"When a husband and wife are united in marriage, they no longer seem like something earthly, but rather like the image of God Himself."
- St. John Chrysostom
About Marriage
The Council of Trent explains it this way: "The sacrament of Matrimony signifies the union of Christ and the Church. It gives spouses the grace to love each other with the love with which Christ loved his Church; the grace of the sacrament thus perfects the human love of the spouses, strengthens their indissoluble unity, and sanctifies them on the way to eternal life."
We’re engaged. What’s next?
Contact the parish office to inquire about available dates and to setup an initial meeting with one of our priests.
Set wedding and rehearsal date
Complete your marriage prep inventory and follow-up meeting
Select and complete six meeting with a mentor couple
Attend a Columbus Diocese Pre-Cana Retreat
Complete a Natural Family Planning Intro Course
Meet with the wedding coordinator to discuss details of the day and rehearsal
Meet with the Music Director to select music and readings
Plan your wedding and be excited for the future!
Pastoral Letter
Dear Friends,
Congratulations! We welcome your inquiry about marrying at Seton Parish. It is a privilege for us to assist you as you prepare to celebrate the Sacrament of Marriage in our parish.
The Catholic Church esteems marriage as very sacred—one of the seven sacraments of the real presence of Christ among us. Sacred Scriptures compares marriage to the covenant of God with us.
Saint Paul says the union of husband and wife is a sign of the union of Christ and the Church. In witnessing your marriage, our Church community wants to uphold and support you faithfully for the rest of your lives as you grow together in God who is Love.
We undertake this ministry with you now as you begin preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage and we look forward to serving you as we share our faith together.
Sincerely in Christ,
Fr. Leo Connolly, Pastor
Fr. Stephen Ondrey, Associate Pastor
Have Questions?
Are you interested in getting married at Seton? Please contact our parish office staff for additional information.
Alpha Pre-Marriage Course
Seton Parish offers a free self-study for couples newly engaged or discerning marriage.