Couples wishing to marry must meet with a priest before setting a date at least six months in advance of an anticipated wedding in order to complete the preparation process. For residents of Collier County, one member of the engaged couple must already be a registered parishioner at St. Peter's for at least six months before the couple can request to be married here. If the couple is not local, but wish to marry at St. Peter's, they must have the permission of both their pastor and the pastor of St. Peter's and should complete their marriage preparation in their parish of origin.
The purpose of the preliminary interview with a priest is to be able to get to know the couple and to explain what is expected from them as they prepare for marriage. Please do not arrange for the reception, etc., until the date and time are confirmed by the Church.