Toorak Uniting Church Marriage Information Form

Toorak Uniting Church Wedding and Blessing Ceremony Information Form

Note: fields with a * are required fields
Is this a Wedding Ceremony or a Blessing Ceremony?*
A couple can have their marriage blessed at Toorak Uniting Church, whether they were married in Australia or abroad. For couples who married abroad, it can be a way of including family and friends who were unable to travel to the legal wedding. The Blessing Ceremony can have a similar feel to a wedding with hymns, readings, flowers, or it can be an intimate, low key service.
Date of Ceremony*

DayMonthYear
The Church is not available for weddings on Christmas Day, Good Friday or Easter Sunday.
Start time of Ceremony

Access to the Church is available two hours before your ceremony to allow you to add pew decorations and flowers etc. On Sundays the Church is available for weddings after 12:30pm.

AM/PM Option
Time

Hour Minutes

AM/PM Option
Approximately how many people are you expecting at your Ceremony?*
The church can comfortably seat 300 people. With extra chairs down the aisles it can seat up to 400 people shoulder to shoulder. Note: an additional fee will apply if we need to set up extra chairs.
Information required by Toorak Uniting Church
Person 1's Description*
Person 2's Description*
Person 1's First Name*
Person 2's First Name*
Person 1's Middle Name(s)
Person 2's Middle Name(s)
Person 1's Last Name*
Person 2's Last Name*
Person 1's Mobile Number*
Person 2's Mobile Number*
Person 1's Email*
Person 2's Email*
Person 1's Church Affiliation (if any)
Person 2's Church Affiliation (if any)
Information about your Ceremony

Details of the parties to the marriage
Will you be using one of Toorak Uniting Church's Ministers for your Ceremony?*

YESNO
Meeting the Minister
Approximately two months before your Wedding Ceremony, we'll arrange a meeting with the officiating Minister to discuss details of your marriage ceremony, complete the legal paperwork and organise the rehearsal.

We will email you Notification of Intended Marriage (NOIM) form, which must be completed no more than 18 months and at least one month before your wedding.

You will need to bring to the interview:
- The completed NOIM form
- If born in Australia – certified copies of each person's birth certificate, or
- If born overseas – certified copies of each person's birth certificate or current passport
- A decree absolute if either or both are divorced
Hymns and Music
Your choice of music will be discussed with the Minister at the meeting.

Wedding Rehearsal
A wedding rehearsal is usually held on the Wednesday before your wedding. Rehearsal arrangements will be confirmed when you meet with our Minister.
Meeting the Minister
Approximately two months before your Blessing Ceremony, we'll arrange a meeting with the officiating Minister to discuss details of your Ceremony and organise the rehearsal.

Hymns and Music
Your choice of music will be discussed with the Minister at the meeting.

Blessing Rehearsal
A rehearsal is usually held on the Wednesday before your Ceremony. Rehearsal arrangements will be confirmed when you meet with our Minister.
Please provide details of your Minister/Pastor/Celebrant*

First NameLast Name
Mobile number *
Other number
Email*
Meeting with your Minister/Pastor/Celebrant
You'll need to meet with your Minister/Pastor/Celebrant to complete the statutory paperwork, including the Notification of Intended Marriage (NOIM) form which will be sent to Births, Deaths and Marriages Victoria. You must complete this form no more than 18 months and at least one month before your wedding. A copy of the signed NOIM form must also be emailed to the Church Office.

Hymns and Music
Please discuss your choice of music with your Minister/Pastor/Celebrant. If you're using our organist, we'll put you in contact with them approximately one month prior your Ceremony to finalise your selection.

Wedding Rehearsal
A wedding rehearsal is usually held on the Wednesday before your wedding. You must confirm the rehearsal date with your Minister/Pastor/Celebrant and then contact the Church Office to book your rehearsal as early as possible to ensure the Church is available.
Meeting with your Minister/Pastor/Celebrant
You'll need to meet with your Minister/Pastor/Celebrant to discuss your Blessing Ceremony.

Hymns and Music
Please discuss your choice of music with your Minister/Pastor/Celebrant. If you're using our organist, we'll put you in contact with them approximately one month in advance of your ceremony to finalise your selection.

