sanctuary for any reason during the ceremony, nor should they roam around inside the Church, especially up and down the center aisle. Once the wedding procession has started, photographers are not permitted to stop the procession to take pictures. No flash photography is allowed during the ceremony. No standing on pews to take any pictures. The maximum amount of time allotted for taking pictures after the ceremony is twenty (20) minutes. However this time may be less depending on the length of the ceremony. Requesting only the Marriage Rite in order to have more time for pictures will not be permitted. In this case 20 minutes is the maximum. Your Photographer/Videographer must sign the "Photographer/Videographer Agreement" form. This form must be given to the Wedding Coordinator before the Rehearsal in order for your Photographer/Videographer to be allowed to take pictures in the Church on the day of your wedding. It is the responsibility of the bride, groom and their families to review these instructions with both the florist and the photographer in making plans for the wedding so that there will be no misunderstanding or deviation from these established rules and policies. The Wedding Coordinator will be available to answer any questions you may have. Please Note Please note: Rice, confetti and birdseed are not allowed to be thrown inside or outside of the Church. Bubbles are allowed outside ONLY!!! 6 Months Prior to Wedding Set meeting with Priest who will witness your marriage A. To prepare the documents and take tests. B. Schedule NFP classes (may also attend an Engaged Encounter Weekend). Schedule rehearsal/wedding dates and times and pay deposit. Contact Musicians. 2 Months Prior to Wedding Meet with Priest who will witness marriage. Turn in selection of texts, vows, etc. 2 Weeks prior to Wedding Bring Marriage License to Parish Office. Bring signed Photographer/Videographer Agreement to Parish Office/Attn. Wedding Coordinator. Rehearsal Night Make sure everyone is on time! Bring Unity Candle (if applicable). Bring Lasso, Coins, Bible, Rosary,.... |
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