When you meet with a potential wedding officiant, it’s important that the three of you discuss expectations up front. Below is a list of questions every bride and groom should ask when choosing an officiant.
1. Is the officiant available on your wedding day?
2. Does the officiant charge a fee? Is the fee a donation?
3. If you’re having a religious wedding, do you have to be a member of their church?
4. How long as the officiant been performing weddings?
5. Is there a dress code?
6. Are there any restrictions on the type of music that can be played?
7. Is the officiant open to personalized vows, readings, poems or music?
8. Does the officiant have a sample of the vows he/she typically uses that he/she can show you?
9. Is the officiant available for the rehearsal?
10. If both the bride and groom’s faiths will be represented in the ceremony, is the officiant comfortable working with another officiant from a different faith?
11. Can the photographer take pictures inside the ceremony venue?
12. Does your officiant prefer premarital counseling?
13. Do you need to bring your marriage license to the ceremony?
Monday, October 27, 2008
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