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HOW TO OFFICIATE A WEDDING

LEARN IN A WAY THAT WORKS FOR YOU!

Self Taught Prep Guide

This option is for you because you’re a self-starter!

 

Now you’ve been asked to officiate a wedding and you’re psyched to dive right in! With a timeline to stick to, it's best to cut through all the internet clutter and get exactly what you need in one easy-to-follow prep guide, walking you through how to officiate a wedding with ease!

You’ll receive our PDF Prep Guide that shows you how to officiate a wedding from start to finish, including:

  • Outline of a Basic & Enhanced Ceremony

  • Ceremony Writing Tips

  • Love Story Questionnaire

  • Ceremony Script Template

  • Wedding Day Tips

  • Wedding Day Checklist

Shelley Armatino and Kathy Vass, Officiant Coaches

1-on-1 Officiant Coaching

A blend of do-it-yourself materials with some personal guidance.

 

Even the most committed self-starters could use a little help. By booking a zoom session with one of our Officiant Coaches you'll be able to get any questions answered after you've reviewed the entire Prep Guide.​

In this option:

  • Officiant Pre Guide PDF

  • 40 min live zoom with one of our professional officiant coaches

  • Ask questions

  • Get feedback on your script

  • Share details about your couple and get love story writing ideas

  • Discuss possible rituals or unity ceremonies that could work
     

After the call, the coach will:

  • Send a recap/feedback email

  • Follow-up before your wedding to make sure you’re good to go!

Man officiates a beach wedding for his friends.

LIVE Officiant Workshops & Events

For a fun and immersive experience learning with other officiants just like you, we hold various workshops and events throughout the year. 

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Diagram for planning a wedding recessional
A list used to gather all the instagram tags to credit the wedding vendors that worked on a particular wedding.

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