The Basic Ceremony
Some couples don't need or want very much. With a Basic Ceremony, the couple chooses from three sets of vows and declarations that I provide. The ceremony takes 12-15 minutes. My presence is not required for the rehearsal. This package includes the filing of the marriage license within 5 days of the ceremony. The ceremony will have the following order:
Welcome and Introductory Remarks
Declaration of Intent
Vows
Ring Vows
Reading (optional)
Declaration of Marriage
Kiss
Introduction of the Couple
$350.00*
The Basic-Plus Ceremony
With this option, a couple can add some elements to the list above. You may select two of the following:
Another Reading
Blessing of the Hands
Candle Ceremony
Wine Ceremony
Handfasting Ceremony
A Prayer for the Couple
$400.00*
The Custom Ceremony
For couples who desire a deeper, more personal wedding, there is the Custom Ceremony. With this package, couples can include readings, unity rituals and blended family rituals, a personalized message from me, and special interfaith customs...all of the elements that make this ceremony just right for each couple. I research and write a personalized ceremony that complements the couple's unique style and story. This package includes a no-obligation discussion meeting, endless telephone and e-mail correspondence, a questionnaire and interview process, a draft and re-write of the ceremony, rehearsal, cue sheets for musicians, photographers and wedding planners, and the filing of the marriage license within 5 days of the ceremony. This ceremony includes all of the items listed in the Basic Ceremony, plus two items from the Basic-Plus package and all of the following:
A Personalized Message
Blended Family Rituals
Interfaith Customs
Cue Sheet for Musicians, Planners and/or Coordinators
$600.00*
*A fee of .50/mile will be charged for weddings beyond Morris, Sussex, Essex, Passaic, Bergen and Hudson counties in New Jersey.
I offer a reduced rate for
Custom Ceremony.