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   Practicing the hospitality of God                                                                                                 8398 NE 12th Street, Medina, WA
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8398 NE 12th St.
Medina, WA 98039
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Florist Guidelines

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Our parish wedding coordinator, Anne Rogers, will be happy to answer any questions you may have about flowers. She may be reached at 425-641-1350.

Flowers are welcome in the church for all festive occasions. The general rule is that they are never more elaborate than for major festivals like Christmas and Easter.

The Parish Flower Guild creates a single, large floral arrangement for the wedding party that stands in front of the pulpit. Colors are chosen to coordinate with the bride’s choices. The flowers remain in place, without alteration, for Sunday services.

If other flowers are desired, a good general rule is simplicity. Acceptable locations include window sills, a stand at the right of the altar, and in the center aisle on ends of pews. Flowers are never placed on the altar or altar rails. Arches and other structures are inappropriate and not used.

It is the florist’s responsibility to call the Parish Wedding Consultant at least five days before the wedding to set a time for doors to be opened and flowers placed.

Non-floral displays are sometimes requested. Candlesticks for pews, and an aisle runner are acceptable additions. The florist provides these, taking care that adornments do not mar the church facilities with tape residue or sharp objects. Failure to comply will result in billing by the church for professional removal or repair.

Rose petals may be used moderately in the center aisle, but no birdseed or rice, please!