Is it fair to say that you would like to save money wherever
you can? Of course it is, especially when you are looking at the wide variety
of costs involved in a standard wedding. There are the invitations and stamps,
the cake and favors, the venue and perhaps a DJ, tuxedo rentals, floral
bouquets, the wedding gown, food for the reception, photographer and/or
videographer, the rings and let’s not forget the clergy/ officiant who creates
and solemnizes the wedding ceremony. It
can all add up rather quickly.
So it
is entirely understandable to want to save money anywhere you possibly can.
Given all the money that you are spending to make your big
day just as flawless and beautiful as you always dreamed it would be why would
you then scrimp and cut out a vital piece of the puzzle? That’s right; a
rehearsal is a vital part of preparing for your ceremony. A proper rehearsal
allows for everyone involved in your wedding, from your line to your parents
and most importantly to the two of you, to KNOW what will take place and when.
Understanding even the general timing can make all the difference.
Let me give a few examples of what a rehearsal can do for
you. It can ensure that your parent(s) know what to say (and when to say it)
when called upon for the presentation of the Bride or couple. It can ensure
everyone knows in advance where they will be standing and any adjustments, due
to placement of microphones, altars or even the sometimes cumbersome length of
dresses, can be made accordingly. How about ensuring that the best man or ring
bearer knows when to expect the call for the rings and that they should hand
them to the officiant without crossing in front of the couple? Or perhaps you,
yourselves, knowing exactly when it is your moment to give your consent or
speak your vows? If you are having a ceremony within a ceremony, such as a sand
ceremony or hand-fasting, wouldn’t it be nice to know what will be expected of
you and when?
While a venue may offer a rehearsal they can only provide
instruction on entrances, placements and exits. In short the venue coordinator
can tell you where you will be coming from, where you will stand and where you
will exit to; a good one may even go over tips for the timing and poise of the
processional and recessional. Please bear in mind though that no matter how
skilled the coordinator may be they do not know the intricate details of your
ceremony. Only your clergy/wedding officiant knows the placement and timing of
each piece, as they have written your ceremony, and thus will be best able to communicate to you what is expected of you
and most importantly when.
Most rehearsal fees are nominal and while they are an
additional expense I think you will find a rehearsal to be extremely beneficial
to ensuring your special day runs as smoothly as possible. When it comes to your wedding day, a
cherished memory of your blessed union, I know that you will want it to be just
as perfect as it can possibly be. Holding a proper rehearsal with your
officiant and wedding party can help make that “possibility” a reality. Talk to
your clergy/wedding officiant about rehearsal options available and how it will
benefit you.
©2012 Rev.
Christopher T. Scuderi
grt
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