We Just Got Engaged! What's Next?
While selecting rings and dresses are important, don't forget that the most important part of the wedding is the ceremony. You want to secure the services of a trained and experienced Wedding officiant. J. Patrick McDunn has performed thousands of weddings and can work with you to help you plan the ceremony that you have always dreamed of.
Where do you perform weddings?
Practically anywhere. If you have a special park or location, we can perform the ceremony there. We have performed ceremonies on couples' decks as well as in huge banquet halls. Unlike a Catholic Priest, who will only marry couples in their Church, we are free to travel and perform ceremonies in that special location that you have selected. If it is a public park, you may wish to inquire with the local town to determine if a permit is required.
Do you charge a travel fee?
As long as your ceremony is within 25 miles of Woodfield Shopping Center (Schaumburg, IL) there is on charge for travel. Beyond that, an amount can be determined.
Who are you ordained by and where is your church?
J. Patrick McDunn is a retired Christian Minister. In order to perform marriages in the state of Illinois, it is necessary to draw an affiliation with a recognized religious organization. Rev. McDunn performs marriages under the Universal Life Church Network.
Can we personalize our ceremony?
Yes- in fact, we prefer it. We will ask you some questions to determine your preferences. Based on that conversation, we will draft a ceremony that is reflective of your personalities and beliefs. Once the draft is complete, we will e-mail it to you so you can peruse it and effectively make changes. We want your ceremony to be just right, and are happy to work with you until your ceremony is exactly the way you would like it.
While selecting rings and dresses are important, don't forget that the most important part of the wedding is the ceremony. You want to secure the services of a trained and experienced Wedding officiant. J. Patrick McDunn has performed thousands of weddings and can work with you to help you plan the ceremony that you have always dreamed of.
Where do you perform weddings?
Practically anywhere. If you have a special park or location, we can perform the ceremony there. We have performed ceremonies on couples' decks as well as in huge banquet halls. Unlike a Catholic Priest, who will only marry couples in their Church, we are free to travel and perform ceremonies in that special location that you have selected. If it is a public park, you may wish to inquire with the local town to determine if a permit is required.
Do you charge a travel fee?
As long as your ceremony is within 25 miles of Woodfield Shopping Center (Schaumburg, IL) there is on charge for travel. Beyond that, an amount can be determined.
Who are you ordained by and where is your church?
J. Patrick McDunn is a retired Christian Minister. In order to perform marriages in the state of Illinois, it is necessary to draw an affiliation with a recognized religious organization. Rev. McDunn performs marriages under the Universal Life Church Network.
Can we personalize our ceremony?
Yes- in fact, we prefer it. We will ask you some questions to determine your preferences. Based on that conversation, we will draft a ceremony that is reflective of your personalities and beliefs. Once the draft is complete, we will e-mail it to you so you can peruse it and effectively make changes. We want your ceremony to be just right, and are happy to work with you until your ceremony is exactly the way you would like it.
My fiance and I come from two different religious backgrounds. Are you able to help us?
Interfaith marriages are one of the things that we do best. We can customize your ceremony until it faithfully reflects your beliefs.
I don't want to mention God, religion or anything spiritual. Is that okay?
Definitely. While we are Christian Ministers, we are happy to assist you toward making your ceremony that accurately reflects your beliefs.
Can we involve our children in the ceremony?
Of course! A popular inclusion is (what we refer to) and the "I Do, Too!" After the Declaration of Intent, the minister ask the children if they will love and support the newly married couple, to which the children respond "I Do, Too". There are many other traditions that can also be included.
Do you perform Same-Sex Weddings?
Yes! We work with LGBT couples regularly and are happy to perform ceremonies to anyone who meets the legal requirement and wants to tie the know.
How do we book you?
Simply contact us to check our availability for your date. A 1/2 deposit is required to reserve the day. This can be delivered by visiting http://paypal.me/jpmcdunn. After a few simple clicks, your deposit will be on the way and your date will be secured.
While some couples choose to pay the balance upon booking, it is not required. The balance is due on the day of the wedding with Certified Check, Money Order or Cash.
Interfaith marriages are one of the things that we do best. We can customize your ceremony until it faithfully reflects your beliefs.
I don't want to mention God, religion or anything spiritual. Is that okay?
Definitely. While we are Christian Ministers, we are happy to assist you toward making your ceremony that accurately reflects your beliefs.
Can we involve our children in the ceremony?
Of course! A popular inclusion is (what we refer to) and the "I Do, Too!" After the Declaration of Intent, the minister ask the children if they will love and support the newly married couple, to which the children respond "I Do, Too". There are many other traditions that can also be included.
Do you perform Same-Sex Weddings?
Yes! We work with LGBT couples regularly and are happy to perform ceremonies to anyone who meets the legal requirement and wants to tie the know.
How do we book you?
Simply contact us to check our availability for your date. A 1/2 deposit is required to reserve the day. This can be delivered by visiting http://paypal.me/jpmcdunn. After a few simple clicks, your deposit will be on the way and your date will be secured.
While some couples choose to pay the balance upon booking, it is not required. The balance is due on the day of the wedding with Certified Check, Money Order or Cash.
How much do you charge?
