Question 1

How long have you been in business?

Accepted Answer

I was ordained in 2018. During covid wedding did not happen, however since 2022 I have been extremely busy, doing over 55 weddings a year while working at my full time job with a school district.

Question 2

Can we personalize our ceremony?

Accepted Answer

You certainly can. I encourage it. I like to create fully custom scripts unique to you. I love to tell your story through your introduction. Allow everyone to get to know you both, how did you meet and how did you get engaged. I want people to feel relaxed and part of your day.

Question 3

Do you do rehearsals? Is that included in your cost?

Accepted Answer

I can certainly be a part of your rehearsal, however that is an additional price. I do like to connect with the wedding coordinator and find out how they like to conduct rehearsals and how they work with officiants in attendance at the rehearsal. This is a collaborative effort. We both want you to be comfortable and feeling good about how your day will go.

Question 4

Will you help me write vows? what do i say in a ring exchange?

Accepted Answer

I have you covered. In my welcome email to you, I created a series of helpful documents giving you many suggestions on vows exchanges, ring exchanges and readings. I have a plethora of ideas.

Question 5

Do you stay in touch with us?

Accepted Answer

I am different than most officiants. I keep in touch with you every month with texts asking how you are, is there anything I can do to help you, or sometimes it is just letting you know that I am thinking of you and maybe even send you a funny pic of my choc lab Tank to make you laugh.

Question 6

Do you offer guidance with the marriage license process?

Accepted Answer

I sure do. During our initial call, I discuss the wedding licenses in details depending on the state you are getting married in. I also offer 2 month and 1 month reminders to help you remember to get the license. At the final call, I ask if you want me to mail the license off or if you will drop it back off, in which time, you can get your registered copies of your license.

Question 7

Do you have other reviews I can read?

Accepted Answer

I do. What you may or may not see here, I have google reviews, in which you can see. Just google, Laura Becker wedding officiant, and you can read my reviews. I am also on Thumbtack and there are reviews there as well.

Question 8

When should I book my officiant?

Accepted Answer

Just like any other wedding vendors, I encourage you to book your officiant sooner rather than later. That gives you the peace of mind that the person who is legalizing your marriage is taken care of. Not only that, but you are not waiting till last minute to find someone. Officiants are very busy and some of us are just one person and can only be at one place at one time. Plus we may also have full time jobs.

Question 9

Should I get a friend or family ordained and just do my ceremony?

Accepted Answer

My answer is NO. They are not professionals and do not know the rules of each state regarding licenses, filling them out and getting them back in the timeframe allotted before penalties apply. Also, if your friend or family member messes up, or doesn't know how to write a ceremony, how does that tarnish your relationship. As professionals, we know the business and work hard for couples.

Question 10

What do you wear to officiate weddings?

Accepted Answer

I always dress to maintain professionalism. My colors of choice or Navy, Black, dark Grey. If a couple has a specific ask, I try to comply with their request. Most cases, I an wearing a dress, suit or pantsuit.

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