- READINGS:
The bride and groom will need to consult with Fr. Brian when selecting the Scripture readings and music. Your selections need to be turned in at least two weeks before the wedding. Fr. Brian, Deacon Al or the wedding coordinator will give the bride and groom the Wedding Scripture book to help you prayerfully choose your readings. - PREPARING THE WEDDING PROGRAM:
The wedding coordinator will provide advice and samples; however typing and printing of the program are the responsibility of the wedding party. - CEREMONY AND REHEARSAL TIMES:
All wedding times are booked for a three (3) hour time slot, (1 1⁄2 hours before the ceremony and 30 minutes after). Wedding rehearsals are scheduled for a one (1) hour time slot and are usually held one or two days before the ceremony. Please be on time. If your ceremony or rehearsal begins late, due to wedding party delay, you still must be out of the Church by the agreed upon time. All wedding party members must attend the rehearsal and be at the church 30 minutes before the wedding ceremony. - GUEST BOOKS
Guest books are allowed in the foyer of the church. Please discuss with wedding coordinator. - DOCUMENTS YOU WILL NEED
A. A Newly Issued Copy of Baptismal Certificate (with notation of Confirmation): This certificate must be dated no more than six (6) months before the wedding. This is requirement for the Catholic party. Call the church where you were baptized and ask them for a NEWLY ISSUED BAPTISMAL CERTIFICATE.
B. Other Christian faiths also need proof of their Baptism. Please contact their church at least 6 months before the ceremony to obtain this information.
C. Bride & Groom will need to obtain two (2) copies of the “Witness Affidavit of Freedom to Marry”. (This paper will be given to you to have completed.) If both are not members of our parish the one not a member will need to obtain a letter of permission to marry from their pastor. - CIVIL MARRIAGE LICENSE:
This is obtained from any County Clerk. There is a waiting period of 72 hours before the license may be used, and it expires in thirty (30) days. A wedding ceremony cannot be conducted until you present a valid marriage license. For any acceptations and more information please call the Bell County Clerk at 254-933-5168. YOUR LICENSE MUST BE BROUGHT TO THE REHEARSAL. - SERVERS:
Altar servers are optional.
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