The Church of the Transfiguration

The Marriage Ceremony affords a number of opportunities to involve friends and family. Only the Bride, Groom, Officiant, and two witnesses are required. All the other positions are optional.

• Bride

  • Maid or Matron of Honor
    If you want to have a "presenter" rather than having someone give you away, your maid or matron of honor might be a good choice.

  • Bridesmaids
    Note: Because of space constraints in the Transfiguration nave, we recommend that you have no more than four bridesmaids.

  • Flower Girl(s)

  • Presenter(s) or Person(s) Giving Away the Bride

• Groom

  • Best Man
    If you want to have a "presenter," your best man might be a good choice.

  • Groomsmen
    Note: Because of space constraints in the Transfiguration nave, we recommend that you have no more than four groomsmen.

  • Ring Bearer(s)

  • Presenter(s)

• Officiant

  • Assisting Clergy
    Assisting clergy may participate with the approval of the Officiant and the Rector.

  • Preacher
    The Preacher at the homily normally is the Officiant or an Assisting Clergyperson, but can be another person qualified to preach with the approval of the Officiant and the Rector.

• Reader(s)

  • Lessons
    One person can read all the Lessons, or different people can read each.

  • Prayers
    One person can read all the Prayers, or two or more people can divide them.

• Acolyte(s)
  Acolytes are not required, but this is a good role for older children. Acolytes vest in albs or cassock and surplice. One or more of the following can be appointed.

  • Crucifers carry the cross in procession

  • Torch bearers (two) optionally accompany the cross

  • Servers (one or two) assist with preparing the table at Eucharist. For this position, the acolyte(s) should be experienced, or have the time and inclination to learn a more complicated job.

• Chalice Bearer(s)
  If you're having a Eucharist as part of the ceremony, you'll need one or two chalice bearers, depending on the size number of guests expected. Assisting clergy, if any, normally function in this role.

• Usher(s)
  These may be the same as the groomsmen, or they may be different. They assist by seating guests.

• Soloist(s)

• Musician(s)