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Ah! So You’re buying a house? You’ll want to consider Tenancy by the Entirety!

December 6, 2012 by Preacher Leave a Comment

“Ah, so you’re buying a house? You’ll want to consider Tenancy by the Entirety!”

Definition from http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/tenancy_by_the_entirety: Tenancy by the entirety is a type of shared ownership of property recognized in most states, available only to married couples. Much like

"What do you DO, exactly?"

November 28, 2012 by Preacher Leave a Comment

Has God been invited to your wedding?

Dear Engaged Couples—

When you engage my services, I, your wedding officiant, will suggest that we meet at least twice—once, basically, so that we can find out if we are simpatico. You know,

Advice from a Decorator

November 8, 2012 by Preacher Leave a Comment

The new couple’s first dance

You want to know how to decorate for your wedding and reception? Find out how a decorator does it.

Rodes Farm in Nelson County, Virginia

Several weeks ago, I had the privilege to officiate at

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,

Oh the Places you’ll Go; Oh, the People You’ll Meet!

September 24, 2012 by Preacher Leave a Comment

Dear Engaged Couples and Newlyweds-

“Oh the Places you’ll Go; Oh, the People you’ll Meet!” You remember those lines? They are from Dr. Seuss’s book, Oh the Places You’ll Go. Who would have thought a year ago that those