Marriage

Many Congratulations! You are looking forward to your very special day and at All Saints you have found the very special place for your ceremony.

Your Wedding at All Saint

As you approach the church, hidden up a leafy lane, deep in the countryside, with views over golf course and River Crouch, it seems as if you are stepping back into the past. The church with its unique patchwork of walls, its old pews and leaded windows is deeply embedded into the history of the village. And yet, concealed within this Victorian country church exterior, are 21st century facilities including a small but beautiful reception hall ideal to welcome your guests with a drink or to allow them to mingle while photos are being taken.

But how do you arrange to marry in this beautiful country church?

If you live in the Parish of Creeksea – it’s simple. Just call the Vicar – Revd Vera Wadman and she’ll explain what you need to do.

If you live elsewhere, it is Church of England policy that you need to have a connection to marry at All Saints. If you or your parents or grandparents have lived in the village – or have worshipped at the church, then you already have a connection. If you were baptised at the church, then you have a connection. But if you don’t seem to qualify you can form a connection by attending the church regularly   for worship for at least six months. This means coming to church at least twice a month for that time.  Our church is open for two, sometimes three services on a Sunday with a choice of the Book of Common Prayer Communion, Family Services and modern communions with a monthly Choral Evensong – so there is plenty of variety in the style and timing of worship. 

During the weeks preceding your wedding there will be opportunities to meet with the minister to discuss your service and talk through the exquisitely beautiful and historic vows you are planning to make.  As you choose your readings there is time to reflect on the power of love as expressed in some well-known passages  such as St Paul’s letter to the Corinthians

Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.