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The Sacrament of Matrimony

Matrimony is the sacrament through which a man and a woman are united in marriage to live in mutual love and service, reflecting the union of Christ and His Church. It sanctifies the marital relationship, offering grace to live a life of love, faithfulness, and openness to life. The soul is strengthened in love, helping both spouses to grow in holiness.

Key Points on the Sacrament of Matrimony in the Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC)

  • Matrimony is a covenant by which a man and a woman establish a lifelong partnership, ordered toward the good of the spouses and the procreation and education of children (CCC 1601)
  • It is a sacrament, signifying the union of Christ and the Church (CCC 1617)
  • The grace of Matrimony helps the couple live out their vocation in love, fidelity, and openness to life (1641-1642)
  • It is indissoluble, meant to last for life, and reflects the permanence of God’s covenant with humanity (CCC 1644)
  • The Church requires that marriages be freely entered into and that they be publicly witnessed (CCC 1630-1632)

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