Wedding & Funeral Officiants - Some Are Willing To Travel

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Weddings are performed at the location of your choice, some example are - Parks, Lakes, in homes, back yards, churches, chapels and gardens, locations are only limited to your imagnation! Wedding officiants will provide couples with personalized and caring ceremonies which reflect who they are, Chaplains take into consideration the couples individual needs and tastes. Ceremonies are designed around the couple with their needs in mind, wedding chaplains believe in diversity and will honors the couples wishes within reason. They respect the individualism of those seeking to be united in marriage. W edding Chaplains are Non-denominational and are not judgemental, they have the greatest respectful for the traditions of marriage.

The Marriage License Laws for a man and a woman to marry vary from state to state. Although there are differences in requirements in the different states, a marriage between a man and a woman performed in one state must be recognized by every other state under the Full Faith and Credit Clause of the United States Constitution. A religious ceremony should be conducted under the customs of the religion, or in the case of a Native Americans, under the customs of the tribe. Religious ceremonies normally are conducted by religious officials, such as ordained ministers, pastors, chaplains, priests, or rabbis.

Native American ceremonies may be presided over by a tribal chief or other designated official. Civil ceremonies usually are conducted by judges, In some states, county clerks, notary republics, justice of the peace or other government officials may conduct civil ceremonies. Contrary to popular legends, no state authorizes ship captains to perform marriages.

A religious ceremony should be conducted under the customs of the religion, or in the case of a Native Americans, under the customs of the tribe. Religious ceremonies normally are conducted by religious officials, such as ordained ministers, pastors, chaplains, priests, or rabbis. Native American ceremonies may be presided over by a tribal chief or other designated official. Civil ceremonies usually are conducted by judges, In some states, county clerks, notary republics, justice of the peace or other government officials may conduct civil ceremonies. Contrary to popular legends, no state authorizes ship captains to perform marriages.

PLEASE NOTE: Marriage Laws May Vary from State to State: The Marriage License Laws for a man and a woman to marry vary from state to state. Although there are differences between the requirements in the various states, a marriage between a man and a woman performed in one state must be recognized by every other state under the Full Faith and Credit Clause of the United States Constitution. Requirments for performing Weddings Different States

Chaplain Kevin Weaver: Show Low & surrounding areas E-mail Chaplain Weaver for further information.

Chaplain Fred Campbell: Arkansas and surrounding states. E-mail Chaplain Campbell for further information. Chaplain Campbell is the Deputy Warden- Operations Ouachita River Unit, P.O. Box 1630 Malvern, AR 72104. If you call ask to speak with Fred Campbell. Phone (501) 467-3507 or Fax (501) 467-3430.

Chaplain Tom Brandsness: Chicago and surrounding areas E-mail Chaplain Brandsness for further information.

Chaplain Mary Dobbs: Chaplain Dobbs has had a Wedding Ministry for some years and really enjoy it. Each wedding is very special to Chaplain Dobbs! Last summer she married a young soldier who had just returned from Afghanistan and his beautiful fiancé from a neighboring country. E-mail Chaplain Dobbs for further information.

Chaplain Ernest Kudron: Lochbuie, Colorado and Surrounding areas E-mail Chaplain Kudron for further information.

Chaplain Mick Dobra: The goal of my Chaplaincy and Family Ministry, through Family Chaplain Services including: pre-marital counseling, marriage ceremonies, family development, and vow renewal ceremonies, is to strengthen and encourage strong Godly families. Visit Our Web Site .. Contact IChaplain Dobra for further information.

Chaplain James Moore: Shreveport, Bossier City, Caddo Parish and Bossier Parish and most of North Louisiana: Your wedding day should be one of the most significant days of your life. My goal is to work with you to prepare a wonderful ceremony that reflects your own ideas, values and beliefs. It can be simple or extravagant. I can wear a formal wear, casual clothing or any other specific attire appropriate for the occasion and location. Chaplain Moore is Non-denominational and non –judgmental. He has the greatest respect for the traditions of marriage and offers Pre-marital counseling. Office: 318-550-3588 - Cell Phone: 318-207-7292 - E-mail Chaplain Moore for further information.

