Nancy, The rule of thumb is to wait six months before writing to the priest a second time. However, get that letter out soon as Advent and the Christmas holidays will be here soon and the priest won't have any time for look-ups. Debbie Nancy Scott wrote: > Thanks everyone for your advice. I have started composing my letter and will have it ready to go on Tuesday. > > Barbara do you remember how long it took before receiving a response? I was wondering how long to await a response or assume my request is being ignored. > > I certainly hope that the Parish Father in Lipno will respond and I will get the marriage record of my grandparents. > > If and when it comes I will be dancing around the house!!!!! > > Nancy >