FAQs

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When should I RSVP by?

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Please RSVP by October 12, 2024. We hope you can all make it if you're able! As soon as you receive your formal invitation, we encourage you to RSVP.

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When should I arrive at the Church for the Nuptial Mass?

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We ask that you arrive to the Church 30 min prior to the start of mass to ensure you have enough time to park and get settled in. Mass will begin promptly at 1:00pm so please arrive by 12:30pm. There is no specific parking lot for the church as it is located in downtown Flagstaff, but there should be plenty of street parking (reception at the Parish with have plenty of parking).

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What kind of ceremony will we be having?

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We will be having a full Catholic Mass. All are welcome to this most important part of the day. If you are unfamiliar with the Catholic Church, no worries, we will have programs for you to follow along! There will be standing, sitting, kneeling and singing and praying. Participate as much as you are comfortable. We are just happy you're here; and we really appreciate you joining us for the ceremony because it is the most important part.

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Can I receive the Eucharist?

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As Catholics everyone is welcome to come to Mass. However, only people who are baptized as Catholics, have received the sacrament of First Communion, are in good standing with the Church (been to confession recently), and have fasted for an hour before Mass are allowed to receive.

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Is there a dress code?

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Dress code is semi formal (no jeans please). Our ceremony is in a Catholic church, so please be mindful of that when planning your outfit. In November it may be chilly in Flagstaff and cool down in the evenings so we recommend bringing something to keep you warm for the evening. Attached is an article with further descriptions and examples of semi-formal attire https://www.theknot.com/content/what-to-wear-semi-formal