I am a born and raised Catholic, my Boyfriend is born and raised Presbyterian. When it comes to our wedding I want to get married in a Catholic church will that be possible? or Will I have a problem because he is not catholic?
2007-09-03 13:38:18 · 12 answers · asked by drumlinegirl03 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
The Catholic Church allows marriage between Catholics and non-Catholics.
Because the Church recognizes the tremendous challenge that the interfaith couple will face, you may have to get permission from the bishop.
For more information, see the Catechism of the Catholic Church, sections 1633-1637: http://www.usccb.org/catechism/text/pt2sect2chpt3art7.htm#1633
With love in Christ.
2007-09-03 16:28:23 · answer #1 · answered by imacatholic2 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Here is the bottom line, and this information is correct for two reasons -- I am about to get married myself in the Catholic Church and my sister-in-law married a non-Catholic, so I've heard tons of details about what is needed.
A Catholic and a non-Catholic are able to get married in the Catholic church, and the non-Catholic does NOT have to be baptized. The non-Catholic is NOT required to convert. You must meet all pre-marriage requirements -- pre-Cana class and the FOCCUS Inventory (if applicable), among other things -- and you both must agree to raise the children as Catholics. If your fiance is a practicing Presbyterian and would like his religion represented, talk to your priest about possibly having a pastor from his church act as a co-celebrant. Usually this is not a problem. You are also able to have a Mass; his family will just not receive Communion.
2007-09-03 14:33:00 · answer #2 · answered by Sarah 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As long as he is baptized you will be able to get married in a Catholic church. He will need to promise to raise the children Catholic and you will have to take some pre-marriage classes, which most religions require now anyway. A mass is not appropriate since he and his family are not Catholic but you can have a very nice ceremony anyway.
2007-09-03 14:05:00 · answer #3 · answered by Luv2Answer 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First the two of you need to sit down and talk, seriously discussing what role religion will play in your marriage, and most especially if you are planning on having children - how it would be with your family.
You can get married in a Catholic church, but he must agree to raise the children Catholic. Best to talk to your priest after the two of you hash things out as a couple first.
2007-09-04 01:48:33 · answer #4 · answered by Lydia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a Catholic, you are supposed to marry in the church, and yes, you can marry a non-Catholic after you go through Pre-Cana classes. You can opt for a service instead of a full Mass, if you think that would be best for you both. Also, if this helps the decision any, I believe in most Protestant churches you cannot take ANY pictures during the church service. NO PHOTOS during your actual wedding.
Hope I helped you out.
2007-09-03 14:56:31 · answer #5 · answered by DMBthatsme 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Catholic can marry a non-Catholic in a Catholic Church.
However, the Catholic person must vow to raise all children that are a product of the marriage as Catholics, not as the other religion.
2007-09-03 13:49:59 · answer #6 · answered by Answer Girl 2007 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are suppose to marry in the Church and yes, you can marry a non-Catholic in a Catholic Church. However you will have to go through pre-Cana classes and programs (hopefully your diocese has a good program so you won't be entering the marriage blindly and unsacramentally). Talk to your priest and arrange a date (you'll need at least a six months before the wedding).
2007-09-03 13:43:59 · answer #7 · answered by G M L 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
So you think marrying someone of a different faith is a good idea?
Which religion are you going to raise your kids in?
When it comes to giving money to your specific church...will this be a problem later on?
When there is trouble in the marriage, which religious leader are you going to go to as a couple?
How can you unite something that is not united now?
Just some thoughts.
Good luck!
2007-09-04 02:55:29 · answer #8 · answered by Mom of 2 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you most certainly can marry in the Catholic Church even though he is not Catholic.
2007-09-03 14:20:47 · answer #9 · answered by iloveweddings 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know many people who marry in the Catholic Church who are not both Catholic. Really, only one party needs to be. There will be pre-marriage classes that will need to be taken, but it will not require him to become Catholic. If you want to be married in the Church, then you should do it! Best of luck!
2016-05-20 22:16:03 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