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Formal Wedding Advice
A formal wedding means that you basically want to conform to the traditional rites of the church. Generally, a formal wedding is larger both in the size of wedding party and the number of guests invited, and features more elaborate decorations, attire, invitations, and reception arrangements, than a semiformal or informal wedding.
If you plan to have a church wedding, you should make an appointment to meet with the church wedding coordinator before you set your wedding date. You should ask the following questions:
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Do the bride and groom need to be members of the church?
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Will you be required to attend any premarital counseling or training?
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Can you be of any denomination?
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Does the church perform interfaith marriages?
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Are there any church wedding customs?
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What dates and times can you choose for your wedding?
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Are there any other events on that day?
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 What are the hours that you can use the church for rehearsals? -
What is the maximum amount of seating?
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Do they offer help with special vows or other liturgical elements you would like to have in your wedding service?
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Do they have any rental equipment (candelabras, etc.)?
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Can you use rice, confetti, or birdseed?
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Are there any restrictions concerning music, flowers, decorations, photography, or videography?
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Can you use your own minister?
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Can you use their piano or organ?
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Do they have a sound system?
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Can you use candles?
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What parking is available?
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What is the cost of the service?
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What deposits are necessary?
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Who is responsible for clean up?
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Are there any other costs or restrictions?
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