• Marriage is intended by God to be a creative relationship.
• His blessing enables husband and wife to love and support each other always.
• They will share in the care and upbringing of children.
• It is an invitation to share life together in the spirit of Jesus Christ.
• The ceremony sets out the solemn, public and life-long covenant between a man and a woman, declared and celebrated in the presence of God and before witnesses.*
  
  
• The aim of marriage preparation is to help couples enjoy their special day and understand their commitment to each other.
• They will be invited by the Vicar to discuss the meaning and content of the wedding service.
• The Vicar also helps rehearse the church service, so that they can fully enjoy the occasion.

*Derived from the Preface to the ‘Marriage Service' in Common Worship.