bride doesn't want to get married in parent's church
I recently told my family that I don't want to get married in my parents' church. I haven't been there in almost 10 years, but my grandmother and father are very upset with me. The groom isn't religious either. My mother is on my side, but its not helping. I don't want to upset my dad and grandma, but I don't want to get forced in a wedding that I don't want.
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RevSusanna
Interfaith Wedding Minister
Jun 20, 2008, 7:22 PM
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Re: bride doesn't want to get married in parent's church
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This certainly can be an emotional issue. Your parents may have always envisioned walking you down the aisle of their church. On the other hand, it is YOUR wedding. You and your groom need to feel comfortable with the ceremony. Question: Who is paying for the wedding? If you are, you have more say. If your parents are paying for the wedding, perhaps you can offer to pay for the ceremony aspect of it. Another option: A compromise, a non-denominational spiritual ceremony. Really think about this. Envision your ceremony. How do you want it to be? Now is there a way that you and your groom can have that and still find a way to help your parents be more comfortable with the ceremony? Perhaps including a scripture reading, a traditional prayer and a blessing over the marriage for example, while keeping the rest of the ceremony more non-religious. Where there is love, there is a way! Reverend Susanna Stefanachi Macomb Author of Joining Hands and Hearts, Interfaith, Intercultural Wedding Celebrations, A Practical Guide for Couples
bride doesn't want to get married in parent's church
