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Marriage Arrangement

CHRISTCHURCH NORTH METHODIST PARISH

Marriage arrangement

If you are considering marriage within the context of a Christian setting !
 
For your benefit, the expectations and requirements for such a ceremony at our church are listed down the page.

Couples desiring a church wedding select Christchurch North Methodist Parish for many reasons, most often because one or both consider it to be their “home church".

Other attractive features include
       Seating from 100 and up to 400 guests. 
       Christchurch North Methodist Church had a wide centre aisle.
       Variety of music instrument to choose from, like pipe organ, an electronic keyboard and piano.
       Parking.

If this interests you, look through the rest of our Wedding Page before you call the Church Office to reserve a time.

The Wedding Service
At Christchurch North Methodist Parish, we believe that to be married here, is a privilege and not a right. Since it is a sacred place of worship, we affirm that the wedding service shall be Christian in its tone: reflecting our core values and core beliefs, and our motivating vision.

Preparation
To plan and prepare for the wedding service, we require that you both meet with the minister at mutually acceptable interview times.

Legal Documents
License - To be married you need a Marriage License and you are responsible to obtain one, you will also need to have a conversation with the Parish before you fill the form.

Music
You will select music for your wedding processional and recessional in consultation with the Minister. You are welcome to discuss any special requests with the minister. If you wish a vocal or instrumental soloist to be included, then details should be discussed with the minister and the organist.

Wedding Rehearsal
If you are planning a formal wedding, then you will likely wish to have a rehearsal. If so, it is desirable to have all members of the wedding party present, including the parents of the bride and groom.

Church Decorations
Arrangements for decoration need to be discussed with the minister.

Photographs & Video-tape
Arrangements for video-taping need to be discussed with the minister. Discuss with the minister but we are flexible with this

Confetti
Discuss this with the minster

Fees
Arrangement for the fees of the facility, minister, and organist have to be discuss with the minister

Reserving the Church
This list of details has been drawn up to enable you to plan your wedding with the full knowledge of all that is involved in being married at Christchurch North Methodist Parish.


Once you have discussed and can accept the arrangements listed above, then you are ready to confirm your reservation of the church for your wedding and its rehearsal. This should be done as far in advance of your wedding date as possible. Call the Church Office (              03 352 7952       ) or email chchnorthmeth@xtra.co.nz to make an appointment to see a minister.
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