Weddings
Say “I Do” in the
Heart of Stowe
The next chapter of your love story deserves a beautiful beginning. Nestled in the iconic village of Stowe, Vermont, our historic church offers a warm, welcoming setting for couples of all backgrounds to celebrate their union.
With classic New England charm, original architectural details, and a peaceful village backdrop, it's a timeless venue that honors tradition while embracing the unique path you're walking together.
For a tour or to check availability, please contact our wedding coordinator, Brenda Convery, at 802-793-6090 or via email.
What Makes Stowe Community Church Special?
We offer a beautiful sanctuary, extraordinary and historic Simmons Tracker organ, and a talented team that includes a wedding minister, professional organist and/or pianist, and other staff who will work with you to create a joyful and memorable ceremony.
If you’ve already chosen an officiant or other musicians, we will work with you to coordinate the other details of your ceremony.
Our amenities include:
World-class Simmons Tracker organ and professional organist available for hire
Bathrooms including a “bridal” dressing room
Livestream video
of your ceremony
Steinway concert grand piano and professional pianist available for hire
Reception hall, with full kitchen, for getting ready, pre- and post-ceremony gatherings or photographs
An inclusive space for all couples—love is love here!
Flexibility for spiritual, non-religious, or interfaith ceremonies
Partnerships with trusted local professionals, from photographers to bakers
Pre-marital consultations with Pastor Daniel Haugh
Ceremonial bell ringing that guests can ring at your reception
Seating Capacity of 275
Handicap Accessibility
Frequently Asked Questions
Don’t see the answer you need below? You can download our wedding planning packet here.
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First, call the church office to make sure your desired date is available. Then, email Pastor Daniel Haugh at dan@stowechurch.org to make sure he’s available too. Your date won’t be official until it has been entered into both calendars.
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The wedding ceremony can take anywhere from 15 minutes to an hour, depending on how elaborate you choose it to be. We welcome special music, prayers or cultural additions to the basic service that make the ceremony especially meaningful.
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Absolutely! Your wedding planner should coordinate everyone’s arrival and readiness. Pastor Dan will then conduct the rehearsal itself. Once all members of the wedding party have arrived, the rehearsal should take 30-60 minutes to complete.
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Yes. All planners, florists and decorators must work within our guidelines for embellishments and candles. Everything must be removed by hired professionals, or the family, immediately following the ceremony.
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They can set their equipment up anywhere in the sanctuary, as long as it doesn’t interfere with the line of sight of the guests, or impede the wedding party.
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No. We do not allow rice, confetti, birdseed, or any similar items, so please be sure to inform your guests! If any of these items are used, you will incur a $500 clean-up fee.
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Absolutely! Pastor Dan Haugh will guide your planning process, but you’re welcome to include others.
Preferred Vendors
For your convenience, we are including a list of creative wedding partners with whom we have worked and enjoy their professionalism.
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NJOY Weddings & Events
Nancy Jeffries-Dwyer
www.njoyevent.com
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A Schoolhouse Garden
Nancy Murray
www.aschoolhousegarden.comBramble & Bloom
www.brambleandbloomdesigns.com
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Amy Bennett Photography
www.amybennettphoto.comDaria Bishop Photography
www.dariabishop.comJesse Schloff Photography
jesseschloffphotography.comKaren Sigler Photography
karensigler.comNotargiacomo Photography
notargiacomophotography.comSavannah Brown Photography
savannahbrown.comTeresa Merelman Photography
www.stowephotos.comJessica Notargiacomo Photography
notargiacomophotography.com
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Align Films, Joel Boucher
https://www.align.film
Ready to plan your
Stowe, Vermont wedding?
Our wedding coordinator, Brenda Convery, is ready to help.
Call 802-793-6090 or email weddings@stowecommunitychurch.org.