Where are Catholic marriage ceremonies allowed to take place?

On the property of a Catholic church

What is the "Sign of Peace"?

When the wedding ceremony is over, the guests give the bride and groom a thumbs up

Where you turn to the people near you, shake hands, and say "peace be with you"

Instead of kissing, the bride and groom embrace in awe of the institution of marriage

Can you pray while standing?

No, you have to kneel to prayrn

If you are not comfortable with that, especially if you are not religious, then you do not have torn

Yes, it is just part of the ceremony

Is it acceptable to be late for the wedding?

You should arrive at least 15 minutes early

Instead, you should arrive at the time the invitation asks you to

Yes, you can be quiet and sit down

Can you drink alcohol at Catholic wedding receptions?

The church does not condone recreational drinking

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10 Questions | Total Attempts: 21 | Updated: Feb 24, 2022

Before you attend or have a Catholic wedding of your own, it's important to understand the etiquette involved and what you should do as a guest. After all, there are often strict rules about who can do what, when, and where during the mass and the rest of the ceremony. With so much to take in, it might feel overwhelming as a visitor or someone getting married in a Catholic church. But hey, weddings are fun! Regardless of what you believe, it is rooted in history. Take this ‘do you know catholic wedding etiquette’ quiz to see how much you know about Catholic weddings!