A Sacred Space for Your Sacred Vows

We welcome both members and non-members to celebrate their union at First Congregational Church of Malone. Our inclusive community embraces all couples seeking a Christian wedding ceremony.

Our Senior Pastor or Associate Pastor typically officiates weddings. Guest clergy may assist with the approval of the Senior Pastor. All engaged couples will meet with the officiating Pastor to discuss the upcoming marriage. The Pastor expects to spend one or more sessions in conference with a couple, serving as a counselor during this time.

Premarital mentoring is available for all first-time marriages for couples (members and non-members) intending to be married by our Pastor. Couples will be assigned a Marriage Mentor Couple to complete the “Preparing for Marriage” curriculum. These mentor couples have received special premarital training and have been married for at least ten years, exemplifying Christ-centered marriages.

Topics covered include:

• Spiritual Foundation of Marriage

• Building Oneness

• Communication: Listening, Expressing Yourself & Resolving Conflicts

• Roles and Responsibilities in Marriage

• Financial Aspects of Marriage

• Intimacy: Sexual Communication in Marriage

Our Wedding Coordinator represents the church in coordinating the details of the wedding and rehearsal within the church. Their responsibilities include:

• Ensuring the wedding venue is ready for the rehearsal and wedding

• Unlocking rooms for the wedding party

• Coordinating audio set-up

• Arranging guestbook podium and gift table

• Assisting the Pastor with rehearsal

• Orchestrating processional and recessional

• Monitoring time schedules related to the ceremony

• Overseeing any other facilitation needs within the church

Rooms and space are available for dressing and getting ready at the church. Our sanctuary and chapel are handicapped accessible, ensuring comfort and convenience for all guests.

Please note that the Pastor can only perform weddings in full accordance with the law. The wedding cannot take place without a marriage license. Some counties require multiple days to process a request for a marriage license, so please plan accordingly. Bring the license to the rehearsal.

You may ask our Wedding Coordinator for a list of suggested vocalists and instrumentalists. Please contact musicians as soon as possible to make arrangements for their presence at your wedding.

A $25 non-refundable scheduling fee is required at the time the wedding is scheduled with the Administrator. The balance must be paid by the Monday before the wedding day. Please make all payments in the form of a check payable to “First Congregational Church of Malone.”

Wedding Fees: Total $1,000

• Scheduling Fee: $25.00

• Use of Sanctuary: $300.00

• Pastor: $300.00

• Wedding Coordinator: $225.00

• Custodial Services: $50.00

• Audio/Visual Technician: $100.00

Pastor Performing Wedding Off-Site: Total $325.00

• Scheduling Fee: $25.00

• Pastor: $300.00

To begin the process of reserving your wedding date, please contact our church office at (518) 483-3950 or email church1883@gmail.com. We look forward to walking with you as you prepare for this sacred and joyous occasion.