FAQs

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Where is the wedding located?

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Messiah United Methodist Church - 6215 Rolling Road, West Springfield, VA 22152

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What time should I arrive?

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3:45. The ceremony will begin at 4:00. Family members may be asked to arrive early for photography purposes. We will let you know if that includes you.

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What is the dress code?

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Semi-formal to cocktail. Think polished dresses or jumpsuits, dress shirts and pants, dressy separates, or suits. Avoid jeans or sneakers, but also skip the tux or gown. If you're somewhere between the two, you're probably fine, but if in doubt, there are plenty of guides online that can help you out.

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Will there be alcohol served at the event?

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The United Methodist Church forbids alcohol from being served on the premises, so this will be a dry wedding. However, we will have a small selection of zero-proof wines and beers for those who enjoy the taste, as well as zero-proof champagne (and sparkling cider) for the toasts. We will also have a variety of non-alcoholic beverages, including signature mocktails, available. While we personally have nothing against drinking in moderation, we do ask that you respect the United Methodist Church's policy and refrain from bringing any alcohol onto the church grounds. Thanks! For those who would like to grab a drink afterwards, there are several establishments nearby which do serve alcohol. One of our personal favorites is Ledo Pizza, which is in a shopping center just down the street. They have a full bar and a variety of beers available.

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Are kids welcome?

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Yes! We'd love to have you bring them along. Just please keep an eye on them to make sure that they stay safe and don't get lost.

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Are you registered? Where?

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Right here on Zola! There is no obligation to give us anything, though. Seriously, having you in our lives is the best gift of all!

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Can I bring a date?

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We have tried to offer plus ones to all guests in long-term relationships, but we may have overlooked a few. If you have a serious partner who you would like to bring, please reach out and let us know the situation and we will try and accommodate. Due to space limitations, we may have to say no, but we definitely want to have them there if possible!

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I have a dietary restriction, can I make a special request?

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Please do! Unless you're a vegetarian, that is, because the bride is a vegetarian, so there will be plenty of vegetarian food by default.

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What kind of food is being served?

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American Chinese!