(A) I began serving in full time ministry in 1989 and was ordained in 1993 at the World Conference of the Association of Evangelical Congregations, Christ the King in Columbus, Ohio.

(Q) Do you require Premarital Counseling?

(A) No, but I strongly encourage it. I know that one in two marriages fail. I do not want you to become a statistic. As a licensed Clinical Christian counselor, I understand many couples are uncomfortable in a traditional counseling session. For this reason I have created monthly Premarital Seminars. And I offer special consideration and arrangements for individuals and deployed military personnel who are unable to attend the seminar. (Click on link for more info) Premarital Seminar  

(Q) What should we be concerned about when choosing a minister?

(A) The concerns you should have is what are their beliefs? Where did they receive their credentials? And what is their academic background? If your faith is important to you then be cautious when choosing your minister online.

(Q) Is there a waiting period between the time we obtain our marriage license and the ceremony?

(A)   The State of Ohio no longer has a waiting period. Once you obtain your marriage license, you may celebrate your marriage immediately. However, you must solemnized your vows no longer than 60 days from the date the license is issued.

(Q) How early should we reserve our date and time?

(A) There are two priority's a couple needs to check off the list first; The officiant and the location. Flowers, caterers, music, cakes, etc. can be retained after. I suggest you book me at least six months to a year prior to your wedding. Especially for weddings on Saturdays during the months between May and September. You are taking a risk that I will not be available if you wait until the last minute. 

(Q) What is your position on divorce?

(A) I believe in the teachings of Jesus on the subject of divorce. However, I am not the judge nor the jury. 

(Q) Do you have any age requirements?

(A) I will not solemnize the marriage of a minor even if they have their parents permission and produce a Ohio Marriage License. There are others out there who will. I am not one of them.

(Q) Do you require that we meet with you face to face before the wedding?

(A) Yes, if at all possible. We can schedule a time to meet to go over thing after I have created the initial draft of your ceremony, .

Q) Do you charge mileage fees?

(A) It depends. Please click here for the counties I serve where the mileage is included in the total fee.

(Q) What types of ceremonies will you officiate? 

(A) I will officiate 

• Christian Ceremonies
• Civil Ceremonies

(Q) Are we required to have two witnesses?

(A)   The State of Ohio no longer requires that you have witnesses.

Q) What additional services do you offer?

(A) As a full time minister, I am licensed and  commissioned to provide:

• Licensed Clinical Christian Counseling for:
  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Teens 13 - 18
  • Children 9 - 12
• Board Certified Instructor
  • Training, equipping and supervising pastors and Christian leaders worldwide to counsel.
• Child Dedications
• Baptisms
• Christian Fellowship Gatherings
  • Fellowship
  • Bible Studies
  • Studies in Christian Living