Questions for the Church
If you are interested in information about Weddings, Baptisms, Funerals, need to take to the Pastor or…….. just call 360-794-8863 or send us a message at office@monroeumc.comcastbiz.net .
Wedding and Reception information
To assure the dates and times you are considering for your wedding and rehearsal are available, please clear them through the church office at office@monroeumc.comcastbiz.net or call 360-794-8863. We recommend you do this as early as possible–even three to six months in advance, so that your special date will be saved. It is customary for our pastor to officiate in our church weddings unless other arrangements have been made.
Marriage License
A marriage license can be obtained at the Snohomish County Courthouse Monday through Friday, 9-5. The license will be issued to you the day of Application but is not valid for three days. It must be used within 60 days. If you are both 18 years of age, you do not need a witness. Blood tests are not required in Washington state. Please bring your license to the church office the Monday before your wedding with the vital statistics page filled out. The wedding cannot be performed unless the pastor has the license in hand. The Snohomish County Auditor’s Office has more information on how to obtain a Snohomish County Marriage License.
Guest Book
A table is provided in the narthex for your guest book. Your guest book attendant should plan on arriving at least 30 minutes prior to the ceremony.
Photography and Video
You are welcome to have photography and video taken during the ceremony. Please remember that the marriage ceremony is also a worship service and plan for your photography and video recording to be respectful of the occasion.
We also have a prayer garden that may be a wonderful venue for photographing the wedding party.
Rehearsal
You are welcome and encouraged to have a rehearsal before your ceremony for the couple, parents of the couple, wedding party and musicians. Again, please schedule with the office.
Reception
The Fellowship Hall is located downstairs from the sanctuary and is available for your reception. The fellowship hall has a commercial kitchen and reception area with tables and chairs.
Common Courtesies
Smoking and drinking are not permitted on church property. Punch at any church reception must be non-alcoholic. Please do not leave valuables unattended.