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WEDDING PLANNING AND
PREPARATION GUIDE
" ...and the two shall
become one" MATTHEW 19:5
Congratulations !
Congratulations on your engagement!
Welcome to the San Fernando Cathedral family, we hope you will find our parish and staff
to be of encouragement and assistance in your faith formation throughout your preparation
for the celebration of Holy Matrimony.
These wedding guidelines are intended to ensure a joyful, prayerful and of celebration
of marriage within the Sacred Liturgy. It is our conviction that the time and patience necessary
to incorporate these guidelines will benefit all who come to celebrate God’s love at your
wedding liturgy.
Requirements
Catholic Wedding Ceremony Requirements
Minimum age of 19 years old in the state of Texas
If there have been any previous marriages, your are required to speak to the Rector of
San Fernando Cathedral before setting the final date of your wedding.
Documents Needed
San Fernando Cathedral requires proof of Baptism and First Communion; a copy of
these sacraments must be provided at time of booking.
A new updated Baptismal Certificate must be provided 6 months prior to the wedding
date from the Catholic Church of your baptism with sacramental notations.
Marriage Preparation with a Priest or Deacon should take place at home Parish. In
addition to attending The Engaged Encounter Retreat or The Pre-Cana Sessions in
person or online. Any program must be approved by the Archdiocese of San Antonio.
Proof of completion must be submitted to San Fernando Cathedral 30 days prior to the
wedding date. Failure to do so could postpone the wedding
*Other documents may be required on a case by case basis.
Dates and Times
Monday - Friday weddings are celebrated at 3:00 pm.
Saturday weddings are celebrated at 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm. There are no Sunday
weddings. Weekday wedding dates are permitted if the parish schedule allows.
Wedding Ceremony languages: English, Spanish and Bilingual
Rehearsals are conducted by San Fernando Cathedral staff the day prior to the wedding
date and last about 1 hour. A rehearsal time will be confirmed at time of booking.
Cathedral Usage Fee $2, 400.00
Reservation Fee 50% non-refundable deposit
We are honored you chose to celebrate your wedding ceremony with us! As there are costs
associated with keeping our historic and beautiful structures operational, the Cathedral
usage fee:
Cathedral Presiding Priest
Cathedral Cantor/Organist
Use of Cathedral's majestic 1861 Pipe Organ and Steinway Piano
Bridal Suite (available one hour before ceremony start time)
Cathedral Coordinator for Rehearsal and day of Wedding Ceremony.
A kneeler and Two (2) gold chivari chairs for the bride and groom
Requirements and Guidelines Music As one of the oldest in the city of San Antonio, our majestic 1861 Pipe Organ and our 1991 Steinway Piano are included as part of the Cathedral usage fee. Our Cathedral Director of Music, Juan Carlos Paz, must be contacted within 90 days of booking the wedding date. Contact : Jcpaz@sfcathedral.org, 210-227-1297 ext. 154. We respectfully ask that you honor the following: All music must be sacred, appropriate, and complete (all liturgical music is sung). All plans for music, including musicians, must be made through and approved by the Director of Music. DO NOT hire your own musicians, nor through a wedding planner. Do not place a deposit with "outside" musicians as you may lose your deposit. If you plan to have a worship aid for your guests, this must also be arranged through the Cathedral Director of Music. Our Cathedral Director of Music will help you arrange for musicians whose art adds beauty to this very special day, and who are skilled and familiar with the Catholic Wedding Liturgy. We will strive to work with you and honor your musical tastes. Videography Capture your most precious moments by bringing your love story to life, allowing you to relive moments that went by in a flash, laughter, tears of joy surrounded by your loved ones. Coverage of Wedding Mass in its entirety State of the Art audio and video equipment Multiple high definition cameras throughout the Cathedral Audio recording included Digital delivery on a USB Videography Package $1, 500.00 Live Streaming Package $ 500.00 Private link to share with family and guests
Guidelines
Visiting Priests and Deacons
The parish priest normally performs all weddings at San Fernando Cathedral. If you wish to
invite a Catholic priest or deacon from another parish to celebrate your marriage, please
make this known to us as soon as possible in the planning process. Particularly if the Priest
is not clergy from the Dioceses of San Antonio, you will then be asked to obtain specific
documentation required by the San Fernando and/or Diocese.
