Basic Ceremony...a short & sweet, budget-priced ceremony for you and your guests
If you're planning a wedding, commitment ceremony or vow renewal that includes guests, a processional/recessional and music, and simply want the basics included in your wedding ceremony, then this might be the perfect solution for you.
This affordable, beautifully-worded, pre-written ceremony (in your choice of religious or non-religious wording) lasts approximately 12-15 minutes (exclusive of your processional time) and includes the following:
Processional
Opening words (also known as the greeting)
Statement of Intention (the "I do's")
Vows
Exchange of rings
Signing of the marriage license
Final blessing
Pronouncement of the couple as husband and wife (followed by a kiss!)
Recessional
You will consult briefly with your officiant beforehand via phone and email and he or she will help you put together your processional order and other details of your ceremony. Prior to the wedding day, your officiant will email you a detailed, personalized ceremony script. We'll also schedule a 15-20 minute phone call a few weeks before the wedding to go over the script and answer any questions you might have. Your officiant will always be available via telephone and email to answer handle any ceremony-related issues.
On your wedding day, your officiant will arrive 20 minutes prior to the start of your ceremony, line up your wedding party and ensure that they get down the aisle in fine style. We'll also use that time to coordinate with your musicians and photographer to make sure everything runs smoothly.
Basic Ceremony Includes:
Your choice of pre-written non-religious or religious ceremony in the setting of your choice
Pre-wedding phone and email consultation
Written script of your ceremony
Unlimited number of guests
Performing of ceremony by one of Lyssabeth's wedding officiants
Arrival of officiant 20 minutes prior to start of ceremony
Filing of license
What's not included
The Basic Ceremony provides for telephone and email consultations only. An in-person meeting is not necessary for this level of service. If you desire a highly customized ceremony, or wish to meet with your officiant in person prior to the ceremony, then we suggest our Classic Custom Ceremony.
Pricing for the Basic Ceremony begins at $250. Actual price depends on location and/or any changes/additions to the ceremony inclusions listed above. Please fill out the inquiry form below, or call us (see top of page for your local number). We just need a few details to quote you a firm price and we'll get back to you promptly.