Wedding Request Form
Introduction
We are so excited that the Lord has brought you to this amazing and important decision in your life to be married. The members and leadership of Canby Christian Church believe that marriage is the joyous commitment between one man and one woman to love and care for one another ordinarily for the duration of their natural lives. It is an institution created by God for His glory and the blessing of his people. (Gen. 2:15-25; Matt. 19:4-6; Heb. 13:4; Eph. 5:22-23)
We are more than happy to help accommodate you in the celebration of your union, but please read and complete this form to get this process started.
General Marriage Policies
Only current, active members of Canby Christian Church may be married on church property.
All couples interested in marriage are required to undergo premarital counseling sessions prior to getting married by a pastor of Canby Christian Church. This counseling must be overseen or performed by one of the pastors.
Ministers from another church or other officiants must be approved by the Lead Pastor and overseen by a pastor or approved representative from Canby Christian Church.
No person(s) under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be allowed to participate in a wedding ceremony. (NOTE: Any member of the wedding party who is under the influence of alcohol or drugs as stated above will not be permitted to participate in the wedding ceremony.)
Fees and Deposit
Current fee: $500.00
A refundable deposit in the amount of $500.00 will also be required which will be refunded if wedding parties properly adhere to all expectations outlined here, and may be retained by the church in the event of damage or additional custodial costs.
The use of the sanctuary, bridal room, custodial services, sound technician, etc. are included in the fee for the wedding. Any honorarium or gift given to the wedding officiant is not included in this fee, and should be arranged directly with the officiating pastor. Please plan to pay the musicians, pastors, etc. the night of the rehearsal.
Fees must be paid at the time the application is submitted. Your wedding date will not be reserved on church calendar until application and fees are turned in and the officiating pastor has approved and signed on the approval line.
Fees subject to change and adjustments so be sure to confirm all payments with the Office Manager.
Facility Use Regulations & Agreement for a Wedding Ceremony
Please read carefully through the following regulations , and then complete the form that follows.
All weddings must be scheduled and approved by the Office Manager, and the request will not be approved until the facility request form is completed in its entirety and all fees and deposits paid.
The person submitting this Wedding Request Form will be held responsible for seeing that all of the following regulations are followed. This person will be held accountable for any damage or loss incurred during use.
A key to the church may be checked out 1 week prior to the wedding and to be returned within one week post wedding.
Saturday weddings must be scheduled to end no later than 9:00 pm. Weddings may not be scheduled on Holidays.
You are expected to arrange for your own musicians, and all musicians must be approved by the officiating pastor.
The church building has limited space and therefore may only be able to accommodate small receptions with limitations. All receptions will need to be reviewed and approved by the overseeing officiant and the office manager.
The use of rooms, tables, and chairs is included in the use of the building. Any and all additional requests require further authorization from church staff. Please contact the Office Manager for more details. Please turn off heat and lights in all locations used at the conclusion of your event.
Please close any windows that have been opened. In the event of damage to church property during the use of the facilities, the applicant shall pay for such damage as is determined by the church in its sole discretion. Any deposit paid by the applicant shall be applied to any such damage, and the applicant shall be responsible for any balance thereafter.
Applicant agrees that the obligation for any and all medical care shall be the responsibility of the individual and/ or group, and the cost of medical care shall be paid by that individual and/or group.
Approval for use of facilities will be limited to agreed upon date and times. Approval for an event does not guarantee approval for future events.
Alcohol and/or tobacco use is not allowed on the church campus.
Confetti and rice are not allowed. The use of rice or confetti may lead to loss of deposit. Flower Girls may not throw real flower petals unless an aisle runner is used.
Use shall be limited to facilities and equipment requested and approved through the Facility Use Request Form. All other facilities and the church office areas are off limits. Use of the Worship Center sound system as well as the Youth Center sound system, main lighting control board, and computer equipment requires qualified Canby Christian Church personnel to be present. If this has not been requested, use of these areas is off limits.
The applicant is responsible to provide adequate adult supervision for children and youth at all times. Unless otherwise notified, the applicant shall be responsible for set-up and tear-down. Making sure all used areas are set to how they were prior to your event.
Decorations will be allowed as long as they do not deface the facilities. Balloons are NOT allowed in the Worship Center, but may be used in the Youth Center, or Fellowship Hall IF they are weighted. Pins, thumbtacks, etc. should not be used on walls. (See office manager for more information). Nails, paint, or tape are not to be used on walls. Current classroom decorations should not be disturbed. Only the use of dripless candles is allowed. User will provide their own food service supplies. Use of kitchen does not mean use of kitchen supplies unless approved by the office manager.
Exits, entrances, and public hallways must be kept free from obstructions at all times. Exterior doors are not to be propped open and should remain closed at all times.
Please report, in writing, any damage or leaks immediately, whether resulting from use or previously existing.
Please ensure that all trash is properly disposed of using appropriate containers with trash bags. If instructed by the office manager, full trash bags should be removed to the dumpster located at the southeast corner of the parking lot.