Fee Schedule/Parish Hall Rental

If you are interest in using the church building, please telephone the church (683-6051), and if no one is in leave a message on the voice mail. 

Most services are offered by the church are without charge. Donations and fund-raising raise the funds to pay for these services. Fee policy as agreed to by the Parish Council at the June 4, 2001 meeting; amended April 10, 2006; wedding fees amended by Wardens August 27, 2007.

Weddings

Use of the church, clergy & Altar Guild $300*
Clergy  (wedding at a location other than St. Stephen's)  $200*
Music Director $75

* Clergy may waive or reduce fee in cases of financial need or if the couple is already supporting the parish.

Funerals

Use of the church, clergy & Altar Guild donation
Music Director $75

Parish Hall Rental

The Parish Hall is suitable for small gatherings. It can accommodate about 50 people seated at tables or 75 standing.

Social/Reception $100
Catering (no sandwiches) $5/person
Catering with sandwiches $6/person

Clergy in consultation with the Church Wardens may waive fees for a Social/Reception and Catering for a parishioner's funeral/memorial service.

Weekly Rates for Groups

Profit  $25/week
Non-profit $10/week

The Church Wardens may waive the fee if they want the parish to assist the group as a ministry of the parish, ex. Girl Guides.

Insurance

The Group will either provide a Certificate of Insurance or subscribe to St. Stephen’s 3rd party insurance.

Alcohol

No alcohol will be served without written permission from St. Stephen’s Wardens. Serving alcohol must conform to the policy set by the Executive Committee of the Diocese of Algoma; see Alcohol Policy

Approval for Use of the Church

The Incumbent approves the use of the nave (worship area), and the Incumbent and Church Wardens approve the use of the Parish Hall.

Changes to Fee Schedule

The Music Director sets her fees by notifying the Incumbent. All other fees are set by the Parish Council.

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