What should I say when I first contact someone?

Your first message is a big deal. You only get to send one message to another member until they send a reply, so your first message should be a good one! With this in mind, you will have a 125 word minimum so be intentional.If you don't ...

By Nathan Lloyd

• Updated June 17, 2026 02:37

What should I do if someone doesn't respond to me?

Unfortunately not everyone who you contact is going to respond and that's okay. It's very normal and it's important not to take it personally. There can be any number of possible reasons and you'll probably never know for sure.   While y...

By Nathan Lloyd

• Updated January 17, 2023 03:18

How can I receive more messages?

The best way to receive as many messages as possible is to make sure that your profile is 100% complete.  Make sure that you re-read your narratives to make sure that they make sense, that your spelling and grammar are accurate, and that...

By Nathan Lloyd

• Updated January 17, 2023 03:15

What can I do if I hear from someone who doesn't meet my criteria?

When someone searches for other members, CatholicMatch shows a listing of everyone who meets their search criteria. Next, the member who is searching will typically view each of the profiles that appear in their search results.  If you r...

By Nathan Lloyd

• Updated January 17, 2023 03:15