Esoteric

Interfaith ​Fellowship

“for this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be ​joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh So then, they ​are no longer two but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined ​together, let not man separate.” Matthew 19:4-6

God tells us in His word that:

“All scripture (the Bible) is given by inspiration of God, and is ​profitable for doctrine (teaching), for reproof, for correction, for ​instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, ​thoroughly equipped for every good work.” 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Marriage is a sacred covenant, and I firmly believe that God's Word serves as a complete manual on how to nurture it correctly. ​Through my own marriage and through counseling and discipleship with others, I have seen firsthand that the principles ​taught in God's Word can bless and transform your relationship as a couple.

Our ministry's goal is to convey these biblical truths clearly, helping you understand God's will and purpose for marriage. ​Without knowledge of God's non-negotiable principles for marriage, it is challenging to achieve a fulfilling and successful ​relationship.

I encourage you to seek the Lord and ask Him to open your heart to receive His guidance. Be open to His loving correction, ​willing to change anything that is contrary to His Word, and trust that He will grant you the grace to make those changes.

The Esoteric Interfaith Fellowship has established the Marriage Tribunal and the Office of the Matrimony Magistrate to supervise ​and train ministers in their role as wedding officiants, ensuring they solemnize the rites of matrimony with the utmost reverence and ​adherence to our faith principles. After being appointed by the trustees, this office was created to uphold the sanctity of marriage ​while providing guidance and support to our ministers.

The Catholic Church has marriage tribunals to remain committed to the teachings of Jesus Christ concerning marriage and to ​manifest compassion to those whose marriages have failed. Similarly, the Esoteric Interfaith Fellowship is dedicated to being both ​"prophetic" (teaching what Jesus taught) and "pastoral" (ministering to those whose marriages have ended in civil divorce). Our ​marriage tribunal responds to requests from those who have experienced divorce, investigating whether their former marriage was ​validly established according to the church's understanding of marriage.

The Marriage Tribunal views its efforts as a healing ministry, expressing the Fellowship's compassion and concern for those whose ​marriages have ended. We have a system to handle marriage nullity cases, allowing individuals who believe their marriage was not ​validly established to petition the tribunal. The tribunal's work involves reviewing and discerning the basis of such petitions, aiming to ​bring clarity and healing to those affected.

The Esoteric Interfaith Fellowship is committed to fostering interfaith and ecumenical relations, recognizing the ​importance of unity and understanding among different faith communities.

We strive to support and collaborate with various religious traditions, promoting mutual respect and shared values. ​Our ministry welcomes all couples, regardless of their faith background, and offers ceremonies that reflect the ​diversity and richness of our spiritual community.

Esoteric Interfaith Fellowship, Inc.

5900 Balcones Drive STE 100

Austin, TX, 78731

Minister:

Richard A. Richardson, PhD, ThD, D.Div.

info@esotericinterfaithfellowship.org