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Planning a Catholic Wedding? The Nuptial Mass, Catechism, and Vendor Tips

Rebel Saints: Catholic Faith & Spiritual Growth Podcast for Christians

Send us Fan Mail Planning a Catholic wedding? Beyond the florals and seating charts, the Nuptial Mass is a Sacrament. Photographer Nicole joins us to discuss the theology of the Eucharist, wedding vendors, and keeping Christ at the center of your vocation. If you are planning a Catholic wedding right now, this episode is for you. In the middle of contracts and timelines, it is easy to forget the spiritual reality of your wedding day. Marriage is more than a ceremony: it is a Sacrament. Today we are joined by Nicole, a Catholic journalist and wedding photographer in the Metro D.C. area. She shares what she has witnessed from the back of countless Nuptial Masses and why the people you invite into your sanctuary matter. From the theology of the Eucharist to practical questions for vendors, this conversation is about starting your vocation with intention. In This Episode * What the Church teaches about the Sacrament of Marriage: CCC 1601, 1641 * Why Catholic weddings are celebrated within the Mass: CCC 1621 * Why the spouses, not the priest, are the ministers of the Sacrament: CCC 1623 * The role of the priest as an official witness: CCC 1630 to 1631 * How the Eucharist unites your covenant to the sacrifice of Christ: CCC 1104 * Practical questions to ask wedding vendors before you book * Why your photographs and your spouse are what last Catechism and Church References * CCC 1601: Marriage as a Sacrament * CCC 1641: Sacramental grace for spouses * CCC 1621: Marriage within the Mass * CCC 1623: Spouses as ministers of the Sacrament * CCC 1630 to 1631: Role of the priest and canonical form * CCC 1104: The Eucharist and the sacrifice of Calvary * Familiaris Consortio 67: The connection between marriage and the Eucharist Resources Planning a Catholic Wedding? Nicole is a Catholic wedding photographer serving the Metro D.C. area through Olea and Co Photo. Learn more: https://www.oleacophoto.com/ Support the Journey: Help other restless hearts find us! Follow: Hit the "+" or "Follow" button  Review: If you enjoyed this show, please leave a review. It’s the best way to help us grow. Connect with Rebel Saints: * Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelsaintspodcast * Reflections: https://substack.com/@rebelsaints * Instagram: @rebelsaintspodcast * TikTok: @RebelSaintsPodcast * For exclusive content find us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/RebelSaintsPodcast * Write us: rebelsaintspodcast@gmail.com

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There is nothing more punk than Catholicism. Rebel Saints is a Catholic podcast exploring Christian discipleship, spiritual growth, and Catholic theology for restless hearts trying to follow Jesus Christ in a modern world.

In an age of algorithms, anxiety, artificial intelligence, and endless scrolling, how do we live out our Christian faith? St. Augustine wrote, "Our hearts are restless until they rest in You." Sixteen hundred years later, we're still restless — we just have smartphones now.

Hosted by Catholic journalist, youth minister, and mother Nicole Olea, this show offers a fresh laywoman’s perspective on the ancient Church. Whether you are a cradle Catholic, a recent convert, a scripture seeker, or a skeptic, this podcast tackles the hard questions about faith and culture.

Through thoughtful interviews, compelling storytelling, Catholic Church history, Scripture reflections, and the inspiring lives of the saints, Nicole dives into what it actually means to build a daily prayer life today. The Church has outlived empires, revolutions, and pandemics. She isn't afraid of modernity, and you don't need a perfect life hack or another political hot take to find peace.

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