The psalms, primarily written by King David were originally prayers in the form of songs. In the spirit
Why can’t we have secular music at our wedding?
Liturgies, by their very nature are to teach us something about our faith. St. Augustine once said “he
Can we choose readings from the Bible that are not in the Rite of Marriage?
No. All liturgical celebrations should teach us something about our faith. Sacraments point us to God and gives
Do we have to have an Old Testament and New Testament Reading? Can we just have one?
All liturgical celebrations should teach us something about our faith. Sacraments point us to God and gives us
Is there a part of the liturgy where the father gives the bride away?
I’ve seen it in my friend’s protestant church. No. Centuries ago, marriages were political, social, and economic unions
Do we give anything to the altar servers who assist at our wedding ceremony?
Yes, the servers are giving of their free time so be generous. Some churches include this in their fees,
Do we have to give the priest/ deacon something as a thank you after the wedding?
Though it is not required to give your priest/deacon anything as a thank you for helping to prepare
Can we have children involved in our wedding ceremony (ring bearers, flower girls)?
It is not advisable to have very young children involved in the ceremony since they may become a
Can I have a maid and matron of honor (or two best men)?
You can have anyone past the age of reason for your witnesses. It may be two women or
Do the best man and maid of honor need to be Catholic?
Neither the best man nor the maid of honor needs to be Catholic. This is one instance where they