First Lutheran Church of Fullerton
215 N. Lemon Street, at Wilshire
Fullerton , Ca 92832
(714) 871-7820  FAX (714) 871-9628

WE REJOICE WITH YOU !
A wedding is a sacred and life-long covenant between a man and a woman, voluntarily and celebratively offered in the presence of God.  It is a big day for you and it is a moment with eternity in mind.  We want to make it what you want it to be in the best Christian style.

Your Worship & Church Family
Wedding worship is a time of special thanks and praise, asking God’s blessings upon your life together.  In worship you join with friends, relatives, neighbors and the saint of the ages in expressing this magnificent joy.  Our weddings are all planned as God-directed, Christ-centered witnesses to our faith and the creative act of love He gives as a gift to all people.
 
 Whether you have belonged for years, or whether you heard about us and then came to share your wedding, we feel a closeness to you because of our church family.  We encourage your follow-up conversations with our Pastor, you involvement in couples activities and your participation with our total church family.

Your Pastor
The Pastor meets with each couple for three sessions for pre-marital counseling and to get acquainted with the couples, discuss aspects of a Christian marriage and design the wedding worship service itself.  It is a time of closeness for all participants which is expressed in the wedding worship.

As host in our church home, the Pastor of First Lutheran will officiate at all weddings.  When another clergyman is to assist, this should be made known to the pastor, who will extend the invitation to the clergyman.

General Planning & Suggestions
Immediately upon planning your wedding, contact our church secretary.  She will confirm you date and time on our Master Calendar.  All dates must be cleared by the pastor before planning may continue.  Dates and times are on a first-come, first-serve basis.  She will comprise all pertinent information for our office records, answer any questions that you may have, and help schedule your appointments with the pastor.
 
The Wedding License must be brought to the church office at least one week prior to the rehearsal date, along with all the fees.  Do not bring the license and fees to the rehearsal. 

Music
In regard to music, our Organist and Pianist are talented professionals familiar with the standards of music appropriate for our church home.  Normally, the bride will consult with the organist/pianist regarding the processional/recessional numbers, and soloist (s).  The soloist (s) may be of your own choice.  They should be in touch with our organist/pianist in ample time for rehearsals.  All music must be approved by our Pastor.

Rehearsal
A rehearsal time is to be set with the Pastor at your first Pastoral Meeting.  The complete wedding party and parents should be involved, arrive on time, and with tasteful dress and attire appropriate to the sanctuary. 

Wedding Coordinator
Our wedding coordinator is aware and knowledgeable about our customs and practices.  Questions regarding the wedding should be referred to her. She will coordinate the rehearsal and can answer all questions regarding decorating.

Bridal Dressing Area
A carpeted, well-mirrored room is provided for the bride and her bridesmaids to use for marriage preparations.  Please no food or beverages (except for water) are allowed in the Bride’s Room.

Decorations
Our sanctuary is very complete in architectural lines and appointment.  The old world style and charm is an ideal setting for such a wonderful occasion.  A minimum of decoration is desired.

Candles:  Altar and pew candles.  Pew candles are available for use during your wedding. We have a 7-branch candelabra available for use at the foot of the Chancel steps.  The decision for the usage of this 7-branch candelabra  should be made in consultation with the Wedding Coordinator.

Photographer Cosper Photo has been working with the First Lutheran Church of Fullerton for many years and is aware of the church’s rules regarding the use of flash. Photographs taken during the ceremony will be taken from the balcony.   Any poses may be taken before and/or following the wedding. 

Wedding Reception
First Lutheran welcomes you to use our Parish Hall for your reception if desired.  If you plan to have your reception at another location and would like to invite the Pastor and his wife, please call the church office with the date, time and place. No Alcohol can be served.

Minors
California law is quite specific in regard to marriage of minors.  Person under the age of 18 must have written consent of parents and/or legal guardian and a letter certifying to premarital counseling.  Birth certificates of both applicants, employment verification, school transcripts, medical statements (in case of pregnancy), and proof of dissolution of former marriages must be submitted to the Superior Court of County of residence.

If you have any questions regarding anything about your wedding ceremony, please call the church secretary at (714) 871-7820.  She will be more than happy to assist you.

The Costs
Our church is maintained by voluntary giving of members and friends.  We do not profit from the use of our buildings. Wedding held at the church are:

A $50.00 deposit is required to place your date on our wedding calendar.

FEE CHART	MEMBER	NON-MEMBER
Church	-0-	$200.00
Pastor	400.00	400.00
Organist / Pianist	150.00	150.00
Wedding Coordinator	150.00	150.00
Custodian	65.00	65.00
Misc	85.00	85.00
TOTAL	$850.00	$1050.00

 (Pew bows, pew candles, unity candles, 7 branch candlestick and acolytes if needed.)

The cost for private weddings (not held at the church) is $400 for the pastor (which includes martial counseling)

 All fees and arrangements for receptions in our Parish Hall will be determined in direct consultation with the Pastor.
    

  Updated 2-06