FAQs
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I've never been to a Catholic wedding Mass. What should I expect?
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Our wedding will be a Catholic Mass with the marriage rite included. The Mass is one of the most important parts of our Catholic faith. If you'd like to learn more about it, we have some resources! An in-depth explanation of the Mass: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQfiwW52tmI An explanation of the order of the Mass: https://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/the-mass/order-of-mass
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How do I RSVP?
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RSVP on this website! Go to the RSVP page, enter your name as it appears on your invitation, and complete the form. We would prefer that you RSVP on the website, but you can alternatively RSVP by calling or texting either one of us.
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When should I RSVP by?
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Please RSVP no later than July 16th. RSVPs allow us to plan for the right amount of people at our wedding, so we would appreciate them as early as possible.
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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?
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The ceremony starts promptly at 2pm. Please arrive no later than 1:45 so that you can find your seat and prayerfully prepare for Mass.
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Where should we sit at the ceremony?
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The Cathedral is very large, so there will be more than enough seating available. Please find a seat close to the front of the main section. We will reserve the first row or two for the wedding party and immediate family.
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What should I do if I have a food allergy?
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Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions. We have a few gluten-free attendees, so we will provide some gluten-free and celiac-safe food options.
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Do you have any hotel recommendations?
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We reserved room blocks at two hotels which are listed on the travel page. Both room blocks offer a group rate which may be better than booking separately. You are also welcome to choose your own accommodations.
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What kind of parking is available at the venues?
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Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral, where the ceremony will be held, has a large parking area surrounding the building. You should be able to find parking close to the entrance. The Fallon Center, where the reception will be held, has parking in front of the building. There is also parking on the lower level of the building next door.
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Where is the Fallon Center?
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The Fallon Center is the church hall at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. They have different addresses but are on the same property.
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I want to remember the event. Can I take photos?
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We ask that you do not take photos or videos during the wedding Mass. We have a professional photographer and videographer who will be capturing the ceremony. You are welcome to take photos during the reception and in the time before and after the Mass.