"The matrimonial covenant, by which a man and a woman establish between themselves a partnership of the whole of life, is by its nature ordered toward the good of the spouses and the procreation and education of offspring; this covenant between baptized persons has been raised by Christ the Lord to the dignity of a sacrament."

-Catechism of the Catholic Church 1601

Engaged couples must contact a priest at least 6 months in advance of the requested wedding date in order to make proper arrangements for the Diocesan Marriage Preparation Program. Please contact the St. Anne rectory at (610) 867-5039 for further information.  Information on Diocesan Marriage Programs maybe found at www.allentowndiocese.org/marriageprep.