Faq's

Your wedding date is reserved after:

- Receiving approval from the Cathedral Dean.

- Returning all required signed paperwork.

- Paying the non-refundable wedding deposit.

Wedding Deposit:

- Members: $300

- Non-Members: $500

At least one member of the couple must be a baptized Christian.

If either person has been previously married, additional approval and documentation may be required before the wedding can be scheduled.

Please let us know during your initial inquiry if either of you has been previously married.

You will be asked to provide copies of divorce paperwork, and your officiating priest will discuss your previous marriage(s) during

pre-marital preparation. In cases involving multiple previous marriages, approval from the Bishop of the Diocese may be required.

Yes. All couples participate in 3-4 pre-marital counseling sessions with the clergy member officiating the wedding.

Topics include:

- Marriage as a sacrament

- Faith and spirituality

- Communication

- Conflict resolution

- Finances

- Family relationships

- Children

- Career expectations

- Sexuality and intimacy

- Blended families and remarriage (when applicable)

Cathedral clergy normally officiate all weddings and are assigned on a rotating basis.

If you would like another clergy member to participate, they are welcome to assist at the invitation of the Cathedral officiant.

Yes! Our Director of Music will help you select music that is appropriate for a Christian worship service.

Please note:

- Sacred music is required.

- Congregational hymns are encouraged.

- The Cathedral organist plays weddings requiring organ music.

- Additional musicians can be arranged for an additional fee.

The Wedding package includes access from 9:00 AM- 12:00 AM Monday-Friday and 8:00 AM- 11:00 PM on Saturday.

Deposit

Members: $500

Non-Members: $500

50% is due 6 months before event date.

Remaining balance is due 30 days before.

Small weddings (20 guests or fewer) may qualify for a different fee structure.

Additional charges may apply for:

- Security

- Additional musicians

- Reception or rehearsal dinner space rentals

- Specialty floral requests

Wedding deposits are non-refundable.

If a wedding is canceled before final invoicing, a $500 administrative fee will be charged for clergy and staff preparation.

If cancellation occurs after payment has been made, partial refunds may be available according to the Cathedral's refund schedule.

Security

Additional musicians

Reception or rehearsal dinner space rentals

Specialty floral requests

Begin by contacting the Cathedral Events Coordinator.

After reviewing the Wedding Manual, you will:

1. Complete the Holy Matrimony application.

2. Schedule an introductory phone conversation.

3. Receive approval from the Dean.

4. Submit your paperwork and deposit to officially reserve your wedding date.

We look forward to helping you celebrate this joyful and sacred occasion!

Yes. Holy Eucharist is encouraged as a meaningful first meal together as a married couple.

All baptized Christians are welcome to receive Communion at Grace & Holy Trinity Cathedral.

Sample wedding programs are available, and standard programs are included in the wedding fee unless specialty paper or custom printing is requested.

Couples may produce their own wedding program in consultation with the officiating clergy.

All programs require final approval by Cathedral clergy.

Professional photographers are welcome.

Flash photography is permitted up to 2 hours before and 30 minutes after the ceremony.

During the service, photographers may photograph only the processional and recessional.

Photos during the ceremony must be taken using available light.

Photographers must remain behind the pews.

Guests are asked not to take photographs or video during the worship service.

Yes.

Videographers should:

- Remain in the organ loft during the ceremony.

- Use no additional lighting.

- Use only the Cathedral's existing sound system.

The Nave of The Cathedral seats up to 600 guests.

The Founders’ Hall Banquet Space seats up to 300.

Yes.

The Cathedral offers approximately 100 on-site parking spaces, including accessible parking.

Additional parking is available in a nearby pay lot and on surrounding streets.

Alcohol is not permitted before or immediately after the rehearsal or wedding ceremony on Cathedral grounds.

If your reception is held in Founders' Hall, beer, wine, and champagne may be served in Founders' Hall and its courtyard.

Rehearsals are typically held the Thursday before the wedding and last approximately one hour.

The Cathedral florist provides the required altar arrangements.

If you would like specialty flowers, colors, or upgraded arrangements, you may work directly with the Cathedral's florist, Trapp & Co., and pay any additional costs.

Personal bouquets and boutonnieres may be purchased from any florist.

Yes. To preserve the beauty and safety of the Cathedral:

Not permitted:

Flower petals

Rice

Birdseed

Confetti

Balloons

Aisle runners

Unity candles

Additional candelabras

Bubbles may be used outside the Cathedral following the ceremony.

Absolutely.

Children ages 5 and older generally do best in wedding processions. Younger children are welcome, and we recommend they sit with a parent or responsible adult after the procession.

Your wedding follows the Celebration and Blessing of a Marriage from the Book of Common
Prayer.

Couples may:

Choose Scripture readings

Select hymns and sacred music

Invite family or friends to read Scripture

Include Holy Eucharist (Communion), which is encouraged

The clergy will help you plan your service.