Catholic Diocese of Arlington
Encourage and teach with patience

marriage preparation

Engaged parishioners in the Diocese of Arlington must initiate marriage preparation with their parish priest at least 6 months prior to the intended wedding date - even if the wedding will take place in another diocese.  Please see Policies below for full details.  Engaged couples are required to attend a Pre-Cana conference.  Conferences fill quickly, so please register shortly after the first meeting with a priest or deacon.

"[Marriage] is a permanent contract that sanctifies in cooperation with Jesus Christ. He fills the souls of husband and wife and invites them to follow Him. He transforms their whole married life into an occasion for God's presence on earth."
-St. Jose Maria Escriva