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I am a non-denominational wedding officate.  I do, I DO’s. I currently officiate ceremonies in the states of Maryland and Pennsylvania I offer several services that are too numerous to mention here, but as a brief overview here are the basics: 

I charge a  fee of $375 within  a 25 mile radius from my location.  Outside this radius I charge .50 for each mile.  
I will come to a location that is more than 1 hour away, but if an over night stay is required,  I will need a hotel so I can accomodate you and your wedding needs. 
A $125 deposit holds your date. 
My fee includes research on cultural, social and spiritual ideas, booking and holding your date and of course the ceremony. 
If you are active duty military or getting ready to deploy please ask me about a discount, I am retired military and I always give a discount as a way of thanking you for your service. 
Rehearsals are an option I strongly recommend if you have more than 4 people involved in your wedding.  I charge $75 to help you with your rehearsal (this fee will increase in 2010 so book now!)  If you choose not to rehearse, I can provide a rehearsal guide that will at least get you to think about what you need to pay attention to.   

Meeting you and your fiancee to get your vision of your ceremony is essential.  Vows are prepared based on what you’ve told me.  A draft is emailed to you for your approval and together we work to get the words and the emotional elements appropriate for your ceremony to be memoriable.  I will meet with you as many times as necessary.  Phone calls and emails are unlimited.  

On the day of your ceremony, if you don’t have an event planner, I now work with a couple of event planners that can help you with your special day at a very resonable rate.  If not, I will help to direct your guests to the right spot,  I will make sure everyone turns off their phones, everyone is in place and the guests stand when the bride enters the room.  I will ensure you get through your vows; I’ve been told I’m a "force of calm".  I am also available for a blessing prior to sitting down to eat at your reception. 

I work with several other officiates, just in case I have a family emergency, you will be taken care of at no extra charge and no drama. 

Please consider me your resource for all of your wedding needs. 

 I am also available for baby blessings, new business blessings and funerals

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Your Day Your Way!	I partially planned and coordinated a wedding for a bride and groom who lost their officiant a couple months prior to the wedding. They chose Weddings by Sandy to perform their ceremony and Sandy stepped in and provided the ideal wedding ceremony for them. They were very happy with her service and so was I! Sandy has a great personality and works with the bride and groom to give them their very own personalized ceremony. I recommend her for any bride and groom who are looking for an officiant to perform their ceremony.
All Ways Yours Wedding Ministries	I have been in contact with Sandy through our mutual membership in the My Heart is Yours Ministry. Through our conversations, I've always found her to be thoughtful, knowledgeable and open-minded and I'm happy to endorse her and her services!
Britton Events and Services	Sandy at Wedding by Sandy was the officiant at a wedding we coordinated this summer! Also, this was the first officiant that prepared a ceremony idea booklet with the client which I thought was a great help with the ceremony to help the rehearsal and ceremony run smoother. Thanks Sandy!
Sweet Dreams Studio	Thank you for allowing us to be part of your network. We look forward to building a beautiful relationship with you in the near future! JB Yong Photographer - www.SweetDreamsStudio.com
Savvy Soirées Event Management Company	Sandy Bearden is a very personable, multi-talented, patient and professional person, who I had the pleasure of meeting and working closely with in March 2008 at a Women’s Entrepreneurial Expo. Sandy provided with me a wealth of information pertaining to the various ceremonies that she conducts and detailed steps as to how to customize your wedding vows (which is very beneficial to my clients). To put the icing on the cake, Sandy conducted an actual ceremony at the Expo, which was truly a huge treat for fellow exhibitors and visitors. I look forward to working with Sandy in future and I would recommend Weddings by Sandy to any of my clients who require her services for their special soirée!
Tina's Creative Touch Wedding Planners	Sandy is always a joy to work with and will take care of everything in a professional manner.
Fashion Jewelry For Everyone	Thumbs up!
Heather Kotoks Ceremonies	Sandy has been an associate for some time now. Her warmth and attention to providing assistance with creating couples wedding ceremonies has given me joy. I highly recommend requesting Sandy for your wedding day!
Savvy Soirées Event Management Company	Sandy Bearden is a very personable, multi-talented, patient and professional person, who I had the pleasure of meeting and working closely with in March 2008 at a Women’s Entrepreneurial Expo. Sandy provided me with a wealth of information pertaining to the various ceremonies that she conducts and detailed steps as to how to customize your wedding vows (which is very beneficial to my clients). To put the icing on the cake, Sandy conducted an actual ceremony at the Expo, which was truly a huge treat for fellow exhibitors and visitors. I look forward to working with Sandy in future and I would recommend Weddings by Sandy to any of my clients who require her services for their special soirée!
A Pampered Affair	Fantastic Professional to work with. Keeps you utmost in mind. Caring, sharing and a great listener. A must at every wedding!

Is the officiate available on the date you have selected?   Ask me and you will know. 

Does he or she seem genuinely interested in you as a couple and is he or she willing to assist you with the creation of the vows and ceremony you’ve always wanted? I work really hard to listen and understand exactly what you want and need.

Is the officiate able to travel to your site.  Maybe-definately up to 25 miles, after that we will need to negotiate. 

If you haven’t yet selected a site, can the officiate assist with site selection?  Yes I have lots of vendor contacts 

Does the officiate charge a standard fee? Yes  I have a fee schedule, contact me for details

What does this fee cover? My fee covers everything up to 25 mile radius from my location.  This includes my inital consultation with the couple, writing the ceremony, doing research, providing you with ideas for your ceremony so it is personalized just for you, a rehearsal guide, if you don't want to pay for me to be at your rehearsal, and of course signing your legal paperwork and performing the ceremony.  

Do they require a signed contract and deposit?  Yes, I have a contract and I require a deposit to hold your date.  I ask you to agree to a few things and understand what the laws require.

Why does he/she perform the type of service that they do?  I love what I do, I like making people happy and I acutally enjoy public speaking.  I love watching the bride come down the aisle.  It is the perfect occupation for me.

  

Does the vendor have samples, referrals, or testimonials of their work? Yes, see my website, or ask me and I will provide referrals.  I also created a Ceremony Idea Booklet, yours free if you book your services with me.  This booklet allows you to create a ceremony that is unique and special, just like you.