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]

Can i get married in a catholic church??

My fiancee has been married before. He is Catholic and she was Christian. I believe they got married in a hall, but not in a church. They were divorced legally.

This is my first marriage and I want to get married in a Catholic church.

Since he was married before and Catholics do not accept.... [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]

Tuxedo for the minister?

I'm having an outdoor wedding at 5:30pm in the middle of May. The minister that is marrying us says he will wear whatever I want him to, but added that it is generally proper for the minister to be in a tuxedo on any ceremony after 4:00pm. I honestly can't remember a minister ever wearing a.... [Read more]

Do I need to invite church bell choir to reception?

We are getting married in a Catholic church. We have been members of this particular congregation for about a year. We have requested the church bell choir play at our wedding. They play for a donation. My question is, am I supposed to invite the entire bell choir to the reception. I do not.... [Read more]