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The Anglican Parish of Sorrento and Rye
Marriage Ministry
Incorporating
the two Churches of
St. John in Sorrento (Left)
and St. Andrew in Rye (Right)
Locum Priest: The Reverend Dr. John Spring
Associate Priest for Weddings: The Reverend
John Goldsworthy
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Wedding Costs
We
are delighted that you are considering being married in St. John’s Church,
Sorrento or St. Andrew’s Church, Rye.
The Wedding Fee of $1000 is a
fixed fee for either
Church.
This fee covers the
following:
- A Priest of the Parish
who assists
you with documentation, details of your wedding service, your rehearsal and
officiating at your ceremony. (If, after consultation with our Parish Priest, you invite another
priest/minister to be involved, please ensure that they receive separate
recompense). - Marriage
Education Program
You receive a Couple
Workbook at your first
Interview and will be asked to attend the Preparation Session (see below). - Church Organist
(Music
Information Brochure will be made available). - Church Flowers
Traditional
classic arrangements of white and cream with greenery are provided.
White or
cream bows are placed on pews. The ambience of the stained
glass windows
highlights the beauty of this historic church. - The Verger
who prepares
the Church and is in attendance during the service. - Your donation to
the Church and a small fee to the Anglican Diocese of Melbourne.
Following your initial
interview with our Priest
please forward a non-refundable deposit
of $200,
within 14 days, to confirm your booking. The balance of your
Wedding Fee
is required one month before your wedding on receipt of our invoice.
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Wedding Documents
Requirements of the Marriage
Act (1961) – Commonwealth of Australia:
- Notice of Intended Marriage
This form needs to be completed by the couple and the officiating priest not
more than 18 months and not less than one month prior to the intended date of
the marriage. - Birth Certificates
The officiating priest must see the bride’s and groom’s Birth Certificate or
Extract of Birth. - Re-Marriage
The officiating priest is required to see documentary evidence of the death of
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Other Requirements
- Baptism or Confirmation
Certificate of Baptism or Confirmation of at least one party is desirable if
you choose to be married in the Anglican Church. - Couples Who Attend Another Church
If you are involved in another Church we ask that, out of courtesy, you notify
your Priest or Minister of your intention to be married in our Church. - Appointments and Contact with Your Officiating
Priest
Your first appointment is to meet and complete documents, with follow-up emails about any special requests and the drafting of your order of service.
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Wedding Service
- Ushers
Please arrange for two people to come early to welcome your guests, hand out
your Order of Service or books and show guests to their seats. - Photography
We appreciate that you will want to have a special record of your wedding.
However, we want to avoid the taking of photos distracting from the
significance of the ceremony. Several opportunities are given during the
service for photographs to be taken. Floodlights are not permitted. Please ask
your photographer to speak to your officiating priest before the service. - Order of Service
If you choose to print your Order of Service, please note that when words of
hymns, songs, prayers etc. are reproduced, their source must be acknowledged. - Music
To arrange your music requirements please consult with the organist. (see below
for contact details). - Readings
Members of your family or friends are welcome to read these. Readings are
chosen in consultation with your officiating priest. At least one reading is
required from the Bible. - Rose Petals and Bubbles are Permitted but no Confetti or Rice
Please respect that no confetti or rice is to be thrown in the Church or in the
grounds
- Contact the Parish
Office 03(5985 1399) for any information about the preparation of the Church.
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Marriage Education Program
All couples who plan to be
married at St John’s or
St Andrew’s are asked to attend a Preparation Session on a Sunday afternoon from 2pm until 5pm.
A date suitable for you to
attend before your
wedding will be given to you well in advance.
Afternoon Tea is provided.
Shirley and John Goldsworthy
conduct this Session.
They are experienced Couple Relationship Educators. Shirley is a
registered
Counselling Psychologist and her Workbook for Couples, “I, You and Us,
creating
a loving, lasting marriage” will be given to you beforehand to read
through and
discuss the couple questions. "I, You and Us" has received outstanding reviews. Click to view reviews1 and review 2
The content includes:
- Communication:
Effective listening and Problem Solving Skills.
- Staying connected
and strengthening your intimate love.
- Balancing
Togetherness and Separateness
- Exploring
Values,
Roles and Expectations.
- Keeping
fun,
romance and passion alive.
The Preparation Session also
provides opportunity
for you to talk about further details relating to your Wedding Service
and the
preparation of printing your Order of Service.
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Wedding Enquiries
If
you require any further information about your wedding or the seminar please do
not hesitate to phone.
The Church Wedding Secretary is available for bookings and enquiries:-
Tuesdays 9am - 1 pm Phone (03) 5985 1399
You may also use the enquiry form below.
Parish Office
Hours
are 9am – 1pm Monday to Friday – Phone (03) 5985 1399.
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Contacts
Parish Office 9am - 1pm Monday to Friday
Ph: (03)5985 1399
Fax: (03)59852948
Email: stjsstas@satlink.com.au
Postal Address: PO Box 391 Rye Vic 3941
Locum Priest The Reverend Dr.John Spring
Ph: (03) 5985 6030
Associate Priest Reverend John Goldsworthy
Ph: (03) 5985 6625
Organist Norman Pilkington
Ph: (03) 5986 2585
Flowers St John's Mrs Heather Johnston
Ph: (03) 5984 2627
Flowers St Andrew's Mrs. Prue Found
Ph: (03) 5985 5767
Please notify the Wedding Secretary in advance if you wish to engage an outside florist to arrange your flowers.
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