LDS/Mormon reception and ceremony traditions?

[CorasMama]

I'm LDS, but I was not raised in the Church. I've never even been to an LDS wedding or reception.

We are having the ceremony at the Chapel, as my FH is not a member, and then the reception in the Cultural Hall.

I've heard about things like that maybe the whole ward is assumed invited to at least the reception, and we just put it in the program. This would be awesome, as long as we are doing potluck, which I think we are, but what if we are doing catered?

And if we are doing potluck, I have heard that the Relief Society ladies do a lot. Is this true, and to whom do I talk about this? Activities committee, or RS Presidency?

And do you know if we can write our own vows?

What are some traditions/customs that you know of?

TIA!!!

[TangoWedding]

Have you talked to the bishop about tradition? I bet he would be more than willing to tell you what is customary and what is frowned upon.

Do you have friends that have been LDS for a long time and who would know the general rule? Elder church members might know more about the details, as well.

I tried to do a google search and didn't immediately come up with anything too helpful. :ooh: