Your Wedding at Bethel

A wedding is the result of two people loving each other so much that they want to spend the rest of their lives together.

Your wedding at Bethel means that you want God to bless you as you begin that new life together as husband and wife.

Your wedding ceremony gives you an opportunity to make vows to each other with God and your guests as witnesses. The Bible readings show that God is the giver of love, and that as you love each other, you reflect some of the qualities of God.

As you begin married life, we pray with you that you will keep God at the centre of the marriage so that it remains strong enough to withstand the storms life will bring along, and so filled with God’s joy that you live happily and faithfully together all your lives.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1 What does it cost to get married at Bethel?

There is a flat fee of £150 to get married at Bethel. This includes all of the following:

{ Initial wedding planning meeting

{ Follow-up meeting for music and service planning

{ Wedding rehearsal meeting

{ Wedding ceremony

{ Standard flower arrangements in church

{ Permission to video record ceremony

{ Permission for flash photography

{ Use of gardens for photographs

{ Certificate of Marriage

{ Organist’s fees

{ Use of PA system and operator (if required)

Q2. When shall I pay?

At the wedding rehearsal by the latest please. If paying by cheque, please make payable to ‘Bethel Chapel’

Q3. How long does the service last?

Including signing of the register, usually no more than 45 minutes.

Q4. What about the music and hymns?

These are discussed at the initial meeting and help is given with suggestions if needed.

Q5. Who can be our witnesses?

Any 2 people over the age of 18 and resident in the UK

Q6. What about the registrar?

You have to make an appointment at Stourbridge or Dudley Register Office (0300 555 2345) to register your intent to marry. Both of you will need to be present. They charge £33.50 each for you to register. Three weeks later you go back to collect the two green certificates. Bring these to Bethel for safe-keeping.

No certificates = no marriage!!

For more information, contact the church office – 01384 892137 or email your Wedding Enquiry