Marriage

Like all sacraments, the preparation for, and celebration of the sacrament of Marriage is grounded in the life and ministry of the parish. As primary ministers of the sacrament, the couple benefits from the experience and support of the community. At the same time, the couple’s love for each other gives the community a glimpse of Christ’s love for the Church, and thus is a blessing and support to the parish.

Couples wishing to get married at Pax Christi should be registered members of our parish for at least one year prior to the wedding date.  This encourages a couple to begin practicing their faith at Pax Christi before they are married.  The actual marriage preparation begins a minimum of six months before a couple's wedding date. 

Wedding ceremonies are held on Fridays at 5:00pm or 7:00pm
or Saturdays at 11:00am or 2:00pm.

Couples interested in learning more about Marriage preparation and celebration at Pax Christi should contact Kim Grams at the parish office, 952-405-7229.

The process includes:

· The prayers and support of the parish community.

· Meeting with the priest or deacon presiding at your wedding.

· A pre-marriage inventory (called PREPARE) with follow-up discussions with a parish facilitator couple.

· A retreat for engaged couples.

· Help with the planning of the wedding liturgy.


Pax Christi can also help parishioners planning to get married at another Church. Contact Kim Grams, 952-405-7229, for more information.




Marriage Encounter/Engaged Encounter Retreats

Discover the full potential of your marriage. Visit www.marriages.org for a listing of monthly retreats.