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#1 IRISH1943

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My mom attends mass at this little mission church, the grounds are very pretty the pastor is allowing us to take our wedding pictures on the property. We would love to have this priest as a guest at our reception, but we don't know how to approach him, because we don't want him to feel obligated to give us a gift. We are going to give a donation to the mission for allowing us to use the grounds. How can we invite him but we don't want a gift from him.

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Irish

#2 Pastor Buddy

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Hi Irish,

Just invite him. He will understand without an explanation. I think it is sweet of you. I would take it as an honor. However, please do not be offended if he cannot attend. Ministers are busier than you know and schedules sometimes do not give us the luxury of such a kind offer. The donation is very nice of you too.

Lord Bless,

#3 Deacon Bob

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I would simply invite him. I agree with Pastor Buddy. Sometimes we can not find the time to attend things we really would like to attend. But we do always appriciate the kind thoughts and gestures. Also, when we can attend we do enjoy the fellowship. God Bless and best wishes.

#4 Etiquette Now

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From an etiquette point of view, I completely agree. You are not obligating him to give you a gift. You are asking him to share in your celebration.

This is very nice and generous of you. Thank you for setting a wonderful example for others.

Best wishes,