Crouse Chapel Wedding or Vow Renewal Application

About Crouse Chapel. Located within Bay View, a National Historic Landmark community, Crouse Chapel is a beloved summer gathering place. With beautiful stained-glass windows and an intimate setting, it offers a special backdrop for life's meaningful moments.

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The Director of Worship will review your application
You will be contacted within 2-3 business days
Full payment is required to secure your date
Clergy must be approved before the service

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Ceremony Details

Type of Ceremony *

Wedding Renewal of Vows

Ceremony Date *

Ceremony Time *

Rehearsal Date

Rehearsal Time

Couple Information

Names of Couple *

Expected Number of Guests * Maximum capacity: 108 • Comfortable seating: 80

Bride Arrival Time

Will the bride be dressing at the chapel?

Yes No

Bay View Membership

All chapel services must be sponsored by a Bay View Association member in good standing.

Bay View Member Sponsor *

Member Contact Information *

Sponsor's Relationship to Couple *

Is either person being married a Bay View member? *

Yes No (sponsored by member above)

Clergy Information

Clergy Name *

Denomination

Phone Number

Email Address

Mailing Address

Note: All clergy must be approved by the Director of Worship before the service. New clergy will be submitted for approval as part of the reservation process.

Music & Musicians

Will you have music during the ceremony?

Equipment & Setup

Audio Equipment:

Stand Microphone Wireless Microphone CD Player for provided music

Additional Services:

Communion (grape juice and bread provided by Altar Guild) Guest Book Stand

Reserve seating with rope

Additional Information

Why did you choose Bay View for your wedding?

Special Requests or Notes

Primary Contact Information

Contact Name *

Email Address *

Phone Number *

Relationship to Couple

Mailing Address *

Fee Information

Chapel Fees & Payment

Chapel fees vary based on Bay View Association membership. Your applicable fee will be confirmed as part of the reservation process.

Payment may be made by check mailed to:
Bay View Association
P.O. Box 583
Petoskey, MI 49770
Attn: Chapel

Full payment is required to secure your reservation date.

Important Note About Celebrants and Musicians

The fees above cover facility use only. You are responsible for arranging and compensating any clergy, celebrants, or musicians for your ceremony.

Honorariums for clergy and musicians should be negotiated directly with each individual
Bay View can assist in providing contact information for local celebrants and musicians
All financial arrangements with service providers are the responsibility of the applicant

Please discuss fees and payment arrangements when booking your celebrant and musicians.

Policies & Agreement

By submitting this reservation, I acknowledge and agree to the following:

Sponsorship: All chapel services must be sponsored by a Bay View Association member in good standing.
Clergy: All clergy must be approved by the Director of Worship prior to the service.
Payment: Full payment is required to secure your reservation date.
Access: Setup may begin one hour before the scheduled service time. The chapel must be vacated within one hour following the service.
Capacity: The chapel has a maximum capacity of 108 guests, with comfortable seating for approximately 80.
Alcohol & Decorations: Alcohol is not permitted on Bay View grounds. Rice, birdseed, and confetti are not permitted on the grounds. Florals are welcome on the table behind the altar and should be no more than 12 inches deep and 3 feet tall. Other floral arrangements are subject to approval by the Director of Worship.
Season & Climate: The chapel is available May through October. Please note that the chapel does not have climate control, and portable climate-control units are not permitted.
Cancellations: Cancellations made at least 30 days in advance are eligible for a full refund.
Restrooms: Two restrooms are available in the Crouse Chapel, and additional restrooms are available in the building east of the chapel entrance.

Full policies: Crouse Memorial Chapel Policies

I have read and agree to the Crouse Memorial Chapel policies listed above *

Crouse Memorial Chapel

Application for Wedding or Renewal of Vows