If you are here, you have either been asked to officiate friend/family members wedding, or your are thinking of asking someone in your life to officiate your ceremony. CONGRATS! No matter which side of the equation you are on, you are probably nervous! The "What the Wedding Couple Should Know" blog series is intended to help the amateur officiant write and perform their first wedding ceremony, but also provides valuable knowledge to the couple that may be considering this option.
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Be honest about your writing abilities. TOP SECRET: you don't need to be that great of a writer to be a great amateur officiant!
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Let the couple know about your fears regarding speaking to the audience during the wedding, and then USE that fear to your advantage!
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Be upfront about other things going on in your life and your current workload. Do you have the time to be an amateur officiant?
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Be upfront about your rules and expectations for being an amateur officiant.
Read moreUsing an Amateur Officiant: What the Wedding Couple Should Know - Conclusion
Conclusion: Should you say yes to being an amateur officiant?
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