Catholic, non-mass Brides, please help!

I've seen a solo scheduled into the ceremony as an event. Like that's all it is, nothing else going on during it, everyone just sits and enjoys the singer. You could do that in place of a reading if you're worried about time

While you are signing the marriage license would be perfect. It is always kind of awkward sitting there watching people sign a piece of paper so why not!

I had this exact convo with my mom last night! I am almost positive nothing extra can occur "during" the ceremony. so like unity candle/ sand/ flowers to Mary have to be after the final blessing. For me, this includes the presentation of the bride and groom and the first kiss (I want those things but they can't happen before the final blessing) I *think* that is where you can do the ave maria? You may be able to talk to the priest and have it done directly after the blessing over the couple which is right before the final blessing. I would talk to the person marrying you becuase they might be picky or not so picky about that stuff!

I agree with everyone else. I think it would be best to do that during the unity ceremony.

We're also Catholic and not doing the presentation of flowers either. The majority of our guests are also not Catholic however we are still doing a mass. Everyone knows we are Catholic and are expecting a mass and we've also let people know about the ceremony and will put it on all the invites and wedding website.