Set your date as early as possible.  Since your church has many activities that utilize our buildings, your date cannot be held until it is officially placed on the calendar by our secretary.  Your wedding is not officially on the calendar until you return your written application and pay the deposit.  You will be assigned a ceremony coordinator from our Wedding Ministry Team.

Officiate

All couples must arrange a conference with the church minister performing the wedding.  In addition to reserving the building, you must check with the ministers as to availability.  The
pastor must approve any non-Central Baptist Church staff member performing the ceremony.

Music

All music (including tapes, solos, etc.) must be approved by the Pastor, Minister of Music,
or church accompanists.  All music must be appropriate for the sanctuary.

Sound Technician

It is the responsibility of the wedding party to secure one of the church approved sound technicians to operate the sound system.  A list is available from the church office.

Rehearsal

The Minister will work with the ceremony coordinator to make the rehearsal as smooth as possible.  It will begin on time.

Florists/Caterer/Decorations

Florists or decorators must make arrangements with the church office as to availability of the sanctuary.  Caterers must make similar arrangements regarding the Family Center.  It is the responsibility of the wedding party to make sure the florist, caterer, and/or family members
abide by the following rules:

1) The family of the bride will be held responsible for any candle drippings on
    the carpet. Candles may not be placed near any flammable material. 
    Candles in the aisle must be enclosed in glass-type lamps.

2) Absolutely no tacks, pins, nails, glue, or duct tape shall be used to fasten
    anything to church furniture or building.

3) Only wrapped wire or ribbon that will not scratch is permitted on the
    wooden pew ends or wooden railings.

4) Flowers will be placed only where there is no possibility of water damage or stains.  
    No floral arrangements will be placed on musical instruments.  Potted plants must
    have a saucer.

5) The florists/caterer is expected to remove all decorations and equipment 
    promptly following the reception.

6) Church buildings must be left in the condition they were found. Florists, caterers,
    and bride’s family will be held responsible for any damage to carpet, furniture, or buildings.

7) Following the ceremony, a family member is expected to help the custodian return 
    large pulpit furniture to its proper place.

Photographers/Video Tape

All photographers (amateur and professional) are asked to respect the reverence of the place
and the ceremony.  No flash photography will be allowed during the actual ceremony. 
The photographer shall not attach any tripod or light stand that might scratch wooden
furniture.  The church video equipment may not be used.  Pictures may be taken in the
lobby of the Welmaker Education Building for an additional $50 fee.

Dressing Rooms

A dressing room is provided for the Bride and attendants in the Prayer Chapel area of the Sanctuary.  The Groomsmen may dress in the area directly behind the choir loft.

Reception

The Family Center may be used for a reception.  The following rules will be enforced:

1) No alcoholic beverages may be served

2) No smoking in any part of any building

3) No rice, confetti, or birdseed shall be thrown or distributed 
    inside any building. Only birdseed can be thrown outside
    the building.

4) No dancing

FEES
Central Baptist Church members: Church members will be charged $250.  This includes a
building use fee, custodial services, and honorariums for the ceremony coordinator, sound technician, and accompanist.  It does not include honorariums
for the minister or soloists.

Non-members: Non-members will be charged $375.  This includes a building use fee,
custodial services, and honorariums for the ceremony coordinator, sound technician,
and accompanist. It does not include honorariums for the minister or soloists.

An application and $50 of the above fees must be paid as a non-refundable deposit
before the event is placed on the calendar.  Payment of all fees must be made in the
office one week prior to the wedding.

By signing the attached agreement, the Bride and Groom agree to abide by these
policies and assume responsibility for all agents and attendants.

Walk-In Wedding

A ‘walk-in’ wedding is defined as an event in which there are no custodial, music,
decorating, or climate-control requirements.  A church staff member may perform
(at his discretion) a simple stand-up ceremony in his office or sanctuary.  There is no
rehearsal or advance access to the building.  There will not be a fee for a ‘walk-in’ wedding.

Wedding Application

Please click on the button below to download the application in PDF format. 
You may then print out the application.