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Your Wedding Ceremony should be an enjoyable event from start to finish. It is a time of joy and celebration.
There are many ways to bring new life to a traditional wedding ceremony.
We can include aspects of a traditional ceremony that is important to you, and add new idea's that fit your personalities.
We can eliminate parts that are not important or do not have relevant meaning to you.
We will find the right words that are meant for you!
You will know when it fits like a glove. You will feel it is perfect for you!
No two couples are alike and no two ceremonies should be alike either!
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Thanks Sharon for sharing your services at the recent wedding here in our garden! Your enthusiasm and energy was beyond compare and the couple could not have been happier with your ceremony and all the special touches you added just for them! We look forward to working with you again.
Alafia Ceremonies LLC is such a joy to work with. She offers a fantastic variety of packages to suit the needs of any bride, making your wedding planning a breeze. I look forward to working with Sharon of Alafia Ceremonies LLC on a regular basis and hope you will consider her for your ceremony.
Frequently Asked Questions for Officiant
What officiant services do you provide?
Civil Union, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-religious Ceremony, Single Religion Ceremony
What religious affiliations do you serve?
Christian (no denomination), Christian - Anglican, Christian - Baptist, Christian - Catholic, Christian - Episcopalian, Christian - Lutheran, Christian - Methodist, Christian - Presbyterian, Jewish
Can you accommodate the hearing impaired?
No
Are you willing to perform a ceremony at a non-religious site?
Yes, Any Place of your Choice within Florida
What is your attire for the ceremony?
We allow you to determine our attire based on your preference. Informal, formal or clergy robe
Are you flexible in the wording used throughout the ceremony, including the vows?
Yes, we provide sample ceremonies for each couple to review and get idea's from. We also provide samples of of wording for customization. ie: memorial, handfasting, sand ceremony, ceremony with children & several others
Do you allow the couple to write their own vows, if desired?
Yes, You may write your own vows or use our standard vows, or simply speak from the heart without anything pre-written!
Do you have a list of readings pre-selected, from which the couple must choose?
We offer suggestions and have examples of readings and poems. We encourage every couple to have a ceremony unique to them and not a dog & pony show!
How long are your ceremonies?
This depends entirely on the couple and the ceremony we have designed. Generally the average ceremony is no more than 20 minutes
Do you require that premarital counseling be done?
No, As an adult that is your choice if you wish to partake in premarital counseling. The State of Florida offers a course at the time you obtain your marriage license as an option for couples.
Are you willing to perform pre-ceremony rehearsals?
Yes, we offer professionally conducted rehearsals. There is information on our website which includes detailed information to determine if a rehearsal is right for your type of ceremony.
Do you supply a sound system?
No, we have found the portable microphones and sound systems are poor in quality. Feedback and picking up transmissions from nearby cell phones and radio's can be a problem. Generally the DJ or music provider carries a mic for the Officiant which produces much better quality and the DJ can control the volume.
Additional Questions and Answers
Do You Provide Elopement and Short Notice Ceremonies?
Yes, We are available 7 days a Week
What payments do you accept? Credit cards, PayPal, Cash, Personal Checks, Money Orders
Do you supply decorations?
Yes we have packages available that include the Officiant Service, Wedding Arch, flowers, photographers. Small and Large packages available for every budget
What type of Ceremonies do you perform?
We perform Civil, Secular, Non-Denominational, Interfaith, Pagan, Theme Ceremonies, Non-Traditional Ceremonies
What is a Non-Traditional Ceremony?
Non-Traditional Ceremonies are the lastest trend going! The Modern Couple no longer wants ceremonies of their parents & grandparents. They understand their wedding is about them and for them. They want something that fits their personalities, desires, dreams. Casual layback, beach, parks, barns, where you met, bookstores, zoo’s and backyards. Gone are the standard wedding vows, gone is the standard ceremony. Hand Blessings, Hand Fasting, God’s Knot are in. Your own vows from your heart, Poems that may be taken for a love card you received, Processional music can be your favorite song, Traditional White Wedding Gown gone is not your only option! Soft flowing beach gowns, sundresses, your favorite color gown, black gowns, cream color gowns, flowers or wreath of flowers in your hair, barefoot, sandals, Grooms in casual tan pants, white shirts, barefoot or sandals. Picnic’s in the park, garden weddings, wedding ceremony and reception all in one location, no more driving around town from place to place. Gone is the day of bias. The couple of today do not care if the officiant is male or female! They want an officiant who can deliver a beautiful, unique ceremony suited for them. They understand every generation has created their own tradition and now it is their turn.
What does the Officiant Wear?
It is your choice of the following: Black Pant Suit white blouse, Black Pant Suit cream blouse, Minister Robe, casual for outdoor summer, beach, casual weddings.
Do You Offer Discounts?
Yes, with today's economy every couple is looking for discounts and deals! We understand that. Our website has deals, discounts, gift certificates, refer a friend all for you to save money! Packages are also available!
Tips and Advice
Whats Hot? Non-Traditional Weddings are the latest trend. Ask anyone in Hollywood! A Non-Traditional Wedding is anything but your grandmothers wedding. Couples today want to enjoy their wedding. Its all about them. Their wants, needs, desires.
Location's: The Non-Traditional takes place anywhere the couple feels like having their wedding. Beaches, Parks, Gardens, Pole Barns, Amusement Parks, Bookstores, Hot Air Balloons, Sailboats and even the Zoo. Couples will have their ceremony and reception all in one location. No running around all day with the guests tagging along behind. Not the Non-Traditional Bride. Generally where the ceremony takes place the reception will follow. This is also a great way to save money.
Couples seek out venue's that match their personalities. Often they will choose a location that is important to them. Where they met, first kissed, or got engaged.
Their wedding ceremonies are anything but traditional. They don't want long monotone ceremonies. They want ceremonies that are unique, different, keep their guests interested, 15-20 ceremonies. No long sermons for them. The Non-Traditional Ceremony includes many different options. The common sand ceremony & unity candle ceremony are still added but they are looking for different & more options. They want to take part in writing their ceremony.
Friends or Family may sing, read a poem, or they may read, sing or play an instrument themselves!.
Vow's: Grandma had standard vow's, then couple's began writing their own vow's. Now it has taken another leap. Couple's today are talking from the heart. No written and prepared vow's. They speak directly from the heart. It is very beautiful I must say. Not long a few sentences will do.
Traditional Bridal Gown's are not often seen on the Non-Tradtional Bride. They want comfort and beauty. Flowing soft beach gowns, colorful gowns of their favorite color, black gowns, Sundresses, flowers in their hair, barefoot or sandal's, for the amusement park bride it may be shorts.
Giving the Bride away is also a thing of the past for the Non-Tradtional Bride. No more who gives this bride to this man! Property they are not. Simply the father or escort will kiss the bride, shake hands with the groom join them together and take a seat.
Flowers and Bouquets: Flowers & bouquets are unique and creative also. A single Flower, Wild Flowers, Kissing Ball, Hand-Tied flowers are the most common.
Receptions generally are more lay back and enjoyable. Yes the traditional first dance has survived, and the wedding cake but that is where it ends. The formal sitdown dinners have been replaced by simple food, help yourself, and finger foods.
The Non-Traditional Couples of today are making their own traditions, their own memories, their own way.
If You are a Non-Traditional Couple and want a unique Non-Traditional Wedding, Contact Us or visit our website, we love thinking outside of the box and love assisting the Non-Traditional Couple. We have never Officiated two ceremonies the same. No two couples are the same, therefore no two ceremonies should be either. The ceremony should be a reflection of the two love birds.
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