Gate of Heaven Roman Catholic Church

They are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate. Mark 10:6-9

The union of husband and wife can be compared to the union between Christ and his Church. The two become one flesh and share in the great union of Christ's love.

A Christian marriage is a sacrament in which a baptized man and woman pledge their love through a deep and personal covenant.

To celebrate this sacrament, the man and woman must be of mature age. There can't be a previously existing valid marriage. And they must freely intend to enter a lifelong commitment.

To arrange a marriage, a couple must contact a Priest or Deacon at least six months prior to a planned wedding and arrange for premarital dialogue. Registered members of Gate of Heaven can call (570) 675-2121 to initiate this process.

For more info you can go to the Diocese of Scranton site.

Sacrament of Matrimony
From the Catholic Encyclopedia:
http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/09707a.htm

Gate of Heaven parish is a faith community of catholic believers who are baptized into union with the one holy catholic and apostolic church. We worship God through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, led by the Holy Spirit and who propagate the faith and serve others, faithful to the teaching of the church. As a parish, we invite all to come and be welcome among us.

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