[null, null, {"document_url": "http://www.umc.org/search/tag/marriage", "unformatted_src": "http://cdnfiles.umc.org/Website_Properties/Resources/images/_pm-cache/candy-hearts-208x138-208x138.jpg", "src": "http://cdnfiles.umc.org/Website_Properties/Resources/images/_pm-cache/candy-hearts-208x138-208x138.jpg", "formatted_filename": "candy hearts", "alt_text": "Candy hearts express sentiments appropriate for Valentine\u2019s Day. Photo by Kathleen Barry, United Methodist Communications."}, null, {"document_url": "http://www.umc.org/search/tag/marriage", "unformatted_src": "http://cdnfiles.umc.org/Website_Properties/Resources/images/images/_pm-cache/wedding-rings-blessing-page-208x116.jpg", "src": "http://cdnfiles.umc.org/Website_Properties/Resources/images/images/_pm-cache/wedding-rings-blessing-page-208x116.jpg", "formatted_filename": "wedding rings blessing page", "alt_text": "Rings sit on text from the wedding service in the United Methodist Book of Worship. Photo illustration by Fran Walsh, United Methodist Communications."}, null, {"document_url": "http://www.umc.org/search/tag/marriage", "unformatted_src": "http://cdnfiles.umc.org/Website_Properties/Resources/images/images/_pm-cache/social_principles_mike_dubose_208x138-208x138.jpg", "src": "http://cdnfiles.umc.org/Website_Properties/Resources/images/images/_pm-cache/social_principles_mike_dubose_208x138-208x138.jpg", "formatted_filename": "social principles mike dubose", "alt_text": "a copy of the United Methodist Book of Discipline, photo by Mike DuBose, UMNS"}, null, {"document_url": "http://www.umc.org/search/tag/marriage", "unformatted_src": "http://cdnfiles.umc.org/Website_Properties/news-media/images/_pm-cache/wedding-chapel-elkhart-truth-208x158.jpg", "src": "http://cdnfiles.umc.org/Website_Properties/news-media/images/_pm-cache/wedding-chapel-elkhart-truth-208x158.jpg", "formatted_filename": "wedding chapel elkhart truth", "alt_text": "Photo by The Elkhart Truth"}, null, {"document_url": "http://www.umc.org/search/tag/marriage", "unformatted_src": "http://cdnfiles.umc.org/Website_Properties/news-media/images/_pm-cache/dobbs-oates-marriage-proposal-valentine-cupid-208x152.jpg", "src": "http://cdnfiles.umc.org/Website_Properties/news-media/images/_pm-cache/dobbs-oates-marriage-proposal-valentine-cupid-208x152.jpg", "formatted_filename": "dobbs oates marriage proposal valentine cupid", "alt_text": "Jennifer Dobbs and Matthew Oates share a moment after she said, \u201cYes\u201d to his proposal of marriage in July 2008. Photo by Marsha Esau."}, null, {"document_url": "http://www.umc.org/search/tag/marriage", "unformatted_src": "http://cdnfiles.umc.org/Website_Properties/features/_pm-cache/umns13_191_1_lightbox-208x141.jpg", "src": "http://cdnfiles.umc.org/Website_Properties/features/_pm-cache/umns13_191_1_lightbox-208x141.jpg", "formatted_filename": "umns lightbox"}, null, {"document_url": "http://www.umc.org/search/tag/marriage", "unformatted_src": "http://cdnfiles.umc.org/Website_Properties/features/_pm-cache/umns13_092_1_lightbox-208x106.jpg", "src": "http://cdnfiles.umc.org/Website_Properties/features/_pm-cache/umns13_092_1_lightbox-208x106.jpg", "formatted_filename": "umns lightbox"}, null, {"document_url": "http://www.umc.org/search/tag/marriage", "unformatted_src": "http://cdnfiles.umc.org/Website_Properties/features/_pm-cache/umns13_040_1_lightbox-208x147.jpg", "src": "http://cdnfiles.umc.org/Website_Properties/features/_pm-cache/umns13_040_1_lightbox-208x147.jpg", "formatted_filename": "umns lightbox", "alt_text": "A military couple hold hands during a From Warrior to Soul Mate retreat. Photo by William Buchanan."}, null]
Skip Navigation Items Tagged "Marriage"

21 Tagged Items Found Three ways to say “I love you”

Couples’ coach gives tips to be year-round Valentines. “I'm convinced that if couples focus on these three things, the romance will come.” Read More I do: How United Methodists understand Christian marriage

Being a pastor in a 5-4 world

After a 5-4 decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to legalize same-sex marriage, Rev. Travis Garner says there are not “two sides” to the issue, there are individuals with unique experiences. Read More What is the denomination’s position on homosexuality?

Learn more about the denomination's position on homosexuality. Read More

Can my former pastor come back to perform my wedding?

You will first need to talk with the pastor at the church where your wedding will be held. Read More

The pastor says that he has to approve all my wedding plans. Is that correct?

Learn the answer here. Read More

Can I get married in any United Methodist church that I choose?

Local United Methodist churches set their own wedding policies and fees. Read More Going to the chapel of love

Trinity United Methodist Church in Elkhart, Indiana is offering free weddings on Valentine's Day as a way to promote the positives of marriage. Visit Site Cupid in The United Methodist Church

FAQs: Weddings


Social Principles: The Nurturing Community U.S. court rulings impact same-sex couples

This morning's U.S. Supreme Court decisions likely will intensify United Methodists' ongoing debate about human sexuality. Read More Church says no I do’s until all can marry

North Carolina church will still offer premarital counseling and blessings, but no weddings until denomination allows same-sex marriage. Read More Veterans learn skills to strengthen marriage

Page 1 of 2  1 2 >