You may contact the church office for a copy of the Declaration. Christian marriage presupposes maintaining the high moral standards expected of those who follow the Lord Jesus. Only the Covenant of Marriage itself is a sign of a life-long commitment. Therefore, any sexual relationship, or the appearance of such, outside of marriage, is a misrepresentation of the Church's belief concerning marriage and commitment to Christ. Except in limited circumstances, any couple living together must agree to separate living arrangements until the wedding day.
Premarital counseling is obligatory.
Because the marriage relationship is so important, the Church insists on adequate counseling before the ceremony takes place. The regulations for use of the Church will then be discussed and, if agreed upon, a wedding date will be set. Applications must be received by the church office at least six months in advance of the proposed wedding date. In order for counseling sessions and other arrangements to be scheduled, this advance notice requirement is a vital one. No wedding date or time is guaranteed until the couple has been approved by the priest at the second session and the details confirmed.