In a sacramental marriage, God’s love becomes present to the spouses in their total union and also flows through them to their family and community. The sacrament of Christian marriage involves their entire life as they journey together and become more able to give to and receive from each other. Their life becomes sacramental to the extent that the couple cooperates with God’s action in their life and sees themselves as living “in Christ” and Christ living and acting in their relationship, attitudes, and actions.
“A man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh. So they are no longer two but one flesh.”
Mark 10:7-8
Getting Married at our Parish
JUST ENGAGED?
Congratulations! Call the parish office and make an appointment as soon as you can after getting engaged. The Archdiocese requires a minimum eight-month preparation period before the wedding. The marriage prep process is designed not just for a beautiful wedding day, but to build the type of marriage that will last till death do us part.
Marriage Prep
Preparing for the sacrament of marriage is an exciting journey, and St. Stephen Catholic Church is here to support couples as they enter this sacred commitment. In accordance with the Archdiocese of Denver, engaged couples must complete a marriage preparation program, which includes meetings with a priest, attending marriage preparation classes, and completing a retreat. The process, typically lasting 6-9 months, helps couples grow in their relationship with each other and with God.
To begin, please complete the form below and a priest will contact you.
Requirements
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Eight-month preparation period before the wedding.
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FOCCUS Inventory
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Marriage Prep Program
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Natural Family Planning
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Final Meeting
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Reconciliation
To begin Marriage Prep, please complete this form and a priest will contact you.