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Intimate Chapel for Memorable Weddings and Events

Want a cozy venue with a stunning view for your big day? The Juliette Chapel has everything you're looking for! Owner Kathleen Skelton felt pushed to pursue her dream of having a little chapel in the woods, and she worked for years to find the perfect spot. Once she found the land, Kathleen was encouraged to build a reception space with her chapel, and people have been holding beautiful, natural events there ever since! 

The Juliette Chapel is located in Dahlonega, Georgia, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The landscape creates the perfect setting for intimate weddings and events, and the rustic, yet elegant facilities compliment the natural beauty of the surrounding forest. The chapel and reception area can comfortably seat 70 people, making the venue ideal for intimate gatherings. The chapel is full of windows that frame the forest for a breathtaking space. The reception area includes a kitchen, a dressing room, and event space that flows into the great outdoors!

Looking for lodging nearby? The Limelight Inn is located next door to the venue, making it easy to plan overnight accommodations for your event. There are also cabins and hotels within easy driving distance of the venue.

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The Juliette Chapel is proud to offer a space for people to have one of the most memorable and joyous celebrations of their lives. From weddings and anniversary parties to corporate events and more, Juliette Chapel is here to make your dreams come true! 

 

To learn more about The Juliette Chapel visit their website at www.juliettechapel.com!

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10 Aisles You'll Want to Walk Down

When it comes to weddings, there are a lot of decisions to be made. Choosing how to decorate your ceremony is one of them. Aisles dripping flowers, candle-lit paths, and tulle covered pews are just a few examples for making your ceremony magical. The most important person in your life will be waiting at the end of that aisle. Make sure you enjoy the view as you step into forever with some inspiration from these 10 aisles you'll want to walk (or run!) down. Continue reading "10 Aisles You'll Want to Walk Down" »

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Our Story- Colton and Hannah

The Beginning
Colton and I grew up in the small town of Piggott and have always known each other through our families. But I remember the first time we talked, I was 5 and he was 8. Him and his grandpa brought a donkey to my house. Of course, I was following Colton around because I thought he was cool. The only thing he said was, “They have big ears don’t they?,” talking about the donkey.  We started dating my junior year of high school, and the rest is history! Continue reading "Our Story- Colton and Hannah" »

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Servants Ministry

Servants Ministry is exactly what it sounds like, a ministry done by servants who just want to help you have the best possible wedding day. George Haithcock performs weddings, along with his wife, Ruth, for couples within a 100-mile radius of Wichita, Kansas and has done so since 2007. George is an ordained minister and has been in ministry for more than two decades. Ruth acts as a same day coordinator for couples who do not have one.

Servants Ministry works with couples who want to get married that may not have a lot of money to spend. In that spirit, they will travel to the wedding charging no travel fee and attend rehearsals at no extra charge. They also recently added two new services, both at no cost: providing couples with the Unity Candle and offering a Sand Service. In addition, they can also provide wedding music on CD and a wireless mic. They have no set fees. All services are provided with payment being what the couple can afford for the service.
Many couples have taken advantage of this service. Servants Ministry is nearly always booked; they performed 38 weddings by July just last year. They also won the Wedding Wire's Couple Choice Award in 2014. Couples noted not only how inexpensive they were but also how helpful they both were in officiating the ceremony and coordinating the service.
The Haithcock's also provide the spiritual aspect in the ceremony, making the vows personal and beautiful. One bride stated, "I was really impressed with how he incorporated all the elements we wanted into our wedding so seamlessly. I recommend them to anyone who is looking for quality people to officiate their wedding!"
If you would like to have someone officiate your wedding who is a servant and whose heart is mindful of you and your fiance's special day, consider using Servants Ministry.

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Wedding Capital of the South

The Ringgold Wedding Chapel is located in the heart of the wedding capital of the south, Ringgold, GA. This historic chapel has been the choice of venue for thousands of couples from all over the world. Whether you are a walk-in couple or planning the wedding of your dreams, their professional staff is ready to help you.

Rich History
The Ringgold Wedding Chapel began as an Episcopal Methodist church in 1845. The church was destroyed in the Civil War by fire as Sherman marched towards Atlanta. The church was rebuilt though with a mere $600. In 1987 Helen Boyd opened the chapel to brides and grooms and began to join couples together as one. Teresa James purchased the business in 2008 and transformed the old church into a first class wedding chapel. Since then, the chapel has served not only the southeast, but happy couples from all over the world.

Ringgold, GA acquired the name, wedding capital of the south, due to the simple process of obtaining a marriage license and being married all in the same day at a convenient location. The Ringgold Wedding Chapel is located directly across the street from the Catoosa County Courthouse. Only one piece of identification is required from a bride and groom and the marriage license costs $65 in cash. Judges in other counties often are not able to schedule weddings right away. In Ringgold though the probate and magistrate judges are willing to marry couples as they show up.

Famous Celebrities
The Ringgold Wedding Chapel has married couples from all walks of life including celebrities such as: Dolly Parton and Carl, Don Everly of the Everly Brothers, Tammy Wynette and George Jones, Bob Harvey of the Jefferson Airplane, and Rick Townsend from the New York Giants and San Francisco 49’ers.

