Why You Need a Separate Sealing Insert Card
Our professional stationery service team knows that managing a multifaceted event requires the same organizational precision as running a business or overseeing a major household remodel.
Segmenting your guest list is critical when hosting a Latter-day Saint temple wedding, which is why knowing what to include on a temple sealing insert card is a major advantage. We rely on a separate insert card to share these private ceremony details efficiently, keeping your standard 5x7 inch main invitation clean and elegant.
The following details will guide you through exactly what to include and how to word these cards for different audiences.
What to Include on a Temple Sealing Insert Card: The Essential Details
We recommend treating this card like a high-level project brief for your most important stakeholders. Every single piece of information must serve a direct purpose to prevent delays on the morning of your event.
Our designers typically organize these cards into six non-negotiable data points. Missing even one of these details can create unnecessary stress for your guests.
1. The Full Temple Name
We always verify the exact, official name of the venue before sending files to the printer. The United States currently has well over 100 operating temples, meaning major hubs like South Jordan, Utah, feature multiple locations within a few miles of each other.
Our experience shows that printing “the temple” or even a casual nickname causes out-of-town guests to drive to the wrong building. Specifying “Oquirrh Mountain Utah Temple” instead of just “the South Jordan temple” eliminates this risk entirely.
2. The Formatted Date
We structure the date based on the aesthetic of your primary invitation layout. A standard US 3.5 x 5 inch insert card offers limited square footage, so a simple numeric format like “Saturday, June 21, 2026” works beautifully.
“Using a numeric date format on smaller insert cards saves critical space and improves readability at a glance.”
Our clients often prefer this streamlined approach because it allows the typography to breathe. Formal, written-out dates look stunning on the main 5x7 inch invite but often feel cramped on a smaller enclosure.
3. A Precise Arrival Time
We consider this the single most critical line of text on your entire invitation package. Standard sealing rooms in US temples safely hold between 30 and 50 guests, and temple workers need everyone seated at least 15 minutes prior to the start time.
Our standard advice is to print an arrival time exactly 45 to 60 minutes before the ceremony actually begins. A clear directive like “Please arrive by 9:15 a.m.” prevents latecomers from missing the ordinance entirely.
4. The Exact Venue Address
We include the physical street address whenever a guest list features a high percentage of out-of-state travelers. Local business owners and residents might know exactly where the Provo City Center Temple is located, but your college friends flying in from Ohio will need precise GPS coordinates.
Our templates seamlessly integrate the address just below the venue name for easy reading. Directing guests to a dedicated wedding website for parking instructions is an excellent alternative if space is tight.
5. The Temple Recommend Reminder
We always encourage couples to include a polite reminder regarding entrance requirements. Access to these ceremonies requires a valid temple recommend, and guests who haven’t attended a sealing recently might need to schedule a renewal interview.
Our favorite phrases to handle this politely include:
- “A current temple recommend is required for attendance.”
- “Temple recommend required.”
- “Please ensure your temple recommend is current.”
This gentle nudge gives attendees plenty of notice to handle their ecclesiastical appointments.
6. Attire Expectations
We occasionally add a brief note about wearing Sunday dress to the ceremony. Most active Latter-day Saints in the US already know this standard etiquette.
Our suggestion is to include this only if you have younger attendees or recent converts who are experiencing their first temple event. Keeping the card focused on logistical data is usually the safest route.
Wording Examples for Different Tones
We format these inserts to match the varying formalities of different wedding celebrations. The text should flow naturally while delivering hard facts.
Our design catalog features three primary wording styles that perform consistently well for our US clients in 2026. These options guarantee clarity while respecting the sacred nature of the occasion.
Formal Style:
Temple Sealing Ceremony The sealing of Brooklyn and Carter will take place in the Salt Lake Temple Saturday, June 21, 2026 Please arrive by 9:30 a.m. A current temple recommend is required
Warm and Welcoming:
You are joyfully invited to witness our temple sealing Provo City Center Temple Saturday, June 21, 2026 Please plan to arrive by 9:15 a.m.
Simple and Direct:
Temple Sealing Mount Timpanogos Temple June 21, 2026, Arrive by 10:00 a.m. Temple recommend required
We advise clients to select the tone that mirrors their primary invitation. Consistency across all printed materials projects a highly organized, professional image.
Who Receives the Sealing Insert Card?
We use a strict segmentation strategy to determine who actually gets this specific piece of paper. Mailing a sealing insert to an unendowed friend or a non-member colleague from your business network causes confusion and requires awkward follow-up conversations.
Our mailing protocol restricts this card strictly to guests who hold a current temple recommend and are specifically invited to the ceremony. A standard guest list usually limits this group to the following individuals:
- Immediate family members and parents.
- Close extended family like grandparents or aunts.
- Specific, close friends who are active members.
- Ecclesiastical leaders with a direct connection to the couple.
We place the main invitation and any reception-only inserts into the envelopes of everyone else on the list. This targeted distribution respects the limited seating capacity of the sealing rooms while honoring your broader social circle at the evening celebration.
Sizing and Design Strategies
We rely on standard US printing dimensions to keep your postage costs predictable and your suite visually balanced. Slipping an oversized card into a standard envelope causes unsightly bulging and triggers non-machinable USPS surcharges.
Our team prints thousands of these cards annually, and two specific dimensions dominate the market in 2026. These sizes slide perfectly behind a standard 5x7 inch main invitation.
| Size Name | Dimensions | Best Use Case | Matching US Envelope |
|---|---|---|---|
| A1 Format (4-Bar) | 3.5 x 5 inches | Standard sealing details with minimal text. | Fits seamlessly inside an A7 envelope. |
| A2 Format | 4.25 x 5.5 inches | Ceremonies requiring detailed venue addresses or parking notes. | Sits perfectly behind the main 5x7 invite. |
We recommend matching the exact font weights and color palettes of your main design. A cohesive visual layout prevents the insert from looking like a last-minute addition.
A Critical Logistical Mistake to Avoid
We see couples make one specific error that consistently disrupts their wedding day timeline. Listing the actual start time of the ceremony instead of the required arrival time guarantees that a portion of your guests will be locked out.
Our data shows that guests arriving at 10:00 a.m. for a 10:00 a.m. sealing will miss the ordinance entirely, as temple workers close the doors prior to the start. Using commanding but polite phrases like “Please arrive by 9:15 a.m.” solves this logistical nightmare completely.
Let Us Help You Get Every Detail Right
We consider your temple sealing insert card a small but incredibly powerful piece of your event management puzzle. Figuring out what to include on a temple sealing insert card ensures that every single guest knows exactly where to be and when.
Our team specializes in designing LDS wedding invitations that project elegance while communicating hard logistical facts. Take the next step for a stress-free event by reviewing your options.
We provide same-day digital proofs so you can verify every detail before production begins.
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