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David Dumm ~ Deacon over Hospitality
Weddings & Receptions
Marriage is a civil contract between a man and a woman but more than this it
is a covenant that a man and woman make with God. For Christians this is a
covenant through which a man and a woman are instructed to live together for
the remainder of their lives in accordance with God's Word. (Matt. 19: 3-6)
The elders of the Central church feel that since marriage is biblical doctrine, we
must support this doctrine in every way and we must not project an image
which is contrary to marriage as described in the scriptures. For this reason,
the following guidelines are required for the use of the building and facilities of
the Central church of Christ.
is a covenant that a man and woman make with God. For Christians this is a
covenant through which a man and a woman are instructed to live together for
the remainder of their lives in accordance with God's Word. (Matt. 19: 3-6)
The elders of the Central church feel that since marriage is biblical doctrine, we
must support this doctrine in every way and we must not project an image
which is contrary to marriage as described in the scriptures. For this reason,
the following guidelines are required for the use of the building and facilities of
the Central church of Christ.
| Premarital Consultation |
Before deciding to participate in the marriage preparation process
provided through the church, we ask that couples agree to the following:
In is understood that the decision to have the wedding in the Central building
will only be made after sufficient information is available to the elders and to
the couple being married.
Weddings may not be scheduled on Sundays.
The auditorium seats approximately 500 persons.
provided through the church, we ask that couples agree to the following:
- Willingness to attend all the premarital counseling sessions with a
minister of the church. - That the bride, groom or family thereof is a member of the church of
Christ. - Agreement with the conditions which follow regarding the use of the
building and facilities. - Provide a program of the wedding and outline the facilities of the building
that would be required.
In is understood that the decision to have the wedding in the Central building
will only be made after sufficient information is available to the elders and to
the couple being married.
Weddings may not be scheduled on Sundays.
The auditorium seats approximately 500 persons.
All couples contemplating marriage at the Central church will be expected to engage in
pre-marital counseling for a period of up to 6 hours depending on the situation. Appointments
for pre-marital counseling should be scheduled well in advance of the wedding and it is the
responsibility of the bride and groom to make arrangements with the minister for this
consultation.
We view marriage as a life-long commitment that requires a vital connection with Christ. Our
pre-marital ministry is designed to help couples discern their readiness for this awesome
commitment and equip them for the joys and challenges of married life.
pre-marital counseling for a period of up to 6 hours depending on the situation. Appointments
for pre-marital counseling should be scheduled well in advance of the wedding and it is the
responsibility of the bride and groom to make arrangements with the minister for this
consultation.
We view marriage as a life-long commitment that requires a vital connection with Christ. Our
pre-marital ministry is designed to help couples discern their readiness for this awesome
commitment and equip them for the joys and challenges of married life.
| Wedding Music |
No musical instruments are permitted on the premises. Non-religious instrumental tapes such
as "The Wedding March" or other wedding music may be allowed if used in good taste and in
keeping with the wedding ceremony. These selections should be submitted to the hospitality
deacon for approval at least one week before the wedding. Acapella singing is encouraged.
as "The Wedding March" or other wedding music may be allowed if used in good taste and in
keeping with the wedding ceremony. These selections should be submitted to the hospitality
deacon for approval at least one week before the wedding. Acapella singing is encouraged.
| Decorations |
Common sense should prevail when decorating the church building. Please ask the hospitality
deacon if you have any questions about what can and cannot be used.
Only candelabra and unity candles are permitted. Individual candles are considered a fire
hazard. Every precaution must be taken to prevent candle wax from spilling or dripping on
carpets. Avoid the use of any fastener, scotch tape that might tend to deface the woodwork,
walls or furnishings.
All decorations need to be removed from the building and facilities returned to their original
state on the day of the wedding. Please allow time for cleaning before the next scheduled
service. On Saturday, vacate by 3:00 p.m. for adequate time to clean and distribute Sunday
bulletins into the pew racks. On Wednesday vacate by 2:00 p.m. The church shall not be
responsible for loss or damage of any wedding decorations.
deacon if you have any questions about what can and cannot be used.
