Sacrament of Matrimony

MATRIMONY PREPARATION AND PLANNING


Please allow a minimum of six (6) full months to prepare for matrimony. It is essential that you actively engage in this significant opportunity to thoughtfully reflect on and prepare for the Sacrament you wish to receive. All diocesan regulations concerning marriage preparation and Matrimony must be followed. Any exceptions to these regulations must receive approval from the Bishop of the Diocese of Boise or his delegate.

Preparing for marriage involves several steps that should be followed in a specific order before a Matrimony date can be set:


  • Step 1: Completing the website form

    Please fill out the marriage request form on our website. This will provide us with your 

    necessary contact information for our records.

    The website link: Matrimony Request Form


  • Step 2: First email contact

    We will contact you to schedule your first meeting within 5-7 days after your request is received, with more information on the matrimony sacrament.   Email will come from marriage@boisecathedral.org.  



    If you do not hear from us, please call the parish office 208-342-3511


  • Step 3: Preparing for the first meeting

    Before your first meeting, secure the following documents:  


    • Baptismal Certificate including all notations
    • State Marriage License
    • Additional documents if previously married: Civil divorce decree, Decree of Nullity from the Catholic Marriage Tribunal or Death Certificate if a widow

  • Step 4: First meeting

    During the initial meeting with the Matrimony Advocate:

    • The bride and groom will complete their necessary pre-marriage paperwork. 

    • The paperwork will then be reviewed to determine if any additional documentation is needed.


  • Step 5: Witnesses needed

    Testimony of Freedom:

    Witnesses will also complete the required forms (one witness for the Bride and one witness for the Groom). Select witnesses who know you. 

  • Step 6: Reserving the date

    After finalizing the paperwork, a Matrimony date can be set.  Weddings are typically held at either 10 am or 1 pm.  A non-refundable deposit is required to secure your date.  


    WIth numerous requests for weddings, we are only able to secure your date/time when the paperwork is completed and the deposit is made. 


    The finance office will send you an invoice along with a payment link.  You are also welcome to make the deposit in person. 


    The balance of the wedding fees are due 30 days prior to the wedding 

  • Step 7: Matrimony classes

    You will be enrolled in both of the following programs specifically for the 

    engaged.  Please watch your emails from volunteers who support these programs:

    • Matrimony Preparation Classes 
    • Matrimony Mentor Couple

  • Step 8: Matrimony Details

     Working on the finer details of the marriage: 

    • Priest
    • Altar servers
    • Lectors
    • Music
    • Rehearsal

    We will guide you and connect you with those who will help you through the liturgy details.