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| Holy Unions and Marriages: The Details |
What is PPMCC? Pikes Peak Metropolitan Community Church is a Christian church with a
primary outreach to the LGBT community. It is a member congregation of Metropolitan Community
Church denomination. The congregation in Colorado Springs was formed in 1979.
Does MCC perform marriages? Yes, our clergy are licensed and happy to perform the traditional
wedding ceremony.
What? A Holy Union is a rite of the Metropolitan Community Church often used by those unable to
have a legal marriage. Weddings of whatever kind are formal (but not rigid) faith-based ceremonies
expressing your personal commitment to share your lives together.
Who? Those wishing to make a commitment may be any persons, at least 18 years or older, in a
relationship, wishing to publicly profess their love.
Why? Couples gain comfort and support in taking this step before family and friends and in
knowing that their relationship is blessed by God. In some states or communities, couples utilize a
Holy Union to further validate rights of domestic partnership.
Legal? Marriages performed at MCC are legal. Holy Unions, though not legally recognized in the
U.S. as marriage, are observed by our denomination and, we believe, by a God of unconditional love.
Where? PPMCC meets at 1102 South 21st Street. To make arrangements to use our beautiful
facility, please contact us. Weddings can be performed virtually anywhere such as at a home, in the
mountains, etc. Additional fees may be required for mileage or other costs incurred.
When? A wedding can be scheduled most any time, dependent upon the availability of clergy.
Saturdays are the most popular day. It is recommended that a couple plan their ceremony at least 3
to 6 months in advance, fitting a most special occasion.
How elaborate does it have to be? Some couples wish to have a very simple and brief ceremony;
others elect to include attendants, family, special readings, and music. All are equal in stature. Each
ceremony is uniquely planned during pre-ceremony meetings to fit the couple.
Are there costs for weddings? A quality occasion requires careful planning with the assistance of
professional staff. Therefore, there is a schedule of fees for staff services and donations for use of
facilities. The actual costs will vary depending on the type of service and its location. (A rate
structure is on the next page.)
What about enhancements? Flowers, photography, invitations, ushers, or any reception are the
responsibility of the couple. We will gladly offer suggestions or ideas to assist you.
How do we get started? PPMCC will help you along each step of your ceremony planning to help
make it as stress-free, smooth, and joyful as possible.
Step One: The couple should call the church office at 719.634.3771 and set up the first of three
pre-ceremony meetings with the pastor.
Step Two: A fee of $100 is due at the first meeting with the pastor.
Step Three: Copies of sample ceremonies, which couples often find extremely helpful, will be
provided so you can begin the excitingly creative process of planning the details of your ceremony.
Keep in mind that we are flexible in structuring the union to make it truly yours.
Step Four: You will set the remaining appointments with the pastor and meet 3 to 5 weeks before
the big day to fine-tune the ceremony and make final arrangements.
Step Five: While you will be coordinating any additional aspects of your big day, the final and most
thrilling step is the one you take in making your vows.
Step Six: Upon your Holy Union, you begin a new level of your life together as a couple, committed
publicly before friends, family, and blessed by God. We are honored to be a part of this important
time in the lives of those who come to us.
primary outreach to the LGBT community. It is a member congregation of Metropolitan Community
Church denomination. The congregation in Colorado Springs was formed in 1979.
Does MCC perform marriages? Yes, our clergy are licensed and happy to perform the traditional
wedding ceremony.
What? A Holy Union is a rite of the Metropolitan Community Church often used by those unable to
have a legal marriage. Weddings of whatever kind are formal (but not rigid) faith-based ceremonies
expressing your personal commitment to share your lives together.
Who? Those wishing to make a commitment may be any persons, at least 18 years or older, in a
relationship, wishing to publicly profess their love.
Why? Couples gain comfort and support in taking this step before family and friends and in
knowing that their relationship is blessed by God. In some states or communities, couples utilize a
Holy Union to further validate rights of domestic partnership.
Legal? Marriages performed at MCC are legal. Holy Unions, though not legally recognized in the
U.S. as marriage, are observed by our denomination and, we believe, by a God of unconditional love.
Where? PPMCC meets at 1102 South 21st Street. To make arrangements to use our beautiful
facility, please contact us. Weddings can be performed virtually anywhere such as at a home, in the
mountains, etc. Additional fees may be required for mileage or other costs incurred.
When? A wedding can be scheduled most any time, dependent upon the availability of clergy.
Saturdays are the most popular day. It is recommended that a couple plan their ceremony at least 3
to 6 months in advance, fitting a most special occasion.
How elaborate does it have to be? Some couples wish to have a very simple and brief ceremony;
others elect to include attendants, family, special readings, and music. All are equal in stature. Each
ceremony is uniquely planned during pre-ceremony meetings to fit the couple.
Are there costs for weddings? A quality occasion requires careful planning with the assistance of
professional staff. Therefore, there is a schedule of fees for staff services and donations for use of
facilities. The actual costs will vary depending on the type of service and its location. (A rate
structure is on the next page.)
What about enhancements? Flowers, photography, invitations, ushers, or any reception are the
responsibility of the couple. We will gladly offer suggestions or ideas to assist you.
How do we get started? PPMCC will help you along each step of your ceremony planning to help
make it as stress-free, smooth, and joyful as possible.
Step One: The couple should call the church office at 719.634.3771 and set up the first of three
pre-ceremony meetings with the pastor.
Step Two: A fee of $100 is due at the first meeting with the pastor.
Step Three: Copies of sample ceremonies, which couples often find extremely helpful, will be
provided so you can begin the excitingly creative process of planning the details of your ceremony.
Keep in mind that we are flexible in structuring the union to make it truly yours.
Step Four: You will set the remaining appointments with the pastor and meet 3 to 5 weeks before
the big day to fine-tune the ceremony and make final arrangements.
Step Five: While you will be coordinating any additional aspects of your big day, the final and most
thrilling step is the one you take in making your vows.
Step Six: Upon your Holy Union, you begin a new level of your life together as a couple, committed
publicly before friends, family, and blessed by God. We are honored to be a part of this important
time in the lives of those who come to us.
There will be a $50 cleaning fee added to space rental. Please note that PPMCC maintains a smoke free
environment. Smoking is allowed outside the building (at the northeast corner). Consumption of alcohol is
allowed on the property.
Special music arrangements can be made if adequate time for rehearsal is planned.
Honorariums for all parties will be paid according to the arrangements made with each, but no later than 30
days prior to the ceremony. There can be no exceptions in this policy.
May God bless you as you consider making this very important step in your life. Should you have any
further questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to call the pastor of Pikes Peak MCC, at 634-3771.
environment. Smoking is allowed outside the building (at the northeast corner). Consumption of alcohol is
allowed on the property.
Special music arrangements can be made if adequate time for rehearsal is planned.
Honorariums for all parties will be paid according to the arrangements made with each, but no later than 30
days prior to the ceremony. There can be no exceptions in this policy.
May God bless you as you consider making this very important step in your life. Should you have any
further questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to call the pastor of Pikes Peak MCC, at 634-3771.
| Fees (due at first meeting) Pastoral Honorarium (includes rehearsal & counseling appointments) Administrative fee Organist/Pianist Vocalist/Soloist Sound Tech Visual Tech PPMCC Sanctuary PPMCC Social Hall (reception) |
| $100 $250 $40 $50 $50 $30 $30 $150 $100 |
| You may download a printed copy of the Holy Union brochure by clicking here. |
Tech person and fees required if
church's sound or visual
equipment is used during service.
church's sound or visual
equipment is used during service.
