Martin de Vos, Marriage at Cana, Detail, 1596-97

   •  THE BOND AND COVENANT of marriage was established by God in creation, and our Lord Jesus Christ adorned this manner or life by his presence and first miracle at a wedding in Cana of Galilee. It signifies to us the mystery of the union between Christ and his Church, and Holy Scripture commends it to be honored among all people.
   
The Union of husband and wife in heart, body and mind is intended by God for their mutual joy; for the help and comfort given one another in prosperity and adversity; and when it is God’s will, for the procreation of children and their nurture in the knowledge and love of the Lord. Therefore, deliberately, and in accordance with the purposes for which it was instituted by God.
- 1979 Book of Common Prayer, p. 423

 

Wedding Rehearsal

A wedding rehearsal normally takes place one or two days before the wedding. When scheduling your wedding, please schedule the rehearsal as well.

ALL MEMBERS OF THE WEDDING PARTY must be present for the rehearsal and should arrive at least five minutes early.

BRING YOUR MARRIAGE LICENSE to the rehearsal. This is mandatory. No license, no rehearsal, no wedding.

PLEASE BE PUNCTUAL. Arrive at least five minutes before the rehearsal is scheduled to begin.

MUSICIANS do not attend the rehearsal.

 

 

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WEDDING INFORMATION
Introduction
Requirements for Marriage
Parish Guidelines
Bishop's Guidelines
Fees and Music
Seating
Rehearsal
Reception
Photography

READINGS DURING THE CEREMONY
Introduction
Old Testament Lections
Psalms
Epistle Lections
Gospel Lections

 
 

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