Flowers, Candles and More...
Kneeler/chairs:
A kneeler will be placed near altar for the bride and groom along with
two gold chiavari chairs.
Offertory Gifts:
You must select two individuals to bring up the offertory gifts of bread
and wine during the offertory procession. ( Due to COVID19 does not apply )
Ring Bearer and Flower Girl:
We strongly recommend that children selected be 5 years of age or older. (Due to COVID19
does not apply)
Flowers:
Floral set-up time will be allowed 1 hour before ceremony start time. All floral must be
removed right after ceremony has concluded.
Flowers for Pews: Greenery and/or bows may be placed only on the pews (cannot touch
the floor) on either side of the center. The use of adhesive tape, staples, etc is not allowed.
No aisle runners, stanchions, lanterns or candles of any sort are permitted due to safety
reasons.
Flowers on Altar: Only two (2) floral arrangement are allowed on each side near
the altar, must be less than 3ft tall.
Flowers to the Virgin Mary:
A floral arrangement in a vase with water may
be presented by the couple.
This will take place following the communion
prayer. (Due to COVID19 does not apply)
pg. 5
Guidelines
Hispanic Traditions: Lazo, Arras (coins) and the Catholic bible/rosary.
This tradition occurs after the exchange of rings or after flowers for Mary. Those who present the arras,
bible/rosary and lazo are seated in the assembly prior to the wedding (they do not process in) and are called
forward to present them after the exchange of rings.
Wedding Party
Brides are to be mindful of the virtue of modesty of dress appropriate for God’s sacred place
& worship. When selecting the wedding and the bridal attendants' gowns, strapless, spaghetti
straps, low cut or bare back, shoulder-less (one or both) gowns are not prohibited, but MUST
be worn with a jacket or shawl.
This policy applies to anyone with a visible role in the liturgy (cross bearer, lectors, those
participating in the lazo tradition or Offertory gifts at Mass, those family members in the
procession, etc.).
Bridal Suite
Our Bridal Suite will be available for the bride and bridesmaids one (1) hour before the start
time of the ceremony. It is located on the second floor above the Cathedral Centre Venue. An
elevator and stairwell are available for the bride, any family members and bridal party.
Wedding Coordinator
San Fernando Cathedral adheres to all the rubrics of the Sacred Liturgy as approved by the San
Antonio Archdiocese. Only a priest, deacon can be of assistance to the San Fernando Cathedral
designated wedding coordinator for your wedding, and have the sole responsibility of conducting the
entire wedding rehearsal and wedding liturgy.
Any outside wedding coordinators / consultants / event planners must honor all aspects of the
Cathedral's marriage preparation, rehearsal and liturgy.
pg. 6
Guidelines & Recommendations
Photography & Videography
San Fernando Cathedral welcomes all third party videographer and photographers. We ask that all
are respectful of the sacredness of the San Fernando Cathedral. A 30 minute photography session
would be provided after the conclusion of the ceremony inside the Cathedral.
We ask that only one photographer and one videographer are allowed in the Cathedral during the
wedding ceremony to avoid any distraction and movement throughout the liturgy mass.
Videographers and Photographers are not allowed on the Altar and Choir Loft unless
permission has been previously given.
