Natalie and Chuck were married at First Lutheran Church of Pittsburgh and their reception was at the Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel. They planned to have their ceremony and reception downtown so that guests would be able to stay in the city. A shuttle provided transportation to and from the ceremony.

Doesn’t Natalie look stunning in this swanky setting?

Chuck and his entourage look dapper in this action shot. They are men on a mission.

The Lutheran church’s sanctuary was a breath-taking setting for the couple’s nuptials.

We walked to Mellon Square for some photos by the fountain.

Here is one of my favorites of Natalie and Chuck.

We also stopped by the Clemente Bridge on our way to the reception. The bridge was closed to traffic that night because of the Pirates game.

Here’s a favorite of Natalie on the grand staircase at the hotel.

Here’s a sweet moment during the cake cutting.

Natalie reminds me of Princess Diana in this photo of their first dance.

What a beautiful day. Congratulations Natalie and Chuck!

First Lutheran Church of Pittsburgh has a very high church feel to it. My first clue to the formality of this church was overhearing a sister address the church secretary with a Miss preceding her first name. Despite the formality, there were certain aspects of the church interior that caught my attention. This prayer rail and kneeling cushion at the altar seem to be welcoming and reverent at the same time.

This communion chalice, with the artwork of Christ in the background, is presented in such a pristine condition that I am reminded of God’s purity and ultimate sacrifice for us. It’s really difficult for us to be mindful of just what God did for us by offering up his son as a sacrifice to cover our sins. That’s what communion is all about – remembering the ultimate sacrifice.

Here’s a beautiful mosaic above the church’s altar.

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