• Anyone who lives in the parish of Send, (which includes Send Marsh).
• Anyone living outside the parish who worships regularly at St Mary's.
• Anyone who can demonstrate a bona fide and continuing connection with St Mary's Church.

• At least 16 years old.
• Persons who are 16 or 17 years old need the consent of parents or guardians.

• Theoretically, any day between 8.00am and 6.00pm.
• Only after the necessary legal preliminaries, usually the publication of banns, but sometimes a common licence or special licence.
• At a time convenient to the minister.

• The basic cost of a marriage service in the Church of England is currently about £250.
• There are additional fees for organ, choir, and bells, heating, and recording the service.
• The total cost depends on what you want.

• No. But as the marriage vows are made 'in the presence of God' one assumes you would be sympathetic to the Christian faith and the rites and traditions of the Christian Church.

• Only if you live in the parish.

• No and yes.
• No, because no one can force you. But then if you're not interested in developing your faith why do you want to get married in church?

• Maybe. In some circumstances I am prepared to conduct marriages for people who are divorced. We would need to talk about what is possible.

• Of course you can.

• Fine. As long as it is not too near the porch.

• Sure. But not during the ceremony.

• Can a fish swim? Of course you can. I look forward to talking with you and making the arrangements. We'll need to think carefully about what you want. 'Blessings' range from being very simple and quiet occasions to more elaborate events that can be very similar to weddings.

• Easily.

• That's a great idea. You could do this privately and quietly on your own or more publically with family and friends. Occasions like this can be reassuring times of thanksgiving and re-commitment. How about renewing your vows? Let's get together and sort something out. I'll be glad to help.

Please contact the Priest-in-Charge, (any day except Tuesday)

 I look forward to hearing from you.