Rev. Richard Barelka

Rev. Richard Barelka

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Experience: 4 Year(s)

GODs Universal Life Church
46307 Telegraph Rd #90
South Amherst, OH 44001

GODs Universal Life Church

46307 Telegraph Rd #90
South Amherst, OH 44001

440-986-2003

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  • What makes you different from other local wedding officiants? Why should someone hire you? I guide and work with the couple. I don't have a "boxed" wedding, all my weddings are personal..

  • What are your standard payment terms? deposit of $50.00 for booking and balance at time of wedding.

  • What is your customer satisfication cancellation policy? I have never had a need for a customer satisfication policy..

  • What is your event cancellation policy? once a deposit is made of the event cancelled no refund on deposit .

  • How far are you willing to travel? Is there a travel fee? I will travel the state. my travel fee covers for the room and gas. .

  • How many wedding do you officiate a year? between 14 and 24 year..

  • What kind of pre-wedding counseling is required, if any? I only ask that we meet twice before the wedding to get to know one another and plan..

  • How long after the ceremony do you file for the official marriage license? I send out the license the same day of the service..

  • What documents do I need to bring to our first meeting? Once we set up a time to meet, I will let you know details.

  • Will you marry couples of different faiths or previous divorce? Yes, the love of the couple is what brings them together, no matter the background.

  • How long does the ceremony usually last? I have done services that last as long as 15 minutes up to 45 minutes.

  • Do you normally attend the reception? When invited yes..

  • Do you have a back up officiant on call, in case of an emergency? Yes, I have two officiants whom I can call on to replace me at anytime.

  • Will you allow us to write our own vows? YES! Vows are from the heart, I do have suggestions for you go start, but I prefer you to write your own..

  • Can we read or hear your ceremony before our wedding day? Yes. After we have set a date, I will give you access into my study to plan your wedding..

  • In which states and communities are you licensed to officiate ceremonies? I am licensed for the whole State of Ohio. I am willing to travel as well..