While non-Orthodox Christians can marry in the Orthodox Church, an Orthodox Christian is not allowed to marry in a non-Orthodox Church or ceremony. While it may seem extremely difficult or complex to get married in the Greek Orthodox Church, rest assured it is not.

Do you have to be Greek Orthodox to get married in a Greek Orthodox church?

A Greek Orthodox man or woman can get married to a non-Orthodox man or woman providing they are Christian and have been baptized with water in the name of the Holy Trinity. The marriage must also take place in an Orthodox Church by an Orthodox Priest.

What is needed in Orthodox traditions in order for the couple to marry?

Koumbaro and the Koumbara The Greek Orthodox Church requires that the couple (who must both be Orthodox) appoint Orthodox Christian wedding sponsors in good standing with the Church. The crowns, rings and two decorated white candles are required to be on the wedding table.

How long does an Orthodox wedding last?

about 30 to 60 minutes The Wedding Ceremony A Greek Orthodox Wedding generally last about 30 to 60 minutes.

Who can be a godparent in the Greek Orthodox church?

These days, the church requires that at least one of the godparents is an Orthodox Christian of good standing. The other godparent doesnt have to be Orthodox but both do need to be approved by the church or your priest. Only one godparent is really needed but a second can be chosen to assist in the process.

Can you go to Orthodox Church on your period?

Some Christian churches, including many authorities of the Eastern Orthodox Church and some parts of the Oriental Orthodox Church (also known as the Russian, Ukrainian, Greek, Malankara Jacobite and Malankara Orthodox churches), distinct from the Roman Catholic Church, advise women not to receive communion during their