Catholic Church Wedding Fees & Requirements

My husband-to-be and I are both from Irish Catholic families, so no major religion differences exist. But we are having difficulties securing a church for our wedding. We understand that pre-marriage counseling is required and have a family priest who can offer that when we next visit my family. It.... [Read more]

What to wear to a church wedding

Hi there

My husband I are invited to a friend's church wedding abroad in late July: starts at 3pm and afterwards reception at hotel. No dress code was mentioned.

We are both in mid 30's (I'm Oriental): we are thinking to wear something navy. i.e. A simple long chiffon dress (navy) with shrug.... [Read more]

Shower given by church family for small wedding

My daughter-in-law to-be is being given a wedding shower by her church family. An announcement is made and all are invited, which is common practice. My son is to provide his list of family and friends to be invited to the shower. The wedding is being held at her small church, and invitations to.... [Read more]

Inviting clergy

My mom attends mass at this little mission church, the grounds are very pretty the pastor is allowing us to take our wedding pictures on the property. We would love to have this priest as a guest at our reception, but we don't know how to approach him, because we don't want him to feel obligated to.... [Read more]

Selecting a church for our wedding ceremony

My fiance & I live approx. 1 1/2 hours from my hometown where our wedding will take place. We have chosen a beautiful church which we have both agreed upon for our wedding, however now my parents are "insisting" to have our wedding at their church...both churches are Catholic. They say it's.... [Read more]