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About
Hi and congratulations! I saw your request...the answer is yes! From the simple backyard gathering to the full religious service with readings and homily, we can make this ceremony yours. Just as you pick out the setting. the menu, the colors....why not have a customized ceremony? This is your day and it should reflect your personalities and tone. Whether you envision a very traditional ceremony or a casual affair, I will customize a service that will be both comfortable and personal. I design a ceremony, using what readings/poems you wish, adding symbolic traditions such as unity candle, sand sculptures, handfasting, or other family traditions that bring meaning to your special day. Heard or saw something you want to include? Ask, and I will be happy to include it. A copy of the service is given to you when it's over. That ceremony, written especially for you, is yours alone.
Give me a call and let's talk about how to make your wedding uniquely yours!
Overview
Hired 79 times
1 similar job done near you
Background checked
1 employee
14 years in business
Business hours
Sun8:00 am - 11:59 pmMonClosed
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, and Zelle.
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2017
Services offered
Type of ceremony
Service type (affiliation)
Christian
Catholic
Interfaith
Non-denominational (mentions God)
Need help writing vows?
I can work with couples who need help writing vows
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for punctuality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Laura n.
Sep 3, 2017
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Hired on Thumbtack
We couldn't have found a better officiant to marry us! Barbara was great and taylored our ceremony to exactly what we wanted. We had so many comments about how beautiful our ceremony was! We would recommend Barbara again and again!
Wedding Officiant
Laura J.
Sep 3, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
We can’t say enough good things about Weddings your Way!!! Barbara was beyond nice, professional and very experienced. She answered every question I had and responded to every text and phone call promptly. She put together a beautiful ceremony for us! She arrived early, and made the marriage license part of things so simple, it was one thing I did not have to worry about on a very hectic day! She was professional and responsive and I am so glad we chose her to be our officiant for our wedding! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, professional and affordable officiant!
Details: Wedding • Catholic • 51 - 100 guests • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will be needed at the rehearsal • Date and time has not yet been chosen
Wedding Officiant
Lauren M.
May 30, 2018
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Hired on Thumbtack
It was a pleasure having Barbara officiate our wedding. She made herself available to discuss details of the wedding and seemed genuinely interested in learning about myself and my husband. She arrived early the day of the wedding and took time to meet with my husband, which helped to calm his nerves lol. I would recommend her services to anyone in need of an officiant.
Details: Wedding • Non-denominational (mentions God) • 21 - 50 guests • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal • Officiant does not need to be present at rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Melanie p.
May 22, 2018
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Hired on Thumbtack
Barbara was amazing! Not only was she personable but she made our ceremony so special. We had family members wanting renew their vows and have her as their officiant ! Thank you so much barbara
Wedding Officiant
Marc P.
Oct 22, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
My officiant was great. She arrived one hour early. Barbara was very helpful and the ceremony went great. All my requests were taken care of. Gina and I loved it.
Details: Wedding • Catholic • 51 - 100 guests • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Spanish • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal • Date and time has not yet been chosen
Wedding Officiant
Credentials
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Barbara Hawes
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I believe that the officiant's work is important, but the price should not be so much that it is prohibitive. You are never charged extra -- I estimate my price from the time spent researching and writing your ceremony, and the distance/tolls to travel. Signing forms, rehearsals, etc are all part of the quote.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to meet with someone in person or on the phone get to know them a little better and what they want in the ceremony. I then draft up a service and the couple approves it. I can help with organizing the wedding party at the rehearsal, or offer other resources as needed.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Ordained minister for the past 12 years, double major in Philosophy/Religion and Psychology;
PhD in Clinical Psychology.
