I know there is a (slightly) minister related post just below me, but I don't really think it answered the question that I have. And I do apologize if this question has been asked before recently, but I DID check several pages back. And yes, this part of the post is due to the FFF thread below ; )
Anyways, I was wondering on the Etiquette on inviting the minister to join us for the reception. She is a widow and I got her information from the venue, so she doesn't know me personally or anyone on my guest list (as far as I am aware). I want her to know that she is more than welcome to either join us for the meal or take some home with her, and was wondering the best way to do this?
I would think that beacause she is a vendor that she doesn't get an actual invitation to the wedding. I am paying her for her services just like all my other vendors. And as she's an older lady that will not know any of my other guests I am assuming that she wouldn't want to stay past dinner for the drinks and dancing (no that she wouldn't be welcome to). The ceremony starts at 6 which is kind of late, and she has a fairly long drive, so I definitely want to make sure that she gets something to eat.
Would an email be okay, or should I send a hand written note in the mail or something? If I do send an email or a note in the mail, does this sound okay?
"Dear Minister.
Groom and I would love for you to join us for dinner after the ceremony. This is what we will be serving. I am thinking we will be eating around 7pm. If you feel this is a little too late for you, you are also more than welcome to bring a plate of food home with you. Just let me know so I can give the final head count to the caterer. We look forward to seeing you at the wedding!
Regards
Pokepoke27"
Advice is appreciated - as I'm sure you all know : D