Trinity Episcopal Church

San Francisco Wedding Location
1668 Bush St. (at Bush & Gough)
San Francisco, CA 94109
San Francisco
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Contact: Wedding Coordinator
Phone: 415/775-1117
www.sftrinity.org
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Trinity Episcopal Church

Description

Trinity Episcopal Church appears to have been lifted, lock, stock and stained-glass windows, from a quaint village in England—but don’t let the imposing Norman-Romanesque architecture fool you. Beneath the church’s 104-year-old Colusa sandstone exterior beats a progressive heart. This church may look old-fashioned, but the attitudes of its clergy and congregation are firmly rooted in the 21st century.

Trinity is the oldest Episcopal church west of the Rockies, and continues to be a thriving cornerstone of the community, with a diverse, inclusive congregation. Project Open Hand, a service that brings free hot meals to AIDS patients, got its start here. Theater companies and recovery groups rent space from Trinity, and the church hosts many innovative workshops. More important to those planning a wedding, the church places no restrictions on who can get married here. You need not be a member of the congregation, you need not be baptized and you can bring your own clergy or design the ceremony yourself. Same-sex blessings are permitted, and the participation of family members in the ceremony is encouraged. The staff has many innovative ways to include children in a wedding. This is especially nice for couples who are "blending" families, as it gives them a chance to give everyone an active role in starting their new life together.

The church features rainbow-hued stained-glass windows, an 86-foot-long aisle, an antique Skinner organ (one of only four on the West Coast), and a grand piano. The lectern is carved in the shape of an angel, and has a PA system for readings by family members or friends. The altar, which is decorated with brass candlesticks for wedding ceremonies, is inlaid with intricate mosaic designs. The church’s ornateness makes very elaborate decorations unnecessary, which is nice for those on a tight budget.

Trinity Episcopal Church is ideal for couples who want the dignified beauty, but not the stuffy rigidity, of a traditional church wedding. Who says you can’t have your wedding cake, and eat it too?

Capacity

Ceremony

Reception/Special Events

Meetings

Max. Seated Indoors: 450
Max. Seated Outdoors:
Max. Seated Indoors: 150
Max. Seated Outdoors:
Max. Standing Indoors: 200
Max. Standing Outdoors:
Max. Seated: 150

CEREMONY CAPACITY: The church holds up to 450 seated guests.

EVENT/RECEPTION & MEETING CAPACITY: The Meeting Room holds up to 150 seated or 200 standing guests.

Fees & Deposits

A $800 rental deposit is required to reserve your date; the balance is due 2 weeks prior to the event. The church rental fee is $1,800 and includes a 3-hour block plus a 1-hour rehearsal; additional hours are available at $300/hour. The rental fee for the Meeting Room starts at $150/hour.

Availability

Year-round, daily, anytime. The Church is not available Sundays before 1pm or Wednesdays after 4pm.

Catering

BYO

Alcohol

BYO

Sites Uses

Ceremonies
Wedding Receptions
Special Events, Parties
Business Functions/Meetings

Services/Amenities

Catering: BYO
Kitchen Facilities: fully equipped
Tables & Chairs: provided
Linens, Silver, etc.: through caterer
Restrooms: wheelchair accessible
Dance Floor: hardwood floor
Bride's Groom's Dressing Area: yes
Meeting Equipment: screen, digital projector available together for $100/day
Parking: local garages or on street
Accommodations: no guestrooms
Telephone: emergency use only
Outdoor Night Lighting: access only
Outdoor Cooking Facilities: n/a
Cleanup: renter or caterer
View: no
Other: some coordination

Music

Indoors

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair Accessible

Site Views

No View

Restrictions

Alcohol: Wine, beer and champagne only; must have non-alcoholic alternatives if alcohol is served.
Smoking: not allowed
Music: no restrictions
Wheelchair Access: yes
Insurance: not required
Other: no rice, confetti or birdseed

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