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I perform interfaith and humanist weddings, encouraging the couple to have an active part in fashioning the ceremony. We try to meet at least twice.There is no cost or obligation for the first meeting. I have a Master's in Pastoral counseling and I am certified as a marriage counselor.

Frequently Asked Questions for Officiant
What officiant services do you provide?
Interfaith Ceremony, Non-religious Ceremony, Single Religion Ceremony
 
What religious affiliations do you serve?
Baha'i Faith, Buddhist, Christian (no denomination), Christian - Catholic, Christian - Episcopalian, Christian - Lutheran, Christian - Methodist, Christian - Presbyterian, Christian - Quaker, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim, Shinto
 
Can you accommodate the hearing impaired?
Yes
 
Are you willing to perform a ceremony at a non-religious site?
Absolutely. In fact, most of my weddings are at non-religious sites.
 
Are you flexible in the wording used throughout the ceremony, including the vows?
I am completely flexible. I strongly believe that it is the bride and groom's wedding and not mine.
 
Do you allow the couple to write their own vows, if desired?
Yes.It frequently happens in my wedding ceremonies.
 
Do you have a list of readings pre-selected, from which the couple must choose?
Yes, I have a 15 page booklet that the couple can choose from.
 
Do you require that premarital counseling be done?
I do some light counseling in the course of two meetings. I do have a Master's degree in counseling and am certified to do pre-marital counseling so that more extended counseling, which is optional can be provided.
 
Are you willing to perform pre-ceremony rehearsals?
Yes, I do perform rehearsals.

Additional Questions and Answers

I feel strongly that the marriage couple should choose an officiant with whom they are comfortable. They should definitely meet with the officiant before making any decision. The experience and flexibility of the officiant are essential.

Tips and Advice

The wedding ceremony will be the most important part of one of the most important days of your life. You should never choose a wedding officiant until you have met with the officiant. Only after the meeting and, perhaps in the privacy of your home, should you make the decision. There should be no cost or obligation for the first meeting. and you should expect it to last at least an hour and in a place where you can speak freely. When you first talk with the officiant by phone, you should ask about  the officiant's background and how much freedom you will have in shaping your ceremony. Only after these questions, should you ask for the price of the services. The cheapest officiant will not always be the best one.