To allow time for adequate preparation, at least six months in advance of the wedding date the prospective bride and groom should call the Rectory at 516-541-3270 to make an appointment to discuss details of the wedding with one of the priests or deacons. A Pre-Nuptial Investigation (PNI) form needs to then be completed during a face-to-face meeting with the Priest or Deacon who will perform the ceremony. A one-day Marriage Preparation (Pre-Cana) class then needs to be completed.
Pre-Cana Program
This class, designed for engaged couples seeking a Sacramental marriage, is required by the Church and available at Our Lady of Lourdes. Inter-faith couples are welcome. Couples that are planning to wed within six months are encouraged to schedule our ONE DAY Saturday class and register on-line (several dates are available throughout the year).
The class consists of an 8-hour interactive discussion, focused on the teachings of the Church, practical expectations in the Sacrament of Marriage, and exercises to help deepen the couples’ understanding of love. The program is facilitated by several married couples, along with guest speakers, and has developed into a very popular and sought after program. For further information, please contact the Parish office or Deacon Fred at 201- 481-0800.
Wedding rehearsals normally take place on a Friday, but may be otherwise scheduled by the directors. Couples must contact the Parish office at least two weeks in advance to make these arrangements.
