Pastors
A pastor of First Church will officiate at all weddings at the church and has responsibility for overseeing all aspects of the wedding, including the Order of Service. When it is the wish of the bride and groom to have another pastor (i.e., relative of family, or family pastor) assist in the service, this should be made known to our pastor, who will issue a letter of invitation to the guest pastor. First Church pastors will require no fewer than three sessions to meet with you as a couple, discuss your wedding vows, and personalize your ceremony.

Wedding Coordinator
Part of our Wedding policy is to provide each couple with a wedding coordinator. Her job is to make sure everything goes smoothly at the church during your rehearsal and on your wedding day. If your wedding party consists of 14 or more, you will need a second wedding coordinator on the day of the wedding.

Building Use
The chuch will be available to you for a one-hour rehearsal, and for three hours for the wedding itself. With seating for up to 500 guests, adequate off-street parking, and a convenient downtown location, it is the perfect setting for even very large weddings. There are a number of hotels and restaurants nearby for your reception, or you may reserve the Parish Hall at the church.

Wedding Costs
If one member of the couple to be married is a participating member of First Church for at least one year prior to the wedding date, or if parents, grandparents, children or grandchildren of at least one partner are current members, the fee for a wedding at First Church is $700. This covers the services of the pastor, organist, one wedding coordinator, custodial services, rehearsal, sanctuary, bride's room and other facilities. If the persons to be married are not members and are not related to members of the congregation the fee will be $1,600 and covers the services of the pastor, organist, one wedding coordinator, custodial services, rehearsal, sanctuary, bride's room and other facilities.

Additional Fees
If you require a second wedding coordinator, the fee is $100 for the day. If you wish to rent the Parish Hall for a reception, please speak with Denny Mahoney to check for availability and pricing. We can also provide professional soloists and instrumentalists for your wedding at a reasonable cost.

Wedding dates are considered tentative until you have reviewed the wedding policies, signed a contract and made your non-refundable deposit. For more information, please contact Denny Mahoney (614-228-1741, ext. 17). He will check availability of dates and provide you with a booklet of wedding policies and procedures. We ask that you carefully review all the policies and procedures before committing to a wedding at First Church.

Same Gender Wedding Ceremonies  
We are an Open and Affirming congregation, which welcomes and affirms all people.  Weddings at First Church are planned based on the readiness of the couple, not on sexual orientation or other determinates. All are welcome here.