Your wedding minister/officiant is your direct link to planning your wedding ceremony. He/She will have certain duties to perform that are required by law, while other actions are performed to carryout your wishes.
Initial Interview
· Consultation
This is a get to know you session also. He/She will talk to you about what you see as your dream ceremony. Will go over your do and don’t list.
· Wedding Brochure
Explains wedding and rehearsal packages available
· Wedding workbook containing the following:
o Wedding Vows – examples of wedding vows if you choose not to write your own.
o Readings – examples of reading that you can include in your wedding ceremony
o Rituals – explanation of extra elements that can be added to the wedding ceremony. Example: Sand Ceremony, Unity Candle, etc.
· Information on how to get your marriage license
Once Hired
· A copy of wedding agreement for your files
· Availablility - Email and phone contact at any time
· Wedding literature/workbook to assist with wedding ceremony (if offered)
· Assistance with wedding rehearsal – wedding ceremony portion only. Officiant may speak with wedding planner and musicians if at wedding rehearsal.
After Wedding
· Filing of the marriage license according to county/state law
· A complimentary follow-up emails regarding your ceremony or getting a copy of your marriage license
Most officiants will perform the following rituals:
· Sand ceremony
· Unity candle
· Jumping the Broom
· Holy Communion
· Bread & Wine ceremony
· Rose Ceremony
· Family Vows
· Lasso Ceremony
