Congratulations on your engagement!

Your decision to enter into the relationship of married life is a serious one, and it serves as a wonderful sign of God's hope and strength.

This information is intended to help you prepare not only for the wedding day but for marriage, a lifetime experience of hope and joy, a faithful promise you have both chosen to offer and receive “in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health,” to love and honor each other all the days of your lives!

The Sacrament of Matrimony

CCC 1601 "The matrimonial covenant, by which a man and a woman establish between themselves a partnership of the whole of life, is by its nature ordered toward the good of the spouses and the procreation and education of offspring; this covenant between baptized persons has been raised by Christ the Lord to the dignity of a sacrament."

Sacred Scripture begins with the creation and union of man and woman (Gen 1:27) and ends with “the wedding feast of the Lamb” (Rev 19:7, 9).

Learn more about what our faith teaches about Matrimony

Marriage in God's Plan (CCC 1602 - 1620)

The Celebration of Marriage (CCC 1621 - 1624)

Matrimonial Consent (CCC 1625 - 1637)

The Effects of the Sacrament of Matrimony (CCC 1638 - 1642)

Steps to Receiving the Sacrament of Matrimony

Complete Marriage Request Form

Once you submit the marriage request form, our coordinator will contact you to set up an initial meeting.

Meet with Annunciation Wedding Coordinator

Together we will lay out the plans and customize your journey.

Complete Compatibility Study

This tool highlights your strengths as a couple and identifies areas for growth to strengthen your relationship.

Meet with a Marriage Counselor

You will meet with a Marriage Counselor to discuss your relationship, review compatibility study results, and explore ways to enhance your bond.

Meet with a Priest or Deacon

You'll meet with a priest or deacon to pray, review compatibility study results, delve into the Sacrament of Matrimony, and explore various aspects of married life together.

Complete a Marriage Preparation Program

All of the programs provide the necessary preparation to receive the Sacrament of Matrimony for both engaged couples and those seeking convalidation.

Complete Natural Family Planning Class (NFP)

Discover beautiful paths to planning your family together within God's design.

Plan Your Wedding Ceremony

Choose the music and Scripture readings for your wedding ceremony.

Celebrate Your Wedding Day

Rejoice in the love of a lifetime, today, tomorrow, and for the rest of your lives.

Invest in Growing Your Marriage

After your wedding, keep strengthening your marriage by joining a couples' group, staying connected with mentors, and engaging in parish activities.

Questions? Contact weddings@acchtx.org or 713-222-2289.