Marriage preparation in the Archdiocese of Hartford is conducted primarily at the parish level.  This can be done whether you are being married within or outside the Archdiocese.

Marriages within the Archdiocese of Hartford

You should contact the church where you wish to be married (generally your parish church, although anyone in the AoH can be married at the Cathedral of St. Joseph as well) at least 6 months prior to your desired wedding date.

You should also be prepared to get new copies of your Baptismal Certificates so the parish can establish your freedom to marry.

You will meet several times with the priest, deacon or lay minister who will discuss aspects of Sacramental Marriage in the Catholic Church.

In addition to the in person meetings, there is a 6 session on line class which you will take.  You can register and access the materials here:  www.hartfordmarriage.com.

Marriages outside the Archdiocese of Hartford

If you plan on being married at a church outside the Archdiocese, you should still contact your local parish about marriage preparation.  You will be able to do your marriage preparation work at your parish, who will then be responsible for sending the completed file for you to the Archdiocese of Hartford.  Once reviewed it is then sent to the Diocese where your wedding will take place.

Besides the regular requirements, you will also need to complete Witness Forms, 2 each for Bride and Groom. Those forms may be accessed here: https://archdioceseofhartford.org/parish-forms/#:~:text=Witness%20Questionnaire