Weddings & Holy Unions

What greater thing is there for two human souls than to feel that they are joined for life, to strengthen each other in all labour, to rest on each other in sorrow, to minister to each other in all pain, to be with each other in silent unspeakable memories at the moment of the last parting? George Eliot

St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church invites you to celebrate your Wedding or Holy Union with this Reconciling In Christ congregation. We believe the importance for all people, heterosexual and same-sex alike, to have opportunity to express love and commitment to one another in a Christian setting of meaningful worship.

The Planning

Contact the Office Manager to see our facility and to arrange confirmation of the date and time you would like your Celebration.

See The Fees-Deposit for confirmation of date. Fees apply.

Appointment with Pastor Susan E. Wolfe Devol is necessary to discuss your plans for the Celebration. Plans to include other clergy must be approved by the Pastor above.

If you would like to use our vocalists, pianists, or organist; Pastor Devol is able to help you with those resources.

Etiquette is always to begin on time. As a courtesy to your guests and the staff of SMLC, be prompt to
rehearsals and the Celebration Ceremony. It is your responsibility to inform participants involved.

Florist of your choice may be used. Check with SMLC for referrals. SMLC reserves the right to floral selection and placement in the sanctuary.

Photographer/Videographer of your choice may be used. SMLC reserves the right on procedures, placement and boundaries of all photograph/recording equipment. All photographers/videographers must check-in with the Celebration Coordinator before setting up any equipment.

Facilities are available no more than two (2) hours prior to the Celebration time. It is your
responsibility to inform florists, photographers/videographers of this limit to schedule proper delivery and set-up.

The Fees

Deposit of $250, non-refundable, is required to confirm a Wedding or Holy Union date.

Final Payment is due in the SMLC office two (2) weeks prior to the Wedding or Holy Union date, including the marriage license for Weddings. No exceptions allowed.

Facilities
SMLC Sanctuary (Celebration Ceremony) $400
SMLC Sanctuary (Rehearsal and Celebration Ceremony) $475
Kimball Hall (Reception) $250
Fireside Room (Reception) $150
Kitchen use (included)

Professional
Pastor (Celebration Ceremony) $150
Pastor (Rehearsal and Celebration Ceremony) $225
Organist (Celebration Ceremony) $200
Organist (Rehearsal and Celebration Ceremony) $275
SMLC Celebration Coordinator $100

More Information

Call our office: 818.762.2909, or 818 972-2588. Thank you for considering SMLC for your Celebration Ceremony.