Marriage To Do List: 20 easy steps!
- Book the church.
- Book officiating priest.Decide whether to have Mass.
- Make an appointment with th elocal regstrar to give the formal three-months (can be given anytime up to three months before the date).
- Arrange Premarriage Preparation course.
- Plan reception (if desired).
- Order Papal blessing.(if desired)
- Arrange to have premarriage papers completed for both parties in yoour current parish(es) by priest(s).
- Plan the fromat of the ceremony with the officiating priest.
- Arrange for music/hymns.
- Contact those responsible for church decoration. (if desired)
- Plan and proof-read booklet. (if desired)
- Provide all the readers with copy of texts with which to practise.
- Purchase candle(s) for ceremony.
- Arrange rehearsal in the church with priest and readers.
- Designate someone the responsibility for bringing rings, coin(s)/gifts, candles, booklets, etc to the church on the day.
- Coordinate drivers to ensure timely arrival at church.(Plan for the bride to arrive 10 minutes before the time; photos will take 15 minutes).
- Assign people to welcome guests at church and usher them to their places. (Distribute booklets.)
- Deliver candle, rings, and coins/gifts to the altar before the ceremony begins.
- Deliver offerings/fees for priest and church services to the sacristy after the ceremony. (Usually doen by the best man.)
- Ensure that the Marriage Registration Form is delivered to civil authorities within one mnth of the date of marriage.