Music is not necessary, but it does add to the celebration.
Can we have protestant hymns at our wedding?
Some hymns are used in both Catholic & non-Catholic Churches so it would depend on the parish policy
Can we make up our own vows?
No. In the Catholic Church marriage is a sacrament. Every sacrament has what is known as form and
Can we change any of the words in the vows that are found in the Rite of Marriage?
No. To do so would call into question the validity of the sacrament of marriage.
Can my priest give me my vows and my fiancée’s minister give her hers?
No. To emphasize the unity of marriage, it is not permitted to have two exchanges of consent and vows
Do we both have to give/receive wedding rings that day of the ceremony?
If circumstances so require, the blessing and exchange of rings can be omitted (Rite of Marriage #62) However, if
Why doesn’t the priest/deacon say?
“By the power invested in me by the State of New Jersey, I now pronounce you man and
Can we write our own petitions? Is there a form for doing that?
Yes, you may write your own petitions. Your priest or deacon can help you.In the general intercessions, or prayer
Can more than one person read the petitions?
Yes. If a Deacon is present, then the Deacon would read the petitions. If there is no Deacon present, then
How should we select the Bible readings?
Your priest or deacon can give you the scripture passages to choose from for the Liturgy of the