Weddings
The essence of marriage is a covenanted commitment that has its foundation in the faithfulness of God's love. The marriage ceremony is the glad occasion on which two people unite in the mutual exchange of covenant promises. The one presideing acts as an official representative of the church and gives the marriage the church's blessing. The congregation joins in affirming the marriage and in offering support and thanksgiving for the new family.
Our Pastor will meet couples prior to the marriage ceremony in order to counsel them concerning the Christian understanding of the marriage relationship. Currently, Love to Stay: Sex, Grace, and Commitment by Adam Hamilton is used as the basis for these sessions along with other materials assembled by our Pastor.
Congregational participation, ethnic traditions, and local customs will be taken into consideration when planning the Order of Marriage. Hymns and other music of joy, praise, and thanksgiving may be included in the service after consultation with the congregation's music leaders and in keeping with a sense of the appropriateness of their use in a religious service.
A Christian marriage ceremony is a service of worship offered to God. Family and friends of the couple may be invited to share the leadership of the service by reading scripture or by offering prayers or in other ways.
The Pastor's current practice is to conform to the laws in the State of Missouri regarding marriages.
Our Pastor will meet couples prior to the marriage ceremony in order to counsel them concerning the Christian understanding of the marriage relationship. Currently, Love to Stay: Sex, Grace, and Commitment by Adam Hamilton is used as the basis for these sessions along with other materials assembled by our Pastor.
Congregational participation, ethnic traditions, and local customs will be taken into consideration when planning the Order of Marriage. Hymns and other music of joy, praise, and thanksgiving may be included in the service after consultation with the congregation's music leaders and in keeping with a sense of the appropriateness of their use in a religious service.
A Christian marriage ceremony is a service of worship offered to God. Family and friends of the couple may be invited to share the leadership of the service by reading scripture or by offering prayers or in other ways.
The Pastor's current practice is to conform to the laws in the State of Missouri regarding marriages.
Wedding Fees & Honorariums
First, weddings need to be scheduled at least 3 months ahead of time and a deposit in the amount of $100 needs to be paid in full to reserve the date on the church calendar.
Minister's Honorarium (suggestion): $125
Accompanist (if available): $100
Accompanist at Rehearsal (if available): $50
Cleaning Fee / Deposit: $100
Minister's Honorarium (suggestion): $125
Accompanist (if available): $100
Accompanist at Rehearsal (if available): $50
Cleaning Fee / Deposit: $100