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Frequently Asked Questions:
What is a celebrant?
A celebrant is someone who can officiate a civil ceremony.
What is a Minister?
Someone who is recognised by the Irish state and can officiate a LEGAL marriage.
How long will a ceremony take?
It usually takes 30 to 40 minutes.
Do we have to have the ceremony in a licensed premise?
No, you don't BUT if you want to have a LEGAL ceremony then that has to be in an approved venue.
What is your itinerary?
It varies for the different ceremonies.
(a). For Weddings:
1. Can Meet/Zoom/Whats App Video - for a general chat, to see if I am the right Celebrant for your ceremony. Then you decide and let me know.
2. I can meet/Whats App Video/Zoom again - to discuss in detail what your desires and wishes are. You pay a deposit asap to secure the date - see all costs under question on fees below.
3. I create the script for the ceremony.
4. I email it to you and your loved one for your approval or amendment.
5. Remaining balance is to be paid two weeks before the wedding.
6. Rehearsals - the evening prior to the big day if possible. I will rehearse everything except your personal vows - as these you keep secret until the actual day.
7. The big day has arrived - I will conduct the ceremony. I usually arrive an hour or two in advance; just to be sure that everything is in running order.
8. I stay to hand over the legal documents to the designated person.
9. Can you legally marry us?
Yes, as a FuturFaith Minister I am recognised by the Irish state and can legally marry you.