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FAQs

If you have any additional questions before the big day that are not addressed here, please do not hesitate to reach out to us! You can email us at emilydandsams@gmail.com or text/call us for more information.
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How long will the ceremony be?

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A Catholic wedding Mass is a bit longer than some wedding ceremonies because in addition to vows, it includes the Eucharist, which is an important part of our faith. You can expect the Mass to be about 45 minutes to an hour. Because of the sacred nature of the Eucharist, Holy Communion is reserved for practicing Catholics who are properly disposed to receive. We warmly invite our non-Catholic and non-practicing guests to come forward for a blessing, or to remain seated and pray for us & our marriage. Thank you for being part of this meaningful celebration with us.

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What time should I arrive at the church?

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Guests are kindly asked to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the Mass start time, as the ceremony will begin promptly at 2:00 PM.

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Are children allowed?

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No, we kindly request no children at our wedding. We hope this gives all parents the opportunity to plan ahead and enjoy the evening. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

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When is the RSVP deadline?

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Please RSVP no later than October 15th! Any unanswered RSVPs will be counted as a “No.”

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What is the dress code?

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Long dresses or skirts and elegant cocktail dresses are encouraged for women; suits and ties are requested for men. We kindly ask our female guests to avoid wearing solid cabernet/burgundy, as this color is reserved for the wedding party.

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Are there any room blocks available, and how do I access them?

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Yes! We have a room block at the Inn at Leonardtown. Please ask about our group rate when you call. Kindly note that although this hotel is the closest to our reception venue, it is a 35-40 minute drive from the Church.

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Will there be parking at the church and venue?

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Yes! There is a parking lot across from the church. There is also a large parking lot in front of our reception venue, the Olde Breton Inn.

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Will there be an open bar?

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Yes, there will be an open bar at our reception.

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Can I bring a guest?

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Due to limited space, we are only able to accommodate guests listed on your invitation. Thank you for understanding.

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What type of food will be served?

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A buffet-style dinner will be served. Vegetarian and vegan options will be available.

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Is there a registry? How do I access it?

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Yes, there is! Guests can view our registry by navigating to the "Registry" tab on this website. On that tab, we have two links -- one for Zola, and one for Crate & Barrel.