How to Become Ordained As a Wedding Official
Many things came with the 21st century, including the process of becoming an ordained minister, legally capable of performing weddings without ever leaving the couch. Although requirements for legally officiating a wedding are slightly different in each state, most allow online ordination. While additional training may be needed before you are comfortable performing a wedding, you can get ordination quickly and inexpensively with little hassle.
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List the things that you want out of an ordination. Numerous websites offer you the chance to become legally ordained, each with a different price and different packages. Although you can become ordained for free, you may want to purchase a commemorative certificate or a wedding officiating guide.
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Navigate to a website that offers online ordination that includes the things you deem important. Finding the right websitemight take some time. Two popular ordination websites are listed below, but you can also find others through word-of-mouth or a directory search for online ordination. If you are a member of a particular church, you may want to be ordained through a church of that faith.
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Follow the process outlined on the website you choose to complete ordination. Select any additional packages or certifications you would like to include.
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Pay for any additional selections and print your ordination certificate. If you ordered an additional commemorative certificate, you will receive shipping information. Most websites require a credit or debit card for payment, but some allow electronic checks.
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Call your city hall to inquire about any additional requirements to perform marriages in your county. You may have to present your certificate to a clerk, or fill out paperwork stating your legal and ordination documentation.
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