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THE SACRAMENT OF

MATRIMONY

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 baptised persons has been raised by Christ the Lord to the dignity of a sacrament.

(Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1601)

LOCATION DETAILS

There are two beautiful churches within our parish, which are available to you to celebrate your special day.

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Generally weddings are celebrated on Saturdays,

or Fridays (only during school holidays).

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Locations 

  • St Gregory’s, Molonglo St, Queanbeyan (110 people max)

  • St Raphael’s, Lowe St, Queanbeyan (450 people max)​

PREPARATION

Your celebrant will speak to you about options for your marriage preparation. 

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SACRAMENTAL OFFERING
  • ​St Raphael’s, Lowe Street is $850, or $550 for regular givers.

  • St Gregory’s, Molonglo Street is $1000, or $650 for regular givers.​

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Please pay the fee through our online portal by following the link below, and selecting the 'Wedding Balance' dropdown. 

PHOTOGRAPHY
There is no objection to the ceremony being photographed or video recorded as long as it is discreet.

No spotlights are to be used and there is no camera access to the sanctuary.

The celebrant would appreciate you asking your photographer to make contact with him when they arrive at the church for the ceremony.
BOOKING & PAPERWORK

For bookings, please contact the parish office by phone or email.

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Certificates required for each partner:

  1. Copy of Birth Certificates - full Certificates with registration number

  2. Any Deed-Poll for Change of Name (if applicable)

  3. Naturalisation Certificate (if applicable)

  4. Baptismal Certificates with confirmation date, and not older than 6 months prior to the Marriage date (not only Catholic but all other Christian Religions as well)

  5. Photo identification: current drivers licence or passport.

 

All couples are required to give at least six months Notice of Intended Marriage and attend a Pre-Marriage Preparation Course.​

MUSIC

There are some options for music at your wedding:​

  1. You can request our parish choir.

  2. You can download your music to an iPhone and play it through a cordless speaker.

  3. External musicians are more than welcome.​

Please speak with the celebrant to confirm your music choice.

FLOWERS
You may purchase and arrange your own flowers.
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Alternatively, you can use the existing flowers in the church.
 
Some vases are available for your use. If there is more than one wedding on the day, we will notify you so that you might come to a suitable arrangement with the other couple. 
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There is to be no rice or confetti.
BOOKLET
Most couples prepare a marriage booklet or Order of Service. Your celebrant will help you.
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