A beautiful
church requires very little decoration. Decorations which hide the beauty
of either the sanctuary or the chapel destroy the appeal of the church setting,
de-emphasize the symbols in the church, and detract from the simple dignity
and elegance which should characterize the wedding service.
Decorations
may not be used which hinder the view of the worship symbols in the Chancel,
such as the Cross, the Bible, the Altar, the Pulpit, the Lectern, the Baptismal
Font, and the Prie-dieu. Decorations shall not be placed in between the choir
stalls.
Only fresh
flowers are appropriate on the Altar (artificial or silk flowers are not permitted.)
Florists or persons who
decorate the church shall be responsible for any damage they cause. Following
is a list of detailed regulations:
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No furnishings
shall be moved.
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Nails,
tacks, staples, pins or anything which can mar the woodwork or walls must
not be used.
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No candles
or other decorations other than pew ribbons with small fern or flower decorations
attached shall be used ON or OUTSIDE the communion rail.
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Only
wrapped wire or ribbon that will not mar the pew ends shall be used to fasten
bows.
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The Church
furnishes all candles to be used on the Altar, Candles furnished by the
florist must be the dripless type. There must be ample protection material
under the candelabra to protect the carpet and furniture.
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The florist
shall call the church office in advance to set a time for decorating.
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The florist
is expected to remove all decorations and equipment immediately following
the ceremony, and facilities are to be left in the condition in which they
were found.
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No fresh
petals may be thrown in the aisles.
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No rice,
confetti, potpourri, popcorn, or any other material may be thrown in or
outside the building.