This historic chapel was nominated for the Chattanooga Times Free Press: Best of the Best in Wedding Venue in 2011 and won in 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015.

Teresa and her staff work hard to ensure that couples have a unique and special wedding day. Visit Ringgold Wedding Chapel’s profile today to see more about this historic and unique wedding venue.

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Wedding Traditions Around the World

Marriage is an ancient institution that even predates recorded history. Every country and culture holds their own traditions surrounding marriage and the wedding day. While love is always the common theme, the ceremonies and celebrations look vastly different.

Scottish Tradition
The “Pinning of the Tartan” is an ancient wedding tradition in Scotland. After the proclamation of husband and wife, a member of the groom's family may present the bride with the clan tartan in the form of a pin or a sash. This presentation is a symbol of the bride’s acceptance into the groom’s clan.

Photo courtesy of Blue Bonnet Tartan Weddings

Continue reading "Wedding Traditions Around the World" »

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Celebration of Love with Wendy Duncan

Planning a wedding can mean taking advice from friends and family, but at the end of the day you deserve to make your own choices. Wendy Duncan Ministries is the way to go if you’re looking for someone to bring you what you want!

Minister Wendy Duncan’s career as a personal development coach and motivational speaker has helped her develop into a wedding minister that is guaranteed to bring customers a unique experience. Her training and background makes her the obvious choice to officiate your ceremony.

“Plus, I love weddings!” she added.

Are you still looking for a beautiful backdrop to host your wedding day? Duncan lives in a beautiful part of Central Oregon that features breathtaking snow-capped mountains, a rock park with a gorgeous skyline at sunset, and even rushing waterfalls surrounded by lush trees.

“I think I’m unique in that I am willing to climb up to, or down to, a scenic spot to perform a ceremony,” Duncan said.

In addition to a venue in nature that you’ll always remember, Duncan can provide special ceremonies to make your wedding even more personalized! Sand, stone, wine, and love letter ceremonies are all on Duncan’s list of available services. Plus there is no need to worry about photography, managing your stress, or even learning how to get your marriage license. Duncan’s various wedding packages ensure you won’t miss a single step of your planning.

Even more amazing, you can expect Duncan to bring a complete sense of peace to your ceremony.

“Because I am professionally trained, I think on my feet and will react with professionalism and grace if something out of the ordinary happens. It is also important to me that my couples know I am non-judgmental. I honor what, if any, religious affiliation they may or may not have. I'm also very willing to perform same-sex wedding ceremonies," said Duncan.

No matter what you are looking for when saying, “I do,” to your best friend, Duncan’s ministry services can make it happen. Relax knowing you are in the hands of someone who truly cares.

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Trending Tuesday – Confetti, Sprinkles & Glitter

Skip the rice and bird seed for your send off. Instead, have you ever thought about having your guests throw confetti, sprinkles or glitter? Just imagine what your pictures would look like. Colorful confetti being thrown in the air above you would make for some amazing photos. Plus, it's something different yet still keeping the wedding tradition incorporated into your wedding. Thinking about incorporating this into your wedding? Share your photos with us or other ideas you may have at social@weddingandpartynetwork.com.

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Trending Tuesday – Alternative Unity Ceremony Ideas

Planning your wedding unity ceremony but want something that's different? This week's Trending Tuesday will focus on a few alternatives for your unity ceremony.

  1. Love Letter Ceremony – The bride and groom both write love letters to each other. The letters are sealed at the wedding ceremony and placed in a box to be opened on a specific anniversary date.
  2. Create a Time Capsule – With this ceremony, you place well wishes from guests and other sentimental items into this box that again is opened on a specific date.
  3. Branding Ceremony – This is a unique idea. Create your own personal brand and brand it onto something like a creative board. You can easily display this item in your home.
  4. Reverse Candle Unity Ceremony – The bride and groom light the two main candles. Then you pass the flame down to the bridesmaids and groomsmen who then light your guests' candles. Each guest gets a candle to light of their own. This ceremony is truly special as it includes everyone who is with you on your special day.

These unity ceremony alternatives all sound wonderful and meaningful. Choose which one best suits your personality and style. We'd also love to hear about your unity ceremony so send them to us at social @weddingandpartynetwork.com.

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Wedding Wednesday – Not Taking Photos

Your Wedding Wednesday Question

What's the polite way to ask guests not to take photos during our wedding ceremony?

Answer: 

We may suggest including an enclosure card along with your wedding invitation asking your guests not to take photos during the ceremony. You can state it such as this, "Please respect our wishes when asking our guests not to take photos during the wedding ceremony". You can also display this on a sign before your guests enter asking them to turn off cameras and cell phones. Also, have your family help spread it as well. Just be aware that it could still happen.

We hope this answered your question!
If you have more wedding questions, send them to: social@weddingandpartynetwork.com
Every Wednesday we will post answers to your biggest wedding questions.

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