Tips for Choosing a Wedding Officiant
for The Ceremony of a Lifetime
Copyright Kim Kirkley 2002
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Wedding Day maybe the day you have dreamed about for many
years. One of the most important factors in making this the
day of your dreams is often an afterthought - Who will solemnize
your wedding ceremony?
A wedding is an extraordinary
event in our lives. It is one of the few occasions where we
get a chance to stand in the power of ritual and notice that
each of our lives has meaning, as love brings us all together.
Your love is framed by your wedding ceremony. These are the
moments you will recall long after you have been pronounced
"husband and wife." The breadth and tenor of the ceremony should hold the great expectations and intense emotions that characterize the love that has changed your life. Many people are coming to believe that their wedding ceremony should reflect and celebrate their distinct path to the altar and their hopes for the adventure that lies ahead. ( Weddings from the Heart , Daphne Rose Kingma)
A Celebrant wedding celebrates
the couple's journey toward love, their reasons for choosing
each other and their visions for the future. It is a way to
formally yet personally commemorate the uniqueness of your
relationship. Out of six billion people in the world, you have chosen this one above all others to share your life. By publicly celebrating the unique factors
that have brought the two of you together, your wedding becomes
an unforgettable experience for your guests too. The sincerity of a Celebrant ceremony resonates with the deepest parts of all of us.
It is important to engage your
officiant as early in the process as possible because, given
the opportunity, she can assist you with every aspect of your
wedding ceremony -- from selecting its location, to methods
for setting the tone you prefer, devising ways in which involved
individuals might participate, what readings might be included,
and even what the actual vows will be. Here are some questions
for you and your intended to consider as you make one of your
most important nuptial choices:
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- Will the officiant be able to convey the essence
of the bond shared by you and your beloved?
- Will you feel comfortable stating your preferences
to the officiant - even those which seem insignificant
or silly?
- Do you like the sound of the officiant's voice?
- Do you trust the officiant to inspire you and your
guests, as she honors the sanctity of your loving
union?
- Does the officiant perform interfaith or secular
weddings?
- Is the officiant willing to take the time to get
to know you and craft a personalized wedding ceremony
which celebrates your unique love story?
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 Kim Kirkley is an ordained Celebrant and non-denominational minister who delights in creating personalized wedding ceremonies. She can be reached via e-mail at Kim@kimkirkley.com
or 718.753.1993. Contact her today for your free introductory consultation.
Your Ceremony, Your Way
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