Father Christopher Richard
20 Krug Court, Loudonville, NY 12211
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Father Christopher Richard

 
 frcrichard@yahoo.com

518.859.5710
 
www.FrRichard.com

I am an Independent Catholic Priest, of the Old Catholic Church, who is available to Officiate at Catholic or Christian weddings in New York State (except NYC).

The wedding can take place at your home, a garden or park setting, a restaurant or banquet hall, or other on-site place of your choosing.

I accomidate those who do not belong to a specific church or denomination, but wish to have a wedding ceremony which is Blessed in the Eyes of God. Those who have been previously married are welcome.

I offer ceremonies that range from Basic Christian Marriage Ceremony to full Catholic Mass, with Exchange of Vows.

Frequently Asked Questions for Officiant
What officiant services do you provide?
Interfaith Ceremony, Single Religion Ceremony
 
What religious affiliations do you serve?
Christian (no denomination), Christian - Catholic
 
Can you accommodate the hearing impaired?
No
 
Are you willing to perform a ceremony at a non-religious site?
Yes. I Officiate your wedding "On-Site."
 
Are you flexible in the wording used throughout the ceremony, including the vows?
Yes. However, it must remain Christian.
 
Do you allow the couple to write their own vows, if desired?
Yes. I beleive this is a personal day, and the ceremony may be "personalized."
 
Do you have a list of readings pre-selected, from which the couple must choose?
Yes. These are scriptural readings. I also invite poems.
 
Do you require that premarital counseling be done?
Yes. I require to meet to meet with the couple as soon as possible to discuss the details of the ceremony. We the finalize the details about a week prior to the wedding.
 
Are you willing to perform pre-ceremony rehearsals?
Yes, if I am available. However, there is an additional small fee for this service

Additional Questions and Answers
What are the ceremony choices and fees?

Christian Non-Denominational, with Exchange of Vows. $250 - $300

Catholic, Non-Mass, with Exchange of Vows. $250 - $350

Full Catholic Mass, with Exchange of Vows. $300- $400

Note: I am willing to work with the couple for a ceremony and fee that fits their desires and budget.

As a Catholic Preist, will you marry someone who was previously married?

Yes. While we believe in the sanctity of marriage, we also understand that some marriages end in divorce. However, we also believe in the mercy of Christ. Therefore, we will gladly marry any who has been previously married, provided they are "Legally" divorced.