Weddings
Marriage is a gift God has given to all humankind for the well-being of the entire human family. Marriage is a civil contract between a woman and a man. For Christians marriage is a covenant through which a man and a woman are called to live out together before God their lives of discipleship. In a service of Christian marriage a lifelong commitment is made by a woman and a man to each other, publicly witnessed and acknowledged by the community of faith.
-- Book of Order, Presbyterian Church (USA), W-4.9001
Surely there are few experiences in life to compare to the joy and significance of Christian marriage. The commitment of one to another in marriage is both unique and sacred, and deserves the utmost thought, care, and planning. The Book of Order of the Presbyterian Church (USA) states that “as a service of Christian worship, the marriage service is under the direction of the minister and the supervision of the session.”. Accordingly, the session of St. Charles Avenue Presbyterian Church has established the following policy to direct couples as they prepare for marriage in this church: Wedding Policy Manual.
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