Theological College of Zimbabwe (TCZ) Chapel
This is where the TCZ community fellowship and worship. It’s located inside the College auditorium. Chapel serves as an educational and worship center for religious programs at the College. As such, it serves the students, faculty, and staff by offering ecumenical worship services and providing opportunities for preaching and learning. All worship services, including weddings and other special occasions, are held at the discretion of the college authority of the chapel. Upon approval of the by the college authority of the chapel, individuals directly related to the TCZ community may use the chapel for wedding ceremonies provided they adhere to the stipulated policies. TCZ chapel is also used for special college events such graduations, seminars and conferences. With reference to funeral or memorial services, only members of the TCZ community in bereavement can conduct private ceremonies in the chapel. The scheduling of such events is the responsibility of the college in consultation with the deceased person’s immediate family.No furniture in the chapel sanctuary is to be moved except upon written permission by the college authority of the Chapel. In such cases the furniture will be moved by the maintenance staff of the College according to specific instructions supplied by the user. Chairs and tables used during an activity or event by the users, should be arranged back to their original arrangement.
REGULATIONS
Alcohol
Members of the wedding party are strictly enjoined that under no circumstances must any of them come to the rehearsal or the wedding under the influence of alcohol. The College has complete authority to cancel a wedding at the last moment for any deviation from this rule. Remember that the rehearsal and the wedding are religious ceremonies. Unlike most church settings, TCZ is a public place with security measures in place. NO ALCOHOL MAY BE SERVED OR CONSUMED ON COLLEGE PROPERTY.
Food
Food is generally not allowed into the chapel grounds.
Smoking is strictly prohibited in the chapel area and within the TCZ building
Scheduling
The College does not schedule more than one wedding on the same day unless special arrangements are made with College authorities.