A wedding is one of life’s great moments and Christ Church welcomes these celebrations as a vital part of the Church’s ministry. Christians understand marriage to be a creative relationship – God’s blessing enables two people to love and support each other in good times and bad. Marriage is also seen as an invitation to share life together in the spirit of Jesus Christ. Parish clergy work with this understanding to assist couples in preparing their wedding service as well as helping them prepare for their lives ahead.
Marriage Equality in New Zealand makes legal provision for couples of different or the same gender to marry. Unfortunately, The Anglican Church in Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia is currently unable to offer wedding services for couples of the same gender. We are, however, pleased to be able to offer a Service of Blessing for couples of the same or different genders who have first had a Civil Marriage or Civil Union.
The ceremonies must be carried out by a member of the Christ Church clergy. The chapels are not available for use by external clergy or celebrants.
Marriage Equality in New Zealand makes legal provision for couples of different or the same gender to marry. Unfortunately, The Anglican Church in Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia is currently unable to offer wedding services for couples of the same gender. We are, however, pleased to be able to offer a Service of Blessing for couples of the same or different genders who have first had a Civil Marriage or Civil Union.
The ceremonies must be carried out by a member of the Christ Church clergy. The chapels are not available for use by external clergy or celebrants.