Participation in a marriage preparation process is required for couples planning to be married in the Diocese of Grand Rapids. At St. Robert of Newminster, we offer a Marriage Preparation Weekend quarterly. This 3-day weekend is for engaged couples planning to be married in the Catholic Church. The next weekend is scheduled for November 8 – 10, 2024. Please contact Hans Whitmer, Director of Faith Formation, at (616) 676-9111 ext 113 or email HWhitmer@StRobertChurch.org.

Marriage Preparation Weekends

Marriage preparation weekends run Fridays from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.

  • November 8 – 10, 2024
  • February 14 – 16, 2025
  • May 16 – 18, 2025

Click here for more on preparing for the Catholic Sacrament of Marriage.

Guidelines for The Sacrament of Marriage

To schedule your wedding at St. Robert of Newminster, contact Molly Reppuhn, Parish Office Coordinator, at (616) 676-9111 or email MollyR@StRobertChurch.org at least six (6) months prior to your intended date.