Wendy's Wedding Works

Forever… Vow to love each other  FOREVER!

Have your wedding YOUR way!

Helping You From "Yes" to "I Do"!

You can have your ceremony at the location of your choice, such as a beach, a garden or park, on a bridge, by a river, or in your home or reception facility.  Why not make good use of the natural beauty that our province has to offer?  You can’t beat outdoor weddings, but remember to always have an indoor location reserved in the case of inclement weather.

 

Wendy will travel within two hours of St. John’s, basically covering the Avalon Peninsula.  An hourly, return travel fee will apply.

Times they are a changin’.  What used to be formal church weddings have changed to private civil weddings almost overnight.  Your ceremony can be as small as two witnesses or as large as your facility or garden can hold.  If you choose to have a large number of guests, in a public venue, it should be booked well in advance to ensure that you will be able to hire reputable professionals.  If you opt for a small, private wedding in your home or garden, you can plan easily with short notice.

Location…

 

 

A Newfoundland and Labrador marriage licence must be presented to have a wedding ceremony.  Wendy can book your wedding well in advance or she can be available on short notice, depending on her schedule.  If this is your first marriage and you want to get married outside of the church or if you cannot get re-married in a church because of divorce, this is the solution for you. 

Wedding Ceremony…

 

 

An anniversary is a great time to renew your wedding vows.  It makes for a great surprise!  You can now involve your children in your celebration of love and family.

 

This is also useful to those who were married in another country, like the U.S., for immigration purposes.  You can come home to renew your vows in front of your family and friends.

Wedding Vow Renewal…

 

 

In order to get married in Newfoundland and Labrador, you must obtain a marriage license from this province.  For a list of Marriage License Issuers, please visit Government of Newfoundland and Labrador website.

Marriage Licence…

 

 

Some people choose to express their love without legal documents.  You may be separated but not divorced, or you may be living common-law.  Whatever your reason, we will work with you to design a ceremony just for you.

Commitment Ceremony…

 

 

At the initial meeting, you will receive a sample ceremony template for your perusal and a deposit is required to confirm your booking.  You can decide, over time, what you want to keep for your ceremony.  You may call us at any time throughout your engagement, to discuss any questions you may have.

 

Many things are included in the cost of your wedding ceremony.  When you hire Wendy, you are buying peace of mind.  You do not have to worry about her commitment to your ceremony date.  You will never meet a person who is more dedicated to their clients. 

 

Because Wendy is officiating, her package of ceremony helpful hints is included.  You will benefit from her ideas and suggestions; things that you may not have thought of.  You have access to a toll-free number and you will get a keepsake of your ceremony.  The need for a rehearsal is determined by the complexity of your ceremony.  It is included, but because Wendy handles everything for you, most people just have the party. 

 

About one week before the wedding, there will be a final meeting to discuss the ceremony in detail and this is when the balance is due.  This is also when the wording and layout are finalized and the legal documents are prepared.  When you leave this meeting, you can rest assured that the formalities for your ceremony are ready.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Preparation…

 

 

Wedding Style…

 

 

Types of Ceremonies

All of the things you’ve disliked about weddings in the past can now stay in the past.  For the very first time, you are able make ALL of the decisions about your ceremony.  Except for the legal vows and announcement, the rest is entirely up to you.  There are no surprises!  To avoid regrets which often occur during the ceremony, take control by making choices that are right for YOU.

 

The average ceremony is fifteen minutes long, but it can range from five minutes to thirty minutes, depending on the layout that you choose.  You and your guests will benefit from the relaxed atmosphere.  For those who may have issues surrounding your civil ceremony, the familiarity of a unity candle, a reading from a bible or a musical solo can often help to bridge the gap.  Your ceremony will have no restrictions and Wendy will work with you to design the ceremony that is perfect for you and your family.

 

Whether this is your first wedding or not, having your ceremony personalized will be an experience like no other.  Your family will play an active role in your wedding ceremony, especially your children with such duties as presenting the rings or signing for you, if they are sixteen. You can remember loved ones who have passed with a memorial candle, represent the union of your two lives with a unity candle or a sand ceremony and exchange roses as your first gifts as a newly married couple.  You can even write your own vows.  You are limited only by your imagination.

Ceremony Content…

 

 

On the big day, Wendy will arrive thirty minutes early to help set up and to make sure that everything is done in a timely fashion.  She will work closely with the videographer, photographer, decorator and musicians to help things go more smoothly.  Wendy is very thorough and her attention to detail will ensure that things are done well.

 

Throughout the ceremony, Wendy will manage everything.  She will tell you what to do and when and she will even cue the musicians.  Although one is included, most people do not need a rehearsal for this reason.  She will speak slowly and clearly when it is time for you to repeat your vows, so don’t worry.

 

Following the recession, Wendy will wish you luck, maybe pose for a photo with you and mingle for a short while.  You will receive a keepsake binder with a transcript of your ceremony and a keepsake marriage certificate inside.  Thank you, but you do not have to reserve a dinner for her, as she is often expected at another wedding.

The Big Day…