Matrimony
NLC ARTICLES
This article outlines the Church’s understanding of marriage as a sacrament and how it is celebrated liturgically.
This piece discusses the theological and pastoral considerations when Catholics enter into interchurch or interfaith marriages.
DIOCESAN RESOURCES
Adelaide
This webpage provides guidance on preparing for and celebrating marriage in the Catholic Church in Adelaide.
Sandhurst
These diocesan guidelines assist couples and parishes in selecting appropriate music for Catholic wedding liturgies.
Perth
This downloadable PDF contains guidelines for those involved in weddings, especially musicians, for the Archdiocese of Perth. It outlines the structure of the wedding liturgy, describes the places where music choices can be made and offers some suggestions for various parts of the liturgy.
OTHER RESOURCES
Journal Articles
Although ordained ministers were previously a canonical requirement for validity of a Catholic marriage, in the absence of priests or deacons, a delegated layperson can assist at the marriage and celebrate the Catholic marriage liturgy, and receive the consent of the couple in the name of the Church.
There are many new and prevalent ideas regarding marriage, relating to situations of cohabitation before marriage, people living in de facto relationships, annulment and the status of those living in second marriages, and the recognition of committed same-sex relationships. Is it possible to redefine marriage to include these circumstances, and even to leave the business of establishing a relationship and moving towards fidelity and marriage to lay people with the priest invited to bless the relationship at the end?
The 2015 order of celebrating matrimony is a revised version of the Rite of Marriage, and includes new texts for introductions, collects, and the reception of consent, additional readings, a new chapter on celebrating matrimony in the presence of a lay minister, and has incorporated blessing couples on their anniversary.
Bulletin Articles
An introduction to the theology and structure of the Rite of Marriage, focusing on its scriptural and liturgical roots.
A continuation exploring the nuptial blessing, exchange of vows, and pastoral dimensions of the marriage celebration.
Podcasts
Dr Dan McGrath invites us to harness the power of liturgical catechesis, the witness of married couples and the foundational role of families to better celebrate and understand the meaning of Christian marriage.
