Marriage Application
Preparing for a Christ-Centered Marriage
Future Husbands and Wives,
Getting married is one of the most important decisions that you will make in your lifetime. Because of the magnitude of this decision, we believe that it is of the utmost importance that a couple be encouraged, fully informed, and instructed in God’s design for marriage. Marriage is one of the most important commitments you will make. We believe couples should enter marriage with a biblical understanding of God’s design, honest communication, and the practical tools needed to build a healthy, Christ-centered relationship.
Calvary Chapel Clayton offers premarital discipleship for engaged couples who want to prepare intentionally for marriage. You may request premarital discipleship whether or not you are asking a Calvary Chapel Clayton pastor to officiate your wedding.
Getting married is one of the most important decisions that you will make in your lifetime. Because of the magnitude of this decision, we believe that it is of the utmost importance that a couple be encouraged, fully informed, and instructed in God’s design for marriage. Marriage is one of the most important commitments you will make. We believe couples should enter marriage with a biblical understanding of God’s design, honest communication, and the practical tools needed to build a healthy, Christ-centered relationship.
Calvary Chapel Clayton offers premarital discipleship for engaged couples who want to prepare intentionally for marriage. You may request premarital discipleship whether or not you are asking a Calvary Chapel Clayton pastor to officiate your wedding.
What Does Premarital Discipleship Include?
We have found that pre-marriage discipleship is an invaluable tool that encourages the couple to discuss all aspects of the marriage relationship before saying "I do." Our premarital discipleship consists of six sessions with a pastor or approved ministry leader. During these meetings, couples will study and discuss important areas of marriage, including:
These sessions are designed to help couples build a strong biblical foundation while encouraging honest and meaningful conversations before marriage.
- God’s Intent for Marriage
- Love and Covenant
- Roles and Responsibilities
- Communication
- Forgiveness
- Resolving Conflict
These sessions are designed to help couples build a strong biblical foundation while encouraging honest and meaningful conversations before marriage.
When Should We Begin?
The six sessions generally take three to six months to complete. We encourage couples to begin as early as possible and complete all six sessions at least one to two months before their wedding date.
Requesting a Pastor to Officiate Your Wedding
Premarital discipleship is required for couples requesting a Calvary Chapel Clayton pastor to officiate their wedding.
Submitting an application and completing premarital discipleship does not guarantee that one of our pastors will be available to officiate your ceremony. Your wedding date must be discussed with and confirmed by the pastor before making plans based on his availability.
Submitting an application and completing premarital discipleship does not guarantee that one of our pastors will be available to officiate your ceremony. Your wedding date must be discussed with and confirmed by the pastor before making plans based on his availability.
Begin the Process
Please complete the application below to request premarital discipleship. The application will also allow you to indicate whether you are requesting a Calvary Chapel Clayton pastor to officiate your wedding.
After receiving your application, a member of our ministry team will contact you regarding the next steps.
After receiving your application, a member of our ministry team will contact you regarding the next steps.
Additional Information
There is no required fee for a Calvary Chapel Clayton pastor to officiate your wedding. Couples may give the pastor an honorarium in appreciation for his preparation and time.
For weddings held outside the local area, couples are generally expected to provide necessary travel arrangements and lodging. If this presents a financial difficulty, please discuss it with the pastor in advance.
Submitting this application does not reserve the Calvary Chapel Clayton building. If you are interested in using the church facilities for your wedding, please review our Building Use Policy and contact the church office.
For weddings held outside the local area, couples are generally expected to provide necessary travel arrangements and lodging. If this presents a financial difficulty, please discuss it with the pastor in advance.
Submitting this application does not reserve the Calvary Chapel Clayton building. If you are interested in using the church facilities for your wedding, please review our Building Use Policy and contact the church office.
Stay Connected
Engaged couples are also welcome to attend our monthly Marriage Ministry gatherings for biblical teaching, prayer, fellowship, and encouragement.
Please note: A Calvary Chapel Pastor will officiate your wedding at no cost, but you are more than welcome to donate to the Pastor, considering his travel and time. However, if you are hosting your wedding out of town, it's recommended that you provide travel arrangements and/or lodging. If you are financially unable to provide travel arrangements and/or lodging, please let the Pastor know ahead of time.