FAQs

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What should I wear to a Catholic wedding?

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Our wedding will be a Mass. The Mass is a sacred celebration where God comes to dwell with us. Modesty is befitting. That being said, gentlemen: please wear nice pants and a shirt. Ladies: please wear a long dress, shoot for the mid calf. Thank you!

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Where should I stay?

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If you navigate to our "Travel" button at the top of the page, you will be able to choose from hotels linked on it. The links will redirect you to their pages accordingly.

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Where are you going on your Honeymoon?

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We are going to Rome over Spring Break. We are so excited to start our marriage in the Holiest of cities!

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Can I RSVP online or do I have to mail in an RSVP card?

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You may RSVP online through here. Please navigate to the "RSVP" button at the top of the page.

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Is there parking available near your wedding venue(s)?

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Yes, parking will be available at St. John's for all guests. There is a gravel lot across the street in case the main lot fills up quickly.

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Will your wedding be indoors or outdoors?

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It will be indoors, as will the reception.

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What is the weather like in the area?

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Stillwater will be cold in January, we hope it won't be icy, but make sure you dress accordingly.

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Will there be meal options for guests with dietary restrictions or allergies?

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No, we apologize for any inconvenience.

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Could you give me a link to your wedding registry?

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Our registry is linked on here, please navigate to the "Registry" button at the top of the page.

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Where should we bring/send our wedding gift?

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Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift we could ask for. If you would like to honor us with a physical gift, you can have it delivered to our home. We will also have a gift table at the wedding if you choose to bring it with you.

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What time should I arrive at your wedding ceremony?

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We are planning on getting married at 4pm on Saturday. Please arrive at least 20-30 minutes early for seating purposes.

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Will there be a time gap between your wedding ceremony and reception?

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Just a small one for pictures. The reception will start promptly after the wedding ceremony in the Hoftorium, which is the parish hall.

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What date should I RSVP by?

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We kindly ask that you RSVP by December 10th.

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Could you suggest places to eat, drink and see while I am in town for your wedding?

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Please navigate to our "Things to Do" page to find out what there is to do in Stillwater, Oklahoma.

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Am I allowed to take photos at your wedding?

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While we love that you want to capture our special moments, we kindly request an unplugged ceremony to allow everyone to be fully present and immersed in the experience. Our professional photographer will be capturing all the highlights, and we'll share the photos with you afterwards. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in creating a distraction-free environment for our ceremony.

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Can I post wedding photos on social media?

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Yes, of course. We will have a QR Code poster for a shared Google Photos folder in the Parish Hall during the reception.

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Where should I sit?

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The first three rows will be reserved for the wedding party and immediate family members. Pick a seat not a side, you're here for both the Groom and the Bride!

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What time should I go home?

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Our reception is planned from 5:45 to 9:00 pm.

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When will we eat?

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The reception will start promptly after the ceremony, with some pictures in between. However, expect to eat close to 6pm.

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Can I bring a plus one?

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Due to limited space, we are only able to accomodate those guests formally invited on your wedding invitation. If you recieved a plus one, they will appear under your name when you RSVP. Thank you for understanding!

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Will there be an open bar?

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Yes! The drinks are on us and the hangover is on you, get ready to party! For this reason we encourage you to Uber/Lyft (unless you have a designated driver) from the reception. Please make sure you have a way to get back to your hotel safely.

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What do I do if I can't make it?

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You will be dearly missed! If you cannot make it to the wedding, please let us know as soon as possible and RSVP "not attending" so we can plan accordingly. Thank you!