03/07/2024
ALL THE DETAILS for officiating a wedding
How do we get started?
You email/text me and set an appointment to meet. I am available to officiate in the Myrtle Beach area and surrounding towns outside of Horry County, just ask. I plan most consultations in the Myrtle BeachSC area or places out of town up to 20 minutes of travel time. If you are out of town, we can meet by in person, by a phone conversation or by FaceTime. We design the perfect ceremony for you. We agree on a date and time. You give me a deposit to reserve the date on my calendar. It’s pretty easy.
What information do you need?
I need to know the specific DATE, TIME and LOCATION of your wedding in order to see if I’m available. Please leave that on the message when you email me at [email protected] or by calling with your info.
How much do you charge?
My fee for a local wedding is $ 150 total, with a $50 non-refundable deposit due upon booking. It will be more if it is farther away and may be less for last minute or midweek weddings.
What does the fee for ceremony include?
*At the beginning there will be a consultation either in person at a chosen location made prior in agreement by both Officiant and couple or you may choose to do this meeting by phone. During this time we will discuss all questions and details that you may have. I will work with you by giving you ideas to make your wedding day complete. (Unity candles, sand ceremony, wine ceremonies-wine blending...one of my new favorites)
*During the time before your wedding I will send you a copy of the ceremony by email for your approval or to make any changes. I will be available by email, phone, and text to address any changes or to add to your ceremony; whatever is needed to make your wedding day special.
*There will be one final consultation after we finalize the ceremony. This meeting can be done in person as we did during our initial consultation or by phone. During this time you will receive a final copy of your ceremony.
*Rehearsal Time day before the wedding can be added for an additional fee. If you need me to be at rehearsal, this can be arranged for an extra fee of $50 If you have chosen this option I will arrive 30 minutes prior to rehearsal.
*On the wedding day I will arrive 45 minutes prior to the start time of your ceremony.
*Please advise in our first consultations what you would like me (the officiant) to wear. (Robe and stole, Suit, or Casual wear to fit your surroundings of your wedding ceremony)
*One of the most important things of the day will be to sign your marriage license. Your license can be given to me the night of rehearsal if you have chosen for me to be there or should be given to me upon arrival on the wedding day. Two witnesses names should be given to me as well so that the signing can take place.
*I am available for photos before the wedding as well as immediately following the ceremony.
Do you offer discounts?
I offer discounts for midweek weddings and last minute bookings if I don’t have anything else going on. Email me to check for details.
Do you come to rehearsal?
Typically I don’t need to come to rehearsal. Wedding coordinators run the show. We will have met by this time and you will have an outline of my part. The rehearsal is mainly for the people walking in to know where to stand. If you need me to be at rehearsal, this can be arranged for an extra fee of $50.
How long is the average wedding?
15-20 minutes is the basic time once it gets started. If we add extra things like readings, songs, unity candles or sand, wine blending, etc. it takes a little longer, but never over 30 minutes.
Do you do weddings outside the Myrtle Beach, SC /Horry County areas?
Yes, as long as they are within a 30 minute drive.
It is an additional fee for travel time and expense after 30 miles. Usually that is $25 if is in an adjacent county. It doesn’t hurt to ask.
Are you an ordained minister?
Yes. I have been in ministry for over 20 years.
Do you know a good venue, florist, someone for music (my wife is a wonderful pianist and we have a friend who is a harpist), photographer, cake place, etc?
Yes. I work with many great professionals.
More Questions? Email me at [email protected] or call/text me at 919-725-5201