Have you been waiting for the right moment to celebrate your marriage in the Church?
This is your moment!
Join other Catholic couples from across the diocese on July 25, 2026, when Bishop Cantú will celebrate a joyful communal wedding for couples desiring to enter into a valid Catholic marriage and, when applicable, to receive the Sacrament of Matrimony.
Register by January 15, 2026 to allow time for preparation.
A friendly and supportive team will accompany you through every step with care and understanding.
Sacrament Celebration Day: Saturday, July 25, 2026, 10:00 AM
Marriage preparation process (including catechesis, paperwork, and a retreat) begins in January 2026.
Celebration Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph
Why Be Part of This Day?
- Receive God’s full blessing in your marriage.
- Celebrate your vows before family, community, and the Church.
- Enjoy a joyful reception and memories to last a lifetime.
Why get married in the Church?
Marrying in the Catholic Church means entering into a valid Catholic marriage, receiving the grace of the Sacrament of Matrimony (when both spouses are baptized), and welcoming God’s blessing into your life together. It unites you more deeply with the Church and strengthens your marriage, your family, and your journey of faith.
What is Convalidation?
Convalidation is the process by which the Catholic Church recognizes a marriage as valid when a Catholic has married outside the Church without the proper permission or dispensation.
Through convalidation, couples (a man and a woman) give their consent before the Church’s minister and witnesses so their marriage becomes a valid Catholic marriage and, if both spouses are baptized, a sacrament.
Note: Not every civil marriage is invalid. Some couples may already have a valid marriage if the proper permissions or dispensations were given, or if both spouses were non-Catholic at the time of the wedding. The priest or deacon will help each couple discern their situation.
Why Now?
This is your opportunity to take that step now, without the pressure of planning a big wedding. The diocese will accompany you through a simple, beautiful preparation process that leads to a valid Catholic marriage, and if applicable, the Sacrament of Matrimony, a grace that strengthens your love, your family, and your relationship with God.
Take the Next Step
- Scan the QR Code and provide some initial details to begin the process.
- Register before January 15, 2026 to allow time for preparation.
For more details, contact the Office of Adult Spirituality & Family Life familylife@www.dsj.org 408-983-0103
Please note: If more couples register than can be accommodated, we will continue to support them all in preparing and celebrating their Convalidation locally.
“Therefore, what God has joined together, no human being must separate.” Mark 10:9
