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Wedding Information
The Wedding Service
A wedding is, first and
foremost, worship of the God who calls two people in love together in
marriage. Recognizing this as you plan your ceremony will give you a clearer
vision of what your wedding service should be. Because your
wedding is worship, only those actions appropriate to worship are strongly
recommended. The pastor can assist you to determine what is appropriate.
Scheduling
- As soon as possible:
- Confirm that the wedding date is open at the church and that the minister
is available.
- Secure the wedding date and rehearsal date with the church calendar
through the Wedding Director. A minimum deposit of $100 is required at
this time which is deducted from the wedding fees of $575 ($275 for members)
- Set up two counseling sessions with the minister.
- Contact the available organist to discuss music details (i.e. organ,
piano, soloists, etc.)
- If appropriate, contact your florist, photographer and videographer.
At your second counseling session: Complete the wedding party list
and return it to the minister.
At the rehearsal: Complete payment of the remaining wedding fees.
Wedding Fees
Non-Members:
Members:
Sanctuary: 375.00
at member's discretion
(for small weddings:
75.00 per hour)
Social Hall: 300.00
at member's discretion
(with use of kitchen)
Pastor: 250.00
100.00
Organist: 150.00
75.00
Custodian 75 - 125.00 50.00
Optional:
Rehearsals
Rehearsals are usually held the evening prior to the day of the wedding. The
rehearsal normally takes between 30 and 45 minutes. All
persons involved in the wedding should be present and on time. Ushers should
be present to learn of their special responsibilities. Parents
should also attend so they know escorting procedures and seating placement.
All
arrangements for the wedding service must be made with the pastor prior to the
rehearsal; the pastor will guide participants through details,
responsibilities, and movement in the wedding.
Receptions
You may
choose to hold your reception in the church's social hall or a small reception
in the church lounge. Receptions are scheduled through the church office and
are subject to space and time availability.
Couples
are responsible for providing all food and drink, coffee, paper products,
decorations, servers and clean-up.
Out of
consideration to our custodial personnel, we ask that receptions at the church
conclude at a reasonable hour. Remember, most weddings are on Saturdays and
the custodian must prepare the church facilities for Sunday morning use.
We do not wish to rush you, but ask only for sensitivity to the needs
of the church and its custodial staff.
Marriage License
A valid
marriage license must be obtained from the office of the Register of Deeds at
the Courthouse. The license must be received by the church
office no later than on the day of the rehearsal. This is an important
detail, so be sure to obtain the marriage license well in advance of your
wedding date.
Order of Worship:
The following ritual is the United Methodist Book of Worship Wedding Service
used for weddings at Eureka United Methodist Church/
Wedding Ceremony
A typical wedding ceremony looks like this (the order or service may be
altered in cooperation with pastor and couple):
Processional (including the bridal march)
Greeting
Presentation of the Bride
Declaration of Intention
Scripture Reading
Pastor's Address
Exchange of Vows
Blessing and Receiving of Rings
Lighting of the Unity Candle (optional)
Declaration of Marriage
Communion (optional)
Wedding Blessing
Introduction of the Couple
Recessional
*note: if you want the church office to print the bulletins, you must
provide the bulletins (which may be purchased at any Christian bookstore or
bridal store).
Scripture Passages for Weddings
You are welcome to make
suggestions to the pastor concerning the selection of Scripture passages for
the wedding service. Normally, three texts are read.
The following are some
options for you to consider. You are welcome to recommend passages not
included below to the pastor.
Old Testament Texts
Genesis
1:26-31
Genesis
2:18-24
Genesis
24:48-51, 58-67
Jeremiah
31:31-34
Ruth
1:1-18 9
Song of
Solomon 2:8-10, 14, 16; 8:6-7
Psalms
Psalm
33:1-5, 20-22
Psalm 100
Psalm 128
Psalm 134
Psalm
136:1-9
Psalm 150
Epistle Texts
Romans
8:31-39
Romans
12:1-2, 9-18
1
Corinthians 13:1-7, 13
Philippians
4:4-7
Ephesians
5:21-33
Colossians
3:12-17
1 Peter
3:8-9
1 John
4:7-12
Revelation
19:1, 5-9
Gospel Texts
Matthew
19:4-6
Matthew
22:35-40
Mark 10:6-9
John 2:1-11
John 15:9-12
Hymns for Congregational Singing
O Perfect
Love
The Gift of Love
Hear Us Now,
Our God and Father
Heavenly
Father, Hear Our Prayer
Love Divine,
All Loves Excelling
Eternal God,
Before Your Throne
Our Father,
by Whose Name
The King of
Love My Shepherd Is
Come, My
Way, My Truth, My Life
All
Creatures of Our God and King
Now Thank We
All Our God
Praise to
the Lord, the Almighty
Praise, My
Soul, the King of Heaven
Joyful,
Joyful We Adore Thee
Let All
Things Now Living
Glories of
Your Name are Spoken
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