ST. MARY'S NORTHCHURCH
UNITED BENEFICE OF NORTHCHURCH & WIGGINTON
WEDDINGS
A wedding ceremony marks the start of a marriage, and all weddings, wherever they take place, are significant. They all mark a public witness to the love that two people have for each other. However, a Church wedding makes certain themes clearer.
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The fact that the promises are made within a supportive community provides a setting in which the marriage can be supported and sustained.​
People have been making their marriage vows here at St Mary's for centuries. Whether you are a regular churchgoer or not, getting married in church allows you to make solemn promises to the one you love, not only in front of your family and friends, but also in the sight of God, and with God’s blessing.
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Marriage, the Bible tells us, is a gift of God in creation and a means of his grace; a holy mystery in which man and woman become one flesh. It is God’s purpose that, as husband and wife give themselves to each other in love throughout their lives, they are united in that love, just as Christ is united in love with his Church.
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Contact our Rector, Jonathan, if you wish to discuss celebrating your wedding with us at St Mary's.
There are some legal requirements concerning who can marry at St Mary's (or in any other Church of England Parish Church), we do require that, either:
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At least one of the couple reside in the parish of Northchurch, or:
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At least one of the couple must be on the Church Electoral Roll. To qualify for membership of the Church Electoral Roll you must attend worship regularly (once a month) for a minimum period of six months. Or:
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There is a proven link between the couple and the parish; IE:
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Your family live here and/or you lived here as a child.
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You were baptised or confirmed at St Mary's.
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Your parents or grandparents were married at St Mary's.
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As part of the planning of your wedding, the Flower Guild at St Mary's can help you with the flowers to decorate the church in the colour scheme of your choice for your special day. Take a look at the Wedding Flower List for more details.