Marriage Preparation Course

Every couple who plan to marry at All Saints Fulham is encouraged to attend the marriage preparation course which is run by the clergy and a Relate counsellor, together with representatives of the Parish Visitors.

There are three sessions which take place at the Middle Room. They last for two hours and food is provided.

The first session provides an opportunity for approximately eight couples to meet each other and the clergy. The first half of the evening looking at the practicalities of the wedding, including:

• Music

• Readings

• Flowers

• Ushers

• Photographers

• Service Sheets

• Bridesmaids

• Cars etc.

The emphasis is on reassuring couples that we want their wedding to be special and will do all we can to make sure the service runs smoothly.  The latter half of the evening then looks at the wedding service in detail, together with its history, symbolism and meaning.

The second and third sessions are in smaller groups with a Relate counsellor.  The evenings start with a simple supper of pizza and salad – an opportunity for couples to swap experience about organising their weddings.  The rest of the evening focuses on relationships, commitment, listening skills, potential problems that might arise and ways to deal with them.  Couples are encouraged to share experiences, challenge statements and ask questions.

Although the subject of marriage and human relationships cannot be mastered in these short sessions, the feedback is excellent and couples are usually grateful for the opportunity to think about each other and what marriage means.

Contact

The Parish Office

Email                Secretary@AllSaints-Fulham.org.uk

Telephone        020 7736 3264