The Wedding

 Father Bill Laughlin’s Saturday begins ominously at 6 a.m. with an unsettling call from the would-be bridegroom — insisting upon a meeting, immediately, with his ex-bride-to-be.

What follows is a confusion of misleading signage, misheard instructions, misguided guests, and misanthropic thoughts. The day tumbles and stumbles on, moved forward by armed threats from the would-be groom, liquor-fueled madness, and the energy and idiosyncrasies of ordinary parishioners.

It ends … well, as with life itself, you’ll see where it ends, and it will probably surprise you.

A fascinating glimpse into the life of a busy rectory, with enough twists and turns to leave you wanting to know how it is all going to end.
— Bishop Paul Martin, Christchurch, New Zealand

Like any profession, the Catholic priesthood has its maddening moments. Sometimes they’re concentrated into a single day — twenty-four hours of hilarity and intensity. This novel is one of those days. Prepare yourself for a wild ride to a surprising destination.
— David Scott, author, The Catholic Passion

All the humor and all the heroics of priestly life in one rollicking Saturday. A great read.
— Mike Aquilina, EWTN host