2. Will you attend the wedding rehearsal?
3. Are you available to conduct weddings outside of California?
4. How do I get a marriage license?
5. Do we need to obtain a marriage license prior to the wedding?
6. Do we need to do anything with my marriage license?
7. After the ceremony, how do I get an official copy of my marriage certificate?
8. We Need to Get Married Right Now?
9. Will you perform a Civil Union for same-sex partners?
10. What happens if you cannot perform my ceremony due to an emergency?
11. How long will the ceremony last?
12. When will you arrive for the ceremony?
13. What does the “wedding minister” wear during the ceremony?
14. Can I write my own wedding vows/ceremony?
19. We Want You to Perform Our Wedding Ceremony. What's Next?
Q: How much do you charge?
A: Usually the first question asked. The normal fee for ceremonies in the Sacramento area is between $300 and $700.
Compared to other officiants, my services Include More and Cost Less. My typical ceremony is only $280. to $450.
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Q: Will you attend the wedding rehearsal?
A: Yes... I would gladly participate in your wedding rehearsal. This is a free service and is included in every package.
Q: Are you available to conduct weddings outside of California?
A: Yes... I am officially ordained to perform wedding ceremonies anywhere in the United States, locations out of California may require additional funding.
Q: How do I get a marriage license?
A: Marriage & License County Clerk Recorder Information
Sacramento County: El Dorado County: Placer County: San Joaquin: Solano County: San Francisco: Mendocino County: Butte County: Yolo County:
Q: Do we need to obtain a marriage license prior to the wedding?
Sacramento County: El Dorado County: Placer County: San Joaquin: Solano County: San Francisco: Mendocino County: Butte County: Yolo County:
A: Yes, it is your responsibility to obtain a marriage license prior to the wedding. Basic information can be found on websites for any County Clerk/Recorder information above.
You must go together to the county office to get it. The license is only valid for 90 days and it will expire.
You may obtain a regular public license at any county recorder in California regardless of where, in California, you are getting married. If you are getting a “confidential” license, you need to obtain it from the same county you are getting married in. You can also learn more about confidential licenses on the website of any county clerk/recorder.
Q: Do we need to do anything with my marriage license?
You may obtain a regular public license at any county recorder in California regardless of where, in California, you are getting married. If you are getting a “confidential” license, you need to obtain it from the same county you are getting married in. You can also learn more about confidential licenses on the website of any county clerk/recorder.
A: Bring the marriage license to the ceremony!
Don't write on or alter your marriage license once the Registrar clerk has issued it!
Once the ceremony is completed, I will personally file the license with the State and County Clerk, give you the pink copy,
and keep a copy for my permanent records.
Q: After the ceremony, how do I get an official copy of my marriage certificate?
A: As your wedding officiant, I will mail your marriage license to the local county recorderr in the county where you were married.
You will need to contact the Registrar of Vital Statistics in the county in which you were married for copies. I will provide you with that contact person's name and phone number.
They will let you know what information they need to send you a copy of your certificate.
Q: We Need to Get Married Right Now?
A: I offer a simple and easy wedding ceremony. You will need a marriage license, 2 witnesses and an appointment.
You can call me at 916.799.9537 and I am usually available with very little advance notice.
These weddings are performed at your chosen location and last approximately 10-15 minutes. The fee for this service is between $150 and $250.
Q: Will you perform a civil union for same-sex partners?
A: Yes, I will! California has passed a Civil Union law that allows same sex partners to have the same rights and benefits as those who enter into marriage.
You can obtain a civil union license with the registrar in either partner's county. I will perform a legal ceremony and file all the necessary paperwork with the State.
Q: What happens if you cannot perform my ceremony due to an emergency?
A: I HAVE NEVER MISSED A WEDDING... I do work closely with six other Ministers, so in the event of a dire emergency, I will be able to find
someone available with experience and a personality that will suit your style and will be able to perform your ceremony.
Q: How long will the ceremony last?
A: Most ceremonies last approximately 20-30 minutes but the length depends on what wedding you want in your ceremony.
Of course, if you have multiple readings or poems, a Unity Candle, etc. your ceremony will be longer. Your ceremony can be as long or short as you want it to be.
Q: When will you arrive for the ceremony?
A: I usually arrive 60-90 minutes prior to the start of the ceremony.
This is done so that I can take care of all pre-ceremony set-up with the matre'd or wedding planner.
During this time, your witnesses will need to sign the marriage license.
Q: What does the “wedding minister” wear during the ceremony?
A: I generally wear a black Judge's robe over a suit, but I can change my attire to suit your preferences.
My attire has no religious affiliation to it.
Q: Can I write my own wedding vows/ceremony?
A: You can customize your ceremony as you would like. I am also always available to help you with any details and provide you with a diverse
selection of material to choose from for your ceremony. I've helped many couples share their personal vows during the ceremony.
Q: What is a Unity Candle?
A: A Unity Candle consists of one large pedestal candle that sits in between two smaller taper candles.
During the ceremony the Mothers of the Bride and Groom, or any other loved ones will light the two taper candles signifying your current family.
You and your fiance; will take the taper candles and light the pedestal candle together, signifying your new family. The ceremony can have a religious or non-religious meaning.
There are different meanings for the Unity Candles.
Q: What is a Rose Ceremony?
A: A Rose Ceremony is an older tradition where the Bride and Groom, after taking their vows, exchange a single red rose to each other.
It symbolizes their first gift to each other as husband and wife as well as an expression of their love for one another. A section can be added to include your mothers each receiving a rose.
Q: What is a Sand Ceremony?
A: A Sand Ceremony is a Hawaiian Tradition that can be used in place of a Unity Candle, especially in beach weddings or outdoor weddings where candles are often difficult to use.
It holds a similar meaning as the Unity Candle. Two small containers of sand are combined into one large container by the Bride and Groom, unifying the two.
Q: We Want You to Perform Our Wedding Ceremony. What's Next?
A: You can contact me by telephone at 916.799.9537 or email at rjl@lgiy.com.
I will gather information about you and the type of ceremony that you want, and answer any questions that you have about my services.
We would then set up a consultation meeting where we can talk in depth about your ceremony and yourselves. I Create and Personalize Every Ceremony that I Perform!
Want Reverend James to Perform Your Wedding Ceremony?
Contact me directly at 916.799.9537 or by email:RJL@Reverend-James.com.
It Would Be My Great Honor to Join Your Wedding Ceremony!
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