I am getting married on July 2007 for the ceremony we are paying $400 but we also need to give a donation to the pastor who id going to marry us. we are on a budget but we also dont want to be cheap. What would be a good donation?
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2007-01-03 07:04:37 · 4 answers · asked by Angel Eyes 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Call the church office and ask what the usual donation is. They will gladly help you out.
2007-01-03 09:18:39 · answer #1 · answered by Patty4 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
most churches include all the costs in one price. If you speak with the priest and explain the situation I'm sure he'd be happy with $100. If this is taking place outside the church some fees can run up to $500. I would talk to the pastor first before deciding on a number.
2007-01-03 07:19:28 · answer #2 · answered by jaws1013 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you referring to a gratuity? His fee is not included in the $400 ceremony price? Or is that the church rental fee? Are you members of this church?
If your are members then $100+ is not out of line. I knew a minister who was given $200 for his services 20 years ago & was insulted, so you have to decide.
If you have 'hired' this person then he/she should already be getting his fee for his services so $75+ would be acceptable.
2007-01-03 07:24:07 · answer #3 · answered by weddrev 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if i remember right....some say the rule of thumb is 10% of your monthly income.
2007-01-03 07:08:01 · answer #4 · answered by Get_R_Done_n_Dallas 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