Classic Custom ceremony includes:
Getting to know you meeting (initial consultation) and one ceremony-writing meeting
Limited telephone and email consultations
Individually-written ceremony composed of choices from Lyssabeth's array of options
(Core components plus up to three additional component selections)
Written script of ceremony
Arrival of officiant 20 minutes prior to ceremony
Performing of ceremony
Filing of marriage license
Want your special day to be just between the two of you? Or maybe you only want a few family members to witness your vows. Consider our elopement ceremony to make your intimate wedding a memory that you will treasure. This service is a delightful and affordable alterative to the County Courthouse wedding. If you live in another part of the country and considering a brief ceremony followed by a honeymoon in the beautiful Bay Area of California then this option may be right for you.
Looking for a picturesque California oceanside location to have your elopement? We have some suggestions here.
Premium Custom Ceremony Includes:
Your choice of officiant (subject to availability)
Getting to know you meeting (initial consultation)
Up to two ceremony-writing meetings.
Unlimited telephone and email consultation
Access to Lyssabeth's vast resources for ceremony ideas
Individually written, creative ceremony that is uniquely yours
Individual consultation to write your own wedding vows
Prior consultation with ceremony participants (readers, speakers, singers, musicians, photographers,etc.)
Facilitation of rehearsal
On-site pre-ceremony coordination 30 minutes prior to ceremony
Performing of ceremony
Filing of License
Your ceremony is the heart of your wedding day. Be sure it delights your soul and feels true to who you are as a couple. You'll remember the words you exchange and the love on your partner's face far longer than the flavor of your cake or the color of your flowers. We offer four levels of ceremonies to fit most budgets and personal preferences.
Elopement Ceremony Includes:
Your choice of pre-written civil or nondenominational religious service in a casual setting
(no wedding party, processional, etc.)
Up to 8 guests
Performing of ceremony by one of Lyssabeth's Bay Area wedding officiants
Arrival of officiant 10 minutes prior to start of ceremony
Filing of license
Upon receipt of deposit, we will e-mail you a contract for your review and signature, add your date and time to our calendar and send you the initial resources you will need for writing your ceremony.
Payment is due in full upon booking for non-customized ceremonies (Basic and Elopement).
Payments are non-refundable if you cancel, but may be applied to a different day and time (up to 6 months beyond the original date of your wedding) with no penalty subject to 48 hours notice. Only one re-scheduling per couple is permitted without incurring additional fees. Payments for services are not taxed.
We accept Google Payments right from this page; it's fast to give you the best chance of getting your preferred date; it's secure and you can use your credit card. Please select the payment item from the drop down menu and click Buy Now. You will be taken to a secure Google website to enter your payment information. Note: if you have not contacted us to determine our availability for your date, please do so at 408-786-5740 before making a deposit.
If you prefer, payments can be made with cash (in person), by check (in person or by mail) or by credit card over the phone.
Note: The Elopement & Basic Ceremonies are designed for couples who want an affordable yet high-quality wedding ceremony. Therefore, they do not include pre-wedding in-person meetings with your officiant. We respect your busy schedule and your need to keep wedding planning time to a minimum so all pre-wedding arrangements can be done via phone and email.
Having difficulty deciding which level of ceremony is right for you? Give us a call at 408-786-5740 or fill out the form below for more information.
"Thank you
so much for
your wonderful enthusiasm and energy that you brought to our wedding. We are so thankful we found you!"
Drew & Tracey
June 8, 2007
Basic Ceremony Includes:
Your choice of pre-written civil or nondenominational religious ceremony in the setting of your choice
Unlimited number of guests
Performing of ceremony by one of Lyssabeth's San Francisco Bay Area wedding officiants
Arrival of officiant 20 minutes prior to start of ceremony to give a quick ceremony review, offer assistance with processional line-up, coordinate with musicians and photographer
Filing of license
performed in select areas only. Contact us for details.
If you are looking for a pre-written, memorable wedding experience for you and your guests, consider the Basic Ceremony. It is similar to our Elopement Ceremony, yet allows for a processional and recessional, guests and an earlier arrival time for our officiant to facilitate pre-ceremony coordination. Affordably priced, simple and poignant.
A customized ceremony that allows your personalty to shine through! You'll meet with your chosen officiant to craft a ceremony that celebrates your unique story of love and commitment. We have a vast array of resources and ideas from which you can choose to compose a ceremony that you and your guests will look back on and smile about.
For the couple who wants the ultimate for their ceremony. Our exclusive Premium Ceremony allows unlimited customizing from our resources or yours, extra in-person meetings if you want them, and facilitation of your rehearsal. Especially recommended for larger wedding parties (over 4 attendants on each side)
San Francisco/Bay Area Wedding Officiants
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Officiant Payments and Deposits
Bay Area Officiant Services and Fees
performed in select areas only. Contact us for details.
Take a moment to fill out the form below. Tell us about your wedding and what you're looking for. We'll get back to you within 24 hours. Or, if you prefer, call us at 408-786-5740.
For customized ceremonies (Classic and Premium), we require a $200 deposit with the balance due two weeks before your wedding.
San Francisco Bay Area Wedding Officiant Services
