MARRIAGE AND INVALIDITY… Reconciliation and Healing

HOW MUCH DOES A STUDY COST?

An accounting of costs is kept by the Tribunal throughout the case and at the close of the case, the Petitioner is asked to pay a portion of the total cost. No one is penalized for inability to pay the incurred costs, and payment plans are negotiated as needed. Under the present system, the Petitioner pays approximately $305.00 for a study. A formal marriage study costs the Diocese of Rapid City approximately $1051. When a Petitioner submits a petition they are asked to enclose a check for $100 or request a payment plan. The diocese covers the additional costs incurred through the annual Stewardship Appeal. In some instances, for example, with multiple marriages or a requirement for psychiatric consultation, there may be added costs to the Petitioner.