Diocese of San Jose Validates 102 Marriages in California
Learn about the Diocese of San Jose's initiative that allowed 102 couples to regularize their religious union and receive Communion again in California.
TL;DR
- 102 couples in the Diocese of San Jose had their marriages religiously validated in late 2026.
- The 'Radiate Love' initiative aimed to integrate civilly married couples into full sacramental life, including receiving the Eucharist.
- The 'Witness to Love' program paired couples with experienced mentors to guide them through the process.
- Preparation focused on the theology of marriage as a covenant with God.
- Celebrations were divided into large community Masses and private ceremonies.
- Convalidation regularizes a civil marriage under Catholic law, allowing couples to receive Communion.
- The initiative was more successful than anticipated, drawing 102 couples instead of the projected 15.