Celebration Church

 

Free Church Weddings

 

 

 

Purpose:

            Celebration Church recognizes that marriage is a sacred opportunity from God for a man and woman.  Marriage is a lifetime commitment to another person that is meant to be a blessing of joy and stability for both.  A loving bond of commitment to our spouse unleashes our greatest potential.

            While it is possible for a couple to be married anywhere, the beauty, comfort and symbolism of a church sanctuary is a great place for a marriage to begin.  Unfortunately the cost of any wedding has become so great that it is difficult for many couples to afford a wedding, especially a church ceremony.

            Our goal is to make marriage obtainable by offering a free wedding package at Celebration Church.

  

How does it work?

            Free Wedding Weekends will be held periodically throughout the year.  Available times may be reserved on a first come first served basis.  (Thursday 5 and 7 p.m.; Friday 1, 3, 5 and 7 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.; 12, 2, 4, and 6 p.m.)

            The wedding time slots are two hours apart.  The bridal party may arrive at the church in order to get ready ½ hour prior to their wedding.  The wedding will begin exactly at the time allotted. 

            The wedding vows, processional, and recessional music are preselected by the church.  The couple may select a special song to be performed during the ceremony from a list of choices.  The bridal party may customize the service by requesting some special features, such as communion, unity candle or sand service, etc…

            If desired, a rehearsal can be scheduled on Monday or Tuesday night.  The rehearsal schedule will be determined a month prior to the wedding.

  

What’s provided?

1.                  Pre-marital mentoring

2.                  Decorations such as candelabras, wedding arch, communion bench and candles. 

3.                  Minister services

4.                  Live music

5.                  Soundman services

6.                  15 photo package

7.                  Artificial flower bouquets and boutonnieres (pre-made in neutral color chosen by church), flower petals and basket and ring bearer pillow (all flowers provided by Akron CitiCenter Florist)

8.         Sterling silver wedding bands from Quantum Jewelry (three choices below)

9.         Formal hair styling at Charles Lee Salon & Spa 

10.       Makeover for the bride from Avon consultants

11.       Video services from CommonSwift Enterprises

12.       A selection of over 30 bridal gowns available for brides to borrow for the ceremony – dresses donated by Doreen Leaf Designs Bridal Salon in Hartville (3 of the selections are pictured below)

13.       A free two-tier wedding cake, which serves 60-75 people (to be used at wedding receptions held off-site) donated by Wedding Cake Company

14.       A free night in the Clarion Hotel of Hudson, Ohio

15.              Rehearsal time

Requirements:

            This service is available to anyone regardless of church attendance.  However the following requirements must be met:

1.                  Attendance and participation at two pre-marital mentoring sessions.  One is a group session and the other will feature personal time for each couple.

2.                  Agreement to honor the wedding schedule

3.                  Must have a valid State of Ohio marriage license

Upcoming Wedding Weekends:
            June 3-5, 2010
            June 10-12, 2010
            October 7-9, 2010
            October 14-16, 2010
           

Pre-marital Mentoring:
          April 30 (7 p.m.) & May 8 (TBD), 2010 (for all June weddings)
             August 27 (7 p.m.) & September 11 (TBD), 2010 (for all October weddings)
             November 5 (7 p.m.) & November 13 (TBD), 2010 (for January weddings)

Call today to schedule your free church wedding! Time slots are filling up fast!


 

 


  

   

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