Ceremonies Hawaii As a Wedding Officiant, I offer great value for your investment in your ceremony. Your wedding ceremony is custom designed and written just for you - no cookie cutter "run of the mill" ceremonies here! I provide a full draft of your wedding ceremony for review and approval and offer email and phone access before your wedding day. If necessary, I bring an assistant to insure everything flows smoothly.
Complimentary Consultation
To schedule a consultation or to meet with JoAnn please call her at 760 207 2652 or send her an emailBride/Honoring Your Mother and new Mother-In-Law
On the way down the aisle, before taking her place beside the groom, the bride pauses and presents both her mother and her soon-to-be mother-in-law with special lace handkerchiefs embroidered with details of the occasion.Blending Families
Ideas on Including children if you are blending two families.Have a surprise wedding! Truly!
Invite everyone over for a party and imagine their shock when you change into your gown and tuxedos!Special Note:
When your ceremony is prepared with care and love, whatever happens during the ceremony itself (dropping the rings, flubbing your lines, etc.), becomes part of the magic and joy of the moment and contributes to the specialness of your day. So have fun, be creative and enjoy the process of creating your ceremony.Unique, Memorable Rituals
First of all, this is your wedding. Incorporate your personal ideas into your plans. Be creative, romantic, sentimental or outrageousBe Grateful
Mention and thank the person who introduced you during the ceremony.Special Reading
Have a close family member or friend read a poem during the ceremony.Festive Processional Music
Select something non-traditional for your recessional music. How about James Brown's "I Feel Good!"Candlelight
Consider being married by candlelight - nothing is more romantic!Marriage License Information
*Special note* due to CA cut-backs, county clerk's offices are closed two days a month. So, it's important that appointments for marriage licenses are made ahead of time. Alow yourself several weeks for scheduling appointments and complete the application on-line via the links below and bring with you to the appointment along with two forms of ID. If you arrive without an appointment you may not be able to complete the process.
Click for marriage license information in San Diego County and for marriage license information in Orange County – Los Angeles County
JoAnn Lane is a non-denominational Celebrant/Officiant in San Diego County.
She can be reached via email or by calling 760 207 2652
Your Ceremony Celebrant, Officiant & Wedding Ceremony Designer
My Officiant fees vary for each ceremony and range from $300-$600. Every ceremony is unique and fees are quoted on an individual basis. My fees are structured to support time dedicated to writing and designing your ceremony, while also working within your budget. Factors include date, location, rehearsal, travel, use of a professional PA system and my time to write and officiate your ceremony.
Whether your wedding ceremony is formal or casual, my fees offer great value to you as a couple. In addition to your custom-written ceremony, this may include leading your rehearsal, serving as Ceremony Planner on your big day, an assistant (when necessary), and phone and email access. My couples have peace of mind knowing they have an experienced and fun Officiant dedicated to their day. You can't do your wedding ceremony "over" - so let's start things right together!