MATRIMONY AT NATIVITY

At Nativity, we would love to guide and support you through the marriage preparation process. The components of marriage preparation offered at Nativity include the FOCCUS questionnaire, theological marriage preparation classes, and Natural Family Planning (NFP) courses. You can choose to complete any or all of these components with us here at Nativity.

REGISTRATION

Please click below to register for marriage preparation at Nativity. This requires both the bride and groom to register together.

MEETING WITH A PRIEST

The priest will get to know you as a couple and will go over the essential elements of the Catholic faith.

FOCCUS QUESTIONNAIRE

Couples going through marriage preparation are given the FOCCUS “pre-marriage inventory,” for which each partner answers questions individually before coming together to discuss the questions, thoughts, differences, and priorities brought to light. The test will be facilitated by Bridget Fross, Parish Registrar. The questionnaire is designed to help engaged couples appreciate their unique relationship, enhance communication, and address areas important to their lifelong marriage.

Classes

Couples seeking the sacrament of Matrimony are asked to attend a series of five theological marriage preparation classes, which are conducted by Fr. Emanuele Fadini, F.S.C.B., Nativity’s Pastor. These classes are offered once a year in the winter/spring time. For our most recent class schedule at Nativity, please scroll down the page. The couples can also take the marriage preparation classes through the Archdiocese. Click HERE for more information.

Natural Family Planning (NFP)

NFP courses help couples learn a beautiful way to live out the Church’s teaching on sexuality that is safe, healthy, holy, and effective. One course consists of three classes spaced one month apart. Among certified methods in our Archdiocese, Nativity hosts a course conducted by married couples.
UPCOMING NFP COURSE DATES:
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Thursday, April 3, 2025
Contact Kristen at coloradohamills@gmail.com if you are interested in NFP at Nativity. If Nativity’s dates don’t work for you, you can register for the classes with the Archdiocese. Click HERE for more information.

Weddings at Nativity

Nativity offers the opportunity for wedding ceremonies to take place in our gathering space. For more information on how to schedule a wedding at Nativity, contact, Bridget Fross, Parish Registrar at b.fross@nool.us or 303-469-5171, ext. 110.

Convalidations

If you are married outside of the Church (e.g. civilly), we invite you to enter into full communion with the Catholic Church by celebrating a convalidation. To do so, please contact Bridget Fross, who will walk you through the preparation process.