Welcome to St. Lucy's Church. We are honored that you have chosen historic and beautiful St. Lucy's Church for your wedding. We will do everything that we can to make your wedding day a celebration of faith and joy.
What To Do Before You See the Pastor Non-Parishioners: Non-Parishioners are more than welcome. However, non-parishioners, according to Canon Law, must obtain a letter from their pastor permitting the wedding to be performed here at St. Lucy's Church. A parishioner is defined as a practicing Catholic (attends Mass regularly) who is registered at St. Lucy's Church (uses envelopes regularly) for at least one year.
A Brand New Baptism Certificate (not more than 6 months old) A new baptism certificate is required for both bride and groom. Make sure you request a Baptismal Certificate for Marriage. Your Confirmation information is recorded on the back of the certificate. If your Confirmation information is not recorded, you must get a Confirmation Certificate from the parish in which you received the sacrament. Catholics Baptized and Confirmed at St. Lucy's do not need to obtain a Baptismal Certificate.
If you have been divorced you will have to seel an annulment through the Diocesan Tribunal. Speak with the pastor to obtain more information.
Meeting with the Pastor When you have your brand new Baptismal Certificates and your witnesses are ready make an appointment with the pastor. At this time your date for Marrriage will be scheduled. Do not make a date until you have met with the Pastor. Also at this meeting the ceremony will be discussed. All fees will be paid at this time.
The bride and groom will need TWO witnesses each (family or friends) who will attest that the bride and groom have not attempted any previous marriages. The witnesses should be present at this first meeting.
All Fees will be paid with one check made out to the church.
Day and Times For Weddings Weddings scheduled on Saturday are held at 1:00 p.m. Rehersals are scheduled when you meet with the pastor. Weddings may also be scheduled on Friday evening, except during Lent.
Weddings are not scheduled between December 15 and January 15 and between the 4th Sunday of Lent and the 4th Sunday after Easter.
Church fee for parishioner: $275
Church fee for non-parishioner: $300
Music Fee: please contact Jillian Rojek, Director of Music.
PLANNING YOUR WEDDING CEREMONY
Readings and Prayers: You may wish to have family or friends do the first two scripture readings. The booklet "Together For Life" may be purchased at the Diocesan Guild Store. It will be helpful in picking out the readings and options for your wedding. It is best to have the booklet in hand when you meet the Pastor.
Music: After you have met with the Pastor, set a date to meet with Jillian Rojek, the Director of Music,(351-8610), who will approve all music and additional musicians and soloists according to the Diocesan regulations. The music should have a sacred character whcih supports your Sacrament of Marriage. Payment for sheet music the church does not have and additional musicans or soloists are the responsibility of the bride and groom.
Flowers and Decorations: Use flowers in moderation. The center isle is 70 feet long if you use a runner. Bows and Flowers will be attached to the pews with rubber bands, no tape.
Photography: Photography will be conducted with respect to the Blessed Sacrament and the dignity of the Wedding Ceremony. Use a professional wedding photographer. Stationary video is permitted.
Throwing or rice, birdseed, confetti, flower petals, etc. is not permitted anywhere on Church property, in the interest of safety and maintenance. Bubbles are allowed.
Flower Girls: No flower petals may be thrown in church. The Flower Girls will simply walk down the aisle with the basket.
Cleanup: Before the ushers depart, please have them remove all flower boxes, bubble containers, the runner, programs and other items.
Pre-Marriage Counseling is mandatory and should be completed soon after the wedding date is set. You may obtain an updated list of counseling times and places at www.dioceseofscranton.org under Departments and Resources/Marriage Preparation.
The wedding license must be brought to the rehersal.
Unity Candles are not used at St. Lucy's Church. The symbol for the unity of husband and wife is the exchange of vows. Unity candles are best utilized at the reception before the cake is cut.
Food, gum, and beverages are not allowed in the Church. Please instruct your wedding party not to chew gum. It is very unsightly and distracts from the dignity of your wedding ceremony.
Smoking: Smoking is not allowed on Church grounds.
Proper behavior is a must. St. Lucy's is a house of prayer in which the Blessed Sacrament (Eucharist) is reposed. Loud talking is not allowed within St. Lucy's Church.
Your wedding day is very special! It is a profound spiritual moment in your lives. Our hope is that you prepare yourselves spiritually to partake in this great Sacrament of marriage through prayer and regular Mass attendance together.
