"And now, we must help each other to get to Heaven." - Sts. Louis and Zelie Martin

St. Anthony’s Catholic Parish

Ceremony

Evening Reception

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Latin Mass Wedding FAQ's

About the Ceremony Q: What is the Traditional Latin Mass (TLM)?A: It's the ancient, formal Catholic liturgy celebrated for centuries, primarily in Latin, focusing on reverence and tradition, also called the Extraordinary Form. Q: Will everything be in Latin?A: Mostly, but the readings (Epistle/Gospel) and the homily (sermon) will be in English. The Rite of Marriage happens at the beginning, separate from the Mass. Q: Why does the priest face the altar?A: He faces ad orientem (toward the East/God) with the congregation, symbolizing shared focus towards the Lord, unlike the modern Mass where he faces the people. Q: I've never been to a Latin Mass. How do I follow?A: We'll provide missalettes/programs with translations. You can also follow the cues from those around you, or simply pray in silence. Q: Should I stand, sit, or kneel?A: You'll see others do so, and can follow along as you're comfortable. Don't worry about being a second off! Q: Can non-Catholics receive Communion?A: No, only practicing Catholics in a state of grace can receive the Eucharist. Non-Catholics can stay in the pew during communion. Those receiving Our Blessed Lord may do so by kneeling on the communion rail and using their tongue to receive. No communion on the hand is allowed. Q: What's the dress code?A: Sunday Best or formal attire. Modest dress is key: for women, knee-length dresses/skirts; no cleavage or midriff. For men, collared shirts and slacks. Some women may wear veils, but it's not mandatory. Q: Is there anything else to know?A: Maintain silence in the church, even before Mass. Please, we ask for there to be no applause during the ceremony—save your cheers for the reception!

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Join us in prayer for the success of our wedding and for our future family!

Oh most Sacred Heart of Jesus, we consecrate ourselves to You. Protect us through Your Most Precious Blood and keep us pure and holy. Remove all stain of sinfulness from our souls. Help us to be a prayerful and loving family. Heal all the quarrels and our unconverted hearts and lead us to Your Sacred Heart with love. Unite us as a family and may every beat of our hearts overflow with love for You.O Holy Blood of Jesus, envelope our minds with pure thoughts. We bind our bloodlines to Yours, of past, present, and future generations. Protect our hearts and souls at every minute and all through our lives against the attacks of the enemy.Grant us by Your grace to love each other truly and chastely, even as You have loved Your spotless Bride, the Church, and have given Yourself up for her. Bestow upon us that mutual love and Christian forbearance and a patience in accepting each other's humanity and imperfections.We consecrate our marriage and family to You, Our Saviour, together with Mary Immaculate and holy Joseph her spouse, trusting in their intercession. We beseech Thee, that one day, together with them, our paradise will begin and our souls will exult with joy. Amen.

Jane & Luke

Jane & Luke

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