Chaplain Bruce Francis: Oklahoma City & surrounding areas: E-mail Chaplain Francis for further information.

Chaplain Dr. Fred W. Patterson: Is available in Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas (many beautiful mountain, or lake-side settings are nearby): Your wedding day is one of the most significant days of your life. My goal is to work with you to create a wonderful ceremony that reflects your ideas, values and beliefs. It can be as simple or extravagant as you wish. The service can be officiated in formal wear (robe or tuxedo), casual clothing or any other specific attire appropriate for the occasion and location. Chaplain Patterson is non-denominational and non-judgmental. He has the greatest respect for the traditions of marriage and offers pre-marital counseling. Office: 865-688-5237 - Cell Phone: 865-660-9440 – Email: chaplain.patterson@comcast.net or visit www.chaplainpatterson.com for further information.

Chaplain Skip Straus: Perform weddings in Houston, Spring, The Woodlands and serve Montgomery, Harris, Walker, Fort Bend, Brazoria, Galveston, and Liberty counties and points beyond. Call Chaplain Straus at (713) 875-9411 or C-mail Chaplain Skip Straus for further information.or Visit His Web Site

Chaplain Larry Todd: Austin & surrounding areas: Our highly trained and dedicated Chaplains will work with the bride and groom to custom design a service that fits their personality and spirituality. Although traditional weddings are still the norm, we also work as non-traditional facilitators to make your wedding ceremony a special beginning to the celebration of your love. Three of our Chaplains are permitted by the Catholic Church to perform"Blessed Wedding" ceremonies outside the Church. E-mail Chaplain Todd for further information or Visit His Web Site You may also call Head Chaplain Stuart Hutto at (512) 244-1376 to discuss our officiating services.

Chaplain Don Morelock: Brownwood Texas, Looking for an unforgettable Hill Country wedding and honeymoon destination? Consider the Star of Texas Bed and Breakfast in Brownwood, TX. We know that you want your wedding to be special, and so we work with you to create a wedding that is traditional or unique with less stress. We will help you with the details that reflect your relationship. We have a beautiful native garden setting with outdoor decks or the Garden Chapel in which to hold your wedding ceremony. We are able to seat 60 people and there is standing room for more. Our outdoor garden ceremony location is best suitable for groups under 70. E-mail Chaplain Moreleock for further information. or by phone: 1-325-646-4128, Toll-free: 1-800-850-2003. You can visit their web site for full details. Star of Texas Bed & Breakfast

Chaplain Jim McNabb: Jim McNabb is available to officiate at your wedding. He will go wherever happy couples choose for their civil or Christian ceremonies in Central Texas. He can recommend other chaplains for other faith traditions. As with all who would marry, such a union can stabilize one’s personal life and one’s career. Journalism can place great stress on relationships. Knowing this, McNabb will work with the couple, helping them know what they should expect in the years to come as two become one. Jim McNabb also studied voice for several years. His rich bass interpretation of “The Lord’s Prayer” or other songs are also available. He is an accomplished guitarist, in the absence of other traditional accompaniment for his solos. You can Call Chaplain McNabb at 512-560-3677, E-mail Chaplain McNabb for further information or Visit His Web Site .

Chaplain Michael Smith: I am willing and able to perform weddings anywhere in the Greater Southeastern Michigan Area. Contact information: Phone: 734-325-6581 or E-mail Chaplain Smith for further information.

Chaplain C.S. Sawyer: Chaplain Sawyer will perform weddings within the whole State of New Mexico: E-mail Chaplain Sawyer for further information or call - Phone: 575-678-2615 or Fax: 575-678-3497 - Cell: 575-993-0451

Chaplain Johnny Ikner: Chaplain Ikner will perform wedding ceremonies at churches, on the beach, by the riverside, at private residences, and in public places if desired. Chaplain Ikner is available for the NE N.C. region including parts of the Outer Banks area. E-mail Chaplain Ikner for further information.

Chaplain J. David Simpson: Chester & surrounding areas E-mail Chaplain Simpson for further information.

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