The Parent's Blessing (alternate to who gives this woman etc)

Will [Mother of the Bride] and [Father of the Bride] and [Mother of the Groom] and [Father of the Groom] please stand?

As our sons and daughters find partners and find homes for the next generation, each family is enriched and enlarged. Do you, who have nurtured these two, bestow your blessing on their union and their family? (answer: yes)

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Officiant Reviews

Beverly King was all we could have hoped for in an officiant and more. She has a great mix of professionalism, humour and sincerity. We highly recommend her. Thank you! Karen and Susan June 2019

Karen and Susan

Carly, thank you SO much for making our day absolutely perfect! We had so many people make comments on how amazing your ceremony was. We have been recommending you to everyone we know who is getting married! Thanks for everything! [October 2018]

Courtney and Bryce

Judi Rees-Mantle is a wonderful officiant! She helped us choose vows for our wedding that perfectly matched our life experience as a couple. She also speaks the vows with sincerity (that made the ceremony meaningful). Judi has a great energy to her so you know your ceremony is going to be great. Even before the wedding she was very caring and flexible. Ihor and MaryHelene March 2020

Ihor and MaryHelene

Hi Miriam, I have to say that we got nonstop compliments about you after the ceremony! Everyone thought you did a very heartfelt job and were very moved by the ceremony. We feel very fortunate you were willing to drive all the way to Toronto to marry us. Thank you again!

Katelyn and Andrew

Nancy Doukas was a pleasure to get to know and to work with! After one brief but very comforting meeting, Nancy composed a beautiful and personal ceremony that perfectly suited the tone of our wedding. Despite our hesitation to include a reading, Nancy suggested a quote that reflected our relationship better than we'd have hoped for. On the big day, the ceremony was performed calmly, fluidly and with some humour that we greatly appreciated. Working with such an intuitive, organized and friendly officiant allowed us to focus on each other and enjoy every minute of the day together.

Ben and Dawn

For our special date, we choose Miriam Bester as our officiant and we are thrilled with all her services. The ceremony was thoughtful and well planned, taking into consideration our different faiths and finding a common denominator which we both could relate. Miriam was always available and quick to respond to all our questions, she made us feel secure and well cared for. We recommend her to anyone who would like an excellent and committed professional. She is a special person for your special day! Arthur and Stella Sept 8th, 2018

Arthur and Stella

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