Christian Marriage
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Christian Marriage, also called Matrimony, is the sacrament by which a man and a woman enter into a permanent union of love that serves as a living image of Jesus' own full, faithful, fruitful, and eternal love for his Bride, the Church.
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Scheduling Your Wedding
Please call the parish at 724-776-2888 as soon as you are engaged to reserve your wedding date. Couples who are planning a wedding at Divine Grace Parish will also want to read over our Wedding Guide:
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Marriage Prep Weekend
Engaged couples are invited to join us for an upcoming Marriage Prep Weekend. Couples will spend the weekend meeting other couples at our parish and learning more about their own relationship and the sacrament of marriage. The weekend begins on Friday evening with appetizers, introductions, and a talk on the sacramentality of Marriage. Saturday begins with breakfast followed by presentations on handling challenges in marriage, communication and conflict resolution, and communicating with the Lord. After lunch, the weekend continues with presentations on a Catholic view of sexuality, natural family planning, and practicing the faith in the family. The weekend concludes with Saturday evening Mass. There is no fee to attend, but registration is required.
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Butler Area Marriage Preparation
A marriage preparation program is also held twice a year in Butler. The next marriage preparation retreat will be held on two consecutive Saturdays, March 1 and March 8, 2025, at St. Michael the Archangel Church Hall. Couples must attend both Saturday sessions. The registration form is linked below and includes a $50/couple registration fee. For more information or to register, contact Cheryl Weiland at 724-991-2639 [email protected] or Deacon Mike Kaufman at 724-679-3470 [email protected]
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