What officiant services do you provide?
Interfaith Ceremony, Non-religious Ceremony, Single Religion Ceremony
What religious affiliations do you serve?
Buddhist, Christian (no denomination), Christian - Baptist, Christian - Catholic, Christian - Episcopalian, Christian - Lutheran, Christian - Methodist, Christian - Presbyterian, Jewish, Muslim
Can you accommodate the hearing impaired?
No
Are you willing to perform a ceremony at a non-religious site?
Yes, we perform weddings at the beach, parks, private homes, reception sites, and anywhere else you can think of. If you need some ideas just call us.
Are you flexible in the wording used throughout the ceremony, including the vows?
Every ceremony is written just for the couple being married. Each ceremony is different according to the wishes of the couple
Do you allow the couple to write their own vows, if desired?
Absolutely. I will help them if they need it. Just tell me what you would like to say and I will put it into beautiful words for you. I will also check your vows if you want to keep them secret from each other to make sure they are similar in length and feeling.
Do you have a list of readings pre-selected, from which the couple must choose?
We have a large variety of readings from which to choose, but we are also open to anything the couple presents to us for a reading. We can alter them to better suit the occasion if necessary.
Do you require that premarital counseling be done?
No. Although I have an advanced degree in counseling and would certainly be available should they want it.
Are you willing to perform pre-ceremony rehearsals?
No. I would have to charge extra for it and it is not really necessary. Our couples get their ceremonies in advance of the big day and can familiarize themselves with it. We arrive early to go over with the couple how they want the processional to go and then we get them all arranged before the music starts. When they get to the front, Rev. Ted tells them with gestures where to stand in case they forgot. The words of the ceremony guide the couple through the rest of it. It's not all that complicated and rehearsals tend to get everyone nervous and are counter productive. We have never had a problem with a ceremony done without a rehearsal.