Highlands, North Carolina
Phone: (828) 526-2968
Fax: (828) 526-9290
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Post Office Box 729
Highlands, NC 28741

- The Rev. Brian C. Sullivan, Rector
- The Rev. Alan D. Hetzel, Deacon
- The Rt. Rev. G. Porter Taylor
- Bishop, Diocese of Western NC.

OUR MISSION AND OUR VISION

Our Mission Statement:

The Church of the Incarnation exists to proclaim the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ through worship, love and service. As individuals and as a congregation, we dedicate ourselves to this purpose.

Vision Statement:

Over the next few years The Church of the Incarnation will focus on helping each other to experience the love of Jesus Christ by providing opportunities to deepen our spiritual journeys through:

  • A Ministry of Welcome
  • Creative use of Liturgy
  • Study of Scripture
  • Programs of Personal Enrichment



Wedding Policy for The Church of the Incarnation, Highlands, NC

The Church of the Incarnation exists to proclaim the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ through worship, love, and service. As individuals and as a congregation, we dedicate ourselves to this purpose.

In our worship we believe sacraments are an important expression of our love and service. Sacraments are an outward and visible sign of the inward and spiritual grace, given by Christ as sure and certain means by which we receive that grace.

One of our services is to provide sacraments to all who enter our doors, as well as, those unable to come to us. Being a small parish we have limited human resources. Every time worship happens, many people are involved. One of the most common requests to worship is for weddings. Being blessed with beautiful surroundings and a beautiful facility, we understand the desirability to be married here.

In order to maintain our high level of service, we feel it is important to set limits on our time and talents. Therefore we provide the following guidelines to everyone who asks to have their marriage blessed at The Church of the Incarnation:

• The Bride and/or Groom must be an active Episcopalian(s) in “good standing,” OR family of current members of Incarnation.

• The rector requests a letter from their current rector stating current involvement at their home parish.

• Follow the Canons outlined for marriage and remarriage. (For a copy of the canons, ask your current rector).

• It is the norm for the rector of The Church of the Incarnation to perform the wedding.

• The couple, visiting clergy, and anyone providing services during the liturgy (photographer, florist, wedding coordinator) must meet with the rector of The Church of the Incarnation at least once before the wedding rehearsal.

• All weddings will follow the services provided by The 1979 Book of Common Prayer (no extra vows, or unity candles).

• All music must be approved by the rector.

• No weddings during Lent.

If you feel you meet these guidelines, please call the rector to complete an application and receive a Wedding Packet with prices and further guidelines.