Matrimony

Holy Matrimony is the wonderful sacrament that reaches into the heart of human love and lifts it into the heart of God. In this sacrament, a couple pledge their lives to each other and invite God's gift of children, that their family may be forever graced by God, who is Love itself.

If you would like to get married at any of our churches, your first step is to speak to the parish priest and arrange an appointment. Please be aware that at least six months will be needed to complete all the necessary preparations, not least because we will be working to satisfy both the Church's Canon Law and the civil Law of the Land.

Wedding Planners may offer you guidance on preparation for the ceremony - but please check with your parish as their information may not always be fully accurate or complete.

We also meet several couples who have been married in a civil ceremony and now seek a "blessing" (or more precisely "Convalidation") in church. Please be aware that once again, the full six months' preparation time will be required to cover some additional preparatory steps, but we will be more than happy to discuss the process with you.

If you would like to find out more about Marriage in the Catholic Church, click through to Marriage - Roman Catholic Diocese of Salford or "Marriage Care".

Its worthy to note that the Bishop traditionally invites all engaged couples to the Engaged Couples Service which takes place in February at the Cathedral with the Bishop and families.

**The organisation "Marriage Care" also exists to support those who may be experiencing difficulties in their relationships, offering counselling and advice