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Religious wedding in Georgia
If you’ve decided to bind yourselves not only with a civil union but also with spiritual ties, Georgia is an excellent place for your wedding day. For centuries, our country has been a crossroads of cultures, where representatives of various religious denominations have peacefully coexisted.
Orthodox Wedding
Orthodoxy is Georgia’s main religion, with Christianity adopted here as early as the 4th century.
The country boasts ancient churches with unique frescoes and distinctive architecture, many of which are open for Orthodox weddings.
The country boasts ancient churches with unique frescoes and distinctive architecture, many of which are open for Orthodox weddings.
Requirements for Orthodox Weddings:
- Both the bride and groom must follow the Orthodox faith.
- If one partner is not Orthodox, they must undergo Orthodox baptism
When are Weddings Not Available?
- Fasting periods
- The week before and after Great Lent and Christmas fast
- In the Georgian Orthodox Church, weddings are not held on Wednesday and Friday, and in the Russian Orthodox Church, they are not held on Tuesday and Thursday
Witnesses:
- Must be Orthodox.
- A man and a woman not bound by marriage
Decoration of the Church:
Decoration of the church for the wedding is not practiced in Orthodox churches
Requirements for Orthodox Weddings:
- Both the bride and groom must follow the Orthodox faith.
- If one partner is not Orthodox, they must undergo Orthodox baptism
When are Weddings Not Available?
- Fasting periods
- The week before and after Great Lent and Christmas fast
- In the Georgian Orthodox Church, weddings are not held on Wednesday and Friday, and in the Russian Orthodox Church, they are not held on Tuesday and Thursday
Witnesses:
- Must be Orthodox.
- A man and a woman not bound by marriage
Decoration of the Church:
Decoration of the church for the wedding is not practiced in Orthodox churches
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Wedding in a catholic church
Catholic parishes can be found in almost every major city in Georgia. However, weddings in Russian or English are most often held at St. Peter and Paul Church in Tbilisi. Music, such as choir performances or organ accompaniment, is also available.
Conditions for Wedding:
- At least one partner must be Catholic
- A “marriage license” is mandatory — this document is issued after completing a pre-marriage course at your home parish
When is Catholic wedding unavailable?
- During Lent and Advent.
- Weddings on Fridays are generally discouraged throughout the year
Witnesses:
A man and a woman, both Catholics
Decorating the Church:
Decorating the altar area and the aisle leading to the altar is encouraged
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Wedding in a protestant church
Protestant ceremonies can be held in Tbilisi, Kutaisi, or Batumi.
Most weddings occur at the Church of St. Peter and St. Paul in Tbilisi, with options for outdoor ceremonies by special arrangement.
Most weddings occur at the Church of St. Peter and St. Paul in Tbilisi, with options for outdoor ceremonies by special arrangement.
Eligibility for Protestant Weddings:
- At least one partner must be Protestant.
- Proof of legal marriage registration is often required
Unavailable Dates for Protestant Ceremonies:
Dates must be confirmed directly with the pastor
Witness Requirements:
A male and a female witness
Church Decorations:
Altar and aisle decorations are encouraged
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