WEDDINGS

            Marriage is a special and sacred gift of God for the welfare and happiness of mankind.  As a church we want to help you establish your marriage on God’s firm foundation and also plan a wedding that celebrates your love and brings glory to God.

“Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and hold fast to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh.  This mystery is profound, and I am saying that it refers to Christ and the church.”  Eph. 5:31-32

 

Please fill out our online Wedding Questionnaire   and our Special Events Coordinator (SEC) will be in touch with you shortly.

 

 Section One: Booking Process

• Fill out a Marriage Application, Wedding Questionnaire and Facility Reservation form .  These forms will provide the information required by the government and Harvest Bible Chapel. Once the forms are received, an application is made on your behalf to the Elders for approval. If approval has been granted you will be contacted and arrangements for an interview with a pastor will be set up.
• Meet with a pastor. This initial meeting will help us to get to know you and also to find out about your spiritual journey.  The confirmation of the wedding date and Premarital Course will be discussed at this time.
• At sometime during your planning of the wedding day, a meeting with Harvest Bible Chapel’s Special Events Coordinator (SEC) will take place to discuss the ceremony and building requirements and any other questions. At that time the facility form will be reviewed and any necessary additions or changes made.
• Please consult the SEC if there are any changes or special needs that come up during the planning of your wedding, it will be added to your request form. The SEC will need to know specifics in order to communicate these to the A/V and Custodial staff.
• The final detail appointment will occur one week prior to the wedding date with the SEC. At this time the details of the ceremony will be reviewed with the couple. Confirmation of A/V and custodial needs and other details will be finalized.  Full payment due (post-dated cheque is acceptable)
• Wedding rehearsal will be held during the week of the wedding to run through the ceremony with all of the wedding party, musicians, A/V staff and pastoral assistant.

 

Section Two: Policies

• The use of tobacco or alcohol is not permitted anywhere on church property.
• Harvest Bible Chapel will provide sound and custodial services.  We may also provide musicians if needed.  Please consult the “Fees” section of this information package.
• We require the Registration portion of this package to be completed for our records.
• We do not publish wedding bans.
• Any Wedding Ceremony held on Saturday must be completed by 2 p.m.
• Décor must be arranged, set up, and removed by the wedding party. Removal is required that same day. Please do not secure any decorations to the walls of the building.
• If you choose to have a reception in the church after the ceremony, additional fees will apply. All catering arrangements must be made and arranged by the wedding party. Instructions for use of the church kitchen are posted and made available.

 

Section Three: Fees

 

Members:   $475.00

Though there is no charge for the use of the building, it is common to provide participants in your wedding with a suitable honorarium for their involvement.  The church will distribute the above fee to the appropriate participants.  It covers all honorariums for a pastor, custodian and sound technician.

 

Non-Members:   $675.00

The church will distribute the fee to the appropriate expenses.  It covers all honorariums for pastor, custodian, sound technician and use of the worship centre for rehearsal and wedding.

 

Additional Fees:

The following fees would apply if a reception was being held at the church:

 

1. Church Building Rental

• Members:No charge
• Non-members:  Lobby: $150
• Kitchen: $100

2. Custodial Fees:  

• Stand-up refreshments reception:$75
• Full Reception (dinner only): $200
• For use of our kitchen, linens and furniture, additional fees may apply as required

3. Musician: $75

 

FAQ’s

• Can we have a pastor outside of Harvest Bible Chapel officiate the wedding ceremony?

If you would like to have a pastor outside of Harvest officiate your ceremony, he will be required to fill out a Pastor's Application and submit it to our main office for pastoral approval before moving ahead.

•   What if one of us has been married before?

Although this is a sensitive and at times controversial issue, God's Word gives clear direction and teaching on this important topic. We believe the Bible indicates situations that occur in previous marriages that allow and bring God's approval on remarriage. At the same time, there are situations that do not. If you have been married before, please make an appointment with the pastor you have chosen to officiate your wedding to discuss your situation. This must be done before your wedding date is confirmed.

•   We are currently living together. Can we be married at Harvest Bible Chapel?

We believe that God's desire is that a man and woman would not live together until after their commitment to one another has been solemnized before God, family, and friends. Because we believe God's ways are always right and best for us, we ask that couples would honor this if you are to be married at Harvest Bible Chapel. If you are living together, please make an appointment with the pastor you have chosen to officiate your wedding to discuss this matter.