It depends. Weekday weddings are less than weekend weddings. Friday or Sunday weddings are less that Saturday weddings and Saturday morning weddings are less than Saturday evening weddings. Our prices vary from $150 to $300.
What if I have to change my start time or wedding date?
If your wedding date changes and if we are available, there is no charge for changing dates. If you wedding is cancelled, your deposit is forfeited. Please understand, when you say "yes" to a date, we begin saying "no" to everyone who comes after you. We experience a pecuniary lose when weddings are cancelled, as well.
Will you come to our wedding rehearsal?
Yes, for an additional fee, provided we are available. We contract ceremony rehearsals separately from weddings because most couples don’t want (or need) our officiant at the rehearsal. At a wedding rehearsal you are simply practicing walking in and walking out, but not the ceremony itself. Our attendance at a rehearsal varies between $50 and $100.
Do you allow pictures during the ceremony?
Yes, of course! We have heard that some ministers can be touchy about when and how pictures are taken during the ceremony, but our wedding officiants are happy to work with your other vendors. Your photographer and videographer can shoot whenever and however they would like. To maintain the sanctity of the ceremony, we do ask that photographers do not "stop" the ceremony to obtain better shots or recreate shots they have missed.
What does the Minister wear?
Rev. McDunn wears a robe (either green or black) based in the ecumenical period of the year. He wears a stole of either green, white, red or purple, also based on the ecumenical period of the year. For nondenominational ceremonies, he wears a dark suit and a red tie.
Does the minister speak any other languages other than English?
Rev. McDunn knows the same 100 words of Spanish that everyone else knows, but he certainly does not consider himself fluent in Spanish. On several occasions, couples have written portions of the ceremony out in Spanish and Rev. McDunn has read them.
Do you stay for the reception?
If you would like Rev. McDunn to stay and say Grace before dinner, we can accommodate that. Typically, we have other bookings or church matters that prohibit us from staying. We would rather you not set a plate for us that no one will eat than to invite us and let that food go to waste.
I know we tip other vendors, but what about the officiant?
Gratuities are never expected, but are always appreciated.
Can We get Married Online?
Yes! Thanks to a new order signed by J. P. Pritzer, Governor of Illinois, On-line Weddings are Legal!
You must:
1) Present a photo I. D. to me. You can hold it up to the Zoom Camera before or during the wedding
2) Attest that you are in the County that the Marriage Certificate was issued in
3) "Snail-Mail" the Marriage Certificate to me. I will complete it and file it.
That's It! After the ceremony of your choice, you will be Legally Married!
The Details are here: https://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/Executive-Orders/ExecutiveOrder2020-36.aspx
It depends. Weekday weddings are less than weekend weddings. Friday or Sunday weddings are less that Saturday weddings and Saturday morning weddings are less than Saturday evening weddings. Our prices vary from $150 to $300.
What if I have to change my start time or wedding date?
If your wedding date changes and if we are available, there is no charge for changing dates. If you wedding is cancelled, your deposit is forfeited. Please understand, when you say "yes" to a date, we begin saying "no" to everyone who comes after you. We experience a pecuniary lose when weddings are cancelled, as well.
Will you come to our wedding rehearsal?
Yes, for an additional fee, provided we are available. We contract ceremony rehearsals separately from weddings because most couples don’t want (or need) our officiant at the rehearsal. At a wedding rehearsal you are simply practicing walking in and walking out, but not the ceremony itself. Our attendance at a rehearsal varies between $50 and $100.
Do you allow pictures during the ceremony?
Yes, of course! We have heard that some ministers can be touchy about when and how pictures are taken during the ceremony, but our wedding officiants are happy to work with your other vendors. Your photographer and videographer can shoot whenever and however they would like. To maintain the sanctity of the ceremony, we do ask that photographers do not "stop" the ceremony to obtain better shots or recreate shots they have missed.
What does the Minister wear?
Rev. McDunn wears a robe (either green or black) based in the ecumenical period of the year. He wears a stole of either green, white, red or purple, also based on the ecumenical period of the year. For nondenominational ceremonies, he wears a dark suit and a red tie.
Does the minister speak any other languages other than English?
Rev. McDunn knows the same 100 words of Spanish that everyone else knows, but he certainly does not consider himself fluent in Spanish. On several occasions, couples have written portions of the ceremony out in Spanish and Rev. McDunn has read them.
Do you stay for the reception?
If you would like Rev. McDunn to stay and say Grace before dinner, we can accommodate that. Typically, we have other bookings or church matters that prohibit us from staying. We would rather you not set a plate for us that no one will eat than to invite us and let that food go to waste.
I know we tip other vendors, but what about the officiant?
Gratuities are never expected, but are always appreciated.
Can We get Married Online?
Yes! Thanks to a new order signed by J. P. Pritzer, Governor of Illinois, On-line Weddings are Legal!
You must:
1) Present a photo I. D. to me. You can hold it up to the Zoom Camera before or during the wedding
2) Attest that you are in the County that the Marriage Certificate was issued in
3) "Snail-Mail" the Marriage Certificate to me. I will complete it and file it.
That's It! After the ceremony of your choice, you will be Legally Married!
The Details are here: https://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/Executive-Orders/ExecutiveOrder2020-36.aspx
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