Michael & Christy - A Heartfelt Wedding Ceremony at Pravda Studios

Christy and Michael are so in love! I don't know how many handkerchiefs were used during the ceremony: tears of joy, tears of hope, tears of faith. We felt so honored to be part of this amazing evening.



The bride and groom decided to be traditional and not see each other before the ceremony.





Christy and her maid of honor, Leslie, were in good spirits while they awaited the start of the ceremony.






Kent and I felt so fortunate to be able to officiate together. (It doesn't happen that often and we were delighted.) We vicariously affirm our vows to each other while we celebrate the joy of the couple.





I always enjoy when couples share thoughts about each other before the vows. I think it is my favorite part of the ceremony. (We help with this part if couples' wish.)








As with all weddings, parents and siblings were most happy.






The creation of the ceremony is a very cooperative experience. Michael, Christy and I decided on the lighting of candles to reflect the principles of marriage they believed in. Seven qualities were selected. Siblings and cousins were invited to each present the quality and light a candle before Christy and Michael unified them all by lighting the central candle.








Yes, tears flowed, hearts were brimming, and smiles abounded as congratulations were offered by Christy's folks.






After the ceremony, the marriage certificate was signed after a few couple's photos were taken and the cocktail hour was in progress.





Sunny days are in the forecast for Michael and Christy. If a few showers do occur, they will be prepared!

Kent and I wish them the very best in their married life!!!

Amber French, Amber French Photography

Annette Lefebvre, Luxe Wedding Design
Monarch Duo
Lushy
Trophy Cupcakes
Truly Events
British Motorcar
Miki's Flowers

For a wonderful ceremony, give us a call. We will guide you through the entire wedding ceremony process, from brainstorming ideas, planning the wording, preparing for the walk through, directing your rehearsal, helping coordinate the ceremony, and officiating. Also, check out our website: www.aheavenlyceremony.com.

Where Can I Find a Seattle Justice of the Peace?

Many brides and grooms want to have a simple or civil wedding ceremony and they often look for a Justice of the Peace or Notary.

In Washington State, only ministers/priests and judges may "solemnize a marriage." (RCW 26.04.050 defines who may solemnize a marriage: "Justices of the supreme court, judges of the court of appeals, judges of the superior courts, superior court commissioners, any regularly licensed or ordained minister or any priest of any church or religious denomination ...")

Judges or ministers may perform a civil ceremony, some may prefer not to. You need to ask.The exact wording of the ceremony is not defined by state statutes. You get to choose, depending on the person who is officiating.

We prefer to call ourselves "wedding ceremony officiants," letting couples know we enjoy all types of ceremonies: civil, spiritual, nondenominational, multicultural, multifaith and religious.

Your ceremony is a reflection of you. The wording of the ceremony should reflect you also!

Thanks to La Vie Photography!

To see how you can create the ceremony you want, check out our wedding ceremony services.