So, I had been tentatively been planning our wedding for 6/12/21 because my planner and caterer (who are non-negotiable) are available that day. Well, I just found out that the pastor is not available on that date - he has a wedding to attend to in another town. So the church is available. What should I do?
1) Just book another date that is available.
2) Find another church.
3) Have an intimate wedding ceremony with very close family/friends before 6/12/21 and then have my reception on 6/12/21. Maybe even a short celebratory ceremony? I still have to run this by the pastor and see if this would be acceptable as Catholic churches are strict.
4) See if the deacon is able to do a wedding on that date.
What do you think will be the least stressful? I was really hoping to have a wedding while we had pretty green grass and flowers as we are having an outdoor reception in my backyard - early June is ideal for this, but June 5 is not available for anyone. I am most likely overthinking this.. but I welcome any thoughts and suggestions!