Marriage

When God loves, He loves us fully. In marriage, we make a vow to our spouse to love one another as God loves us. It is a commitment to stand by one another through good times and bad, through sickness and health. Whether you are preparing for marriage, or have been married for 60 years, our parish staff is praying for you and your spouse so that you find strength and peace in your union.

Marriage, the Sacrament of Matrimony, is a covenant of persons in love. And love can be deepened and preserved only by Love, that Love which is 'poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit which has been given to us' (Rom 5:5). // Saint Pope John Paul II

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marriage enrichment

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Are you engaged?

Congratulations! We are excited to be walking with you on your journey towards your wedding day and further onto a beautiful, life-long marriage!

To begin marriage preparation, please contact the parish office of the church you wish to be married at.

INCARNATION CAMPUS // 937-433-1188
ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI CAMPUS // 937-433-1013

What does marriage preparation look like at Our Lady of Light?

To guide you through marriage preparation with Our Lady of Light, please refer to this general overview:

Contact the parish office of the church you wish to be married at at least six months before your wedding.
Meet with a member of our clergy.
Connect with a mentor couple to walk alongside you during the Fully Engaged program.
Attend a Genesis Retreat with your fiancé.

Marriage is a lifelong commitment.

Whether you have been married for 6 months or 60 years, it is important to enrich your marriage and find support in the journey. Below are several resources to encourage you and your spouse in your marriage, trusted by Our Lady of Light Family of Parishes.

Share Your Wisdom

Do you and your spouse feel called to share the wisdom you have gained over years of marriage? You may want to discern becoming a mentor couple for those preparing for the sacrament of marriage.

contact Fr. Brian