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 What
is marriage?
A wedding is one of life's great moments, a time of solemn commitment as well
as good wishes, feasting and joy. St John tells us how Jesus shared in such an
occasion at Cana, and gave there a sign of new beginnings as he turned water
into wine.
Marriage is intended by God to be a creative relationship, as his blessing
enables husband and wife to love and support each other in good times and in
bad, and to share in the care and upbringing of children. For Christians,
marriage is also an invitation to share life together in the spirit of Jesus
Christ. It is based upon a solemn, public and life-long covenant between a man
and a woman, declared and celebrated in the presence of God and before
witnesses.
Getting married at All Hallows
If you live within the parish boundaries, or if you are a regular worshipper at
All Hallows by the Tower and are on the church electoral roll, you are entitled
to get married in this church. Divorced people are also welcome for re-marriage.
Alternatively, if you can demonstrate a significant connection with this
church, it is possible sometimes to obtain an Archbishop's special licence.
If you would like to explore this possibility, contact a member of the clergy
who will meet with you for a number of times to prepare for the day.
For further information regarding marriage in a Church of England church,
please visit www.cofe.anglican.org/lifechanges
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