Proposal Point

Marriage Preparation Continues During Pandemic
by Chris Sanders, Pastoral Associate

Gracious Brides and Grooms would be the best way to describe our Visitation couples in waiting. Since our stay at home order began, all of our couples have been extremely concerned for the welfare of their guests. They have made tough decisions as they either have moved their weddings, postponed dates or proceeded with the limits and constraints of our time. One thing is for sure these couples are strong, resilient and full of love and hope.

Visitation has a wonderful tradition of Marriage Preparation that far surpasses any marriage preparation I have seen in our area. There is great pride, hard work and dedication that guides our new couples through the process. From the first meeting to the last, special attention and intention is placed, providing as much care and connection to our parish community as possible. We have amazing Lead Couples and Wedding Coordinators who are some of our parish’s gifts and treasures. Our goal is to provide the best possible stepping stone for our Brides and Grooms as they begin a lifelong journey of marriage together.

These couples are creative and thought provoking as they work hard to plan celebrating together their union of hearts and families. Brides and Grooms are problem solving in new ways and thinking outside the box to fulfill their special day with their families and friends. Live streaming, simplifying and making the best of what they can do in this time of uncertainty. Their stories will be shared with a deep sense of meaning for future generations.

Just as Mary prodded her son “they have no wine,” during the wedding feast of Cana, the parish encourages our new couples to persist in “filling their jars,” have hope, and continue to be steadfast in their preparation for marriage. Just as there was a time for proposals there will also be a day of celebrating each couple’s wedding feast.


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