As a wedding minister, or officiant, for 20 years, I know that far more goes into a beautiful wedding ceremony than ever meets the eye. Indeed the most effective communication in a wedding ceremony takes place subliminally, which is to say- without words. How you pose, repeat your vows, light your unity candle or present your roses, will give subtle messages to your guests. It is very important then that you understand how to do all of these things tellingly- for imagery and

 

  performance in a wedding ceremony will far out weigh words and storytelling. In my rehearsal session you will learn all that is required of your performance, and then you will practice it. From this experience will come confidence, and from confidence will come poise. There is no more preferable frame of mind to be in during your ceremony than calm, collected and confident, all of which you gained from your rehearsal.

My rehearsal sessions are typically an hour and fifteen minutes or more in length, which is three times the industry standard, and two and half times the length of the actual ceremony. Also please note- I will never send a substitute to rehearse for me- only I perform my rehearsals. Your rehearsal is the key to your performance which is why I personally conduct it. In a wedding ceremony performance is everything, and my extensive rehearsal session thoroughly prepares you to be the lead actor and actress that you are.