Q&A

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What is the wedding attire?

Answer

We ask that our guests dress in formal attire – we want you looking your best! Suits and ties or tuxedos are welcome for men, and long dresses and elegant midis for women. To help our wedding party stand out, we kindly ask guests to avoid wearing mulberry since that is the color of the bridesmaids' dresses.

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What is the weather like this time of year in Phoenix?

Answer

Novembers in Phoenix range from highs of 75 to lows of 50.

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Are children or "plus ones" invited?

Answer

We look forward to celebrating with you, but please know that all guests invited will be clearly listed on the invitation. We ask you to refrain from bringing additional members who are not written on the invitation.

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What time should I arrive to the ceremony?

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The ceremony at St. Thomas the Apostle is a full Catholic mass. Please arrive 15 prior to 1:30 p.m. to allow ample time to settle in before the procession begins.

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Should I go up for Communion?

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If you are a practicing Catholic, you are welcome to receive Communion. If not, you are welcome to pray from your seats or come up with crossed arms for a blessing.

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Are phones allowed at the ceremony?

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We want all guests to be fully present during the ceremony, so please silence or turn off all phones before the procession begins. We want to be surrounded by our family and friends' smiling faces, not iPhones. Please don't worry about capturing special moments during the mass; our photographer has this covered.

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Is there transportation provided to the reception?

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We will not be providing transportation, so please make use of Uber, Lift or a rental car service. The reception venue is a 25 to 30 drive from the church.