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Holy Trinity + Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Cathedral

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As Christians, being married in the Church was our top priority. Holy Trinity + Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Cathedral holds a special place for us as we have attended together in our dating relationship. We are excited to be married at Holy Trinity + Holy Cross and hope you enjoy the beauty and richness of the Cathedral and our wedding ceremony. The wedding ceremony will last approximately one hour.

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About the Sacrament of Marriage in the Orthodox Church

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Holy Matrimony is a sacrament of the Orthodox Church in which a man and a woman agree before Christ, the priest, and the Church to be faithfully united together for life. Christ blesses the marriage through their sacramental union in the Church. God’s grace is imparted through this ceremony to help the couple live together in His love, mutually fulfilling and perfecting each other. A sacrament is a mystery in which the heavenly and earthly realms are brought together by the Holy Spirit. The couple is joined in Holy Matrimony with Christ, as He is the Bridegroom and the Church is His Bride.

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Cathedral Parking

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Holy Trinity + Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Cathedral is located in Downtown Birmingham. The Cathedral has several dedicated parking areas which will be available to guests free of charge. Street parking is also available around the Cathedral but may require a fee.

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"Room Block"

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We have secured a 10% discount at the Home2 Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown and Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Birmingham. Please visit the Where to Stay page for more information.

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Kids

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We love your kids too! Kiddos are welcome at all wedding festivities. However, please keep in mind the wedding ceremony will last approximately one hour.