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So you fell in love, now what?

Last Updated on Monday, 31 August 2009 11:54 Written by Sister Margie Lavonis, CSC | The Catholic Miscellany Thursday, 04 June 2009 23:29

Much has been written about the importance of discernment in religious and priestly vocations. People spend a lot of time praying and looking at whether God is calling them to be a priest, brother or sister. Some take years trying to decide if they have a call, and that discernment is a crucial factor. But a religious life isn't the only vocation that needs to be discerned.

Unfortunately, not enough is said about using the discernment process when deciding to marry or choosing a partner. Entering into the sacrament of marriage is not to be taken lightly.
Even so, it has been my experience over many years of working with people that too many couples are blinded by infatuation and let their feelings get in the way of making good decisions. Strong emotions have a way of clouding our ability to reason and we may leap into situations or relationships without serious thought.

Getting married? You have a few things to do before you say ‘I do’

Last Updated on Monday, 31 August 2009 11:55 Written by Amy Wise Taylor | The Catholic Micellany Thursday, 04 June 2009 23:25

Weddings are one-day events that involve countless details. In the Catholic Church, marriage is a vocation. In order to support this union, couples must understand that there is a difference between preparing for the day and preparing for a sacramental commitment between a man and a woman, with God at their center.

In order to receive the sacrament of matrimony, certain requirements must be met.

Ready? Set? Sacrament!

Last Updated on Monday, 31 August 2009 11:57 Written by Christina Lee Knauss | The Catholic Micellany Thursday, 04 June 2009 23:22

In order to prepare for the sacrament of matrimony, there are some basic things to remember — and many things to consider — before the big day. Wedding planners from around the diocese weigh in.

The most important thing all the experts say is start planning early. The Diocese of Charleston requires marriage preparation to begin at least six months before the wedding date. Many couples, however, start the process before that.
“I often have my first meeting with a couple a year before the ceremony,” said Rosie Plank, wedding coordinator at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church in North Myrtle Beach. “We give them an awful lot of information, and it often helps them to start planning as early as possible,” she said.

The marriage arch is choosing unity over individuality

Last Updated on Monday, 31 August 2009 11:56 Written by Mary Hood Hart | The Catholic Miscellany Thursday, 04 June 2009 23:18

When my oldest daughter, Katie, and her boyfriend, Tom, announced their engagement last April, our entire family celebrated. It wasn’t long, however, before I began to wake in the middle of the night thinking about planning a wedding. The words “mother of the bride” took on an ominous tone.

To relieve some anxiety, I asked friends who’ve planned weddings to give me advice. I searched the Internet for suggestions. I discovered that lots of people are eager to share their wedding suggestions. Indeed, when it comes to planning a wedding, we are never alone. From friends and neighbors to florists and caterers, everyone has an opinion.

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So you fell in love, now what?

Getting married? You have a few things to do before you say ‘I do’

Ready? Set? Sacrament!

The marriage arch is choosing unity over individuality

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