The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 221: The Celebration of Marriage (2025)
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Aug 9, 2025 Explore the heart of a Catholic wedding, where the celebration must be valid, worthy, and fruitful. Discover the profound link between celibacy for the Kingdom and the sanctity of marriage. Delve into the spiritual significance of marriage as it mirrors Christ's love for the Church. Understand the essential aspects of mutual consent and the role of the priest in this sacred union. Fr. Mike also highlights how those called to celibacy can live joyfully, enriching our appreciation of the beauty of both marriage and virginity.
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Virginity Complements Marriage
- The Church presents virginity for the kingdom as an unfolding of baptismal grace and a sign of Christ's primacy.
- It also reminds us that marriage belongs to this passing age and points to the coming kingdom.
Marriage Rooted In The Eucharist
- Marriage between Catholics normally takes place during Mass because sacraments connect to the Paschal mystery.
- Spouses unite their offering with Christ's and receive Communion to become one body in Christ.
Prepare Through Confession
- Do prepare for your marriage by receiving the sacrament of penance so you celebrate worthily.
- Fr. Mike Schmitz says this readies spouses to unite their offering with Christ's at the Eucharist.