Weddings at the Holy Trinity Cathedral, Kingston, Jamaica

Are you interested in getting married at the beautiful Holy Trinity Cathedral, in Kingston, Jamaica? Are you considering having your wedding at the landmark Roman Catholic church in Jamaica, one of the oldest churches on the island, and the only church with interior frescoes comparable to any church in Europe or Latin America?

Here is some information that you might find useful if you are considering a wedding at the Holy Trinity Cathedral of Kingston.

For a wedding to take place in the Cathedral the couple has to give at least six (6) months' notice before the intended date for the wedding. This period facilitates a period of preparations inclusive of the following:

Counseling Sessions

- To establish the freedom of the couple to marry (whether they have been married before and current status, etc)

- To understand the nature and rights of marriage (as a sacrament, the obligations etc)

- To complete Civil Forms of intention to get married, and for the posting of Banns (notice) of marriage.

- To complete Church Forms

They will be required to attend one of the Pre-cana Conferences (a conference for engaged couples. You can find out more about these from your priest.) The dates for 2011 are:

- March 10 – 13

- June 9 – 12

- September 8 – 11

- November 24 - 27

FAQS

Is there a charge to get married at the Cathedral?

- Yes, this can be discussed as the arrangements are being made.

Do I have to be Roman Catholic to be married at the Holy Trinity Cathedral?

- One person has to be a Roman Catholic (bride or groom)

Can a priest of my choice perform my wedding ceremony?

- Yes, once it’s a Roman Catholic priest.

My betrothed and I completed Pre-cana at my home church, not in Jamaica, but we would like to get married in Jamaica at the Holy Trinity Cathedral. Is this possible?

- Yes, once you have the certificate that shows you have completed Pre-cana.

If you are interested in getting married at the Holy Trinity Cathedral, Kingston, Jamaica, please contact Omella Mattis 922 3335 or 948 5699 or email omellamat@gmail.com.