Brunch Wedding Reception??

[kerrynic78]

I have had a couple friends who had receptions at Water's Edge and it was really nice. Perfect location!

 

[disykat]

11am should not interfere with many church services.

I think a morning wedding with a brunch sounds lovely. I just had to at this comment. What time are church services in your area, Pumbaa? Here, although some church offer multiple services, the big one is most commonly at 11:00.

 

[Mkrop]

You know your guest list better but I probably would not choosea Sunday brunch.

Whatever you decide ENJOY!

 

[englishteacha]

I know I personally would skip my own church service to attend a wedding, but many people would not. I figure I can go to my church the other 51 Sundays of the year.

You also should consider the driving distances of your guests. You don't want people getting up at 4 AM to make it in time for your wedding! My niece is getting married on a Saturday at 1:00. We live 4 hours away, so we'll have to leave before 9 AM unless we find somewhere to stay the night before. Are you planning on having dancing? Some folks may not be in the mood to dance in the morning, though, as it's been said before, once you're in the ballroom and in a wedding frame of mind, time seems to disappear.

My parents got married on a Sunday afternoon, and had a light luncheon reception. It was 45 years ago (and I wasn't there!) but Sunday weddings used to be the norm. Good luck in planning your upcoming party. I'm glad that you'll get a chance to celebrate with your families.

 

[ilisao]

You know your guests best so I say go for a Sunday wedding. Is every single guest you are inviting a devout churchgoer? Unless you are inviting everyone on this board for whom a Sunday wedding would be an issue, I wouldn't worry about it. You will never make everyone happy.

We had a Sunday wedding - 11:30am - with a full reception and cocktail hour afterwards. It was a great time.

 

[Disney Doll]

I think brunch sounds great.
Waters Edge is lovely. I was there for a conference last year and they did a beautiful job.

I like the brunch idea. If the majority of your guests would be negatively affected by a Sunday brunch, then perhaps think about Saturday. Personally, I'd pick another time to go to my own church or just skip it that week. If it's just one or two people that wouldn't come because of church obligations, then I think you have to plan for the majority, not the minority.

As far as alcohol...I wouldn't expect a full bar at a brunch. I'd expect coffee, tea, juice, water, soft drinks, Bloody Marys and Mimosas. Champagne for the toast. But that's just me. We did a brunch anniversary party for my parents 15 years ago and that's what we served as far as alcohol was concerned.

 

[poohlover]

Hi Steph! I'm the Mom...I do think most people will miss church for one week to attend a service for you. Some family may go to services on Sat evening...grooms side...I don't think it will be as big an issue for most of your side.

Glad to hear other peole have enjoyed Water's Edge!

I'm sure it will be a very special day!