Custom Weddings
Like snowflakes, no two love stories are alike; therefore, your wedding should represent the unique love that you and your partner share. Rev. Nate will arrange time to with you to craft a ceremony that specifically represents your love story, your beliefs, and your values. He will help you choose text, readings, and music that authentically symbolize your union.
Our Minister
Reverend Nathan C. Walker was ordained in both the Unitarian Universalist and Zen Buddhist traditions. Rev. Nate received a Master of Divinity degree from Union Theological Seminary, New York and a Masters of Education and Master of Arts from Columbia University. He has previously served four congregations and is nationally recognized for his social justice leadership.
Our Church Building
Our building, a signature piece by regionally celebrated architect Frank Furness, is a designated historic landmark. The Sanctuary seats over 500, yet, owing to its' unusual design, is an intimate setting for much smaller gatherings. It is graced with rich colors, as well as a Casavant Fiere organ and Steinway grand piano.
The Chapel, a jewel of stained glass and carved wood, seats 50; there is a Baldwin upright piano in the chapel loft.
The Parish Room, a sunny Victorian parlor, accommodates small to mid-sized receptions. Griffin Hall, our social hall, with adjacent kitchen, seats 150.
Click here to see a plan of our first floor.
Our Neighborhood
Located within the Rittenhouse-Fitler Square Historic District, our neighborhood embodies the distinctive architectural diversity of several centuries, and is home to many of the city's finest hotels, shops, and restaurants.
A Ceremony at First Church
To rent space in our building, e-mail Church Administrator Norman Fouhy.
The following rental rates allow two hours for a wedding ceremony, and six hours for a reception:
Sanctuary- $600.00
Chapel- $350.00
Parish Room- $500.00
Griffin Hall/Kitchen- $600.00
A deposit of $200.00 is required.
Rev. Nate charges $500 to craft your custom wedding. A sliding scale may be employed at the minister's discretion. Before contacting him please first decide the date, time, and place of your ceremony. Then review his open office hours and contact him with a proposed a time to meet. If you wish to learn more about his personal style, we encourage you to attend a Sunday service when he is preaching. Our Beacon newsletter contains the worship schedule.
Music Director, Christopher Barnard, is available to provide music and/or referrals. Click here to contact him.
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