Holy Family Catholic Church

Nuptial Mass - Wedding Ceremony

The Estate at Canyon Creek

Wedding Reception

Winter

Our Wedding

We first met in November 2020 at a Fort Worth Young Adult Catholic event - we began as acquaintances, then friends. We initially bonded over similar encounters with Christ that prompted our conversion/reversion to the Catholic faith and a shared taste in electronic music. We took a group trip to Zion National Park at the end of April 2021 with some of our friends and had a blast - bonding over nature, laughing so hard that Katlyn almost fell down a cliff hiking down Angel's landing, talking about the Faith, and slowly giving glimpses into the other's heart. The last day we visited the Hoover Dam while waiting for our evening flight after all our friends had gone home and we opened up our hearts to each other in a deeper way, sharing our stories to another trusted soul. Little did we know, this would be the spot we would return 3 years later to begin our honeymoon. After returning home from the trip, we started to spend a lot more time together, at board game nights, group friend dinners, rock climbing together, and visiting a HiFi (high fidelity audio) store. After leaving the HiFi store, Ben slipped his feelings and predicted that was the day we would tell our grandchildren about - the day we grandma and I decided to get HiFi and our lives were changed. Within a couple weeks, Ben was buying an engagement ring. The ~~slow~~ work of God transformed our infatuation and admiration into true, mature, lasting love day by day, month by month, year by year. Over the last three years together, we've uncovered the many layers of our souls, healing old wounds and embracing the future with open hearts. Whether it's the silliness that ensues during our laughter-filled moments, the quiet moments of our daily routines, the heart wrenching moments when we cry into the other's shoulder, or our shared love for various hobbies, our connection and openness to the other has deepened. We find joy in the simple pleasure of preparing meals together, being silly, hosting friends and family for dinner, jamming out to music, reading together, being "poor sweetie pies", learning new things, talking about our hopes and dreams and recent rabbit holes and obsessions, and heading outdoors to hike, take rosary walks, backpack, ski, mountain bike, and embrace the beauty of the natural world. Our love extends beyond the boundaries of our own relationship, as we're both actively involved in our parish community, sharing our faith with those around us. Many of those close to us know that our journey has been characterized by waiting. We waited longer than expected to get married. We've chosen to wait until marriage before sharing a bed and a home, a decision that has only enhanced our love and respect for one another. We even waited longer than expected for us to close on our future home together. Not only has all of this waiting helped us to grow in the beautiful virtue of patience, but it has been a period of growth, deepening our connection, and preparing for the lifelong sacramental commitment of marriage. Our love is a testament to faith, shared laughter, transformation, deep trust, and the adventures that have filled our lives. We look forward to sharing this new chapter with our family and friends. We appreciate your prayers as we continue to prepare for this sacrament and beyond as we begin our lives as one flesh and start our family together. Thank you for being a part of our lives, and we eagerly await celebrating our love with you on our special day.

Our Story

Photos

Miguel Kane

Madilyn Gosch

Javier Kane

Jessica Gosch

Etienne de Torcy

Nicole Gillum

Richard Solis

Daniella Solis

Shaun Fattig

Sophie Khadivi

Erik Albano

Jennifer Morrison

Christopher Leito

Rachel Conti

Wedding Party

The general breakdown of the Catholic nuptial (wedding) mass is as follows:&nbsp; Prelude Music: Before the ceremony begins, there is often music played as guests arrive and prepare for the wedding.Procession: The wedding party, including the priest, altar servers, and possibly the bride and groom, process into the church. The bride typically enters last, often accompanied by her father or another significant figure. Opening Rites:Sign of the Cross: The priest and congregation make the sign of the cross.Greeting: The priest welcomes everyone and offers a brief opening greeting or prayer. Liturgy of the Word:Readings from Scripture: Typically, there are readings from the Old Testament, the New Testament (often including a reading from one of the Gospels), and a responsorial psalm.Homily: The priest delivers a sermon, reflecting on the readings and offering guidance for the couple and the congregation. Rite of Marriage:Consent: The bride and groom exchange vows, promising to love and honor each other.Exchange of Rings: The bride and groom exchange rings as a symbol of their commitment.Nuptial Blessing: The priest offers a blessing over the couple, asking for God's grace upon their marriage. Liturgy of the Eucharist:Presentation of Gifts: The couple, along with members of the congregation, bring forward bread and wine to be consecrated.Eucharistic Prayer: The priest consecrates the bread and wine, transforming them into the body and blood of Christ.Communion: The congregation receives the Eucharist, if they are Catholic and properly disposed. Concluding Rites:Final Blessing: The priest offers a final blessing over the couple and the congregation.Dismissal: The congregation is sent forth with a closing prayer or hymn.Recessional: The wedding party exits the church, often accompanied by music, as the congregation follows.

Q + A

Here are a list of hotels that you can look into for accommodations if you are coming from out of town. We will not be organizing any room blocks, so feel free to shop around with what is convenient for you. The ones listed are sponsored by The Knot, so they are specialized rates.

In Fort Worth (White Settlement)Make yourself at home in one of the 80 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary, while 42-inch flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as pho

Candlewood Suites Fort Worth / West an IHG Hotel

Near Marion Sansom ParkMake yourself at home in one of the 69 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have private balconies. Wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary, and flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms have bidets and hair dryers.With a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Worth, an IHG Hotel in F

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Worth an IHG Hotel

Near Burger's LakeMake yourself at home in one of the 71 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, as well as phone

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Worth Lake Worth

Near The Orchard Event Venue & RetreatMake yourself at home in one of the 39 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones with free local calls, and housekeeping is provided daily.A stay at M

Motel 6 Azle TX

Near Texas Civil War MuseumMake yourself at home in one of the 49 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, as well as 

Best Western Fort Worth Inn & Suites

Near Texas Civil War MuseumMake yourself at home in one of the 86 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. Wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary, and LCD televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.Located in Fort Worth, Staybridge Suites Forth Worth West, an IHG Hotel is wi

Staybridge Suites Forth Worth West an IHG Hotel

Near Burger's LakeMake yourself at home in one of the 96 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, while iPod docking stations help you enjoy your music in the comfort of your room. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, as we

Katlyn & Benoit

Katlyn & Benoit

Wedding Party