FAQs
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Is there a dress code?
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Suggested attire is semi-formal: long dresses and suits, but not tuxedos. Our ceremony will be held in a Catholic Church, so please make sure what you are wearing is appropriate and respectful of the space.
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Are kids welcome?
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Due to the reception venue's capacity, we are only able to host guests specifically named on your invitation. Thank you for your understanding!
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Can I bring a date?
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Due to the reception venue's capacity, we are only able to host guests specifically named on your invitation. Thank you for your understanding!
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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?
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Please arrive at the church about 20 minutes early to be seated and prayerfully prepare for our wedding mass. If you are not staying downtown, remember to factor in time to find a parking space and walk to the church.
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What do I need to know about the Catholic nuptial mass as a non-Catholic?
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A Catholic wedding mass is longer than most wedding ceremonies because it consists not only of the vows, but also the entirety of the mass, the celebration of Christ's sacrifice for us on earth! We will have comprehensive worship aids in our wedding program to assist you in following along with the beautiful liturgy. The mass is integral to our faith as Catholics because during the mass the Eucharist is transformed by the power of God from bread into the literal, living Body of Christ under the mere appearance of bread. We take this very seriously--the Eucharist is the source and summit of our faith, and the Eucharist has changed Sophia and George's lives. Because of how important the Eucharist is to Catholics, it is reserved for those who fully believe, uphold, and love the truth that it is the literal Body of Jesus. Thus, practicing Catholics in a state of grace may receive the Eucharist during our wedding mass. We ask that our non-Catholic and non-practicing friends come forward to the altar to receive a blessing from our priest instead of receiving Communion. This is not an act of gatekeeping of the Eucharist by the Catholic Church, rather, a reservation of the Eucharist for those who fully believe it to be truly, literally our Lord. If you would like to learn more about this, please reach out to George or Sophia!
