The Order of Celebrating Matrimony without Mass

The Introductory Rites

• Entrance
• Sign of the Cross & Greeting
• Introduction
• [Penitential Act & Gloria omitted]
• Collect

The Liturgy of the Word
First Reading from Old Testament (or New Testament if only one reading)
Psalm (or a hymn based on a psalm)
(Second Reading from New Testament)
Gospel Acclamation
Gospel Reading – Matthew, Mark, Luke or John

The Celebration of Marriage

• Introduction
• The Questions before the Consent
• The Civil Declaration of Freedom
• The Consent
• The Reception of the Consent
  • Acclamation by All
• The Blessing and Giving of Rings
  • Hymn

If Holy Communion is not distributed

• Universal Prayer click for examples
• Our Father
• Nuptial Blessing

If Holy Communion Is Distributed

• Universal Prayer click for examples
• Nuptial Blessing
• Our Father
• Sign of Peace
• Holy Communion
• Prayer

The Conclusion of the Celebration

• Blessing
• Signing of Register