Should you invite officiant to reception?

Don't worry Raelyn. You didn't do anything wrong. There's nothing wrong with inviting the officiant either, it's just not required. Especially when they're a paid vendor and not someone close to you.

I always knew they were supposed to be invited to the rehearsal dinner but I didn't know about the reception until I was reading the contract to my church. One of the questions was... Would you like me to say a blessing before dinner at the reception? I thought that is strange. When I asked my Mom she informed me that they officiant are to be invited guests as well. It didn't even dawn on me, I'm so glad I asked, how embarrassing if I didn't invite them, it would seem as if I was being rude or ungrateful.

I like getting an actual invitation (even if it doesn't have all the glamorous parts and an RSVP) because it gives me another insight into my couples which is often very helpful in writing their ceremony.....

Thanks Celia!

Yes, I sent the priest an invitation just like everyone else. I am not personally close to him or anything. However, I wanted to extend the invitation. That way, we know where to seat him and that he needs food if he does decide to come. I really don't expect him to show up though.

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