Regarding fees for officiating and planning a Wedding Ceremony, first off, let me state that as a Wedding Officiant I will not be your least expensive choice. Then again, I probably won't be the most expensive either. However, as a couple getting married; with all that you've been through to get to your wedding day, and knowing that your wedding ceremony is scheduled to be the pinnacle of it all... Are you really going to choose your Officiant based on their fee alone?

"The Officiant you choose will play a lead role
in one of the most significant days of your life"

My advice, to any couple creating their wedding day celebration, is that if you want choices book early. Book an Officiant you are comfortable with; someone who connects with you and can support your vision of the actual wedding ceremony. And, never ever wait until the last minute to book the person who will have a lead role in one of the most significant days of your life!

For a meaningful wedding ceremony, there is a lot more to crafting and officiating than just showing up and reading a prewritten script. I know that building a trusting relationship with each couple, and a well directed rehearsal of the ceremony is the key to creating an engaging environment for your guests, and a chance for you to shine, as a couple, in front of the people that mean so much to you, that you invited them to share in your celebration!

My wedding production fees are never based on the number of elements incorporated into your ceremony and the number of attendants, or persons in the wedding party (which may include family, friends, children and pets).

Peter and Katy

Chris and Heidi

I am available to meet with couples for a no-obligation initial consultation. When we meet you can share what you have in mind for your ceremony, I will walk you through the content of a ceremony and offer feedback and direction to help you put it all together.

* Fees: For gatherings of up to 200 people, my fees range from $350-$550 to prepare and perform a wedding ceremony. For gatherings of more than 200 people and popular holidays (Valentine's Day, Halloween, New Year's Eve, etc.), fees may be slightly higher. Service fees cover the overall actual time required to plan, script, communicate and coordinate all the elements of your ceremony with you. Then rehearse it, and ultimately perform it on your wedding day. I always work to insure that my fee offers great value to you as a couple; my experience as a special event producer makes me a great resource to any couple planning their wedding day celebration. I will quote a fee at our initial consultation and you can decide at that meeting, or within a few days if I'm the Officiant for you. I am always happy to provide references.

Small Wedding Ceremony: Gatherings of 40 or less may be eligable for a fee reduction.
Elopement-style Ceremony: Gatherings of 12 or less. Are available for a reduced fee. Bookings are based on availability at time of contact.
Destination Weddings: Fees are negotiable, however, at minimum you will be responsible for travel, per dium and lodging expenses.
Optional Day of Event Services: Master of Ceremony, minimum fees apply.

Terms: To confirm a date requires a deposit equal to 50% of the agreed fee. Fees include filing all relevant legal documents, by USPS certified mail with the county clerk and having a state certified copy of your Marriage License sent to you. Fees Effective 01/01/09. Subject to change without notice.

“Gravitation can not be held responsible for people falling in love.”
~Albert Einstein, Humanist~