The Diocese of Orange invites Catholic couples who are not yet sacramentally married to have their marriage validated by the Catholic Church in a communal wedding Mass with Most Reverend Timothy Freyer, D.D., Auxiliary Bishop of Orange. The nuptial Mass will be on Friday, May 2, 2025 at 6 pm at Christ Cathedral.

Preparation for the Sacrament of Marriage will be provided in English and in Spanish by the Diocese of Orange Office for Family Life. Spots are limited. Formation process begins on Oct. 21, 2024. Couples should submit their intent as soon as possible at https://forms.office.com/r/GVwqsfPCtk. Once you submit this form, you will be sent the registration and information packet by email. rcbo.org/marriage-preparation or email officeforfamilylife@rcbo.org Invitation to Diocesan Convalidation Process 2024-25 (1)