Matrimony

Congratulations on your engagement!  We are honored that you desire to enter into the Sacrament of Marriage at St. Mary's.  Couples are asked to contact the parish office at least 9 months before the date of your wedding.  Below is a brief summary of your next steps:

• Contact the parish office to check the availability for the date of your wedding.
• After reserving your date, couples will meet with one of our priests to begin preparing you for the Sacrament of Marriage.  This includes:
  • Initial meeting with priest and Marraige Preparation Coordinator.
  • Completion of the FOCCUS inventory.
  • Attend a Pre-Marriage Seminar Weekend.
  • Complete a full introductory course in Natural Family Planning (NFP).
  • Meet with our Marriage Preparation Coordinator to plan the ceremony.
  • Submit all necessary documentation and certificates to parish offices.
• Please note that our standard wedding times are:
  • Fridays (mid-August to end of May)
    • 4:00 pm or later
  • Fridays (June to mid-August)
    • Anytime
  • Saturdays (all year)
    • 1:00 pm or earlier

Mary Vandal - Parish Administrative Assistant
701-223-5562
office@stmarysbismarck.org

Lateasha Gietzen - Marriage Preparation Coordinator
701-223-5562
lateasha@stmarysbismarck.org