Preferred/ Recommended Photographers/ Videographers
Ashley Medrano Photography www.ashleymedrano.com
210.501.6996, hello@ashleymedrano.com
Raul's Photography www.raulphotography.com
210-725-7117, raulsphotography@yahoo.com
Bend the Light Photography www.bendthelightphotography.com
210.373.447, bendthelightphotography@gmail.com
JC Film Group www.jcfilmgroup.com
210.376.0378, jcfilmgroup@gmail.com
Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Sacrament of Reconciliation prior to the wedding can be done at your home
Parish. If you wish to receive the sacrament of reconciliation at San Fernando
Cathedral, please visit our website sfcathedral.org for times that the
Sacrament is administered. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is not available on the night of rehearsal.
Becoming a part of San Fernando Cathedral
Time, Talent & Treasure
San Fernando Cathedral welcomes you to be party of family and pray with us. We extend an
invitation to engaged couples to become part of our parish family. While it is not required to be
a member of San Fernando Cathedral to marry here, we do invite you to join our parish if you do
not have a parish home. As you are celebrating the beginning of your new life together, we
invite you to allow us to be part of your faith life and for you to be a part of ours.
*A parishioner is defined by stewardship: Time, Talent and Treasure.
• Time and Talent: Offering your time and talent to the parish (participation at Sunday Mass,
parish events, ministries, etc.)
•Treasure: Online Giving or your church envelopes for the previous year,
a minimum of $10 per week.
Visit our website to become a parishioner! www.sfcathedral.org/join-our-parish
pg. 7
T H E Planning
Reception VENU E S AT HTE
Guide VENUES AT
WEDDING CEREMONY CHECK LIST
RECEPTION:
Reserved Rehearsal and Wedding Date/Time with a signed San Fernando Cathedral agreement.
Paid 50% Non-refundable deposit. Online payments at www.sfcathedral.org/onlinepay
click on "Wedding - Ceremony Only"
Read and understood all San Fernando Cathedral Marriage Guidelines and planning packet
Contacted Director of Music 90 days right after booking San Fernando Cathedral
Paid Balance 3 months prior to wedding date.
DOCUMENTS: To be turned into San Fernando Cathedral / Parish Office.
Provided Sacrament Certificates for each Catholic groom and/or Catholic bride.
Provided 6 months prior to wedding date, official baptismal records, updated Baptismal Certificates, issued
from your church of baptism with any sacramental notations listed
Secured proof of baptism (Baptismal certificate, letter from minister or witness) for a
baptized non-Catholic if applicable.
Purchase marriage book to choose ceremony readings "Together for Life" / " Juntos para toda la vida".
available for purchase at our Cathedral Gift Shop
MARRIAGE PREPARATION 6 months prior to wedding date
Notified Cathedral Marriage Preparation Parish and point of contact of Priest/Deacon prepping.
Marriage Sessions with Priest / Deacon at Home Parish
Pre-Cana Class/Sessions - Prepare/ Enrich Assessment (online session) OR Retreat
Session A: Finance Session B: Communication
Session C: Prayer & Spirituality Session D: Sexuality & Natural Family Planning (NFP)
SUBMITTED FORMS AND DETAILS
90-30 days prior to wedding date
Secured marriage license, but no less than 72 hours prior to the wedding. Must bring at Rehearsal.
(Texas law states a marriage license will expire 90 days from the date it is issued)
Notified Cathedral using Priest of choosing to preside wedding. Priest must submit permission letter.
Completed Marriage Prep packet must have been received from Parish of preparation.
Paid Cathedral Balance 3 months prior to wedding date. www.sfcathedral.org/onlinepay
30 days prior to wedding date
Completed and Submitted Rehearsal and Wedding Day Guide, Wedding Liturgy with Mass
Submitted the Rehearsal and Wedding Day Guide (last two sheets of
Old Testament B Responsorial Psalm C New Testament D Gospel F
Submitted *Optional to add to the Prayers of the faithful, honoring deceased family members.
Finalized music details and payment with Juan Carlos, Director of Music
Confirmed, if any, videography and/or livestream through San Fernando Cathedral
Wedding Week: Rehearsal and Wedding Day
Catholic bride and/or groom are recommended to receive the Sacrament of Penance prior to the wedding.
