Flowers, dinner menus, table settings and more—there’s a lot that goes into planning for a wedding. One of the most important things on your list, though, is finding a wedding officiant in Austin who’s perfect for the occasion. Read on for tips on how to know that you’ve chosen the right one:
Decide of the type of ceremony
Do you want a Jewish, Catholic or non-denominational wedding ceremony? Find out. This is a good starting point, too, since it helps you decide which kind of minister will fit your needs, says Brides.
Meet up
There’s nothing like a face to face meeting to find out if you and the minister are a good fit or not. Are you a wacky and humor-loving couple? Then you’ll probably want someone who’s going to be able to maintain the solemnity of the occasion and keep the atmosphere and vibe throughout light and fun. That’s not something you can easily see without meeting the minister first so set an appointment. Don’t skip this.
Ask around
You might already know someone who’s had to work with some of the ministers on your list. Reach out to them and ask them about their experience. What kind of problems did they encounter, if there were any? How was their experience? Was it a positive one? Would they recommend the minister to friends and family or use the same minister again if they had a chance? The answers you get will help point you in the right direction.
Know your state rules
Before you hire a wedding officiant in Austin, make sure your state recognizes your officiant and that s/he is authorized to perform the ceremony. Some states don’t allow online ministers to carry this out so you’ll need to check if this applies in your case or not. Be sure to sort out early on when you plan for the wedding.
