FAQs

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When should I RSVP by?

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The sooner, the better! We kindly ask that you RSVP by December 10th.

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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We kindly request that you arrive at the ceremony by 2:45 PM to allow time for parking, finding your seat, and joining us in prayer before the Mass begins. The Mass will start promptly at 3 PM.

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Will the ceremony and reception be in the same location?

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The ceremony will take place at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Slaton, Tx. The reception will follow at Macalester House, approximately 25 minutes away in North Lubbock.

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What is the welcome party?

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The welcome party is a time the night before our special day for our guests to stop by, say hi, eat some light snacks, grab a beer, and catch up with friends and family! The invite is open to all guests in-town or out-of-town, we just wanted to provide a time to have some conversation before the big day festivities. The FiberMax Center for Discovery museum will be open for exploration during the evening as well as the children’s museum. Attire, although optional, will be Western Chic. Come and go from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. We can’t wait to see you!

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Can I bring a date?

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Due to venue restrictions, we’re unable to accommodate additional guests. We kindly ask that you refrain from bringing a plus one unless it’s indicated on your invitation. Thank you so much for your understanding!

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Are children invited?

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Yes, children are welcome as long as they were indicated on your invite. We do ask that parents keep a close eye over them during both the hour-long wedding Mass and reception. Thank you!

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This is a Catholic wedding, but I am not Catholic. What is the mass?

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The Catholic Mass is the celebration of the Eucharist, where the Church re-presents the one eternal sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross. It is not a repetition of Christ’s death, as He died once for all, but a way for believers to join in that single, timeless act of love and redemption. At the Last Supper, Jesus instituted the Eucharist, asking His followers to “do this in remembrance of me.” In the Mass, this command is fulfilled as bread and wine are consecrated to become His Body and Blood. The Eucharist is a sacrament, an action instituted by Jesus while he was on Earth, which bestows specific graces through physical means. This sacrament allows believers to share in the fruits of Christ’s death and resurrection, offering a memorial that is both symbolic and real. The Mass is more than a commemorative meal; it is a living participation in Christ’s eternal offering to the Father. Under the appearance of bread and wine, Christ's Body and Blood become truly present on the altar. Jesus, through the hands of the priest, presents again his single sacrifice, unbloodily, to the Father on behalf of the faithful. By participating in the Mass, Catholics join with Christ, offering themselves as a living sacrifice and receiving the spiritual nourishment of His body and blood. This profound mystery incorporates believers into the Body of Christ, both spiritually and physically.