Weddings: Photography

Since the wedding is a service of Divine Worship, under no circumstances may photographs be made from the floor of the sanctuary while the sacred service is in progress. This is understood to be from the time the preludial music begins.

However, time exposures may be made from the balcony during the progress of the service if care is exercised to make sure there is no noise or flash.

The photographer may take pictures before or after the ceremony and during the recessional. The bridal party may reassemble after the ceremony to pose for any parts of the ceremony, or to take any other pictures desirable.

The photographer is cautioned about marring the furniture by standing, or by placing camera equipment on the pews or furniture of the church.

Video recordings may be made of the wedding ceremony provided the camera is set up at least thirty minutes prior to the start of the wedding. No extra lights may be used for Video taping. Video cameras may be placed behind the third column in the Nave or in the Balcony. Video cameras are NOT permitted in the Chancel area.

The photographer should call the minister before the day of the rehearsal to discuss the policy for photographs.

Ushers will be asked to remind any persons carrying cameras to follow these expectations.