Any Catholic who is, at present, registered in our parish or who lives within our parish boundaries – and who is free to marry – may be married at St. Patrick’s Church. Only one partner must be Catholic in order to celebrate a Catholic marriage. Couples should telephone the parish office and arrange an appointment with the pastor before any dates are set or other wedding arrangements made. A minimum of 6 months notice is required in most cases. A recognized marriage preparation course is required in the Diocese of Hamilton.
Couples who have been married outside of the Catholic Church are encouraged to speak to the pastor about the necessary steps to have their marriage recognized and blessed in the Catholic Church.