About Bill Gillespie: Bill is a retired Army Officer, and currently is a History Professor at a local university. He is a certified and accredited minister. Bill is a great public speaker and will go out of his way to make your experience perfect, carefree and fun. He loves doing weddings!
About Weddings by Bill Gillespie:
* Specializes in non-traditional venues, such as banquet halls, parks, historic sites and squares, chapels, gazebos, gardens, restaurants, private homes, and the beach - Bill is experienced in the Savannah and Tybee areas. He will work with you to coordinate your vows and ceremony, and will gladly work with your wedding planner should you choose one.
* Will create a customized ceremony specifically for each couple - There are many additions that can be included, such as: the unity candle, the unity sand, and the rose ceremony.
* Will provide a suggested draft of the ceremony for review - The couples are welcome to write their own vows or make changes in the scripts that are offered them. Additional readings from scripture, poems or literature can be added.
* Certified and accredited as an Ordained Minister, by the National Association of Christian Ministers & American Marriage Ministries, Minister ID: 190438. He is authorized to perform marriages, baptisms, funerals, and all other congregational rites. Bill is also an Official Notary of Chatham County, Georgia.
Availability: 7 day a week, 365 days a year, from sunrise to sunset, to the midnight moon
Fees: Basic consultation and officiant fee $100-250.00+: depending upon time, day of week, options, rehearsals, etc. Outside of the 25 mile area there is an additional travel fee. A $100 deposit is required as a contract. Will provide a Military Discount.
Other key details: Bill is a subject matter expert on the Savannah and Tybee areas. I can wear whatever you want: Minister Black Robe, Beach Attire, White or Black Suit, Linen Jacket, etc... is your choice -- your day! He is working with several top local wedding planners, and on-line wedding services: Thumbtrack.com; GatheringGuide.com; & WeddingWire.com.
Professional, Stress-Free, Simple, Eloquent, Memorable and Affordable.
It is your day, so don't hesitate to ask!
