Weddings, Baptisms and use of the Parish Hall
Holy Baptism is offered to people of all ages from infancy to old age. Normally Holy Baptism is only performed in the context of community worship.
Marriages are celebrated with the approval of the priest and in accordance with canonical requirements.
PUBLIC USE OF ST. JAMES FACILITIES:
The Church, kitchen and Parish Hall facilities of St. James are available for people seeking a space for family celebrations such as weddings, birthdays, funeral or memorial services, etc. Contact the Church Secretary at 732-542-0818 for complete details and to make arrangements.
Weddings: One of the parties should be an Episcopalian, unless this provision be waived by the priest after consultation. The couple is expected to meet with the priest for appropriate premarital instruction and counseling. All flowers and decorations shall be discussed with the priest as to suitability, placement, etc. Music selections shall likewise be discussed with the priest. The marriage license shall be provided to the priest the day before the rehearsal.
Other Services: If outside clergy are to be involved in any Service, the names of these clergy shall be submitted to the priest in advance.
Suggested Donation Schedule*:
Use of the Church (Wedding or Funeral): $500.00 ($300.00 Deposit)
Use of Community Hall: $350.00 ($150.00 Deposit)
Cleaning (non-refundable): $50.00
Organist: $150.00
Priest Honorarium: $150.00
Altar Guild (Set-up in church): $50.00
Rehearsal: $50.00
Wedding Brochure (if requested): $100.00 (includes printing)
*If persons requesting marriage or funeral services are members of St. James Memorial Church, no donation or honorarium is expected.
Marriages are celebrated with the approval of the priest and in accordance with canonical requirements.
PUBLIC USE OF ST. JAMES FACILITIES:
The Church, kitchen and Parish Hall facilities of St. James are available for people seeking a space for family celebrations such as weddings, birthdays, funeral or memorial services, etc. Contact the Church Secretary at 732-542-0818 for complete details and to make arrangements.
Weddings: One of the parties should be an Episcopalian, unless this provision be waived by the priest after consultation. The couple is expected to meet with the priest for appropriate premarital instruction and counseling. All flowers and decorations shall be discussed with the priest as to suitability, placement, etc. Music selections shall likewise be discussed with the priest. The marriage license shall be provided to the priest the day before the rehearsal.
Other Services: If outside clergy are to be involved in any Service, the names of these clergy shall be submitted to the priest in advance.
Suggested Donation Schedule*:
Use of the Church (Wedding or Funeral): $500.00 ($300.00 Deposit)
Use of Community Hall: $350.00 ($150.00 Deposit)
Cleaning (non-refundable): $50.00
Organist: $150.00
Priest Honorarium: $150.00
Altar Guild (Set-up in church): $50.00
Rehearsal: $50.00
Wedding Brochure (if requested): $100.00 (includes printing)
*If persons requesting marriage or funeral services are members of St. James Memorial Church, no donation or honorarium is expected.