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Preparing for Marriage on Information Booklet  \nCouples applying to be married in a church ceremony are required to prepare for marriage with either pre-marriage counselling or a course. Some options may be more suited to you depending on what is available in your area and your age and stage of life.  \nThis requirement does not apply to couples wanting to renew marriage vows, but may be a good option for couples who have been married in a civil ceremony and would like to explore a Christian understanding of marriage.  \nWE WOULD LIKE TO PREPARE FOR OUR MARRIAGE BY:  \n(Please choose from an option)  \nMARRIAGE CELEBRANT  \nSee 2. Who Can Take a Wedding? in Information Booklet  \nOnly an ordained church minister on the New Zealand register Our preferred marriage celebrant is:  \n\n| (Please choose preferred option) |  |\n| --- | --- |\n\nPlease provide Minister’s name and contact details and ensure they are on the NZ register of ordained church celebrants. (By default the local vicar’s details are shown below, you may need this information if you are applying for a marriage licence) .  \nAre there any questions you have about choosing a church marriage celebrant?  \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION  \nGUEST NUMBERS  \nSeating is only available for 50-55 people in The Church of the Good Shepherd.  \nWE EXPECT THE FOLLOWING NUMBER OF GUESTS  \nWITNESSES  \nTwo Witnesses are required for a Marriage Ceremony.  \nThe church is able to provide witness for couples who are travelling to the church on their own.  \n(Please choose from an option)  \nIf you have witnesses already chosen please provide their names and full residential address below.(They must be 18 years or older and understand the language in which the vows are being made) .  \nWITNESS 1  \nADDRESS  \nWITNESS 2  \nADDRESS  \nWHY DO YOU WISH TO BE MARRIED AT THE CHURCH OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD?  \nPLEASE NOTE: To help us process this application please make sure all of the information is provided. All applications are subject to the approval of the Minister/Vicar of the Mackenzie Cooperating Parish and all communication must be made through the Parish Office not through third parties.  \n[RETURN BY EMAIL:](RETURN BY EMAIL: minister@mackenziechurch.org.nz)[ ](RETURN BY EMAIL: minister@mackenziechurch.org.nz)[minister@mackenziechurch.org.nz](RETURN BY EMAIL: minister@mackenziechurch.org.nz)  \nOR POST TO: THE VICARAGE, 11 KIRKE STREET, FAIRLIE 7925, NEW ZEALAND","cbCaiglo8It52ihz","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiglo8It52ihz","pdf",78471,"English","# Marriage Application Form\n## Couple Details\n## Ceremony Requirements and Preparation\n## Marriage Celebrant\n## Additional Information\n## Guest Numbers and Witnesses\n## Application Submission","[{\"question\":\"What details are required from the bride and groom on this application form?\",\"answer\":\"The form requests full names, dates of birth, addresses, phone numbers, emails, relationship status, and church membership for both bride and groom.\"},{\"question\":\"What are the requirements for marriage preparation for couples applying for a church ceremony?\",\"answer\":\"Couples applying for a church ceremony are required to prepare for marriage through either pre-marriage counselling or a course, with options depending on local availability and their age and life stage.\"},{\"question\":\"Are guest numbers and witnesses required, and what limits apply?\",\"answer\":\"Seating is available for 50-55 people in the church. 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