First Congregational United Church of Christ
5 East Main St P.O. Box 66
Berlin Heights, Ohio 44818
419-588-2102
Application for Use of Church Facilities
Date of Application________________ Name of Organization________________
Name of person making the application: ______________________________________
Address: _________________________________________________________
Phone: ____________________________ Email_________________________
Date(s) desired: __________ to __________ Time(s) _________ to __________
Expected attendance ______________
Facilities desired and Fee Schedule:
No charge for church groups. (See reverse side for definition of groups)
Community Private Groups
Groups Members Non-members
_____Kitchen* $25.00 $25.00 $25.00
_____ Fowler Room $25.00 $50.00 $75.00
_____ Sanctuary* $75.00 $75.00 $100.00
*There is no charge for the kitchen if the event is serviced by Women’s Fellowship.
*There is no charge for the sanctuary for weddings of church member(s).
The rental for use of facilities is payable ten (10) days in advance and may be sent
to the church office.
Church Policy:
1. Church activities will take precedence over all other activities
2. Regularly scheduled activities will receive priority or special activities.
3. Applying organization will be responsible for room arrangement, including set up of
tables and chairs, and the return of the room to the original arrangement.
4. The user should leave all facilities neat and clean. A $30.00 charge will be assessed if
janitorial services are required.
5. The church welcomes the opportunity to have its facilities used by worthy organizations
and asks that the facilities be used with respect for the nature and purpose of the church,
and with regard to good decorum.
- No alcoholic beverages will be served, and there will be no smoking in the building.
7. The renting person or organization will be assessed to cover any damages.
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Signature Date
The Board of Trustees
Revised 3/5/13
Definitions:
Church groups include: All church boards, committees and organizations that are a part of the church. All Scout groups, the Berlin Heights Community Center including the After School Club. All service organizations with meals that are served by Women’s Fellowship.
Community groups include: Garden Club, Historical Society, School groups, Political parties, Basket Festival Committee, etc.
Private groups include: Wedding receptions, graduations, showers, birthday and anniversary parties, etc. not served by Women’s Fellowship. Privately catered non-church meetings, and other special gatherings.