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Phone (703) 552-2726
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Winchester Office:
149 N Loudoun St Ste 7 Winchester, VA 22601
 
Alexandria Office:
7900 Andrus Rd Ste 12 Alexandria, VA 22306
  
Mailing Address: PO Box 247, Winchester, VA 22604
 
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Frequently Asked
Wedding Ceremony Questions

Q: Where do I go for the online meeting?
A: Click here. http://www.weddingsbylance.com/conference If you have difficulties, dial lance at (703) 552-2726.
   
Q: Are rehearsals included in the fees?
 
A: No. Lance can attend a rehearsal, which is rare and not necessary, for an additional even fee equal to a booking on that day of the year. Lance has successfully officiated more than 1200 weddings without attending rehearsals and they always run smoothly.
   
Q: What are the fees for a wedding ceremony to be planned, officiated, documents prepared and legal paperwork filed?
 
A:

If a couple comes to my office for a simple ceremony or just civil paperwork signing, the fee is $35 ($10 for active duty military). Regular weddings at a away from my office range from $195 to $495 depending on day, time, distance, size (not length) of wedding, and other factors. To receive a firm quote, complete the Marriage Ceremony Information Form here and in the comments section, request the quote.

   
Q:

How far in advance should I confirm a wedding officiate?

A: Many officiants, especially in the Washington DC area, book a year in advance. So book early!
 
Q:

What about last minute requests?

A: As long as there is room in the schedule, last minute requests are fine. There are often circumstances that require last minute planning. Be sure to give me a call before you book your location so that I can share with you any experience I may have there.
   
Q: Can we have photography during the ceremony?
A: Of course. I, you, and the guests expect that there will be a photographer recording the event and I don't think any of us even notice or pay attention that they are there. There is a max though - no more than 2 professional photographers plus videoagrapher.
 
Q:

Does it matter what religion we practice?

A: No. I serve you in a way that brings joy to your day. I am just comfortable serving you in the manner that helps you live out your own spiritual experience, whether devoutly Christian, Jewish, Muslin, atheist, or purely spiritual. It is common here in the Washington DC metropolitan area for the couple to be of different religious traditions. We work to ensure that both are represented as much as practical.
   
Q:

Can we have a non-religious, spiritual ceremony?

A: This is your choice. Many prefer a "spiritual" and not "religious" ceremony. You are encouraged to take the sample ceremonies that Lance has provided and modify them to match the "feel" of the ceremony you want on that day.
   
Q:

Can we have a dual religion/clergy ceremony?

A: Yes! I have conducted several ceremonies with other clergy - Jewish and other faiths. I have contacts with clergy of other faiths, if you need them. My recommendation for a Rabbi is Rabbi Blecher of Silver Spring MD.
   
Q:

Can we include elements of different religions and religious traditions in our ceremony?

A: Yes! These make for interesting, rich, meaningful ceremonies. I work with you and your various traditions to put together a ceremony that truly reflects your wishes.
 
Q:

Are there any pre-requisites such as counseling? 

A: No. But if the couple desires, counseling is available. I highly recommend that the couple purchase two copies of Marianne Williamson's "A Return to Love." Both should read the first four chapters independently, then compare highlighted passages and discuss those areas that each of you finds important.
 
Q:

Does it matter that either of us have been married before, divorced, have children or are already privately married and want to conduct a public ceremony ?

A: No. And if you have kids, how awesome! We have meaningful ways to include them in the ceremony. And you've been privately married previously, we'll keep it just between us.
   
Q:

Can we write our own vows?

A: Of course! I encourage you to personalize your ceremony as much as you wish. The more you personalize your ceremony, the greater experience it will be for the guests. Choosing readings, etc. that represent who you are as a couple is most effective.
 
Q:

Can I make changes to the example ceremony?

A: Yes. In fact, you can use the unique Create Ceremony feature of this website to create a personalized ceremony that you can then edit to meet your needs or review the example ceremonies for other ideas.
 
Q:

How is booking handled and how is the balance paid?

A: You are booked when we receive the $100 deposit and the booking agreement form. The balance, if any,  is paid at least two weeks in advance of the scheduled wedding.
   
Q: How do we get our wedding license?
 
A: The rules are different between states. Please call you local county clerk for more information.
 
 
   

  
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Weddings by Lance - Phone: (703) 552-2726
Winchester Office: 149 N Loudoun St, Ste 7, Winchester, VA 22601
Alexandria Office: 7900 Andrus Road Ste 12, Alexandria, VA 22306
Mailing Address: PO Box 247, Winchester, VA 22604