"The matrimonial covenant, by which a man and a woman establish between themselves a partnership of the whole of life, is by its nature ordered toward the good of the spouses and the procreation and education of offspring; this covenant between baptized persons has been raised by Christ the Lord to the dignity of a sacrament."(Catechism of the Catholic Church).
The Catholic Church requires that sufficient time and preparation be given in order for a couple to understand the importance of their vows. The dioceses of Louisiana have established a set policy regarding the preparation of couples for marriage. At Ascension of Our Lord Parish, we incorporate these guidelines into our preparation.
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