We are delighted to provide a special ceremony
in a chapel setting for the celebration of your
love and commitment. Each couple is unique
and we will do our best to accommodate your personal
wishes for an unforgettable wedding day.
Our minister can help you make your ceremony a
joyous, spiritual experience.
We offer skilled support,
beautiful facilities and ministerial services
to make weddings the highlight of a lifetime.
Our church philosophy is one of non-judgment,
and many styles of ceremonies are available for
you and your significant other. Contact the church
office at 530-823-6986 for more information. See
details below.
Our chapel is also
available for other services, including Memorials,
Funerals, Baptisms, Christenings and Dedication
of Infants. Special services are available to
acknowledge and bless the spiritual essence of
adults and children. Our minister and support
staff are available for consultation. For details
and scheduling, contact the church office, 530-823-6986.
The Chapel at DeWitt
Center FCSL (Foothill Center for Spiritual Living)
is located in an historic chapel dating from when
the DeWitt property was a military medical facility.
High ceilings, tall windows, massive beams, wainscoting,
stained glass, a steeple, brick walls and other
architectural elements combine in this charming
New England-style chapel. The sanctuary has a
peaceful and dignified atmosphere. The picturesque
front of the chapel is bordered by a large, park-like
area of mature trees and well-maintained lawn.
The sanctuary accommodates
95 guests in the cushioned white pews. The room
can hold up to 120 guests with additional seating
by folding chairs (provided by prior arrangement)
at the sides and back of the sanctuary. Configured
with the pews only, the chapel has a wide center
aisle for a traditional procession, right and
left aisles and space at the back of the room.
Rental of the chapel
includes use of the sanctuary, downstairs bride’s
room, groom’s area (administrative offices and
small bathroom) and main bathrooms. FCSL is not
responsible for valuables or clothing brought
to the chapel and all personal property, decorations,
etc., are expected to be removed after the conclusion
of the ceremony.
The chapel is suitable
for wedding ceremonies and, upon approval, simple
post-ceremony refreshments. No reception facilities
or kitchen are available.
A wide variety of reception
venues are within a few miles of the chapel. A
list of potential nearby reception sites is available
upon request. One venue, the DeWitt Senior Center
building is a short walk from the chapel and can
be rented from Placer County.
Wedding Dates and Times
Weddings can be held Saturdays, Friday evenings
or Sundays after 2 p.m.. Parking is ample at those
times and there is little traffic.
Rental of the chapel
is for a maximum of 3 hours for the ceremony (including
set up and clean up) and a one-hour rehearsal
within a few days of the ceremony. We request
that you and your guests consciously honor the
contracted times.
Decorations - The classic
architecture of the chapel requires few additional
decorations to provide a beautiful wedding setting.
You may provide your own flowers and decorations
and/or use the silk flower arrangements and pew
bows available from FCSL. No tacks, pins, tape
or nails may be used to secure decorations the
walls or pews. An aisle runner must be used if
flower petals are to be spread.
Music - Use of FCSL’s
electronic piano/organ or sound system requires
the service of our sound system specialist (see
fee schedule). FCSL’s professional pianist or
professional vocal soloists are available by referral.
The minister can suggest appropriate music tailored
to your ceremony.
Church Affiliation
, Vows and Counseling - We do not require that
you be a member of FCSL or any other church for
your wedding ceremony to be here. FCSL welcomes
couples coming from different religious backgrounds,
interfaith marriages, as well as commitment ceremonies
for same-gender couples. There is no particular
form for a wedding or commitment ceremony that
we use. Our minister can assist you in creating
vows, with traditional or contemporary options
or incorporating principles of New Thought.
We welcome a couple
participating in the shaping of the ceremony and
writing their personal vows. Our minister would
expect to have one pre-marriage counseling session
with you to prepare your vows, plan the ceremony/service,
and rehearsal. If you wish, you may discuss the
use of a different officiate or a”co-officiant”
with our minister.
Contact Information
For more information or to arrange a tour of the
chapel:
Phone (530) 823-6986; Fax (530) 823-6986. |
