Marriage

Marriage

We affirm that marriage is a gift of God through which Christians make a covenant with one another and with God. This section provides an overview of marriage, including same-sex marriage, within the United Church.

Affirming Congregations and Ministries

Affirming United Church of Canada congregations and ministries have made a commitment to welcome all people regardless of their sexual orientation.
Chronology of Marriage and Equality Rights in the United Church

A chronology of major United Church studies, reports, and decisions from 1960 to the present.
Commonly Asked Questions

Answers to commonly asked questions regarding weddings in United Churches, gay and lesbian marriage services, and more.
Congregational Marriage Policies

A checklist of things a congregation might wish to include in a marriage policy.
Jewish-Christian Marriage

Additions to the 'Passion and Freedom' resource not included in the book(s).
Marriage Policy Statements

Policy statements on marriage and marriage preparation, statements on marriages between faiths, and gay and lesbian marriage.
Marriage Resources

Resources for couples, ministers, and leaders on marriage and marriage preparation, and to help congregations engage in a discussion on same-sex marriage.
News Items

A list of news items related to marriage and life partnership in the United Church

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