Reflections on Being a Professional Wedding Officiant

A Marriage Made in Heaven My fourth anniversary as a wedding officiant occurred this month on the 15th. I remember my first officiating experience vividly and I cherish it for leading me to this happy and rewarding vocation. I also … Continue reading

Your Perfect Wedding Ceremony

Are you ready to plan your Wedding Ceremony? When I meet with couples to discuss officiating their ceremony, we often talk about a lot more than just the ceremony script and the vows that they’ll be sharing. We cover who … Continue reading

Your Wedding Ceremony Questions Answered in Videos

Congratulations on Your Engagement! In hundreds of meetings with couples that I’ve had the privilege of marrying over the past years some of the same questions pop up over and over again. I thought, therefore, that I’d address many of these questions in this series … Continue reading

When You Want Your Relative to “Officiate” Your Wedding

“Do you, Bubba, take Ellie Mae to be your wafflely wedded life…” Both Wedding Wire and The Knot have recently published survey results that show an increased interest by couples, and particularly by DIY wedding couples, to avoid paying an … Continue reading

2019 Wedding Season Will be Here Before You Know It!

Book before the end of 2018 to get 2018 prices for your 2019 wedding officiant needs!

Due to increased costs, I’m raising my fees for my wedding officiant services, which haven’t changed since early 2017, effective the first of 2019. But if you get engaged and book your wedding before the end of 2018, I’ll honor the 2018 prices for your 2019 wedding. Check Jon’s Booking Calendar on the homepage to see if your date is available. Even if you see a red (booked) or yellow (reserved) color on your date, please give me a call at 503-877-4609 or an email because I may still be able to accommodate your needs. I can often do two weddings in a day if they are spaced far enough apart time-wise and not too far apart location-wise.

Here’s a short video summary and here’s a longer video for you to watch. Or just click below.

OMG! He Popped the Question! Now What Do I Do?

I got to thinking last night as I reflected on this past weekend’s two weddings where I was privileged to officiate. I’d met with both couples well before the weddings and customized the scripts and vows for them. I also advised them on the processional and talked to them about staying calm on their wedding day because it was all going to be fine. I am an optimist, after all.

Both weddings went beautifully. And when I spoke to the brides they were both happy with the ceremonies and happy that it was finally done! They both confessed to being a little overwhelmed with planning and details between engagement and ceremony time. So I put together a little 55-second video with some slides and put it up on YouTube. You can watch it below.

As I was editing the video above, I was inspired to create a longer version of the presentation so that I could reassure future brides that as panicked as they might be feeling at the moment, everything would work out just fine, at least as far as the ceremony and the officiant — me! — were concerned. We had that part of the ceremony fully under control. You can see that longer (8-minute) video starring yours truly below as well.

I would love to have your comments on these two videos. And a description of your experiences from when he “popped the question” to when your ceremony had been completed. I think other future brides would like to be reassured that what they are feeling is normal!

Thanks for reading and watching. And feel free to share this blog post.

Happy Wedding Planning
Jon Turino
(503) 877-4609

Are you looking for a Wedding Officiant or Wedding Minister in Portland Oregon? I also perform wedding ceremonies in Vancouver!

Tell me more about your wedding ceremony plans, what you need, what you want, what you desire. It’s YOUR SPECIAL DAY and I can help you customize the perfect wedding ceremony – one you, your family, and friends will remember forever!

“Jon was amazing to work, he knows exactly what to do and just guides you though it all, we hired him in a very short notice situation and he was great!! Thank you, Jon, for an amazing ceremony!! The family and I loved it!” – Trina, WeddingWire Review

“We had a great experience hiring Jon! I initially chose him because he seemed unbiased that our wedding was an elopement. He was very helpful and caring in making sure the verbiage was just right. He responded quickly with all emails, came early, and was very professional. During the ceremony, he spoke loud and clear. He was very genuine in wishing us all the best. I would highly recommend Jon to officiate your special day!” – Lauren, Wedding Wire Review

Call me at (503) 877-4609 or drop me a line using THIS ONLINE FORM.

 

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