News - Special Sections RSS Feed

Marriage preparation requirements are becoming more common by state governments for their citizenry not marrying in the church by taking such steps as providing discounts on the marriage license for availing themselves of pre-marital education.

Father Pat Connor's book entitled "Whom Not to Marry" delves into his experience of more than 40 years as a marriage counselor.

More and more couples go to dating websites to find a suitable match, even their lifelong husband or wife. Interesting review of various services, how they work and outcomes.

Deacon Farinelli's poignant column reminds married couples of the deep and reverent meaning vows they exchanged on their wedding day - and that we are called, like Jesus, not to be served but to serve each other. In all the days of our lives, good and bad, Christ's model transforms us into one couple.

The most recent available information for weddings at Archdiocese of New Orleans parish churches follows. Contact each for their wedding guidelines and to schedule. Not a comprehensive list. 

Parents with young children will find the latest and most in-depth information on summer camps and activities in the Archdiocese of New Orleans for their children.

We commit to marriage “all the days of our life,” not just on the good days.

Both joyous and painful memories can assail us at Christmastime. Don't by shy in discussing this with your spouse.

The dress was first worn by Suzanne Kramer Perret at her wedding in 1957. Since then, with a nip here and a tuck there, the dress has been worn nine more times, with more to come.

Jan and Lloyd Tate have been helping couples for decades prepare for marriage. Here is their list of marriage priorities, distilled through their interactions with 300-plus engaged couples.

The mentor-couple, two-on-two approach to Catholic marriage preparation seems to be the richest preparation available.

COVID made us refocus on what is important. Weddings are not about reception venues, bands and the number of guests; weddings are about family.

Check out the Clarion Herald's Eternal Life section, with the latest on Catholic cemeteries, All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day Masses and bereavement ministries in parishes.

The Clarion Herald offers a 16-page resource to engaged couples preparing to marry in the Catholic Church: Stories on overcoming the challenges of the pandemic, checklists, marriage prep programs and church availability.