Menorca is a popular destination for wedding blessings.
In Spain, Marriage is a civil matter, but those who have married (in Spain, the UK, or elsewhere) may have their union blessed either within the church of Santa Margarita, or at another venue, subject to the agreement of the officiant. Examples of locations outside the church include local hotels and villas, or the chapel of Saint George on Isla del Rey, a historic island in the harbour of Mahon (boat transportation essential!).
A bride and groom commit to one another through vows
And the giving and receiving of a ring, or rings, the community gathered around (family and friends) commits to support them in their union, and prays for them; and the marriage is blessed.
Wedding Blessing in Menorca.
The fees for wedding blessings are stipulated by the Church of England: we request a donation of 500 euros, or £450 (based upon prevailing exchange rate), which is in addition to (if applicable) any costs attached to using premises other than the church. The fee may be paid in cash, or by Euro or Sterling bank transfer, and this must have been done and recorded before the rehearsal. It is possible for residents of the UK to apply Gift Aid to this donation.
The Wedding Blessing Application form may be downloaded as a Microsoft Word file, or as a PDF file:
Contact Form
Please contact the chaplain by phoning
+34 617 222 382, or by completing this contact form.
Wedding Blessing service would be:
* The number of hymns and their placement are optional; other music may be used during the service.
† At least one reading from scripture should be used. Other readings may also be used.
Prelude
Entry of the Bride
Welcome
Hymn *
Pastoral Introduction
Declaration and Dedication
Reading(s) †
Homily
Hymn *
Commitments (Vows)
Blessing of Rings
Proclamation and Blessing
Hymn *
Signing of the Certificate
Prayers for the Couple
The Lord’s Prayer
Hymn *
Blessing of the Congregation and Dismissal
Departure of the Couple
Postlude
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