Ruthven Pastoral Charge

         The Sanctuary:
     There is an air-conditioned Sanctuary
     with a center aisle which can provide seating for
     approximately 100 people. We are fully Accessible
     with a paved parking lot, level entry to the building,
     restrooms and a lift to the Sanctuary for everyone
     to view the ceremony. Hearing devices are also available
     for those in need of them.
     There is also a garden which is available for pictures
     following the Wedding Service.

     This area may be booked separately for pictures
     if you have your Wedding at another location.

         The Ceremony
     There is a great deal of flexibility to choose music,
     prayers and reading that reflect your special love and
     commitment for one another. You may also request the
     assistance of a music director, who can suggest suitable music
     for the proccessional, at the signing of the register and
     for the recessional. The wedding service will nomally take
     30-40 minutes to complete including the signing of the register.

         Those who may officiate
     The Rev. Olav Kitchen is the official clergy for the Ruthven Pastoral Charge in Kingsville.
     All services at Olinda-Ruthven United Church, Ruthven and Trinity United Church
     (New California), including all weddings,
     come under his authority.
     Obviously the minister is the usual officiant at all marriage services.
     Nevertheless, some couples will have family or personal friends who are
     clergy and it is natural that they would want them to participate.
     They are certainly welcome to assist the minister in the service.