Wedding Day

Mater Misericordiae Catholic Church

Nuptial Mass

The Legacy Ballroom Paradise Valley

Cocktail Hour

Dinner & Dancing

Fall

Our Wedding

We met each other during our sophomore year of college at Ave Maria University, where we quickly became friends. After a winter break full of texting, and about 5 hours of the BBC's Pride and Prejudice, we began dating and have been together ever since. Anthony proposed May 3rd, 2024, the night before our graduation, at the same beach where he took me on our first date. Since then, Anthony made the cross-country move to Arizona from Virginia. The road trip was much needed after a long time apart; 35 hours total on the road (Anthony drove 27). We are excited to share in this new stage of life with you all.God Bless,Clare &amp; Anthony

The 1 in 5 

Our Story

Photos

Lili Ethridge

Vince Audino

Theresa Johnson

Tom Audino 

Ella Hougham

Matt Cincotta

Caterina Morales

Ethan Wurm

Maria Lowicki

Aidan Fletcher

Hannah Moore

Vincent Prezzia

Wedding Party

Q + A

Travel

Things to Do

Registry

Dresscode

Semi-Formal attire is requested. The parish has a required dress code for men and women attending the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Please respect the required dress code of the parish: MEN: a button down shirt, shirt with a collar, and neat pants. WOMEN: modest neckline (no low-cut) and sleeves that at least cover the shoulders. Additionally, dresses and skirts should cover the knee when seated or standing. Veiling for women is encouraged but not required. We ask that all guests adhere to the guidelines out of respect for the Real Presence of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Thank you!

What is the Latin Mass?

The Traditional Latin Mass refers to the Catholic Liturgy offered according to the Missal of 1962, declared "Extraordinary Form" by Pope Benedict XVI. For centuries prior to 1970, this was the way the Mass was celebrated all around the world. The priest faces the altar with the people, offering a sacrifice to God, present in the Blessed Sacrament reserved in the tabernacle. Except for the homily, the Mass is sung, chanted, or spoken entirely in Latin. Communion is received on the tongue while kneeling and communicants do not say “Amen.” There will be booklets in the Church that detail the Order of the Mass as well as the English translation to be used by the congregation to follow along and pray. In the Extraordinary Form, the Rite of Marriage occurs first, then Mass begins

WHAT IS THE FSSP?

Mater Misericordiae Parish is an apostolate of the FSSP, or the Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter. The FSSP is a community of priests who do not take religious vows, but who work together for a common mission in the Catholic Church, under the authority of the Pope. They were canonically erected by Pope St. John Paul II in 1988. At the heart of the Fraternity`s charism is the celebration of the Traditional Latin Mass. For more information visit the Fraternity`s website https://www.fssp.org/en/ or Mater Misericordiae`s https://phoenixlatinmass.org

Arrival Time

Guests should arrive at the church no later than 3:15 pm. The Nuptial Mass will begin promptly at 3:30 pm.

COMMUNION GUIDELINES

As Catholics, we believe in the True Presence of Christ in the Eucharist. In order to receive Communion properly, you must be a practicing Catholic in the state of grace. Communion in the Latin Mass must be received on the tongue and kneeling at the communion rail, if you are physically able. For those who will not receive communion, please remain in your seat.

Wedding Mass Details

Clare & Anthony

Clare & Anthony

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