Your wedding coordinator will be confirmed, providing you with a point of contact
If Cathedral providing livestream service, a link will be provided via e-mail
Bring Marriage License on rehearsal day
Suggested stipend for Priest $150.00 - $200.00, can be provided to Priest directly after the ceremony
OTHER:
Share Cathedral guidelines with all Contacted vendors, Florist, Photographer / Videographer*
pg. 8
Contacted any Wedding Coordinator / Consultant / Event Planner*
Liturgical Procession
I N T R O D U C T O R Y R I T E S
Seating of Guests
Seating of Grandparents
Seating of Parents (unless escorting the groom and/or bride)
LITURGICAL PROCESSION
Cross Bearer
Altar Servers
(Couple may provide servers, but they are not required.)
LECTOR(S)*
PRIEST and/or DEACON
(Due to COVID19 does not apply)
Option One Option Two
Groom Groom
(Ushered by father and/or mother) (Alone, waiting at Altar)
Parents of the Groom
Mother of the bride and Escort
Mother of Bride and Escort
Best Man | Groomsmen (Single file)
Best Man |Groomsmen & Maid/Matron of
Maid/Matron of Honor |Bridesmaids (Single file) Honor | Bridesmaids (As Couples)
Ring Bearer and/or Flower Girl(s) Ring Bearer and/or Flower Girl(s)
BRIDE BRIDE
(Alone, with father and/or mother) (Alone, with father and/or mother)
L I T U R G I C A L R E C E S S I O N A L
Priest
Altar Servers (if any)
Bride and Groom
Ring Bearer and/or Flower Girl(s)
Groomsmen and Bridal Attendants
Parents
Priest and/or Deacon
Guests
pg. 9
Rehearsal & Wedding Day Guide
Wedding Liturgy with Mass
Bride and Groom:
Wedding Date: Time: Language:
Rehearsal Date : Time: Language:
Music by: Bridal suite access Time:
Presider:
Witnesses :
SFC Livestream YES | NO SFC Videography YES | NO
Videographer POC:
Photographer POC:
Wedding Planner, if any POC :
INTRODUCTORY RITES
Seating of Guests
Seating of Grandparents
Seating of Parents (unless escorting the groom and/or bride)
LITURGICAL PROCESSION
PRIEST and/or DEACON
Groom : Ushered by father and/or mother) :
Parents of the Groom :
Parents of the Bride :
Groomsmen (Single file) please list in the order they will enter
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Bridesmaids (Single file) please list in the order they will enter
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Ring Bearer :
Flower Girl(s) :
Bride's song:
Bride : Ushered by father and/or mother/other:
Rehearsal & Wedding Day Guide
Gathering Hymn:
LITURGY of the WORD
B First Reading (Old Testament) English | Spanish
Reader's Name:
C Responsorial Psalm Sung or Read English | Spanish
Singer or Reader's Name:
D Second Reading (New Testament) English | Spanish
Reader's Name:
F Gospel PRIEST English | Spanish
Homily
CELEBRATION of MARRIAGE
Consent and Exchange of Vows
Blessing and Exchange of Rings
*Optional Symbols to be blessed
Arras YES | NO Brought by:
Bible YES | NO Brought by:
Rosary YES | NO Brought by:
The Universal Prayer / Prayers of the Faithful Priest
Family members to be honored:
LITURGY of the EUCHARIST
Preparation of the Altar and the Gifts
The Eucharistic Prayer
COMMUNION RITE
The Lord’s Prayer
Optional Lasso YES | NO Brought by:
Nuptial Blessing
Sign of Peace
Distribution of Holy Communion
If lasso was used, removal will take place at this time (after communion)
Prayer after Communion
Presentation of Flowers to the Blessed Mother
Flowers brought to Bride and Groom:
Virgen de Guadalupe N/A Immaculate Heart of Mary
CONCLUDING RITE
Final Blessing
Presentation of Bride and Groom as:
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