Fees
*This deposit will be refunded if the library and any other facilities used by the wedding party are left in a clean,tidy manner and if the wedding begins on time. If not, then the deposit will be used to pay someone to clean the church/room(s) and/or divided among the musicians and liturgical ministers for their extra time waiting for the wedding to begin.
Flowers
Parking
Music
All music must be approved by Mike Bitts, [email protected] or 717.333.3173. You are responsible for hiring a cantor and/or musicians.
Only music that falls within the wedding music guidelines of the Diocese of Harrisburg is permissible for your wedding at St. Mary’s.
Please contact wedding music coordinator Mike Bitts, or 717.333.3173,
as soon as possible to begin the process of selecting your wedding music.
Meetings
Once you have contacted an accompanist and cantor, the wedding music coordinator will schedule a meeting with all concerned to select the music for your wedding. Please remember that our wedding music coordinator must review and approve all music that is selected.
Protocol
Unless they are family friends, it is not necessary to invite the musicians and vocalists to your reception or rehearsal dinner. Musicians do not attend or play at your wedding rehearsal, unless there are specific concerns.
Additional information as outlined above:
Wedding Music for Mass planner
Wedding Musicians and Cantors
Video
A personalized video of your wedding can be produced. The cost is $225. Please make prior arrangements by calling the office at 717.392.2578
Unity Candle
The use of the unity candle within wedding Liturgies is not permitted in the Diocese of Harrisburg. If desired, couples may use the candle at the reception in conjunction with a meal blessing or toast. An outline for such can be found here: https://togetherforlifeonline.com/unity-candle-ceremony/.
Miscellaneous
Aisle Runner
Due to the many risks associated with aisle runners, they are no longer permitted at Historic St. Mary’s.