It is important for this first step to inquire at the Catholic parish closest to where you or your fiance live. This may or may not be where you will be married but it is your first point of contact. Here at Holy Trinity you are required to contact the parish at least 6 months prior, although 8-12 months is strongly recommended. It may take time to acquire/complete the required paperwork and do the necessary steps to prepare for marriage in the Church.

1) Registering for our marriage preparation course. ( If our times do not work for you then you can check out other diocese approved options available to you. )

2) Completing the inventory that we use here at Holy Trinity, a link will be sent to you by the team once you have registered for one of our weekend courses.

3) Attending the entirety of the Marriage Preparation weekend course

The second meeting takes place once step 2 is completed and at least 2-3 months prior to the wedding date.

The couple should:

• Complete and submit all necessary forms and documents
• Obtain a Civil Marriage License *licences are only valid for 3 months, expired licences will require a replacement.)

Contact the office secretary/receptionist to ensure that all paperwork and details for the celebration are in place 3-4 weeks in advance.

Continue to prepare your hearts and minds for your marriage through frequent prayer and the participation in the sacraments. Catholics should enter into the Sacrament of Marriage in a state of grace achieved through the Sacrament of Reconciliation.