"Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and they shall become one flesh." Gen 2:24  

Marriage is a sacred covenant ordained by God for the honor and happiness of a man and a woman. While marriage outside the church is recognized in society, the marriage ceremony conducted within the church becomes in a special way a public confession of the Christian faith. A marriage conducted in the church is not merely a ceremony to honor two people in love, but is a public testimony to God’s matchless love and providence at work in the couple’s relationship. A Christian marriage is one where God is at the center of the relationship.

Our church is not in the business of "performing" weddings. It is a community where marriages can be nurtured and grow in depth and maturity. Our desire is to inspire, encourage and equip couples to establish a Christian home and to enter into this sacred relationship not only committed to one another but with a firm commitment to Jesus Christ. The pastor has a sacred trust before God in this matter; therefore, the pastor reserves the right of exercising discretion as to whether or not he should marry a couple who apply for marriage at WOCIC.

There are two basic requirements to be married at WOCIC.  First, both the groom and bride must be professing believers of Jesus Christ, living lives reflective of this profession. Second, at least one of them must be a faithful attendee at WOCIC (for at least 6 months).  We feel a personal responsibility for your marriage and its continual growth. Your commitment to belong to this congregation is a basic foundation for Christian growth and a Christian marriage.  

As you consider marriage at WOCIC we ask that you examine your personal relationship with Jesus Christ as it is exemplified in your attitude and conduct towards God and one another so that you may establish a solid foundation for a Christian home.  Only as we honor God and obey His Word can the foundation for the future be secure.  Couples currently living together must agree to live separately until the day of the wedding. 

All couples will be required to attend pre-marital counseling classes (which will be scheduled once your application is reviewed) as well as attend an Encounter Retreat prior to your wedding day.  You can find out more about the Encounter Retreats here.

It is our sincere conviction that we are responsible before God to do what we can to prepare couples for marriage.  We want to have the confidence that the marriages performed at WOCIC meet the standards which God has established in Scripture and therefore receive His blessing.

If you are interested in a wedding ceremony at WOCIC, please read the Planning For Your Marriage Ceremony and submit an Application.