holy matrimony
In the Episcopal Church, the union of two persons in the sacrament of marriage is intended for their “mutual joy, for the help and comfort they will give to each other in prosperity and adversity, and, when it is God's will, for the gift and heritage of children and their nurture in the knowledge and love of God” (Constitution and Canons, 2018). It is unconditional, mutual, exclusive, faithful, and lifelong. The union of two persons, through God’s blessing, becomes a visible sign of the union between Christ and his Church. And the marriage of two persons in the Church affirms the importance of all Christians to uphold one another in their lives of faith. In accordance with the canons of the Episcopal Church, same-gender weddings are welcomed and celebrated at Good Shepherd.
In the Episcopal Church, one member of the couple must be a baptized Christian in order to be married in the Church. The first step in inquiring about marriage is to meet with a priest. And as further preparation, a series of pre-marital sessions are led by a priest in order to discuss the Christian understanding of marriage in the context of the lives of the couple.
If you are interested in marriage at the Church of the Good Shepherd, please contact Father Kyle.