Catholic vs. non-religious wedding

Second a lot of people here. If neither one of you even believe in it please do not have a catholic wedding. I think a lot of families want that because they inherently also want you to believe in it and if you don't you really shouldn't not just for you but also out of respect for those who are.

Yes what Marion is saying is true but it doesn't sound like either of you are catholic or agree/would vow to follow certain catholic beliefs that people do when they enter into the sacrament of marriage. I would maybe explain it to his family that way, that it isn't what you believe and the last thing you want is to disrespect those who do?

If you don't want to be married in the church, don't. But I really do suggest premarital counseling (Catholics do that) and maybe that would help with their wants... And it'll also help with your marriage in general