FAQs
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What do I do if I don’t have a veil?
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We are so glad you asked! As some of you know, Grace has a small business, Love ReVeiled, where she sews veils and sells other Catholic items alongside Francisco. We would greatly appreciate you reaching out if you are interested in purchasing a veil! Supporting this business would truly be a blessing and it would be a joy sharing this with you. If you are not interested in purchasing a veil, you can choose to wear any shawl / scarf that covers your head (fascinator hats are permitted). On September 26th, if you have forgotten a head covering, we will have some back ups. However, to prevent a shortage, please prepare to bring your own. We understand that this may the first time some of you will be veiling and it can be an uncomfortable experience. For this reason, I, Grace, want to strongly encourage you to try it before our wedding and learn more about it (@love.reveiled on Instagram is a possible resource). Take heart sisters and be open to the LORD’s love and our Blessed Mother’s guidance. We are brides of the Heavenly King! We truly appreciate your effort to help keep this special day sacred.
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Why are women required to wear a veil at our nuptial ceremony?
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Our nuptial ceremony will be celebrated in the extraordinary form of the Catholic Mass. As such, the tradition of wearing a veil is required out of deep respect and reverence for our LORD JESUS, who is truly present in the tabernacle of the church. This practice honors the sacred role of women as brides of Christ, reflecting our commitment to humility, devotion, and timeless spiritual tradition. “The covering of the head with a veil symbolises the reality of woman sheltered in the side of her Source and becoming one with Him, she becomes covered and hidden in her Divine Spouse” - St. John Chrysostom Additional Resources: - Grace’s video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DAUlP6rus_H/?igsh=Z21sZW1qbXdldnE5 - https://veilsbylily.com/the-best-booklet-on-the-chapel-veil-you-probably-never-read/ - Grace’s video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBAHUkwyXVn/?igsh=eWdqNnkxemRraXRj
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What is the Extraordinary Form of the Catholic Mass? Why is your ceremony going to be done this way?
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The Extraordinary Form of the Catholic Mass, also known as the Traditional Latin Mass or Tridentine Mass, follows the liturgy as it was celebrated for centuries. It is offered in Latin, with the priest facing the altar (often called “ad orientem”), and follows a formal and traditional structure. Our nuptial ceremony will be celebrated in this beautiful and timeless tradition. To help you follow along, we will provide programs with translations and explanations. We encourage you to attend a Latin Mass beforehand or do a bit of research to become familiar with it—we think you’ll find it truly special! Since the start of our relationship we have had a great love for the Traditional Latin Mass. The reverence and beauty of it drew us closer to the LORD and made us realize that this indeed is the source and summit of our Catholic lives. It is truly one of the most beautiful forms of prayer and we cannot wait to enter into it with you all.
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How can I prepare myself for your nuptial ceremony?
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The best way to prepare is to pray for us as we approach our wedding day—your prayers and support mean so much to us! If you’re Catholic and would like to receive Holy Communion during the Mass, it’s encouraged to be in a state of grace as required by church teaching. This means having recently gone to Confession, especially if you’re aware of any serious sins, to be spiritually prepared to receive the Eucharist. During the Extraordinary Form of the Mass, Holy Communion is traditionally received kneeling (if you’re able) and on the tongue from the priest, as a sign of reverence for Christ’s Real Presence.