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P. O. Box 303           460 Glades Road
Gatlinburg, Tennessee   37738
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WHAT SOME OF OUR COUPLES ARE SAYING.....
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I just wanted to thank everyone at the Chapel in the Glades for making our special day perfect.  From the moment that I first spoke with  Denise  , I was treated as an individual with the utmost respect.  Anytime I would email with a question, Denise answered me  promptly and addressed all of my concerns.  The chapel itself is gorgeous.  It is so different from the other more commercialized chapels in the area.  Very, very beautiful.  Denise,  my flowers were also gorgeous ( thanks for having them made precisely as I requested) .  We had a wonderful experience and would recommend to anyone that wants a mountain wedding that goes with out a hitch.
Sincerely,
Erin 2007

 

 

 

 
 
I know it has been way tooooo long. I am sorry...life has a way of taking over....
 
I am finally sending you this letter to say thank you so very much for all you did, all everyone did to have our wedding go off with out a hitch.  I am so very glad that we had our wedding there at your chapel.  It's true what they say, "that no amount of planning can prepare you".  It has to be a overall cooperation from everyone to make something as special, and as BIG as a Wedding go out smooth.  I do now understand how and why so many Brides get "BRIDEZILLA".  I can say that by having our Wedding there at your Chapel, all the MAJOR stuff was handled, ( I know that I called you a lot)  : )  but after the first few conversations I had faith, that you had it handled, Towards the end I found myself calling you regarding( family issues), and you were kind and sweet enough to listen when you could, and still gave words of encouragement.  For that I am Grateful.  Kenneth and his family are already asking if we can have anniversary vows there,  I think part of it is they want and mini vaction too.  But everyone said the Chapel was perfect...again thank you for everything
 
Denise you are truly sweet, and a friend...
 
Thank you,
Avril

 

Denise and the entire staff,
 
We just wanted to take this moment and thank you for such a memorable day on July 11, 2007.  I remember being so nervous until I actually met everyone in person just minutes before walking down the aisle.  Everyone was so generous and professional and immediately made me feel at ease.  I recommend this chapel to anyone who wants a beautiful memory for that special day.  We'll never forget this wonderful chapel and will be visiting Tennessee quite often to celebrate our many anniversaries!
 
Chris and Lori
 

Hey there Lisa! Its Mahan....."the most pictures for a wedding girl" ha ha!  How are you? I am doing great! I cannot wait to get them!! Thanks again for all you done for us! We had an amazing wedding with you all there and I can't stop telling everyone about you! Thanks so much and I will be in touch! 

Kristen

To Whom It May Concern:
In September, my husband and I were married at the wedding chapel in the Glades.  We both knew that we wanted a small, but intimate wedding ceremony where we would have only family.  So we decided to go away somewhere that we both loved which was Gatlinburg.  I then began looking for our perfect chapel.  We chose the Wedding Chapel in the Glades because it was beautiful.  I called and spoke with Denise and together she helped us pick a wedding package.  I felt like I had known her forever.  We talked on the phone a few times to finalize some details.  Then finally the big day arrived!  I went to the chapel with the Matron of Honor and began to get ready.  I was so nervous, but Denise was so helpful and calming that it helped to relax me.  She walked me outside to the front of the chapel and told me everything was perfect.  What a wonderful, special friend she was to me.  I remember walking down the aisle and thinking how beautiful the chapel was.  I tried to savor every moment of this most magnificent day.  When the ceremony was over the photographer made it fun and I felt like a princess.  Her pictures were fabulous.  We have had so many compliments.  So, if you're looking for a beautiful chapel as well as a wonderful staff, look no farther than the Wedding Chapel in the Glades."
Melissa
Dear Denise,
Thank you so much for all the time and effort taken to make our wedding day so special.  We appreciate your caring attitude and your willingness to accept our ideas.  Thanks for being a part of this special time in our lives.

Amber & Rob
Denise,
I want to thank you for being so helpful to me.  It is because of you and your responsiveness that finalized my decision to plan my wedding at the chapel in the glades.  Of all the different chapels that I have contacted, you have been the nicest, quickest and most helpful.  I want my wedding to be as stress free as possible and you have made me feel at ease.  Thanks so much and I look forward to talking with you again. 

Erin

 

Dear Chapel in the Glades,

I wanted to take a moment and express my sincere thanks for making my remarriage to my ex-husband a beautiful memory! From the moment I saw your website and called your number to get info, I was truly blessed! Denise, you were so helpful in answering all of questions on the phone and thru email. You were always quick to respond with the answers I needed. I was so glad I came a day early so I could meet you since my wedding day was your off day. You were just as sweet & helpful in person!

Lisa, you were a wonderful photographer! Our pictures were beautiful and the price for them was very affordable! You definitely knew what you were doing and made our wedding day so enjoyable. You were very helpful in making sure we looked just right for all of our pictures. Thanks!!

Last but not least, Reverend Dan. I was so pleased with the way you delivered our wedding vows with such ease and preciseness! You pronounced my name correctly which was a big fear of mine with you not knowing me! My whole family thought you were wonderful!

I have attached a couple photos for your website. Thanks again for making our remarriage such a memorable occasion. I will definitely recommend Chapel in the Glades to anyone and everyone I know who is getting married or wants to renew their vows.

