Policy for Weddings
Abiding Savior Lutheran Church
801 Charlotte Highway, Fairview, NC 28730
Rev. David Eck, Pastor, Wedding Coordinator
Cell: 828-505-5229
Abiding Savior Lutheran Church is a community of faith that values stewardship of our shared resources. In thanksgiving and celebration of our facilities, we invite couples to pledge their commitment to each other in traditional weddings or Holy Unions. We ask that the couple understand and respect the Welcome and Mission Statements of our congregation:
Welcome Statement
Mission Statement
"We are a diverse church united by a deep love of Jesus and a heart for service in the community. We are dedicated to being a sanctuary (safe-haven) for all of God's people. "
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The Process:
1.The couple should contact the church Wedding Coordinator to determine if the desired date is available on the church calendar.
2.The couple must set up a meeting (in person or a phone consultation) with the church Wedding Coordinator, Rev. David Eck, 828-505-5229, Pastor Dave will schedule a walk-through of the facilities with the couple and help them determine their needs for the ceremony and rehearsal.
3. When the signed contract, and $100.00 non-refundable deposit, is submitted to the Wedding Coordinator your date is officially reserved on the church calendar.
The person or persons entering into the contract must be of legal age (18 or older) and will be considered the responsible party/parties for the event. The original signed agreement is kept on file in the church office.
Our Traditions:
Though we respect all religious traditions we are a Christian church. You will find symbols of our faith adorning our sanctuary including: crosses, banners, and baptism font. We ask that these symbols of our faith not be removed from our worship space. Because we believe that God’s grace is available to all, if you wish to incorporate Holy Communion in your wedding ceremony we ask that you also offer this Holy meal to all guests present. To give you an idea of how the sanctuary may look on your special day please be aware we follow the cycle of the church year. This cycle dictates the color of banners and special worship table coverings.
Advent (the 4 Sundays before Christmas) Blue (12’ tree and Poinsettias)
Christmas Eve – Epiphany (12 days after Christmas) White/Gold
Epiphany (Jan. – Feb.) Green
Lent (40 days before Easter) Purple
Easter – (mid May ) White/Gold
Pentecost (late May) Red
Sundays After Pentecost (June – late Oct.) Green
Reformation (last Sun. Oct.) Red
All Saints (first Sun. Nov.) White
Wedding Rehearsal: Our Church Wedding Coordinator, or a representative he designates, will be present for both the wedding rehearsal and ceremony at ASLC. He is familiar with our facility and is well versed in the liturgical requirements of a church wedding. If you have a wedding planner they are welcome to be present at the rehearsal. If our Church Wedding Coordinator is not the officiant, the officiant of your choice will lead the wedding rehearsal .
Wedding Fees:
$100 non-refundable deposit fee must be paid when contract is submitted. An invoice will be sent by Wedding Coordinator prior to your ceremony for the balance. All fees must be paid in full before the ceremony.
Use of Church’s Wedding Coordinator is required of all non-ASLC member weddings. All questions concerning your ceremony will be handled by the Wedding Coordinator. The Wedding Coordinator is required to be on site for both your rehearsal and ceremony. He will clean, unlock and lock the facility and handle any needs that may arise. If you have your own officiant, the Wedding Coordinator will work with him/her to coordinate the ceremony.
Damage Deposit – refundable: $100. If the premises are left in good repair, this deposit will be returned to the address on the contract.
Building rental fees – non refundable, for non-ASLC members, payable in advance:
•$400 - use of facility for ceremony
•The Fellowship Hall can be also be used for a small reception but it can only accommodate approx. 60 people.
Regulations for Use of the Building:
The agreement for use of the church facilities for a wedding includes a signature line for acknowledgement of these regulations as stated below.
Occupation and use is limited to the areas, and activities specified in the contract. Other areas may not be used directly or indirectly unless specified in the contract.
Children must be kept under adult supervision at all times.
Weapons
Weapons, including concealed handguns, are prohibited on all premises.
Smoking
The church is a non-smoking campus. Smoking is prohibited in all areas, including entrances into the buildings, the platform outside the kitchen door, restrooms, outside areas, sidewalks, lawns, and rear parking lot.
Use of Alcohol
No alcohol is to be consumed on the premises with the exception of wine served during communion if this is a part of your ceremony.
Use of tape, tacks, etc.
Nothing may be attached to or removed from any fixture (e.g., chairs, walls, etc.) without prior approval of the church’s Wedding Coordinator, David Eck.
Candles
Candles may be used only with prior authorization of the church’s Wedding Coordinator, David Eck. NO candles may sit on the floor in the aisle. Our aisle is very narrow and will only accommodate two people, walking side by side.
Heating and Air Conditioning
All spaces of the church, including the Fellowship Hall, have heating and air conditioning. We ask that only the Wedding Coordinator adjust the thermostats. If the space you are using is too hot/cold, please let the Wedding Coordinator know.
Kitchen
Use of stove, refrigerator, and microwave are included if the Fellowship Hall is reserved for a rental. Renters must bring all other kitchen supplies with them.
Cleanup and Trash
Please make prior arrangements with the Wedding Coordinator for removal of decorations and flowers from the sanctuary; personal articles from the Bride’s and Groom’s rooms, and cleaning up the Fellowship Hall and Kitchen, when applicable.
Condition of Premises
Applicants signing the contract must leave the premises as they found them; this includes returning equipment to the place where it was found. The said applicants accept all responsibility for any damage incurred to property and/or belongings of any area used, including restrooms, halls, and windows.
Keys and Security
The church’s Wedding Coordinator will arrange for a time to open and close the church for the rehearsal and the ceremony.