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We'd like to be
married at St. Timothy Church. How do we begin planning?
Begin by placing a call to Kay Schuele at the parish office
(384-1100) to schedule a meeting and a wedding date.
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What is involved
in the marriage preparation program at St. Timothy?
1. Meet with the priest or deacon.
2. Participate in the parish marriage preparation program "In
Faithful Love" and a diocesan program.
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What are the diocesan requirements?
In order to enter into the Sacrament of Marriage in the Diocese of
Covington, every engaged couple must attend
1. One of three approved diocesan
Marriage Preparation Programs
2.
Natural Family Planning course series.
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How soon in
advance of the wedding should we contact the parish?
We suggest calling at least six months in advance.
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Do we need to be
St. Timothy parishioners to be married at St. Timothy Church?
You do not have to be registered parishioners at St. Timothy but
must be parishioners in good standing at another parish to have your
wedding in our church.
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I was previously
married and am now divorced. How does this affect my wedding plans?
There are a number of issues that must be addressed surrounding
the matter of previous marriage. You will need to meet with the
priest to discuss your situation.
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I'm Catholic,
but my future spouse is not. Is that a problem?
Usually not, but a special type of Church permission called a
dispensation is required. You will need to meet with the priest to
discuss your situation.
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May ministers
from other denominations participate in the wedding ceremony?
Yes. Please inform the priest or deacon if another minister is
participating.
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May another
priest or deacon who is a family member or friend preside at the wedding?
Priests from other Catholic churches are welcome to participate
or preside in the wedding ceremony. Visiting presiders are expected
to attend the rehearsal.
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What are the
fees for a wedding service at St. Timothy Church?
The wedding
fee is $500. This fee includes the stipend for the priest
or deacon and does not change if the wedding if officiated by an
outside priest or deacon. The fee helps to cover the parish expenses
and building maintenance and upkeep (including heating and air
conditioning).
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Are there any
restrictions on date and time?
Weddings can take place any time on Friday or
on Saturday before 1:30pm or after 6:30pm. Mass can be celebrated but generally
only if both the bride and groom are practicing Catholics.
No one may enter the church to begin decorating or setup until
one-half hour after a regular parish Mass is concluded. The
church must be cleared by 3pm on Saturday for daytime weddings.
Pictures must be concluded one-half hour after the wedding is
completed.
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When can my
wedding rehearsal be scheduled?
Rehearsals should take place in church the evening before the
wedding if possible. Wedding rehearsals for Thursdays are scheduled
at 6:30 p.m. Rehearsals scheduled for Fridays can be at any time.
The rehearsal is an important time to practice; all those with a
special function in the wedding should attend.
Please contact Kay Schuele at the parish office (384-1100) to
schedule.
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What do I
need to know about the music during the wedding ceremony?
Weddings celebrated at St. Timothy should reflect our Sunday
celebrations, drawing from and building upon the parish's musical
repertoire. The liturgical music director coordinates all music and
musicians. For further information or to schedule a meeting to plan
your wedding music, contact the music minister.
Note: All musicians and vocalists for your wedding have their own fee
schedule. Their fees are not included in the fees for the church or
the stipend for the presiding priest/deacon.
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What do I
need to know about the wedding ceremony decor in the church?
Please refer to the
Wedding Ceremony Decor guidelines for specific
information.
You will need to contact
the Art and Environment coordinator
to discuss the decor and schedule a
set-up time for the ceremony.
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What is the
photography policy?
Still photography and video/audio taping may be done. Flash
photography is not permitted during the ceremony. All equipment
should be as unobtrusive as possible so it won't distract from
prayer. The camera or other equipment should be located by the doors
to the worship space. Photographers are not permitted in the
sanctuary. At no time should the photographer be in the aisle or in
front of the pews including the procession in.
Pictures in the church must be completed one-half hour within after the wedding
ceremony's conclusion.
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How do I get a
marriage license?
You can get your marriage license in any county of the state of
Kentucky.
Both parties must be present and supply a state birth
certificate. The Boone County Courthouse is located at
2950 Washington St., Burlington, KY.
Phone:
(859) 334-3624.
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Is Brodnick Hall
available for rental?
Reservations for weddings can be made one year in advance.
Please refer to the
Brodnick
Hall Policies for cost and policy information.
Contact
Jennifer Fedders
(384-1100 ext.23) to reserve the hall or for more
information.