{"id":2777,"date":"2026-01-31T00:33:05","date_gmt":"2026-01-31T00:33:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chuckhilltoday.com\/?page_id=2777"},"modified":"2026-01-31T00:37:15","modified_gmt":"2026-01-31T00:37:15","slug":"wedding-planning-questionnaire","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chuckhilltoday.com\/index.php\/wedding-planning-questionnaire\/","title":{"rendered":"WEDDING PLANNING QUESTIONNAIRE"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-larger-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Wedding Planning Questionnaire<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>A Pastoral Planning Guide<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. Couple Information<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>BRIDE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Full Legal Name: ____________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Preferred Name: ____________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Phone Number: ____________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Email Address: ____________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Current City &amp; State of Residence: ____________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>GROOM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Full Legal Name: ____________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Preferred Name: ____________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Phone Number: ____________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Email Address: ____________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Current City &amp; State of Residence: ____________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>COUPLE DETAILS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How will your names be printed in the ceremony program (if applicable)?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Primary Contact for Planning Communication:<br>\u2610 Bride\u2003\u2003\u2610 Groom\u2003\u2003\u2610 Both<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Preferred Method of Contact:<br>\u2610 Phone\u2003\u2003\u2610 Email\u2003\u2003\u2610 Text<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. Wedding Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wedding Date: ____________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ceremony Time: ____________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ceremony Location (Church \/ Venue): ____________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Indoor or Outdoor Ceremony:<br>\u2610 Indoor\u2003\u2003\u2610 Outdoor<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Officiating Minister: ____________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rehearsal Date &amp; Time (if applicable): ____________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rehearsal Dinner Location &amp; Time (if applicable): ____________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. Purpose &amp; Spiritual Foundation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>(To be discussed together during the meeting)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How would you describe your understanding of <strong>Christian marriage<\/strong>?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What does it mean to you that your wedding ceremony is an act of <strong>worship before God<\/strong>, not just a celebration with family and friends?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Are there Scriptures, prayers, or spiritual themes that are especially meaningful to you as a couple?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. Ceremony Style &amp; Tone<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How would you describe the tone you envision for your ceremony?<br>\u2610 Traditional<br>\u2610 Contemporary<br>\u2610 Simple \/ Intimate<br>\u2610 Formal<br>\u2610 Other: ______________________<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Desired ceremony length (approximate):<br>\u2610 15\u201320 minutes<br>\u2610 20\u201325 minutes<br>\u2610 25\u201330 minutes<br>\u2610 Flexible<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5. Processional &amp; Participants<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>PARENTS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bride\u2019s Parent\u2019s names: ____________________________________&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parents of the Bride will be:<br>\u2610 Seated prior to ceremony<br>\u2610 Escorted during processional<br>\u2610 Other: ______________________<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important information regarding groom\u2019s family: ________________________________<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Groom\u2019s Parent\u2019s names: ____________________________________&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parents of the Groom will be:<br>\u2610 Seated prior to ceremony<br>\u2610 Escorted during processional<br>\u2610 Other: ______________________<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important information regarding groom\u2019s family: ________________________________<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>WEDDING PARTY DETAILS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Will the officiating minister enter:<br>\u2610 Before the processional<br>\u2610 With the groom<br>\u2610 Other: ______________________<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Groom\u2019s entrance:<br>\u2610 With parents<br>\u2610 With officiant<br>\u2610 From the side<br>\u2610 Other: ______________________<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Order of bridal party entrance:<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bride\u2019s entrance:<br>\u2610 Escorted by (name): __________________________<br>\u2610 Entering alone<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Will there be:<br>\u2610 Flower girl(s)<br>\u2610 Ring bearer(s)<br>\u2610 Children participating in another way<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>6. Music &amp; Worship Elements<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prelude music (before ceremony begins):<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Processional music:<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Will there be special music or worship during the ceremony?<br>\u2610 Yes (details): _______________________________<br>\u2610 No<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Recessional music:<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Music selections will be:<br>\u2610 Christian<br>\u2610 Instrumental<br>\u2610 Mix of both<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>7. Scripture Readings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Are there any special passages of Scripture you want included in the ceremony?<br>\u2610 Yes<br>\u2610 No<br>\u2610 Minister to select<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preferred Scripture(s), if known:<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reader(s), if not the minister:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>8. Message \/ Homily<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Would you like a brief pastoral message included?<br>\u2610 Yes<br>\u2610 Yes, but brief<br>\u2610 Minimal remarks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Are there any special themes you want emphasized within the ceremony (check any):<br>\u2610 Christ at the center<br>\u2610 Covenant commitment<br>\u2610 Grace and forgiveness<br>\u2610 Servant love<br>\u2610 Faithfulness<br>\u2610 Prayer and spiritual unity<br>\u2610 Other: ______________________<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>9. Vows<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Vows will be:<br>\u2610 Traditional Christian vows<br>\u2610 Minister-provided vows<br>\u2610 Personal vows (to be reviewed in advance)<br>\u2610 Combination<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If personal vows are used:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Will they be written separately or together?<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Will they include explicit Christian language?<br>\u2610 Yes\u2003\u2003\u2610 No<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>10. Rings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Will rings be exchanged?<br>\u2610 Yes<br>\u2610 No<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Who will hold the rings and present them when requested?<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any special wording or prayer over the rings?<br>\u2610 Minister to choose<br>\u2610 Custom wording: ______________________________<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>11. Unity Element (Optional)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Will a unity symbol be included?<br>\u2610 Unity candle<br>\u2610 Sand ceremony<br>\u2610 Communion<br>\u2610 Other: ______________________<br>\u2610 None<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Who will assist or participate, if applicable?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>12. Prayers &amp; Blessing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Do you have any special requests regarding:<br>\u2610 Opening prayer<br>\u2610 Prayer over the couple\/ vows<br>\u2610 Closing prayer<br>\u2610 Benediction \/ blessing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Any specific prayer emphasis requested?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>13. Communion (If Applicable)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Will communion be included?<br>\u2610 Yes (private for the couple)<br>\u2610 Yes (congregational)<br>\u2610 No<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Notes or logistical details:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>14. Family, Cultural, or Special Considerations<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Are there family traditions or cultural elements to be honored?<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are there sensitive family dynamics the minister should be aware of?<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Will there be acknowledgment of deceased loved ones?<br>\u2610 Yes (details): _______________________________<br>\u2610 No<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>15. Legal &amp; Administrative Details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Marriage license obtained?<br>\u2610 Yes<br>\u2610 Not yet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Who will bring the license on the wedding day?<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide couple with any special signing instructions:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">______________________________________________________________________________<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>16. Final Reflection<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What do you most hope you remember about this ceremony ten years from now?<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Is there anything you want your guests to clearly understand about your faith or your marriage covenant?<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Minister\u2019s Notes (For Pastoral Use)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">_______________________________________________________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">_______________________________________________________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">_______________________________________________________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wedding Planning Questionnaire A Pastoral Planning Guide 1. 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