Deacon-Hospitality
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
If you have any questions on any of the above, contact Randy King at
rking@centralcocfamily.com.
