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An American Tradition

The first religious ceremonies held in the Americas were conducted by the Holy Men of the tribes that originally settled these lands as far back as 10,000 years ago -- perhaps even farther. The traditions and culture of our ancestors are celebrated today in the First Nation Church. With followers and practitioners across North America, we can rightfully claim to be the oldest traditional religious organization in the Western Hemisphere, and the largest membership-based Native American religious society in the United States.

Marriage: Based On Love, Not Law

It is our steadfast belief that Love, not law, is the basis and the foundation of marriage. We also believe that no government should be allowed to legislate for or against any person based upon their gender, race, sexual orientation or religious belief.

First Nation Church, its members and ministers believe that marriage is a covenant between two adults and their God, based upon their love for one another. We believe that love for each other, for nature and for all things created by God materializes from the heart, not from legislative bodies.

This basic tenet was so important that the founding fathers established it as the cornerstone of the United States Constitution, guaranteed by the Bill of Rights: that "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof."

OBTAIN YOUR MARRIAGE LICENSE ONLINE

First Nation Church invites all loving couples to celebrate the joyous covenant of marriage within the bounds of our church, regardless of their gender, race or sexual orientation. To become a member of our church, you are not required to undergo any religious training, be subjected to any rituals, swear any oaths or allegiances, or claim any beliefs other than those you feel in your own heart and soul.

Your marriage must be solemnized by an Officiant authorized by First Nation Church in the ceremony of your choosing. You may designate the Officiant of your choice, and First Nation Church will authorize that person, at your request. (For additional information on the Ceremonial Minister credential process, please click here.)

The process for obtaining a Marriage License through First Nation Church is simple, fast and inexpensive. You may complete the process online by entering the basic information required in the secure and private Marriage License Application Form.

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Affiliated with the United Red River Cherokee Nation.

First Nation Church is a traditions-based Native American religious organization that is legally permitted to issue marriage licenses to its congregation members regardless of gender or sexual preference in order to promote Universal Life. Consenting adult couples may marry under the laws of the church, whether male-female, male-male or female-female. Through its bylaws, First Nation Church permits without bias any marriage between two adults, including same-sex marriage or marriage between gay, lesbian or transgender partners of legal age (18 years or older) in accordance with the church's articles of incorporation, which state that: "Marriage is a civil contract entered into by two adults at least 18 years of age, who are otherwise capable, and solemnized in accordance with the rites and traditions of First Nation Church."