SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY (WEDDING)

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IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY PARISH

Sacrament of Holy Matrimony (Kasal)

Mahinhin cor. Mayumi Sts., U.P. Village, Diliman, Quezon City  |  Tel. No. 8922-0029 / 8921-6683

WALK-IN APPLICATION ONLY

In-Person Transaction at Parish Office: Online registration and form submissions are currently not available. This page is provided for reviewing the official wedding requirements, guidelines, and package rates. All wedding date reservations, document submissions, canonical interviews, and contract confirmations are strictly conducted on a walk-in basis at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Office during regular office hours.

MANDATORY CHECKLIST

Wedding Documentary Requirements

All documents must be original copies with 6 months validity. Must be submitted at least 1 to 3 months prior to the wedding date.

6 Months Validity
Baptismal and Confirmation Certificates

1. Baptismal & Confirmation Certificates

Newly issued copies (within 6 months validity) from the churches of baptism and confirmation, with the official annotation: "For Marriage Purposes" (for both Bride and Groom).

PSA Birth Certificate and CENOMAR

2. PSA Birth Certificate & CENOMAR

Authenticated PSA Birth Certificate and PSA CENOMAR (Certificate of No Marriage Record) for both Bride and Groom (6 months validity). Required for new applicants and civilly married couples.

Marriage License

3. Marriage License or Marriage Contract

(a) Marriage License from the Local Civil Registrar of the city/town of either bride or groom (120 days validity); OR (b) Authenticated Marriage Contract if already civilly married (1 copy).

Canonical Interview

4. Canonical Interview

Formal Canonical Interview conducted by the Parish Priest or Parochial Vicar with the couple at least one (1) month before the wedding date.

Pre-Cana Seminar

5. Pre-Cana Seminar

Whole-day Sunday Pre-Cana Seminar (8:30 AM – 3:00 PM) at IHMP. Seminar dates and scheduling will be communicated by the Parish Secretary.

Banns and Permits

6. Ecclesiastical Banns & Permits

Three-Sunday publication of banns in the respective parishes of the groom and bride, plus parish permits if parishioners of other parishes. To be returned signed and sealed.

ID Photos

7. ID Pictures (Bride & Groom)

One (1) pc 2x2 colored ID picture each (white background, no eyeglasses, for Canonical forms) and one (1) pc 1x1 colored ID picture each (for Registration forms).

Principal Sponsors

8. Principal Sponsors (Max 6 Pairs)

Complete list of principal sponsors (copy of wedding invitation submitted). Strictly six (6) pairs only are included in the wedding fee per Quezon City Civil Registry regulations.

SPECIAL MARRIAGE CASES

Chancery Clearance & Special Requirements

Mixed Marriage

Mixed Marriage & Foreigners

For marriages between a Catholic & non-Catholic, or a Filipino & foreign national:

• Certificate of Legal Capacity to Marry / Embassy Clearance from embassy in PH.
• Passport copy & ACR/ICR from Bureau of Immigration.
• Birth certificate (Family Kosekitohon with official English translation for Japanese nationals).
• Chancery permit from the Diocese of Cubao.

OFW Requirements

OFWs Living Abroad (> 2 Years)

For Filipinos living or working abroad for more than 2 years:

• Photocopy of Passport (2 passports if dual citizen).
• For seafarers: Photocopy of Seaman's Book.
• Proof of residency abroad.
• Certificate of Freedom to Marry from parish/diocese abroad.

Previous Marriage

With Previous Marriage

For annulled marriages, civil divorces, or nullity decrees:

• Certified true copy of Roman Catholic Marriage Tribunal decision & certificate of finality.
• Certified true copy of Civil Court decision & PSA Marriage Advisory.
• Decree of Lack of Canonical Form / Foreign Divorce Decree (if applicable).

Chancery Office Assistance

Diocese of Cubao Chancery Office: Ms. Yvette Santos  |  #41 Lantana St., Cubao, Quezon City (beside Immaculate Conception Cathedral)

Tel. 8723-5113 loc. 404 & 409  |  Mobile: 0966-7814381  |  Email: matrimony@dioceseofcubao.ph (Monday to Friday)

WEDDING PACKAGES & RATES

Wedding Package Options

Schedules: Monday to Saturday at 9:00 AM & 2:00 PM (NO SUNDAYS). All packages include use of the church, officiating priest, commentator, sacristan, red carpet, candles, video electricity, pre-cana seminar, LCR contract registration, and wedding singers.

Option 1

Package Option 1

Classic Floral Arrangement
Package Inclusions
  • Complete Marriage Rite & Nuptial Mass
  • 10 White pedestal flower stands per side of center aisle (white mums, calla lilies, or alstroemeria)
  • Altar: 1 big + 2 medium fresh flower arrangements
  • Fresh flowers for candle stands with white mums
  • Red carpet laid from entrance to altar
  • Wedding Singers (2–4 singers and 1 pianist)
Option 2

Package Option 2

Cloud Design with White Tulle
Package Inclusions
  • Complete Marriage Rite & Nuptial Mass
  • 10 White pedestal flower stands per side of center aisle
  • 8 Floor arrangements in front of pew ends
  • White tulle chiffon cloud design on both sides of red carpet
  • Altar: 1 big + 2 medium arrangements in front of candelabras
  • Candle stands decorated with fresh white roses
  • Red carpet & Wedding Singers (2–4 singers + pianist)
Option 3

Package Option 3

Grand Entrance Arch & Trophies
Package Inclusions
  • Complete Marriage Rite & Nuptial Mass
  • Grand Entrance Arch with silk flowers & white drapes with 2 white pedestals
  • 12 White pedestal stands per side + 8 white trophy vases with fresh white roses & mums
  • Soft white tulle chiffon cloud arrangement along red carpet
  • Altar: 1 big + 2 medium arrangements in front of candelabras
  • Candle stands decorated with white roses
  • Red carpet & Wedding Singers (2–4 singers + pianist)
IMPORTANT WEDDING GUIDELINES

Ceremony Rules & Additional Services

Punctuality

Punctuality (1.5 Hours Slot)

The entourage must arrive 30 minutes before the schedule. Only 1.5 hours is allotted for the mass, rite, and pictorial. A late fee of ₱1,000.00 will be charged if the ceremony starts late.

No Confetti

No Confetti or Rice

Throwing of confetti, rice, paper petals, or poppers is STRICTLY NOT ALLOWED inside or immediately outside the church entrance.

Exclusive Services

Exclusive Florist & Choir

Church floral arrangements and mass liturgical singing are exclusively rendered by the official IHMP florist and wedding choir. Only liturgical songs are permitted during the Mass proper.

Visiting Priest

Visiting Priest & Confession

If bringing your own officiating priest, submit his full name and photocopy of Certificate of Registration of Authority to Solemnize Marriages (CRASM) in advance.

Both Bride and Groom are highly encouraged to receive the Sacrament of Penance (Confession) 2 days before the wedding.

Wedding Inquiries & Date Reservation

For wedding availability, pre-cana schedules, canonical interview booking, and inquiries:

Ms. Precious M. Dumadag (Parish Secretary)

Tel. No. 8922-0029  |  8921-6683  |  Email: ihmp_claret@yahoo.com.ph