Ceremonies
We provide a variety of ceremonies including elopement ceremonies, traditional ceremonies, customized ceremonies, LGBTQ ceremonies, beach ceremonies, sunrise and sunset ceremonies, and other unique ceremonies.
If you wish to have a brief ceremony to marry the love of your life, I can make it happen. No matter how small a ceremony, I believe it should be meaningful and memorable. So, if city hall, your apartment, or a backyard is where you want to wed, let’s do this. $175 includes a small, traditional ceremony within 30 miles of Bristol, CT, and the signing and filing of the marriage license.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Elopement or Sign and Go Ceremony For when you want something simple yet elegant. A brief exchange of vows and the officiant signs the marriage certificate. | $200 |
| Traditional Ceremony If you’re looking for something familiar and timeless. Traditional vows and a ring exchange bring you together forever. No need for customization. | $300 |
| Customized Ceremony A ceremony that truly reflects your special feelings towards one another. Traditional or personal vows, or a combination, including a ring exchange. One special item may be included. | $450 |
What is included in our services?
All ceremonies include an in-person or virtual initial consultation between the minister and the couple. Upon mutual completion of the contract, unlimited email, phone, text and video calls are available to finalize the ceremony. Upon completion of the ceremony, the officiant will sign and date the marriage license. He will also file the license with the municipality on the next business day.
A non-refundable booking fee of $50 is required at the time of contract to hold the date for the couple.
New Officiant Coaching
If you plan to have a friend or loved one perform the ceremony but would like them to take the proper actions to craft and perform the ceremony, a one hour coaching session is available.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| One hour amateur coaching session John will meet with the amateur officiant to coach them on getting ordained, crafting the ceremony, performing the ceremony and making sure the legalities are met. | $75 |
Travel & Rehearsals
Travel within the first 50 miles from Bristol, CT is included in the price of the ceremony. Travel beyond 50 miles is an additional fee. Attendance at rehearsals is not required, but if you opt to have the officiant attend the rehearsal there is an additional fee. The officiant reserves the right to waive the travel fee.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Travel 51 miles to 100 miles Travel beyond 50 miles but up to 100 miles requires a fee. We are currently offering a special where travel is included in the fee. | $35 |
| Travel over 100 Miles This fee will depend on the distance of the travel and will be determined at the time of the contract. | TBD |
| Attendance at Wedding rehearsal If the couple opts for the officiant to attend the rehearsal, there is a fee. We are currently offering a special where attendance at the rehearsal is included in the fee, if the officiant is available to attend the rehearsal. | $50 |
Additional items
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Specialties Specialties include glass breaking, broom jumping, hand fasting, unity candles, sand ceremonies, etc. One speciality is included in the Customized Ceremony but others are an additional fee. | $20 |
| Audio Equipment At this time, the officiant does not provide sound equipment. | NA |
| Destination Weddings The officiant may be available for a destination wedding but the fees are negotiable based on logistics. | TBD |