Blessing Rehearsal
A rehearsal is usually held on the Wednesday before your Ceremony. You must confirm the rehearsal date with your Minister/Pastor/Celebrant and then contact the Church Office to book your rehearsal as early as possible to ensure the church is available.
Will you be using our Organist for your Ceremony?*

YesNoWe don't know yet
Do you need us to provide one (or more) soloist(s)/singer(s) for your Ceremony?*

YesNoWe don't know yet
There will be an extra cost for this depending on the number soloists required. The current price per soloist/performer is approximately $400 (at Nov 2022)
Will you be providing live music for your Ceremony?*

YesNoWe don't know yet
Toorak Uniting Church's sound system is designed for spoken word rather than amplified music. Your performers should being their own sound equipment if required.
Will you be using any recorded music in your Ceremony?*

YesNoWe don't know yet
Please ensure you bring your music device (phone/tablet/laptop/CD etc.) to your Wedding Rehearsal so we can ensure things will run smoothly.
Do you wish to use our hall or other function room to gather after your ceremony?*

YesNoWe don't know yet
There will be an extra cost depending on the facilities you wish to use. Toorak Uniting Church has a large hall and a number of rooms which are suitable for post-wedding gatherings and events. You can supply your own food or catering can be arranged through The Manse Café onsite. The Church Office will contact you to discuss your requirements.
Additional information required for the Certificate of Marriage

Details of the parties to the marriage
Person 1's Usual Occupation*
Person 2's Usual Occupation*
Person 1's Usual Residence*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Postcode
Person 2's Usual Residence*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Postcode
Person 1's Marital Status*
Person 2's Marital Status*
Person 1's Birthplace*
Person 2's Birthplace*
Person 1's Date of Birth*

DayMonthYear
Person 2's Date of Birth*

DayMonthYear
Information about Person 1's Parents
Current Full Name of First Parent*
Enter the full name of Person 1's First Parent here
Full Birth Name of First Parent*
Add the full birth name of Person 1's First Parent here - this must be the same names as on your parent's birth certificate.
Current Full Name of Second Parent*
Enter the full name of Person 1's Second Parent here
Full Birth Name of Second Parent*
Add the full birth name of Person 1's Second Parent here - this must be the same names as on your parent's birth certificate.
Information about Person 2's Parents
Current Full Name of First Parent *
Enter the full name of Person 2's First Parent here
Full Birth Name of First Parent*
Add the full birth name of Person 2's First Parent here - this must be the same names as on your parent's birth certificate.
Current Full Name of Second Parent*
Enter the full name of Person 2's Second Parent here
Full Birth Name of Second Parent*
Add the full birth name of Person 2's Second Parent here - this must be the same names as on your parent's birth certificate.
Information about your witnesses
Witness 1's Full Name*
Witness 2's Full Name*
Additional information and conditions
Flowers
Your florist can access the Church two hours before your Ceremony. The Church can provide pedestals and vases if required.

Confetti
Confetti or rice may not be thrown on the Church grounds. Dried flower petals are our recommended substitution (outside only). Please advise your guests. Your deposit to secure Toorak Uniting Church as your wedding venue indicates acceptance of this condition.

Parking
Apart from the bridal vehicles, there is no guaranteed parking on the Church grounds. Please advise your guests. Special arrangements are made for people with disabilities. Please advise the Church Office if required.

Wedding Package
A Wedding or Blessing Ceremony at Toorak Uniting Church costs $2,700 which includes:
- The Minister
- Hire of the Church and surrounding grounds
- Use of Church vases, flower pedestals, cross and candelabra etc.
- The Organist
- A Church Officer
- Setting the Church prior to the Ceremony
- Cleaning and resetting the Church after the Ceremony
- Administration costs, including documentation and lodging of forms
A surcharge applies for:
- Public holidays
- Ceremonies between Christmas and New Year and Ceremonies longer than 75 minutes
The cost of Weddings and Blessings at TUC is a package – should you decide not to use some part of what we offer, the cost of the wedding will not change.

On booking, a $500.00 non-refundable deposit is required. The balance is payable six weeks prior to the wedding.
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Additional information required for the Certificate of Marriage

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Additional information and conditions