To be married at Christ Church, you must be an active member of this parish. Contact the Church Office (655-3379) for a copy of Wedding Standards at Christ Church.

Two good resources for exploration are the Bible and the Episcopal Church's The Book of Common Prayer; both of these are available for review in our pews and in our library. There is also additional literature available in the brochure racks in our entrance hallways. If you are considering joining St. Mark's and thus have signed up to receive our On Lion newsletter, you will know when we are holding newcomer or confirmation classes. See similar questions...

It is both Protestant and Catholic. Since we are not in communion with the Church of Rome, it considers us Protestant. But our doctrines and practices are mostly more ancient than those of most Protestant churches, so we are also Catholic. An excellent way to put a label on the Episcopal Church is to think of us as the bridge church between the two great traditions, practicing what we believe to be the best of both. See similar questions...

Yes, although if you have been divorced most churches will not marry you without prior counseling by the church officials. See similar questions...

Our church inherits many centuries of catholic and apostolic tradition. Missionaries brought Christianity to England in the second century. The faith flourished and became organized as the Church of England in the 16th century. English colonists brought the Anglican (English) Church to the United States. After the American Revolution, it separated from the Church of England and became known as the Episcopal Church. Christ was our founder. See similar questions...

We expect all Episcopalians to have been Baptized. Nothing more is required to participate in the life of the church. If you want to be baptized, contact the office to make arrangements. If you wish to make a public, adult, affirmation of faith, you may choose to be Confirmed at the next bishop's visitation. If you were already confirmed in a church in the apostolic succession, you would instead be Received. See similar questions...

While we are a ministry of the Episcopal Church we actively seek staff members from a variety of faith backgrounds. We value diversity in beliefs and the sharing and exploration of faith issues that diversity brings. See similar questions...

No you don't. There is no legal duty but the minister may encourage you to attend services. Read the section on religious ceremonies for further information. See similar questions...

In general, Church Law still starts with the ritual Church of the groom, if he is Catholic, or reverts to the bride, if she is the only Catholic partner. If the groom is Eastern, jurisdiction is generally simpler. Unlike the Latin Rite custom of marriage in the bride's parish (if both are of the same ritual Church, e.g., two Byzantines, two Latins, two Maronites, etc.), in a mixed-Rite Catholic Crowning, the ceremony is expected to be in the parish of the groom. See similar questions...

If you want to marry in a Church of England and Wales you may find you are up against some resistance. Previously the Church of England and Wales forbid remarries if either of the partners had been divorced and in many parishes this is still the case. Although some ministers have become more liberal in their way of thinking, particularly if either partner are widowed or they were the innocent party in the dissolving of the marriage. See similar questions...

There is a tract rack in the Narthex with helpful information. Also read the announcement section of the Bulletin, the Good News newsletter, and check the bulletin board outside the south entry. Read the Ministries page for information about other activities. Talk to the Parish Administrator or any Vestry member, especially the person listed for a committee in which you are interested. See similar questions...

A good source is the Episcopal Church in the USA website, take a look at "Seekers & Visitors". See similar questions...

A previous marriage does not, by itself, present any problem. In fact, in many cases, one's marriage can be a significant factor contributing to a grace-filled priestly ministry. See similar questions...

A justice of the peace is acceptable and binding before God. God accepts the law of the land in which we live. Romans chapter 13, verses 1-7 states our need to be under the authority of our government as long as they do not ask us to violate God’s laws. Therefore, getting married by a justice of the peace would be fine. See similar questions...

Perhaps in no other sacramental Mystery are the laws about receiving this Mystery so complex. For a Crowning to be recognized officially by the Church, these regulations must be observed. The reason for this is bound up with the very complex development of Crowning in the history of the Church, East and West. This section doesn't pretend to present all the details. See similar questions...

This old question keeps coming up. A priest acts in the stead of or under the authority of his bishop. The fullness of the priesthood resides in the bishop only, so therefore without a bishop a priest may not validly consecrate the Eucharist or administer any if the sacraments. See similar questions...

Most traditional churches only rent their churches to members. However, Quaker Friends and Unitarian are both willing to rent their churches. See similar questions...

I'm happy to photograph you where ever you get married, regardless of time, place and custom and religion. See similar questions...

The Lifestyle consists of married and non-married relationships. Everyone is on a different level in his or her relationship, determine what you are looking for and at our party you shall find it. It is not a requirement that one be a swinger in order to attend the party. Beware that the party is designed for swingers and is cater to swingers; therefore the chances of you meeting one is 100% for sure. See similar questions...