Only candelabra and unity candles are permitted. Individual candles are considered a fire
hazard. Every precaution must be taken to prevent candle wax from spilling or dripping on
carpets. Avoid the use of any fastener, scotch tape that might tend to deface the woodwork,
walls or furnishings.
All decorations need to be removed from the building and facilities returned to their original
state on the day of the wedding. Please allow time for cleaning before the next scheduled
service. On Saturday, vacate by 3:00 p.m. for adequate time to clean and distribute Sunday
bulletins into the pew racks. On Wednesday vacate by 2:00 p.m. The church shall not be
responsible for loss or damage of any wedding decorations.
| Sound room and Sound Equipment |
Only the existing sound equipment may be used at any time and only the Central church sound
technician may operate this equipment.
The music outline and CD(s) are to be given to sound technician on or before the day of
rehearsal.
The pulpit and Lord's Table can only be moved with the supervision of the sound technician.
technician may operate this equipment.
The music outline and CD(s) are to be given to sound technician on or before the day of
rehearsal.
The pulpit and Lord's Table can only be moved with the supervision of the sound technician.
| Reception |
Please coordinate the time and date for the rehearsal with the hospitality deacon. The wedding
rehearsal, if all members of the wedding party are on time, will take between 45 minutes to an
hour. Members of the wedding party are expected to be present at the time of the rehearsal.
The sound technician should be notified in advance to permit him to arrive 30 minutes earlier
than the rest of the wedding party.
If the fellowship hall and kitchen is used for the rehearsal dinner, make arrangements in
advance for cleaning the facilities.
rehearsal, if all members of the wedding party are on time, will take between 45 minutes to an
hour. Members of the wedding party are expected to be present at the time of the rehearsal.
The sound technician should be notified in advance to permit him to arrive 30 minutes earlier
than the rest of the wedding party.
If the fellowship hall and kitchen is used for the rehearsal dinner, make arrangements in
advance for cleaning the facilities.
The fellowship hall is available for receptions following weddings. Arrangements for the
fellowship hall can be made in consultation with the hospitality deacon. The fellowship hall
will accommodate approximately 200 persons.
No alcoholic beverages or dancing is allowed at wedding receptions held in church facilities and
no smoking is allowed on the church premises.
fellowship hall can be made in consultation with the hospitality deacon. The fellowship hall
will accommodate approximately 200 persons.
No alcoholic beverages or dancing is allowed at wedding receptions held in church facilities and
no smoking is allowed on the church premises.
| Facilities |
The designated person who received the key to the church building will be responsible for
locking all outside doors on leaving.
No rice, confetti or birdseed may be thrown by members of the wedding party in the church
building or outside. Bubbles are recommended as an alternate. Rose petals which stain carpet
must not be used. Toilet tissue from the church building cannot be used to decorate the rooms
or vehicles.
locking all outside doors on leaving.
No rice, confetti or birdseed may be thrown by members of the wedding party in the church
building or outside. Bubbles are recommended as an alternate. Rose petals which stain carpet
must not be used. Toilet tissue from the church building cannot be used to decorate the rooms
or vehicles.
| All fees shall be paid at least thirty (30) days prior to the wedding day. Premarital Counseling (Central minister) $100.00 Cleaning Auditorium (wedding or rehearsal) $100.00 Cleaning Fellowship Hall (wedding or rehearsal) $100.00 Sound Technician $100.00 Damage Deposit (Refundable) $200.00 It must be understood that any damage or costs that are incurred as a result of the use of these facilities and exceed the $200.00 damage deposit will be the responsibility of the wedding party. Any fee or honorarium for the services of the minister is at the discretion of the wedding party. Adjustments to be above costs may be necessary for special events or situations. |
| Costs |