Discovering Non Religious Wedding Officiants And Ceremonies

By Anna Bennett


When it comes to marriage, most couples prefer to have a traditional ceremony based on the faith of the couple. While this is the case, not all ceremonies are religious or spiritual as not all people follow a specific faith. Whereas, some couples may be of different faiths. As a result, non religious wedding officiants are now being asked to perform nuptials at civil unions, commitment ceremonies, hand-fastings and weddings.

One thing all weddings have in common is that the couple are celebrating love while making a commitment. In some cases, this can be a shorter term commitment such as a year and a day in the case of Celtic or pagan hand-fastings. After which, depending on how things have worked out, the individuals can then decide whether or not to move towards a longer term commitment.

Traditional and non-traditional ceremonies are a celebration of love between individuals. In some cases, this can include family rituals and traditions which may or may not be tied to a religion. Whereas, secular couples often desire to create new rituals which at times can often be difficult with family members whom pay homage to a specific religion or spiritual path.

While traditional weddings are often some of the most beautiful events in the world, non-traditional ceremonies can often be just as beautiful and heartwarming. Some of the most imaginative and heart-felt ceremonies are those which couples have arranged, planned and organized rather than those held in a chapel, church, synagogue or temple.

Most wedding planners suggest selecting the officiant as the first step in the planning process. In doing so, it is important to know whether or not to plan a religious or non religious ceremony. For, while some ministers will officiate a secular or interfaith ceremony, this is not always the case. As such, those planning a wedding of this nature may want to start looking for an officiant as early in the process as possible.

In some cases, a bride and groom will choose to ask someone in the family or a close friend to officiate. In fact, there are several individuals whom have become ordained online just to provide this service. While this is the case, it is important that individuals doing so have a clear understanding of how the process works. Whereas, it is even more important that the bride and groom assure the individual is actually ordained before the ceremony.

If planning a themed ceremony, most officiants are willing to adapt to a number of different characters and roles. In most cases, wedding planners will include the cost of any special ministerial attire into the overall cost of the wedding. Whereas, it is important that when doing so to also pick a venue in line with the theme.

Whether hosting a local or destination, traditional, non-traditional or themed event, it is essential to book the officiant and venue well in advance of the ceremony. For, in some cases, there can often be several months to a year or more wait to book popular destinations and locations, especially those related to specific themes.




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