Holier Matrimony: Married Saints, Catholic Vows, and Sacramental Grace

The Catholic Church offers beautiful and valuable gifts to those who seek Heaven via the vocational path of marriage. Married saints who have already made it to Heaven serve as inspiration and excellent role-models to those of us in the trenches. Most importantly, by means of the grace communicated in a sacramental marriage, Jesus Himself empowers spouses to love as He loves.

If you are an engaged or married Catholic thirsting for holier matrimony than you so often observe, you have come to the right place. This book will help you unwrap and tap into the power of the gifts Jesus has given us through His Church. As you read, you will grow in understanding of your marriage vows, and, more importantly, you will become better equipped to live them out. You will befriend several married saints who also lived out these vows, reflect on how you can emulate their lives and marriages, and ask for their intercession. You will learn to strive constantly towards holiness, and to rely on that most precious gift of marital grace when you and your spouse inevitably fall short.

As married Christians, our ultimate goal is to get ourselves, our spouses, and our children to Heaven. This would be impossible for us to accomplish on our own. But Jesus has given us everything we need: His Church to teach us, His saints to inspire us, and His grace to empower us. Together, let's unwrap these gifts and begin our journey towards Holier Matrimony.

“Many Catholics are aware of the lives of the saints, but far fewer know them as friends and role models for their marriage. Holier Matrimony offers a practical and accessible introduction to the many holy men and women who have lived this vocation with heroic virtue throughout the history of the Church, and experienced joys and crosses familiar to every married couple. I would encourage anyone who desires to enrich their marriage or is preparing for that commitment to take this opportunity to meet these Saints and follow their example of faithfulness and love.” – Father Cassidy Stinson, priest for the Diocese of Richmond, Virginia

“Holier Matrimony by Caitrin Bennett is a must-read for Catholic couples, married or engaged, or anyone who lacks examples of holy marriage in this age that is so fraught with counterfeit love. It’s a great read on your own but will also be fantastic in a group setting. Truly a gem!” – Samantha Stephenson, author of Reclaiming Motherhood from a Culture Gone Mad and host of the podcast “Brave New Us.”