Ceremony
Sunday, February 5, 2017 - 4pm
First Grace United Methodist Church
3401 Canal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70119
For any of you wondering: why First Grace? You won't have to ask after you visit. It only took us one time and we never looked anywhere else. We dearly miss our church home and family every week we are away. The comforting hugs, uplifting songs, colorful company, meaningful words, shared laughs... just a few of many things that help you survive an exhausting week. We are happy to share one of our special places with you. Please enjoy reading an excerpt from the history on the church below:
On October 21, 2007, two years after Hurricane Katrina, two United Methodist congregations less than one mile apart merged to form a new body. The remnant of First UMC, an historically white congregation, and the remnant of Grace UMC, an historically black congregation, merged to form First Grace UMC.
In its first year, the worshiping congregation grew from 60 to more than 130. In addition, a missionary for Hispanic/Latino ministries joined the First Grace family and the Latino/a population has been steadily growing. As you can see with your own eyes, our congregation mirrors the diverse wonders of our city.
The sanctuary and building took on over five feet of water from the levee breaks of Katrina. We are still rebuilding.
Reception
Sunday, February 5, 2017 - to follow
Benachi House & Gardens
2257 Bayou Road, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70119
Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous! We saw this place and fell in love. Have your cameras ready. :) Lots of photo ops inside and out. Ample street parking. Some may want to Uber or carpool from the church to the reception. Contact us if you need assistance. Directions below.
Directions from Ceremony to Reception:
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