True/False
Jesus instituted the Sacrament of Matrimony at the wedding of Jerusalem.
False, wedding at Cana
What is an Annulment?
A declaration by an ecclesiastical court that a presumed marriage was never valid.
Who is the minister for this Sacrament?
The bride and groom themselves
Where does the celebration of the sacrament of matrimony normally take place?
Can divorced catholics remarry?
The foundation of the Christian family is the Sacrament of Matrimony.
True
What is Polygamy?
The state of have more than one spouse.
When was this sacrament instituted by Christ?
At the Wedding of Cana
How is divorce a sin against marriage?
Divorce violates the binding act of marriage
The original sin of _____ caused a rift between humanity and god and between man and woman.
Adam and Eve
True or False: A Catholic marriage can only be celebrated during certain times of the year, such as Lent or Advent.
False. Catholic marriage can be celebrated at any time of the year, though certain liturgical seasons may have restrictions on the celebration of weddings.
What do we call the promise of lifelong fidelity and commitment made by spouses to each other during a Catholic wedding ceremony?
vows.
What is the form for this sacrament?
The exchange of vows.
How does the sacrament of marriage affect society?
It builds families and unites people.
What are some beliefs about the role of love in marriage?
Love is often considered a fundamental aspect of marriage, serving as the driving force behind emotional connection, intimacy, and lifelong commitment between partners.
True or False: Catholic marriage vows include a promise to have and raise children.
False. While Catholic marriage encourages openness to children, the vows typically focus on the lifelong commitment and fidelity between the spouses.
What term refers to the permission granted by the Church for a Catholic to marry a non-Catholic or to have a marriage ceremony in a non-Catholic church?
Dispensation.
Who is the recipient of Holy Matrimony?
A baptized catholic man and woman
What is the significance of the sacramental vows exchanged in marriage?
They signify the lifelong commitment to love, honor, and cherish each other, mirroring the love of Christ for his Church.
Why are shared values and goals often considered important in marriage?
Shared values and goals provide a common foundation for couples to build unity with eachother.
The book of Genesis tells us that man and woman were created in in the state of grace, for God saw that is was "not good that man should lie."
False: state of marriage, "not good that man should be alone."
Define Matrimony...
The Sacrament by which a baptized man and woman in accordance with God's design from the beginning unite.
What symbolic item represents the unity of the spouses in Catholic marriage?
The wedding rings.
Does the sacrament of marriage have any spiritual effects?
Yes, it deepens the spiritual connection between the spouses and with God.
What are the grounds for obtaining an annulment in the Catholic Church?
Grounds for annulment include factors such as lack of not following proper Church procedures for marriage lack of proper consent, or the presence of impediments