Sharna & Eddie

 

I just wanted to send a letter of appreciation for the wonderful wedding experience I had recently with the Chapel in the Glades.  Denise was so extremely helpful with helping me plan everything.  I really didn't have to do anything.  Being from out of state, I was worried about how things would turn out or what exactly I needed to do before I came.  Denise handled everything for me and answered all of my questions and really helped ease my mind.  The chapel was beautiful and everything turned out wonderfully.
Kimberly
Hi Denise,
You made everything so easy in reserving our wedding.  We didn't have to worry about a thing because you took care of everything for us.  You supplied us with the maps we needed in order to obtain our license, and to make it to the resort and chapel.  I tell most everyone who will listen that I would marry my husband all over again, and I would use your services again as well!  The chapel is quaint and cozy in a beautiful mountain atmosphere.  Everything was quite romantic and I was pleased when I found you to be as charming in person as you were in your emails to me discussing the wedding plans.

Heather
Hi Denise,
I just realized that I have not sent the email that you requested asking me to tell about our wedding experience. So here goes...............
From the beginning what an experience!!!  It was everything that I thought it could be and then some.  The staff was there for me from booking the wedding day to walking down the aisle.  I have been asked by several people that if I could do my wedding over again would I get married at the Chapel in the Glades....I said most certainly!!
Our wedding was simple with it just being myself and my husband to be.  I believe that helped in the "no stress" factor.  The Chapel comes with everything booked for you.  You couldn't ask for a better Minister, Wedding Coordinator, and Photographer.  Denise confirmed all the arrangements by phone for the wedding and then she was there the day of the wedding to open the door for me to walk down the aisle.
The most cherished part was the pictures and video tape.  My husband and I will always hold them dear to our hearts.  I work in a salon and have shared my pictures with all of my clients.  They all have raved as to the appearance of the chapel, the smile on the Ministers face, and the quality of the pictures along with the different posses that were not just wedding posses.  The pictures have been shared with everyone that I have come in contact with and everyone loves them.
Again all I can say is "WHAT AN EXPERIENCE!"
It will be a day that I will always remember.  From the ceremony with my husband to the wonderful experience that I had with the staff!
 
Denise, You were definitely a pleasure to work with along with the Minister and hotographer.
 
Thank you for making our special day a day to remember!!!

Kimberly and Jeff
 
I just wanted to say thank you so much.  The wedding was beautiful! The reception was great and we loved the cottage.  We appreciate all you did.  You made our wedding day less stressful and absolutely beautiful.  I have already told one of my friends here at work about you all.  After seeing the pictures of the chapel and everything she is set on getting married in the Chapel in the Glades.
Leigha & Teague

Hello Denise,

                   I would just like to thank you guys so much for what you’ll did for us on our special day back in September - it will be our one year anniversary tomorrow and it feels like it was just yesterday that we were there getting ready to say I Do and share our special day with you guys. I would just like to say thank you and I would truly recommend you’ll to anyone that is thinking of getting married in Gatlinburg it was beautiful and you guys were great.   Thank you so much                  

                                Vanessa and Kenneth

 

 
Denise,
I want to thank you and the Chapel staff.  Everything was magical!  I was so calm and felt everything was handled perfectly. I booked the chapel because of you Denise.  You were so helpful, professional and honest.  You helped me pick the perfect package.  My pictures are wonderful!  Thank you.

Cori and Ron
We appreciate all your hard work and time with us preparing for our special day.  Everything was beautiful and the cake was the best we've ever eaten.  Lisa was a wonderful photographer and our pictures are superb.  Your chapel was so perfect and you made sure that nothing would ruin our day.  We will recommend you and the chapel to any of our friends that are planning to marry.  Thank you again for everything you did for us.
Martha & Ken
Our wedding ceremony at The Wedding Chapel in the Glades exceeded our expectations!! The staff was friendly, professional and organized, and the Minister performed a beautiful service.  Your chapel provided a gorgeous setting for the ceremony and photographs.  Thank you for making our special day unique.
Kelly & Charlie
We cannot thank you enough for making our wedding absolutely perfect!  You entire staff was wonderful to work with and made our wedding very personal.  The pictures are awesome!  From the time we arrived until we left, we were totally comfortable.  Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Philip & Becky

 

 

Our Chapel Staff

 

Denise Barry-Santiago
Wedding Consultant/Coordinato

Denise has been planning and coordinator weddings with our chapel for over eight years.  She has a BA in Communications and has won several customer service awards in the hospitality, sales and service industries.  Denise has a special ability to make your wedding planning worry-free. She recently became the Receptions Manager for our chapels.  In her spare time she enjoys dance as a hobby and along with her husband is an ardent dog lover.

 

Rev. Dan Saffelder
Minister/Manager
 

Rev. Dan has been our head Minister since our chapel opened in 1998.    Rev. Dan has been an ordained minister since 1980 and has served in churches as interim and associate pastoral positions and as Worship Leader.  He has enjoyed performing wedding ceremonies for thousands of couples over the years.  His most important couple is you, as he performs your ceremony.  Rev. Dan also manages the business affairs of our chapels and also serves as a wedding consultant when called upon.  His hobbies include flower gardening and landscaping that is often applied to our chapel grounds.

 

Patti Van Wagner
Photographer/Wedding Coordinator
 

 

 

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