Here’s a true story. A couple called me in panic. They found the perfect wedding venue. They were so excited that they put down a big deposit on a date the venue had available. They then went about booking their vendors. They hired a DJ and photographer and were in the process of meeting with caterers.
They were so excited they forgot a crucial step. They didn’t want to have their ceremony at the venue, but hadn’t looked into a church for their wedding ceremony!
They finally realized their oversight. In a panic, they started calling churches in the area. None of the Catholic churches in the area would agree to marry them because they weren’t members. Other churches were already booked on their date. They called me to see if I could help them. I spent hours on the phone and visiting area churches. The only church available that I could find was far from their venue and had no air conditioning.
The couple had to decide if they wanted to get married in an overheated church at a distance from their venue, or give up their desire for a church ceremony and get married at the venue. They went with the church.
Learn from this couple’s lesson. If you want your ceremony in a location other than your reception venue, make sure the space is available before you book your venue or you might find yourself facing some tough decisions.
If you can relate to this couple’s story, share your story below. Other couples will appreciate your wedding planning advice.
