Checklist

This CHECKLIST is to be complete after attending MARRIAGE ON THE MAP 

NECESSARY PAPERWORK

• Proof of Baptism, if you are baptized (must be issued within the last six months and show notations if you are Catholic).
• Affidavidts of Free Status (2 from Bride / 2 from Groom)   ENGLISH   SPANISH
• Civil Marriage License (if wedding takes place in Texas) at least 60 days before wedding date.

• Attend the PRE-CANA WORKSHOP   
• Attend NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING CLASSES - at ST PHILIP or within the DIOCESE OF FORT WORTH

• Introduction in person meeting (with Marriage Preparation Director)
• Second in person meeting (with Deacon Pat Quinn, scheduled after your Pre-Cana / Today-Tomorrow-Forever).
• Meetings with Sponsor Couple (scheduled after your Pre-Cana / Today-Tomorrow-Forever).
• Meeting(s) with the clergy member (preist or deacon) that will be receving your vows and presiding at your wedding/convalidation.

• 60 days before the date of your wedding/convalidation your Marriage Packet will be sent to the Diocese of Fort Worth.
• 54 days before the date of your wedding/convalidation it is recommended that the couple begins the 54 Day Rosary Novena.
• Please make a good confession. CLICK HERE for guide.

• Schedule a meeting with Wedding Coordinator (Susan Schabel) contact info below.
• Schedule a meeting with Music Director (Katherine Schmitz) contact info below.

NOTE: If wedding will take place elsewhere a letter from pastor is needed granting permission to marry. The Marriage Preparation Coordinator will request this letter.

All forms and license must be submitted 60 days prior to the wedding so they can be forwarded to the Diocese of Fort Worth (Bishop Olson) for approval.