Archives for October 2012

What should I get my love for Christmas?

October 31, 2012 by Preacher Leave a Comment

Dear Engaged Couple—

Yes, I am a wedding officiant but I am also a premarital counselor. I see couples who don’t necessarily have problems going into their marriage, but who want to find out more about each other. Through counseling

Hope Springs!

October 18, 2012 by Preacher Leave a Comment

Dear Engaged Couple—If you are looking for a movie to see that will help you avoid those inevitable pitfalls in married life, may I recommend Hope Springs. It stars Meryl Streep and Tommy Lee Jones—a powerhouse of acting talent

Photographers!

October 11, 2012 by Preacher Leave a Comment

Wedding photography done RIGHT!–after the service

For many years I pastored a church. In my role as pastor I set parameters for photographers—“The wedding service is holy. It is not primarily a photo op, so please reserve your photo-taking for

I’ve Got a Great Idea! Let’s let Bruce Do It!

October 6, 2012 by Preacher Leave a Comment

Dear Engaged Couple,

No you really won’t offend me if you are thinking, “I don’t have a minister, and I don’t want a religious wedding anyway. But I really don’t really want an officiant to marry us, either. I mean,