First Congregational United Church of Christ

an open and accepting congregation

2503 Main Street     La Crosse, Wisconsin  54601-3962
(608)784-8137
 
Worship: Sundays at 8:30am & 10am
The church office is open 8am-4pm Monday - Thursday. 
The Chapel is open for prayer 8am-4pm Monday - Thursday.

Weddings: FAQ

How many people does your church seat?

Answer: If every seat if filled, we can seat 245 people in the main section of the sanctuary. Approximately 30 people can sit in the balcony.

The chapel is an ideal setting for intimate weddings. It seats a maximum of 55 people.

How long is your aisle?

Answer: If you are purchasing an aisle runner for the sanctuary, it needs to be 75 feet long.

Can I get dressed at the church?

Answer: Yes, we have two large rooms for the wedding party to prepare for the wedding.  We do NOT have irons or ironing boards.

Can I have balloons?

Answer: Latex balloons are NOT permitted in the church. Mylar balloons are permitted, but they must be tied securely.

Is the church air conditioned?

Answer: Yes, we have air conditioning for the sanctuary. The dressing areas are NOT air conditioned. The chapel is NOT air conditioned.

Can I use a musician of my choice?

Answer: If you want organ music, we prefer you use the church's organist, Xiao Hu. If you want piano, guitar, or other music, you may use a musician of your choice.

Can I have the rehearsal dinner or the wedding reception at the church?

Answer: Our Community Room can be used for either of these. We can comfortably seat 100+ people at tables. The Community Room is air conditioned. No alcohol is permitted in the building or on the church grounds.

How much will it cost me to get married in your church?

 

Wedding Fees

Members & Children of Members

Wedding Fees

Non-Members

Sanctuary No cost $200
Chapel No cost $75
Community Room No cost $100
Custodial fee $100 paid directly to custodian Bill Butterfield $100 paid directly to custodian Bill Butterfield
Organist fee

 

 

 

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$100 without solos

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$125 with 1 or 2 solos

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negotiable for 2 or more solos

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paid directly to organist Xaio Hu

bullet$100 without solos
bullet$125 with 1 or 2 solos
bulletnegotiable for 2 or more solos
bulletpaid directly to organist Xiao Hu
Ministerial fee Your discretion $200 paid directly to minister

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