The Anglican Church and Parish of Saint Peter in Brighton Beach, Melbourne, is part of the Anglican Diocese of Melbourne (Southern Region), within the Anglican Church of Australia and part of the world-wide Anglican Communion, and one holy, catholic and apostolic church.
The present church was built in 1908 and enlarged in 1934. St Peter’s is a signatory to the Covenant Churches in Brighton and shares with local churches in study groups, ecumenical services and prayer.
To book a wedding at St Peter's, you are required to:
* Make an appointment to see the Vicar
* Pay a $100 non refundable deposit
* Bring birth certificates. If for a second marriage - evidence of death, nullity or divorce (if applicable). - Please note the Government requires evidence through full birth certificate. An Australian Passport is no longer acceptable.
* A photograph of you both
Who may be married?
Any one may be married at St Peter's. Either the bride or groom - or both - should be a baptized member of the Christian Church. A divorced person may be married in the Anglican Church after permission has been obtained (through the Vicar) from the Regional Bishop.
Who may marry us?
According to the rules of the Diocese of Melbourne, you must be married by an Anglican Priest in an Anglican Church. This means that the Vicar of the parish will prepare you and marry you. He may be assisted by a priest/minister from another church in good standing with the Anglican Church of Australia.
When can I get married?
You may be married on any day of the week, including Sunday afternoon. The following days are not available: Christmas Day, Easter Day, Holy Week (including Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Eve - Holy Saturday), and some other parish days. The Vicar is happy to discuss dates and times with you.
Time of the Wedding
Morning and afternoon weddings are available, with mid afternoon being the most popular time. The time you book should be kept unless a change is agreed to by the Vicar of the Parish. You should arrive on time! It is neither "traditional" or"fashionable" for the bride to be late for her wedding. Many people have arranged to be at the church for your wedding at an agreed time. If there is another wedding that day and you arrive late you may find you will loose your time spot or the wedding time at the church will need to be shortened.
The Big Day itself!
Please arrive in plenty of time. You will be far more relaxed if you have time to collect your thoughts before the ceremony begins.
Brides should arrive in time to have photographs taken well before the wedding is scheduled to start: arrive early by about 15 minutes, which will allow ten minutes for photographs, and five minutes to get ready for the bridal procession. By doing this you will be able to make a relaxed, confident entry into the church. Bear in mind that if you are late the Celebrant and/or organist may have other commitments to get to after your wedding.
The present church was built in 1908 and enlarged in 1934. St Peter’s is a signatory to the Covenant Churches in Brighton and shares with local churches in study groups, ecumenical services and prayer.
To book a wedding at St Peter's, you are required to:
* Make an appointment to see the Vicar
* Pay a $100 non refundable deposit
* Bring birth certificates. If for a second marriage - evidence of death, nullity or divorce (if applicable). - Please note the Government requires evidence through full birth certificate. An Australian Passport is no longer acceptable.
* A photograph of you both
Who may be married?
Any one may be married at St Peter's. Either the bride or groom - or both - should be a baptized member of the Christian Church. A divorced person may be married in the Anglican Church after permission has been obtained (through the Vicar) from the Regional Bishop.
Who may marry us?
According to the rules of the Diocese of Melbourne, you must be married by an Anglican Priest in an Anglican Church. This means that the Vicar of the parish will prepare you and marry you. He may be assisted by a priest/minister from another church in good standing with the Anglican Church of Australia.
When can I get married?
You may be married on any day of the week, including Sunday afternoon. The following days are not available: Christmas Day, Easter Day, Holy Week (including Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Eve - Holy Saturday), and some other parish days. The Vicar is happy to discuss dates and times with you.
Time of the Wedding
Morning and afternoon weddings are available, with mid afternoon being the most popular time. The time you book should be kept unless a change is agreed to by the Vicar of the Parish. You should arrive on time! It is neither "traditional" or"fashionable" for the bride to be late for her wedding. Many people have arranged to be at the church for your wedding at an agreed time. If there is another wedding that day and you arrive late you may find you will loose your time spot or the wedding time at the church will need to be shortened.
The Big Day itself!
Please arrive in plenty of time. You will be far more relaxed if you have time to collect your thoughts before the ceremony begins.
Brides should arrive in time to have photographs taken well before the wedding is scheduled to start: arrive early by about 15 minutes, which will allow ten minutes for photographs, and five minutes to get ready for the bridal procession. By doing this you will be able to make a relaxed, confident entry into the church. Bear in mind that if you are late the Celebrant and/or organist may have other commitments to get to after your wedding.
Anglican Church Brighton Beach
Address:
77 Were Street
Brighton VIC 3186
Phone:
Brighton VIC 3186
03 9592 2397
Website:
www.stpetersbrightonbeach.org
