CHURCH

WEDDING &
MARRIAGE
GROUP # 1
 CHURCH WEDDING
A wedding is a ceremony where
two are united in marriage. Wedding
traditions and customs vary greatly
between cultures, ethnic groups,
religions, countries, and social classes.
wedding ceremonies involve an
exchange of marriage vows and a
public proclamation of marriage by
a priest .
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 MARRIAGE

Marriage also called matrimony or

wedlock, is a culturally recognized union
between people, called spouses, that
establishes rights and obligations
between them, as well as between them
and their children, and between them
and their in-laws.
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 ADVANTAGES CHURCH WEDDING
Churches are prepared for ceremonies. Forget choosing a spot
for the altar and planning your seating arrangements. The interior
of a church is designed to host formal services, so the framework
of your service is already prepared for you.
- There is plenty of seating. Churches typically have plenty of
pews to accomodate large capacities. Not only does this save you
money, but it also ensures that all your guests will have a seat.
- Music is usually included. Whether it’s a choir or a band, most
churches provide music for the ceremony. You can always make
an appointment with the band or choir, or you may ask the church
director if it’s permissable to hire outside entertainment.
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 ADVANTAGES CHURCH WEDDING
- Weather is not a worry. All churches are indoors and typically
supply proper heating and air conditioning. Rain or shine, the
ceremony will not be interrupted by the forecast.
- You’ll take part in tradition. For some, receiving sacraments and
following religious customs is a great honor and something that
you may have looked forward to since childhood. It’s also a
perfect time to incorporate familial traditions or religious tokens
that past generations used at their wedding days.

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 DISADVANTAGES CHURCH WEDDING
- You can’t host your reception in church. If you are looking to
host the ceremony and reception at the same venue, then a
church is not your best option. Some churches do include a hall
within the same vicinity and may require separate booking and
planning.
- Décor arrangements are limited. Unlike other venues, you
cannot customize the space to your liking or rearrange furniture,
statues, or other sacred items. However, most allow flowers and
aisle runners. Consult with the director for specifics of what’s
allowed in your favored church or temple.

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 DISADVANTAGES CHURCH WEDDING
- Some churches prohibit flash photography. Each church has its
own rules, which include the permission or prohibition of flash
photography. Discuss this matter with both the director and your
photographer to make sure everyone understands these
guidelines.
- The process is difficult if you are not a parishioner. If you are
not a member of the church you are pursuing, you might be
placed on a waiting list. Some churches do not allow non
parishioners to even book a ceremony or may require an
additional donation.

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 REQUIREMENTS OF A CHURCH WEDDING
• New baptismal and confirmation certificates.
• Marriage license.
• Canonical Interview.
• Wedding banns.
• Certificate of attendance from pre-marriage seminar.
• Birth Certificate and Certificate of no Marriage (CENOMAR)
• Wedding permit
• List of names and addresses of sponsors
• Confession
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 OTHER PEOPLE INVOLVED IN A CHURCH WEDDING
• Principal Sponsors
• Secondary Sponsors
• Best Man
• Maid/Matron of Honor
• Groomsmen
• Bridesmaids
• Bearers
• Flower Girls
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 PROCESSING A CHURCH WEDDING
12+ Months To Go.
• 1. Identify your wedding must-haves.
• 2. Set your budget.
• 3. Choose possible wedding dates.
• 4. Research and visit possible venues.
• 5. Book church and reception venue.
• 6. Research potential suppliers.
• 7. Book wedding planner/coordinator.
• 8. Create and send Save the Date cards (optional).
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 PROCESSING A CHURCH WEDDING
10-11 Months To Go.
• 1. Choose a wedding theme and motif.
• 2. Book photography and videography suppliers.
• 3. Book event stylist and florist.
• 4. Research wedding gown styles and designers.
• 5. Start planning the guest list.
• 6. Choose your wedding entourage.

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 PROCESSING A CHURCH WEDDING
7-9 Months To Go.
• 1. Refine the guest list.
• 2. Book lights and sounds
supplier.
• 3. Book DJ/band.
• 4. Book wedding host.
• 5. Book a wedding gown
designer.
• 6. Choose dresses for the
bridal entourage.
• 7. Do food tastings with
possible caterers.
• 8. Book caterer.
• 9. Order wedding cake.
• 10. Book hotel rooms for
wedding preps.
• 11. Start planning your
honeymoon.
• 12. Book your honeymoon.
• 13. Renew or apply for a
passport.
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 PROCESSING A CHURCH WEDDING
5-6 Months To Go.
• 1. Book hairstylist and makeup artist.
• 2. Have trial hair and makeup session.
• 3. Have a prenup shoot.
• 4. Buy wedding shoes and accessories.
• 5. Attend gown fittings.
• 6. Book bridal car/transportation service.
• 7. Order birth certificates and CENOMAR.

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 PROCESSING A CHURCH WEDDING
4 Months To Go.
• 1. Apply for a marriage license.
• 2. Buy/rent suits for groom and male entourage.
• 3. Finalize the guest list.
• 4. Choose and order wedding invitations.
• 5. Prepare music playlist for DJ/band.
• 6. Start any DIY project (optional).
• 7. Create a wedding hashtag (optional).
• 8. Create a wedding website (optional).
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 PROCESSING A CHURCH WEDDING
3 Months To Go.
• 1. Get baptismal and confirmation certificates.
• 2. Organize the reception seating arrangement/table plan.
• 3. Order wedding souvenirs.
• 4. Buy wedding rings.
• 5. Finalize readers and readings.
• 6. Finalize the reception menu.
• 7. Book photo booth supplier (optional).
• 8. Finalize honeymoon plans.
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 PROCESSING A CHURCH WEDDING
2 Months To Go.
• 1. Attend the canonical interview.
• 2. Send wedding invitations.
• 3. Start writing vows.
• 4. Have the final gown fitting.
• 5. Finalize fittings for entourage and parents.
• 6. Plan a reception program.
• 7. Buy gifts for partner, parents, and sponsors (optional).

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 PROCESSING A CHURCH WEDDING
1 Month To Go.
• 1. Attend the pre-cana
seminar.
• 2. Submit marriage license
and list of principal sponsors.
• 3. Get marriage banns.
• 4. Confirm event details with
suppliers.
• 5. Finalize vows.
• 6. Review the RSVP list and
follow up with guests.
• 7. Finalize and send song
playlist to DJ/band.
• 8. Collect entourage dresses.
• 9. Confirm honeymoon
reservations.
• 10. Complete any DIY projects
(optional).
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 PROCESSING A CHURCH WEDDING
2 Weeks To Go.
• 1. Final follow up with guests.
• 2. Finalize guest headcount.
• 3. Finalize seating
arrangement/table plan.
• 4. Get a final haircut and
salon treatments.
• 5. Pick up the wedding dress.
• 6. Create a shot list.
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 PROCESSING A CHURCH WEDDING
1 Week To Go.
• 1. Prepare final payments
and
• cash tips for suppliers.
• 2. Prepare a wedding day
emergency kit.
• 3. Create a wedding day
timetable.
• 4. Give readers their scripts.
• 5. Pack overnight bag.
• 6. Do a full wedding dress
rehearsal.
• 7. Pack for the honeymoon.
• 8. Go to confession at the
church (optional).
2-3 Days To Go.
• 1. Reconfirm final details with
suppliers.
• 2. Have beauty treatments.
The Day Before.
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