As we all adapt to an uncertain time with COVID-19 (coronavirus), we are monitoring the news carefully. We are prepared to take every precaution necessary to make our wedding safe for our guests, even if that means postponing it. Our wedding is happening as planned, and we look forward to celebrating with you all on November 14!

At this point, we've been advised that a November wedding should be safe. Please RSVP and book your accommodations as you normally would, but check first for a lenient cancellation policy, which most hotels and airlines are happy to provide in light of current events. That being said, the safety of our guests is our utmost priority. Please check our website and national and local public health websites regularly for updates. Please contact us directly with any questions – our contact information is below. Thank you for your love, patience, and concern.

-Gigi and Matt

gabrielaajcollada@gmail.com

Q: Are your wedding plans changing due to the coronavirus?

A: At this time we are carefully considering our options based on the information at hand. We will post all updates and any changes in plans here for your reference. At this time, we are going with our wedding day as planned.

Q: Is it still safe to travel to and attend your wedding ?

A: This is a personal decision you should make for yourself based on your health, what you feel comfortable with, where you are located, and in accordance with public health and government guidelines. Your health is our priority, and we know there are many factors to consider. We respect your decision to do whatever is best for you and your family and are understanding of whatever you decide.

Q: Are there any COVID guidelines to follow at the church mass?

A: As far as things that still affect how Mass, weddings, and funerals are conducted these are the guidelines that the church is still following. All people attending are required to wear masks and to social distance. Guests will see the pews are blocked off and marks are put on the pews where people should sit. People in the same household do not have to sit 6 feet away from each other but they should maintain that distance from somebody who isn’t in their household. The mass is only allowed to have one person to do the readings and the petitions. The reader will be allowed to take their mask off when they do the reading but then put it back on once they are done. The gifts are not brought up in procession but will be already on the table for the priest. Bride and Groom will not be required to wear a mask. The bridesmaids and groomsmen will not have to wear a mask during the procession but are expected to mask once they are seated in their pews. There is no congregational singing and all singing will be done by the Cantor who is in a booth.

Q: Are you taking any measures to limit the transfer of germs at your wedding reception?

A: After consulting with our vendors we have decided to implement the following changes to our wedding, to keep everyone as safe as possible during the event: no more than 6 people at a table, spreading out guest tables to awning that is attached to barn, and keeping the barn doors open to assist with ventilation. Our guest list has decreased to about 1/2 for 115 attending.

Q: Do I have to wear a mask/use hand sanitizer?

A: We want our guests to be as comfortable as possible at our event. If using these things make you feel comfortable then please use them.

Q: Why is the RSVP date so early?

We have sent our invite RSVP about 2 months ahead of our wedding date to allow us time to inventory our guest list to see who is comfortable in attending and to also allow social distancing.

To our loved ones,

You are likely following the coronavirus’ impact around the world, just as we are. After careful consideration, we are moving forward with our wedding as planned, however we completely understand if you no longer feel comfortable joining us.

Your health is our priority, and we know there are many factors to consider. We respect your decision to do whatever is best for you and your family.

Please let us know what you decide as we finalize our plans, and whether we celebrate with you at our wedding, or at another point in the future, we are grateful to have you in our lives.

We will post any updates on our wedding website, so please consult it for any new information.

Love,

Matt and Gigi