Marriage and Civil UnionsLove is about living in the moment and creating memories together. Whether the union is between a man and a woman or a same sex marriage, I would be honoured to be part of your special day. What can you expect?
First Contact:
- Website enquiry, email, phone call or text from you to let me know your exciting news
- Give a brief explanation of what you are wanting as a couple
- Preferred Marriage or Civil Union Venue, date and time
- Request a suitable time to meet
Response:
First Meeting:
- Establish rapport and get to know you as a couple
- Tell me about yourselves
- Identify your wishes - venue, date and time
- General overview
- Establish what has already been decided and organised
- Expectations of Celebrant from you as a couple
- Explaining creative design and initial exploring of ideas
- Contact details given and confirm identity of couple when necessary
Thinking stage:
- Time for both parties to think over discussions and see if there are any changes needed
Second Meeting:
- Putting it all together (There may be a need for more meetings)
- In depth planning - detail plus!
- Ceremony design and writing of the full ceremony by me as your Celebrant
- At this stage the rehearsal time and date are confirmed and the appropriate parties will have been advised of the need to attend the rehearsal
Rehearsal:
- This is an ideal opportunity for anyone giving a reading to have a practice. The music and/or sound systems must be checked for compatibility.
Ceremony:
- I will arrive early, usually 30-45 minutes before the bride to ensure all is well
- I will meet with your family and the Wedding party present.
- I will then conduct the Ceremony
- After the conclusion of the Ceremony I will remain for the initial integration stage and depart at an appropriate time
Follow Up:
- I will contact you with a phone call or visit to personally thank you both for the privilege of participating in your ceremony. I would love this opportunity to congratulate you on such a beautiful occasion and request two things from you in return:
- a written testimonial for my website to share your experience
- permission to add you to my database so we can keep in touch
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