| The New Providence Life Ministry |
| Frequently Asked Questions |
1. We know the date of our wedding. What do we do next?
Just complete the Information Form on our website http://www.
NewProvidenceLifeMinistry.com/ or you can contact us by telephone
at (214) 497-0739 or contact us via email:
info@NewProvidenceLifeMinistry.com . We will gather information
about you and the type of ceremony that you want, and answer any
questions that you have about our services. If you like, we can set up a
consultation with you where we can talk in depth about your ceremony.
2. What allows you to perform the ceremony?
Our Minister is properly ordained By the New Providence Life
Ministry. Rev. David Hoff is qualified to perform weddings in every
State. He has specialized in counseling hundreds of per-marital
couples prior to officiating wedding services.
3. We want to get married in a Church but we don't belong to one.
What can we do?
Most traditional churches only rent their churches to members. The
Christian Unitarian Free Church may be able to help. www.
ChristianUnitarian.org. Also, Quaker Friends and Unitarian
Universalists are both willing to rent their churches for ceremonies.
For a listing of Quaker churches: www.quakerfinder.org. For a listing
of Unitarian Universalist churches: www.uua.org/CONG/index/php
4. What does the Minister normally wear during the ceremony?
We generally wear minister’s robes for most ceremonies or a suit for the
civil ceremony but we can change our attire to suit your preferences.
Regarding appearances, we strive to make every aspect of your
ceremony a joyous occasion and not cause any offense to any guest or
to the bridal couple. Tell us what is important to you and we will best
accommodate each and every service.
5. How long does the ceremony last?
Most ceremonies are between 15-30 minutes, depending on what the
couple wants to include in the ceremony. The length of the ceremony is
totally up to you. The length depends on many variables including; will
someone read a poem or sing; how many people in the bridal party
processing in and out etc. You are not charged based on the length of
your ceremony or how many guests you have. It should be only as long as
you want it to be.
6. What is the fee?
There are many variables for every wedding such as the location of the
ceremony. If you email or call us with the particulars of your wedding, we
will be able to tell you the fee amount. Most wedding ceremonies will
cost just $150
7. How do we get a marriage license?
The rules for getting a marriage license depend upon the state you will
be married in. View our Wedding_Info page for more information.
8. What ceremonies do you perform?
We have done almost every kind of ceremony that you can think of:
Christian:
Anglican, traditional, alternative, non-denominational, interfaith,
religious, spiritual,
Non-religious:
Civil
Also:
Masonic, second marriages, vow renewals, commitment and more.
We will customize your wedding to be exactly what you want it to be.
You will not be disappointed.
9. Where do you perform ceremonies?
We can perform wedding ceremonies wherever you are getting married,
including churches, reception halls, historic buildings, parks, beach,
boats, on the sea, horse drawn carriages, outdoors, on horse back, or
at your own home.
10. Do you do outdoor weddings?
Yes. We are willing and very capable of performing ceremonies in parks,
gardens, gazebos, boats, the beach, the grounds of historic buildings,
etc. Since it is impossible to predict the weather, we recommend that
an alternate place be picked in case of inclement weather on the
wedding day.
11. As a Minister, what other services do you provide?
The New Providence Life Ministry specializes in the aspect of
Marriage and therefore offer a full spectrum of related ministerial
services such as:
Per-marital Consulting
Vow Renewals
Commitment Ceremonies
12. Do you require premarital counseling?
No, we do not require premarital counseling. You and your partner are
adults and your choices in such matters are strictly your own. However,
if you wish to have premarital counseling, our ministers are qualified
and will help you any way we can.
13. Do we need a rehearsal?
A rehearsal with the Minister does incur an extra charge. Couples
have different feelings on this issue. Most couples find that a rehearsal
is not necessary as long as the minister/officiant is experienced and
knowledgeable. Other couples choose to rehearse so the minister can
advise them on the best procedure to use. Some have a rehearsal but
do it without the minister since the minister knows their part and the
couple just wants to familiarize the wedding party with the wedding site
and their part in the ceremony. Another option that saves money for
the couple if they are intent on a rehearsal is to do a short rehearsal a
half-hour before the ceremony begins. To add to your comfort level,
consider the following: We make sure we arrive early to the wedding
site, usually half hour before the wedding begins, so that we can go over
anything which needs to be addressed.
We have the entire wedding script in front of us during the wedding
ceremony, all of which you per-approve in advance so that there are no
last minute surprises.
Not having a separate-day rehearsal keeps the cost down for you since
we don’t have to travel twice to the wedding location.
We put our heart and soul into each wedding ceremony and personally
make it our highest priority to make each one great. We can assure you
that you and your guests will absolutely love your wedding ceremony.
14. Do we tip the minister?
If you feel you have received wonderful service and wish to express your
gratitude, please feel free to do so. The New Providence Life Ministry
donates a significant portion of their income to the a underprivileged
children's ministry so your generosity will also help others.
15. Can we use a credit card or debit card to pay for our wedding
ceremony?
The New Providence Life Ministry is not currently set up for this type
of payment, we are working on this issue right now and such be able to
do so my 03.15.2008. Payments can be made by; Check - Money order
- Cash - etc... (Please note that your wedding date is reserved only
upon receipt of your deposit or full payment.)
16. Do you perform weddings in places other than the Dallas,
Arlington, Mid-Cities, Fort Worth,Texas areas?
Yes. We will perform your wedding ceremony anywhere in the United
States, unfortunately we do have to charge you for the traveling costs
and associated fees for the time taken to get there and back which, due
to fuel costs, lodging, can be high; but you will be getting the best.
Just complete the Information Form on our website http://www.
