Weddings at the Cathedral can be scheduled at the following time slots:
Friday - 7:00 p.m.
Saturday - 1:30 p.m. or 6:00 p.m.
Before the couple comes for their appointment with our Wedding Coordinator, they are required to have the following documentation/funds (check or money order) to present at the time of the meeting:
PLEASE BEGIN TO GATHER THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
- Updated BAPTISM CERTIFICATES for Bride and Groom, (dated within 1 year of anticipated wedding date); Pleae note: This is not your original Baptism Certificate that was given to you at your Baptism, therefore you will need to call your church of Baptism to request "an updated Baptism Certificate with notations."
- LETTER OF PERMISSION from the Pastor of the bride if she is not a St. John parishioner;
- Notarized AFFIDAVIT stating there is “no previous marriage” by any party who is non-Catholic. This should be completed by a parent, sibling, or close relative of the non-Catholic party.
- ANNULMENT documents, if applicable;
- NAME of celebrant
ALSO:
- Familiarize yourself with our marriage preparation program, WITNESS TO LOVE, by reviewing the information at their website: witnesstolove.org;
- Maximum number of couples (bridesmaids and groomsmen) is 10.
ALL FEES are due at the time of the first interview with our Wedding Coordinator.
- $1,750.00 MAINTENANCE USE FEE (non-refundable) for non-parishioners of St. John Parish. This can be in the form of a check or money order payable to St. John Cathedral;
OR
- $750.00 WEDDING FEE (non-refundable) for registered (active & supportive) parishioners of Cathedral Parish. You must be registered with the Parish at least three years before beginning the wedding process. This can be in the form of a check or money order payable to Cathedral of St. John;
AND
- $250.00 BASE FEE – ORGANIST/MUSIC COORDINATOR made payable to Cathedral of St. John. Any additional fees, when applicable, are payable at least 2 weeks before the wedding.
All fees can be combined in one check or money order, payable to "Cathedral of St. John" and mailed to Attn: Danielle Huval, 515 Cathedral Steet, Lafayette, LA 70501.
Please Note: Your wedding date IS NOT SECURED until your first appointment with our Wedding Coordinator and all fees are paid.