FAQs
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What is the address to the ceremony?
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The Ceremony will be held at Saint Mary Magdalen's Chapel in Mexico, Missouri. 1200 N Clark St Mexico, MO 65265
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Can I receive the Eucharist?
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Only baptized, practicing Catholics who are unaware of any mortal (serious) sins may receive Communion. According to Church teaching, a practicing Catholic, must have gone to Confession (Reconciliation) at least once within the past year. If you plan to receive Communion, please be aware that it will be distributed in the traditional manner, namely, kneeling and on the tongue. If you are unable to kneel, you may stand, but Father will still place the Host on your tongue. If you are not going to receive Communion, please remain in your seat and pray for and with the couple.
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Is there a dress code?
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Yes! Wedding attire should be semi-formal. And, out of respect for the sacredness of the Mass, we request that everyone come modestly dressed. For the ladies, that is covered shoulders, modest necklines, and skirts/dresses to the knees. A nice pair of slacks is also acceptable. For the fellas, please no t-shirts, dirty blue jeans, or shorts. Thank you!
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Do ladies need a veil during Mass?
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Nope! Wearing a veil is not required. It is, however, a beautiful way to approach Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament with humility and reverence. As women, we are symbols of the Church - the Bride of Christ - and "the veil is meant to be a visible reminder of the perfect submission of the Church to the loving rule of Christ." This idea is particularly poignant at a wedding, and all women are encouraged (though, again, not required) to wear a veil or mantilla while in the chapel. The Church also teaches that women are the representation of the Beauty of God Himself and we wear a veil because God is in the room with us during Mass. He doesn't need us to be a representation if He is there personally. P.S. If you are interested wearing a veil but don't have one, please feel free reach out to me (Katrina)! I somehow have acquired several over the years, and am more than happy to lend you one! This is a great opportunity to try if out if you're curious! Many women in the congregation will be wearing veils, so you won't stand out at all.
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Can I take pictures during the ceremony?
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Due to the solemn and sacred nature of the Mass, we ask you to please refrain from taking any pictures during the ceremony. Don't worry, though, we've got some professionals to do that for us! Feel free to take pictures afterwards, though! (Just watch out for the professionals... they may swat you if you get in their way.)
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What time should I arrive to the ceremony?
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Please arrive 15-30 minutes early to allow time to be seated. Our wonderful ushers will be standing by to assist.
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My kids aren't on my RSVP page!
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Please reach out to us! Making a list of everyone you know and love is tough stuff, folks. We tried to make sure we accounted for everyone in your family, but we may have miscounted. If you've got missing kids (or extra kids?) on your RSVP page, please let us know and we'll get it corrected. That said, space IS limited in the chapel. If you have someone available to babysit and your kiddos wouldn't be too interested in a wedding anyway, leaving the littles home could help free up some extra wiggle room for the grown-ups. (That's just a consideration. The kids are totally invited and welcome to be there!!)
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May I bring a plus-one?
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Unfortunately, due to budget and space limitations, we have to stick to a firm guest count. Based on our current guest count, we are not able to accommodate very many plus-ones. If there is a question about it please reach out to me or Dakota personally. Thank you for understanding! Of course, if you've got a spouse we didn't know about (look... don't you remember YOUR brain on wedding planning??), they're invited! Please let us know, and we'll get them added!
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Should I give the couple a gift?
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Sure! If you want to. There is a Registry tab above, or here is the link! You can check that out if you'd like. https://www.amazon.com/wedding/organize-registry?ref_=AWR_subnav
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Is there food at the reception?
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We're having a taco bar!
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What if I have food allergies?
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Just let us know through the website
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Will there be any alcohol?
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There will be alcohol! However we do ask that our guests know and respect their own alcohol limits. This will be a celebration that we want remembered.
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I have more questions!
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Text us!