Will a catholic priest and rabi marry us outside the church

My fiance and I are getting married this spring. Out of respect for our respective religions and to our familes we would ideally like to have a catholic priest and a rabaii preform the service at the reception site. I am never married with one daughter. He is divorced with one daughter and we.... [Read more]

Shower given by church family for small wedding

My daughter-in-law to-be is being given a wedding shower by her church family. An announcement is made and all are invited, which is common practice. My son is to provide his list of family and friends to be invited to the shower. The wedding is being held at her small church, and invitations to.... [Read more]

Tuxedo for the minister?

I'm having an outdoor wedding at 5:30pm in the middle of May. The minister that is marrying us says he will wear whatever I want him to, but added that it is generally proper for the minister to be in a tuxedo on any ceremony after 4:00pm. I honestly can't remember a minister ever wearing a.... [Read more]

Planning a wedding on a budget in Napa Valley California

I would like to have a nice formal wedding for about 150 relatives and friends but I'm caught between what I would like and what we can afford. I would like to have a formal yet intimate ceremony and reception in Napa Wine Country or Marin County coastline (aka Pt. Reyes area) but my parents will.... [Read more]

Vow Renewal: Our clergy had to cancel, what now?

Hi There,

My husband and I are having a Vow renewal in 2 weeks. About 60 people in attendance. Our Rabbi just called and said he cannot officiate, nor any other clergy that evening. It's an important day in the Jewish faith. We are going through with this, but do you have any suggestions. We.... [Read more]