The ChurchChurch buildings have a special significance that distinguishes them from public halls or commercial meeting places. They are set apart, specially dedicated to God for a specific purpose of worship, religious education, fellowship and service. Priority in the use of church buildings should be given to the spiritual ministries of the church itself and the community it serves through its witness and program. Individuals and groups who traditionally use church buildings include church staff, congregation, church organizations, weddings. parties, funerals and faith-based agencies. Some churches limit the use of their facilities to their own members. Others openly invite use of their facilities by other groups in the community. The Church should evaluate the needs of the community in light of its own fundamental objectives before establishing regulations regarding the use of its facilities by outside groups. Specific plans must be followed to provide facilities and use them properly. Many religious buildings remain unused for much of the week. An unused church building should prompt congregational leaders to re-examine the church's design for its purpose in light of the spiritual needs of the community. Church members should be able to use the church for weddings. Marriage is one of the most important events in life and should be celebrated with the blessing of the Church. Young people planning to get married should know that their church wants to join them in this special event. Each church must determine and record its policy regarding the use of the church building for the marriage of non-members. Many churches have found it helpful to prepare a printed file giving full information regarding the use of the buildings, including information regarding floral arrangements, candles. , wedding receptions and all expenses to be expected for participating ministers, sound engineer and building superintendent. A file giving comprehensive information about church weddings can be helpful for those planning church weddings, whether they are members of the congregation or not. Sometimes people are careless or misinformed about procedures or proper conduct when using church facilities. Therefore, many churches have adopted specific regulations regarding decorations, moving furniture, the use of rice or birdseed, and the appropriate behavior of members of the wedding party. There is far too much emphasis on the church building being the place where God lives or the place where God lives. only place where God can be worshiped.