SOME OF THE SERVICES I OFFER
Weddings
Gay & Lesbian Marriage
Ceremonies
Anniversaries
Second Marriages
Baby Naming Ceremonies
Renewal of Vows
A signed
and personalized Certificate is my gift to you; beautiful and tangible
evidence of your Special Occasion.
WHEN
WE MEET
I invite
each couple to meet with me. As we get to know one another, I will learn
precisely how you wish to share and celebrate your marriage. Based on
the ceremonies I've created, my experience and my sense of deep caring,
I will make suggestions, offer many options and guide you through the
creation of your ceremony step by step.
From
the "Welcoming Address" to the "Final Presentation", you decide on every
word, participant and element that you wish to include. We will review
every single word together (You may breathe easily, for there is nothing
to memorize). Couples often love my ceremonies exactly as presented,
some add sentiments and ideas of their own. You may, of course, write
your own ceremony and I will be happy to guide you in doing so.
Ultimately
the final result will be your personal ceremony, a meaningful, unique
and graceful representation of your relationship and your marriage.
Many couples express relief that I do not simply "show up and read to
them from a book."
THE CEREMONY
This
is your wedding ceremony. It is the manifestation of your dreams and
your visions.
I co-ordinate
the many details often expected of a wedding planner, working very easily
with family members, musicians, banquet managers and photographers.
I believe that every aspect of your ceremony is important: My attention
to detail will help to keep you focused and in the moment.
INCLUDE THOSE OPTIONS THAT MEAN THE MOST TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES
- Candle lighting:
A beautiful way to visually express the joining of two people and the
radiance of their Love. All will see that your union is a combination
of your unique and individual lights as you symbolically form the new
and greater flame that is your marriage and your relationship. This
may very well be one of your favorite photos.
- Offering
of Readings: An opportunity to honor and include selected friends
and family in an important role.
- Wine
(or juice) exchange: An ancient marriage custom, which will symbolically
portray your commitment to share all that the future may bring.
- Presentation
of Flowers: A moving declaration to honor parents and/or other loved
ones. This touching ritual expresses the belief of many cultures,
demonstrating that
marriage is the joining of not only two people, but of two families.
- Celebrating
the new Family: Whether very young or grown, your children and grandchildren
may participate in this emotionally expressive opportunity to display
love and joining. "Your lives are blended into one, just as the waters
of separate rivers are mingled when they come together to form a much
greater one."
- Blessings,
Prayers and Vows: I offer many contemporary, traditional or biblical
choices for you to incorporate into your very own unique and personal
ceremony.
"Please
join your hearts in Love and Celebration"
Everyone
will feel comfortable and included in an atmosphere of invitation and
intimacy. Your guests are much more than observers, they are participants.
Although they may not have heard these particular words before, the
words and the love in the room will embrace them and feel familiar
to them. This is a Loving ceremony. All will feel the most profound
sense of joy as you exchange words of depth and beauty so true and perfect
for you.
I am
available to perform your ceremony at a Reception Hall, private home,
beach, park, garden, sanctuary, or almost anywhere you would like to
begin your lives together. I will be happy to offer suggestions for
lovely and unique wedding sites including beautiful, non-denominational
chapels.
I am
also available to perform your ceremony within within 24 hours of filing
your marriage application at the Town Clerk's Office at my peaceful
and lovely home on Long Island. You may, of course, choose a civil or
religious ceremony. For further details: email weddings@interfaithceremonies.com
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