Convalidation Brings Couples into the Full Life of the Church

Film Focus: In this video, Maria Perez discussed why she chose to have her marriage convalidated in the Catholic Church. The viewer sees Maria and her husband exchange their vows as well as some additional parts of the marriage rite.

Text Focus: Pages 116-119, 127-128

Discussion Questions:

1. What reason does Maria Perez give for not getting married in the Church? Why might others make a similar decision?
2. What is convalidation? Define and explain.
3. Why might a couple who is already civilly married and has lived together for many years choose to have their marriage convalidated?
4. What parts of the marriage rite did you see portrayed in this video?