The Catechetical Directory (Paragraph 133) makes clear that normally “during a Eucharistic celebration in the Catholic Church” the
Does the responsorial psalm need to be sung?
The psalms, primarily written by King David were originally prayers in the form of songs. In the spirit
Why can’t we have secular music at our wedding?
Liturgies, by their very nature are to teach us something about our faith. St. Augustine once said “he
My vocalist is not Catholic, but she has a beautiful voice.
If she can’t learn the music to the Mass parts before the Wedding Mass, can they just be
Is there a part of the liturgy where the father gives the bride away?
I’ve seen it in my friend’s protestant church. No. Centuries ago, marriages were political, social, and economic unions
Do we have to give the priest/ deacon something as a thank you after the wedding?
Though it is not required to give your priest/deacon anything as a thank you for helping to prepare
Do we give anything to the altar servers who assist at our wedding ceremony?
Yes, the servers are giving of their free time so be generous. Some churches include this in their fees,
Can I have a maid and matron of honor (or two best men)?
You can have anyone past the age of reason for your witnesses. It may be two women or
Can we have children involved in our wedding ceremony (ring bearers, flower girls)?
It is not advisable to have very young children involved in the ceremony since they may become a
I heard that the priest is supposed to lead the procession at a wedding. Is that true?
Yes. In the Rite of Marriage, the ministers go first followed by the priest and then the bride