NewProvidenceLifeMinistry.com/ or you can contact us by telephone
at (214) 497-0739 or contact us via email:
info@NewProvidenceLifeMinistry.com . We will gather information
about you and the type of ceremony that you want, and answer any
questions that you have about our services. If you like, we can set up a
consultation with you where we can talk in depth about your ceremony.
2. What allows you to perform the ceremony?
Our Minister is properly ordained By the New Providence Life
Ministry. Rev. David Hoff is qualified to perform weddings in every
State. He has specialized in counseling hundreds of per-marital
couples prior to officiating wedding services.
3. We want to get married in a Church but we don't belong to one.
What can we do?
Most traditional churches only rent their churches to members. The
Christian Unitarian Free Church may be able to help. www.
ChristianUnitarian.org. Also, Quaker Friends and Unitarian
Universalists are both willing to rent their churches for ceremonies.
For a listing of Quaker churches: www.quakerfinder.org. For a listing
of Unitarian Universalist churches: www.uua.org/CONG/index/php
4. What does the Minister normally wear during the ceremony?
We generally wear minister’s robes for most ceremonies or a suit for the
civil ceremony but we can change our attire to suit your preferences.
Regarding appearances, we strive to make every aspect of your
ceremony a joyous occasion and not cause any offense to any guest or
to the bridal couple. Tell us what is important to you and we will best
accommodate each and every service.
5. How long does the ceremony last?
Most ceremonies are between 15-30 minutes, depending on what the
couple wants to include in the ceremony. The length of the ceremony is
totally up to you. The length depends on many variables including; will
someone read a poem or sing; how many people in the bridal party
processing in and out etc. You are not charged based on the length of
your ceremony or how many guests you have. It should be only as long as
you want it to be.
6. What is the fee?
There are many variables for every wedding such as the location of the
ceremony. If you email or call us with the particulars of your wedding, we
will be able to tell you the fee amount. Most wedding ceremonies will
cost just $150
7. How do we get a marriage license?
The rules for getting a marriage license depend upon the state you will
be married in. View our Wedding_Info page for more information.
8. What ceremonies do you perform?
We have done almost every kind of ceremony that you can think of:
Christian:
Anglican, traditional, alternative, non-denominational, interfaith,
religious, spiritual,
Non-religious:
Civil
Also:
Masonic, second marriages, vow renewals, commitment and more.
We will customize your wedding to be exactly what you want it to be.
You will not be disappointed.
9. Where do you perform ceremonies?
We can perform wedding ceremonies wherever you are getting married,
including churches, reception halls, historic buildings, parks, beach,
boats, on the sea, horse drawn carriages, outdoors, on horse back, or
at your own home.
10. Do you do outdoor weddings?
Yes. We are willing and very capable of performing ceremonies in parks,
gardens, gazebos, boats, the beach, the grounds of historic buildings,
etc. Since it is impossible to predict the weather, we recommend that
an alternate place be picked in case of inclement weather on the
wedding day.
11. As a Minister, what other services do you provide?
The New Providence Life Ministry specializes in the aspect of
Marriage and therefore offer a full spectrum of related ministerial
services such as:
Per-marital Consulting
Vow Renewals
Commitment Ceremonies
12. Do you require premarital counseling?
No, we do not require premarital counseling. You and your partner are
adults and your choices in such matters are strictly your own. However,
if you wish to have premarital counseling, our ministers are qualified
and will help you any way we can.
13. Do we need a rehearsal?
A rehearsal with the Minister does incur an extra charge. Couples
have different feelings on this issue. Most couples find that a rehearsal
is not necessary as long as the minister/officiant is experienced and
knowledgeable. Other couples choose to rehearse so the minister can
advise them on the best procedure to use. Some have a rehearsal but
do it without the minister since the minister knows their part and the
couple just wants to familiarize the wedding party with the wedding site
and their part in the ceremony. Another option that saves money for
the couple if they are intent on a rehearsal is to do a short rehearsal a
half-hour before the ceremony begins. To add to your comfort level,
consider the following: We make sure we arrive early to the wedding
site, usually half hour before the wedding begins, so that we can go over
anything which needs to be addressed.
We have the entire wedding script in front of us during the wedding
ceremony, all of which you per-approve in advance so that there are no
last minute surprises.
Not having a separate-day rehearsal keeps the cost down for you since
we don’t have to travel twice to the wedding location.
We put our heart and soul into each wedding ceremony and personally
make it our highest priority to make each one great. We can assure you
that you and your guests will absolutely love your wedding ceremony.
14. Do we tip the minister?
If you feel you have received wonderful service and wish to express your
gratitude, please feel free to do so. The New Providence Life Ministry
donates a significant portion of their income to the a underprivileged
children's ministry so your generosity will also help others.
15. Can we use a credit card or debit card to pay for our wedding
ceremony?
The New Providence Life Ministry is not currently set up for this type
of payment, we are working on this issue right now and such be able to
do so my 03.15.2008. Payments can be made by; Check - Money order
- Cash - etc... (Please note that your wedding date is reserved only
upon receipt of your deposit or full payment.)
16. Do you perform weddings in places other than the Dallas,
Arlington, Mid-Cities, Fort Worth,Texas areas?
Yes. We will perform your wedding ceremony anywhere in the United
States, unfortunately we do have to charge you for the traveling costs
and associated fees for the time taken to get there and back which, due
to fuel costs, lodging, can be high; but you will be getting the best.
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| For Information Regarding Prices, Services and Availability, Please e-mail All Questions to Reverend David at: rev.david@newprovidencelifeministry.com |
| The New Providence Life Ministry is Non-Denominational Christian Based Marriage Ministry Located in Dallas Texas Serving All the Surrounding Areas Including the Mid-cities and Fort Worth |