Update the Wedding Information Form, Marriage Preparations Guidelines and wedding coordinators checklist
Meet with the couple to review the Diocesan and Parish Guidelines as much has changed in the actual ceremony. St. Matthias also has particular guidelines that need to be understood before the wedding
Preside over the wedding rehearsal for the wedding party, family members and readers prior to the wedding
Set up the church for the wedding at least 1 hour before the mass/blessing service
Arrange to have a Brides and/or Grooms room available
Provide a worship aid to be printed for family/guests as requested by Fr. Chris
Make sure the readers, cantor and gift bearers are aware of how and when to participate at the service
Follow the wedding coordinators checklist at each service
Greet family and guests at the doors to the narthex
Support the family and guests as needed
Return the Church to its original setting
Special training is needed for all wedding ministry volunteers on the new wedding rites per the Diocese of Galveston-Houston
English and Spanish volunteers are on two different teams