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The document outlines the sacrament of Matrimony as a lifelong covenant between a man and a woman, emphasizing its divine institution and requirements such as free consent and canonical form. It also details impediments to marriage and the necessity of marriage preparation (Pre-Cana). Additionally, it discusses the Season of Lent, its biblical roots, and its significance in Christian observance leading up to Easter.

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Handout Material-Cl 10

The document outlines the sacrament of Matrimony as a lifelong covenant between a man and a woman, emphasizing its divine institution and requirements such as free consent and canonical form. It also details impediments to marriage and the necessity of marriage preparation (Pre-Cana). Additionally, it discusses the Season of Lent, its biblical roots, and its significance in Christian observance leading up to Easter.

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THE SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY

Marriage- matrimonial covenant by which a man and a woman establish


between themselves a partnership for a whole life

Spirituality- life in spirit who incorporates the Christian into the body of
Christ.

Matrimony as a Sacrament

• Established by the Creator and qualified by His laws.


• Rooted on conjugal covenant and irrevocable personal consent
• For the good of the spouses, their offsprings, and the society.

Matrimony

• ordered toward the good of the spouses and the procreation and
education of children (CCC 1601).
• a divine institution, elevated by Christ to the dignity of a sacrament
• signifies the mystical union between Christ and His Church
• a visible sign of God’s faithful and fruitful love.

Impediments

• Lack of free consent


• Existing marriage bond
• Psychological incapacity
• Marrying a close relative (consanguinity)

Requirements

Baptism (Canon 1086, 1124–1129)


• At least one party must be a baptized Catholic.
• If marrying a non-Catholic Christian or a non-baptized person, special
permission or dispensation is required:
• Permission for mixed marriage (Catholic + baptized non-Catholic)
• Dispensation for disparity of cult (Catholic + non-baptized)

Free Consent (Canons 1057, 1095–1107)


• Both parties must enter marriage freely, knowingly, and without
coercion.
• Consent must not be simulated or conditioned on a future event.
• Psychological capacity must be present (Canon 1095).

Canonical Form (Canon 1108)


• The marriage must be celebrated before a properly delegated
priest or deacon and two witnesses.
• If not followed, the marriage is invalid unless dispensed (e.g., in mixed
marriages).

Pre-Cana or Marriage Preparation


• Required by most dioceses
• Includes:
• Theology of Marriage
• Communication skills
• Natural Family Planning (NFP)
• Conflict resolution
• Understanding canonical and sacramental nature

Civil Requirements
• The couple must fulfill civil/legal obligations for marriage in their
country (e.g., marriage license).
• These vary by jurisdiction but are typically handled in tandem with
the canonical process
THE SEASON OF LENT

 is a solemn Christian religious observance in the liturgical year in


preparation for Easter.
 occurs forty days prior to Easter Sunday (excluding Sundays)
 It is a Germanic word that basically means spring season.
 The Latin equivalent is “Quadragesima” which means forty (40) days.

Biblical Roots

BIBLICAL EVENT VERSE SIGNIFICANCE


Genesis cleansing and new
Noah’s 40 days of rain
7:12 beginning
Exodus
Moses’ 40 days on Mount Sinai fasting and seeking God
34:28
Elijah’s 40-day journey to Mount 1 Kings renewal and divine
Horeb 19:8 encounter

BIBLICAL
VERSE SIGNIFICANCE
EVENT
Fasting
Temptation of Matthew 4:1-11; Mark 1:12-13; Luke Prayer
Jesus 4:1-13 Resistance to
temptation

Pillars of Lent
 Prayer
 Fasting
 Alms giving

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