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Who Gets to Hold Ceremony?

What do people call a woman who holds ceremonial authority outside traditional religion? After being called a priestess, a shaman, a fairy god celebrant, and even “the blessing lady,” I started wondering what people are actually recognizing.

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Wedding Celebrant vs. Officiant: What’s the Difference?

What’s the difference between a wedding celebrant and an officiant? After more than 1,000 ceremonies, I’ve learned that the distinction goes well beyond who can legally marry you. Here’s what goes into creating a ceremony that feels personal, meaningful, and unmistakably yours.

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Should You Ask Couples to Complete a Wedding Ceremony Questionnaire?

Don’t let your friend marry you without our master class! Wedding Ceremony Master Class teaches Friend Officiants how to write and perform memorable wedding ceremonies for loved ones. www.weddingceremonymasterclass.com Turning friends into officiants. During the beginning stages of building a wedding ceremony, there is a temptation to either jump right into writing

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The Difference Between a Marriage License and a Social Marriage Contract

Don’t let your friend marry you without our master class! Wedding Ceremony Master Class teaches Friend Officiants how to write and perform memorable wedding ceremonies for loved ones. www.weddingceremonymasterclass.com Turning friends into officiants. In a past post, we walked through the steps you need to take as a friend officiant in order to

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How to Legally Prepare for a Wedding Ceremony as a Friend Officiant

Don’t let your friend marry you without our master class! Wedding Ceremony Master Class teaches Friend Officiants how to write and perform memorable wedding ceremonies for loved ones. www.weddingceremonymasterclass.com Turning friends into officiants. When your friends decide to enter into a marriage, they are making a heartfelt and life changing decision. And,

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