01-19-2012, 03:11 PM
My friend is in the process of getting his marriage convalidated. He asked me if it would be appropriate to give a gift of money and how much would be the correct amount.
It is a Traditional parish and I honestly do not have a clue as to what to tell him.
The priest has done paperwork and taken care of all the things necessary and will perform, what I assume is a short blessing and ceremony.
My friend wants to show his gratitude, but he does not want to offend the priest either by giving an amount that may be embarrasing to the priest or may appear to be tainted.
I am going to witness the Marriage. So while, I don't have to offer a toast at the reception, or arrange for a bachelor party, he did ask of me this question.
Does anyone have any suggestions, or is there a good rule of thumb to follow in such matters.
I have never had this kind of personal service done for me or my family since moving to Tradition. My wedding, and all my children were baptized while attending the NO.
It is a Traditional parish and I honestly do not have a clue as to what to tell him.
The priest has done paperwork and taken care of all the things necessary and will perform, what I assume is a short blessing and ceremony.
My friend wants to show his gratitude, but he does not want to offend the priest either by giving an amount that may be embarrasing to the priest or may appear to be tainted.
I am going to witness the Marriage. So while, I don't have to offer a toast at the reception, or arrange for a bachelor party, he did ask of me this question.
Does anyone have any suggestions, or is there a good rule of thumb to follow in such matters.
I have never had this kind of personal service done for me or my family since moving to Tradition. My wedding, and all my children were baptized while attending the NO.