God our Father, you have taught us through your Son that love is the fulfilling of the law. Grant to these your servants that loving one another they may continue in your love until their lives’ end; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
This prayer, from the marriage liturgy in the Book of Alternative Services, speaks of God’s love and our human love as being interconnected. It speaks of the journey of faith taken by each partner and by the partners together. The Anglican Church believes that marriage is a life long committment made in faith together.
Because, in the words of the Marriage service; It is a way of life that all should reverence, and none should lightly undertake
(BAS p. 542) we encourage you to contact our parish office as one of the first steps in planning your wedding. We require a minimum of 3 months notice before scheduling a wedding in the parish. Marriage in the Anglican Church is governed by National Church policies as well as local Diocesan policies and Nova Scotia Provincial law, so it is important that you discuss your intentions and plans before making firm commitments about other aspects of your anticipated wedding. Marriage preparation is also required. This will happen in consultation with the clergy who will be officiating at your wedding. We will be pleased to help you in preparing to celebrate this important day in your lives.
For further details about holding your wedding at St. John’s, contact our Parish Office.
