FAQs

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What time will the Wedding Ceremony begin?

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The Wedding Ceremony begins promptly at 10 AM. The Wedding Ceremony occurs prior to the Divine Liturgy. We request that guests make their best effort to arrive on time as we don't want anyone to miss the start!

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Are kids welcome?

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Even the best parents need a break and while we would love to be able to welcome children, we kindly request that arrangements be made for your little ones. Please take this night off to enjoy it with us in an evening of fun and celebration :)

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Can I bring extra guests?

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We are so blessed and excited to have you with us on this special day. We kindly ask that you please follow the number of guests listed on the website. We truly appreciate your understanding.

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How long will it take to get from the ceremony to the reception?

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Please allow approximately 20-30 minutes from Archangel Micheal Coptic Orthodox Church to the reception.

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When should I RSVP by?

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The deadline to RSVP is June 30, 2026 (06/30/2026). Please RSVP by this date as we need to provide the venue with a total guest count. Thank you.

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What is a Coptic Orthodox Wedding and how is it different from other traditions?

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A Coptic Orthodox Wedding is also known as a Crowning Ceremony. The ceremony is properly referred to as a Crowning Ceremony because during the ceremony both the groom and the bride are adorned with crowns, signifying their kingship and queenship over this new kingdom which is their home and their new life together. Perhaps once stark difference between American/Western Tradition weddings is that in the Coptic Orthodox Church, marriage is between three people - God, the Bride, and the Groom. God is the One who establishes, blesses and protects this new family. He is the bond that holds it in unity and love. His presence is essential and clear during the ceremony and in every day's life of the family. As Christ offered Himself to the Church, so the groom is to offer and sacrifice himself to his bride. As the Church honors and obeys Christ, so too does the bride honor and obey her husband. Traditionally, the Crowning Ceremony was held in conjunction with the Divine Liturgy in which the betrothed couple would be wed and finally partake of the Holy Mysteries (communion) together. This tradition has since been less common, however we have elected to continue this beautiful tradition for our wedding.