Notary Public
I can provide sample ceremonies that I can then tailor to your needs. I can help you create your own vows or we can do a combination of personal and tailored vows. Whichever you prefer.
I am comfortable performing a simple civil ceremony, a religious or spiritual ceremony with prayers, candle-lightings, or anything in-between. you name it! I can give you a copy of the wedding ceremony so that you can make any necessary changes or adjustments.
Choice of attire: Black suit, robe, casual wear, whatever is appropriate for your ceremony.
The elements of a wedding ceremony are somewhat universal although they may be embellished and their chronology be modified from ceremony to ceremony.
1) The Greeting
2) The Declaration of Intentions (Wedding Vows)
3) The Exchange of Rings
4) Blessings and Readings, and
5) The Pronouncement
It does not envy, it does not boast,
It is not proud.
It is not rude, it is not self-seeking,
It is not easily angered,
It keeps no record of wrongs.
Love does not delight in evil
But rejoices with the truth.
It always protects, always trusts,
Always hopes, always perserveres.
Marriage License $84.00
Confidential Marriages $95.00
To obtain your licsence go to the
Alameda County Clerk-Recorder's Office,
1106 Madison Street, Oakland, CA 94607
The fee is $84, and includes one certified copy of the completed marriage certificate. Requests for marriage licenses must be made before 4:00 PM.
To apply for a marriage license both parties, one male and one female, must appear in-person and be 18 years of age or older. Government-issued picture identification is required. The license may be used only in the state of California, no later than 90 days after it is issued.
