if a pastor got married then could he pastor his own wedding?
2007-01-06 11:32:16 · 29 answers · asked by Kalphbeir 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
No he could not. Someone else needs to recognize and bless your mariage. A representative if you will or for lack of a better work.
2007-01-06 11:34:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
I think he would wanted to enjoy the sacredness of the moment and have another pastor do it for him. It would be kind of awkward but I think it could be done. I am going to ask a pastor friend of mine what he thinks.
2007-01-06 19:35:37 · answer #2 · answered by JanJan 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No. Pastor's officiating their own weddings would be like doctor's performing surgery on themselves.
2007-01-06 19:37:03 · answer #3 · answered by Dragonfly 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. The state wouldn't allow it. It is a requirement that the marriage licensed be signed by someone other than either of the two spouses who officiated at the ceremony. Most states also require the signature of withnesses.
2007-01-06 19:40:47 · answer #4 · answered by NHBaritone 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. The wedding needs to be officiated by an impartial party. Much like a witness to the event.
2007-01-06 19:35:30 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I dunno that would be kind of difficult don't you think? If I were the pastor getting married I would want to get another pastor that I knew and respected. Maybe someone who helped guide me as a pastor.
2007-01-06 19:34:58 · answer #6 · answered by tigerlily23 3 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Is your question a legal or religious one.
Legally the signer on the marriage license who files it (job usually done by judge or clergyman) must be a third party.
Hope that helps.
2007-01-06 19:40:03 · answer #7 · answered by 0 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First of all, why would he want to? The bride should be more important than the ceremony.
2nd, if this is a way of saving money, that bride should run right out of there right now!
2007-01-06 19:37:02 · answer #8 · answered by Hoolia 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Nope-- been tried--Department of Vital Statistics will not accept the documents.
2007-01-06 19:35:35 · answer #9 · answered by whynotaskdon 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It isn't allowed, just like a doctor isn't allowed to operate on himself. It's against professional ethics.
2007-01-06 19:35:04 · answer #10 · answered by grumpyfiend 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