Sample Service Agreement for my $150 Wedding Officiant Package
This is my basic service agreement. It outlines what I agree to do for you when you hire me as your wedding officiant.
Service Agreement between Victoria Meyer and Marry Me In Indy! LLC and The Names of the couple being married.
Marry Me In Indy! agrees to:
Officiate your wedding on
Date: Day, Month, Date, Year
Time: 00:00 AM/PM
Location: Name and Address of Venue.
This package includes:
A professionally performed wedding ceremony. I will arrive up to 15 minutes early on the day of your wedding. Complete your marriage license with you and perform the ceremony script of your choosing. You will have an hour to actually get married from the scheduled start time. The ability to accommodate a late start is built into this package. This service includes a variety of services - including a quick signature and an “I do” at the place of your choosing, so I may not need to be 15 minutes early.
You will have a choice of prewritten elopement ceremony scripts. You are welcome to write your own vows or create your own ceremony.
What’s not included. I am very happy to be as excited about your wedding ceremony and wedding ceremony script as you are, however, there are some things that I no longer offer. I am open and genuinely interested in every religion and how each person relates to God. I am open to all people and I support each couple in any way they choose to get married. That does not mean that I’m the best person to marry you. I want you to understand that I’m an online ordained minister and experienced professional wedding officiant. I have a very strong Christian background but I am neither a religious person nor associated with any mainline church, therefore, I have chosen not to perform certain religious ceremonies. They include:
Full Christian ceremonies. I specialize in secular and mildly religious, non-denominational ceremonies. If you are looking for a Christian ceremony with a bible-based sermon and/or holy communion, please find an actual pastor. I’m very happy to include prayers, blessings, bible readings, and Christian unity ceremonies in your wedding ceremony. I also regularly mix Christian and Jewish elements into wedding ceremonies for couples. I LOVE that. I respect religion enough not to pretend to be something I’m not.
Pagan ceremonies. I am not a pagan. I do not know a lot about paganism. I am happy to perform modified handfastings and wedding ceremonies with pagan elements (I have some GREAT scripts!) but if you want a full Pagan wedding ceremony with the calling in of the elements and traditional wording, please find a person more suited to do that. I can act the part but I don’t feel like I can provide an authentic experience.
Communication
Meetings. These can be in person or via video chat. In-person meetings are held in my office on Monument Circle. Zoom has made meetings so much easier! If you never want a meeting that’s OK too! Everything can be, and often is, accomplished by email. Every couple and every wedding is different.
Communication is incredibly important to me. It is my goal to respond immediately or as soon as possible. Life is not perfect. If I receive an email and cannot respond immediately, I will let you know when I can.
I use a scheduling app that keeps my business on track. It includes a messaging service. It’s like email, but it doesn’t have all the functions of email. I can’t put two emails into one account and you can’t send attachments. I use Google document set to share/edit for your ceremony and you can edit the document any way you like - either directly or with the comment function. It works really well for most couples and we can bring up the document on a tablet or phone at any time. If you want to both be copied on correspondence, we can start a regular email chain. If you prefer not to use Google Docs, you are welcome to use another format and email it to me as an attachment. I use victorialmeyer@gmail.com for my correspondence.
It is optimal if we can maintain one email chain in one place if at all possible. Thank you!! My scheduling app accepts and keeps track of payments and sends automatic receipts.
Phone Calls. I request we schedule phone calls so you can have my full attention and I can be prepared to answer any questions you might have. It can be as simple as texting and asking if it’s a good time to talk. If it isn’t I will let you know when is. My phone number is (317)403-7379. I’m a full-time wedding officiant and spend many workdays in my office performing quick civil ceremonies. I’m also a mom. Your call is important but I might be busy!
Texting. You can text me at any time. (317)403-7379. My regular hours are 8 - 8 daily and my phone is set to “do not disturb” at other times. I won’t hear your text, but it probably won’t take me too long to see it. If you text or email outside those hours, it may take time for me to get back to you. If you text me at a crazy hour of the night and I see it right away, I’ll text back right away, otherwise, I will probably wait until after 8 am so I don’t wake anyone. You can let me know it’s OK to text you back at weird hours and I’m happy to do so.
Social Media Messages. Please don’t send me messages through the private messenger functions on Facebook or Instagram. It’s easier to keep track of all of our conversations if we stick to email and texting. One email chain is perfect!
Legal marriage and your marriage license. Each couple must obtain their own marriage license in accordance with Indiana state laws. I maintain a website with an excellent overview of how to get married in Indiana. I’m regularly in the Marion County Clerk’s office and am familiar with the procedures of the surrounding counties. You can view that website here: https://howtogetmarriedinindy.com/.
We can complete your marriage license at your rehearsal, on the day of your wedding, or any time leading up to your wedding. If you are already legally married in secret - or not, I’m very happy to perform a formal wedding ceremony for you and keep your secret. You may be planning your wedding for over a year and halfway through realize you need to be legally married for a really good reason. We can arrange to have you come by my office and have a quick “I do” and signature. This is a very common occurrence.
I am happy to return your marriage license for you after your wedding. If the license was issued in Marion County, I will return the license for you in person and mail you two certified copies. If the license was issued in another county, I’m happy to mail it for you. You are always welcome and encouraged to return your own marriage license in person whenever possible.
I will be the person officiating your wedding. I will not subcontract your wedding to anyone else.
If there is an emergency and I will be physically unable to perform your wedding you will be notified immediately and I will do everything within my power to find a suitable replacement to perform the already agreed upon ceremony. If I am unable to find a replacement, you will still have the agreed-upon ceremony to use any way you wish.
An “emergency” is a last-minute occurrence. If an emergency should occur, your ceremony document should already be complete and fully detailed that close to your wedding day and anyone should be able to pick it up and perform it. If I am unable to find a replacement I will also refund the amount you have already paid me.
Fees. This formal wedding ceremony package is $150. Payment is due in full when booking. If you cancel your wedding more than 30 days before your wedding day, I will refund you $50. $100 from the $150 payment is non-refundable. This payment covers all administrative time involved in correspondence and meetings as well as saving your date and time.
The 150 fee is for weddings performed in the greater Indianapolis area - within a 45 drive from my home in zip code 46037. If I have to travel farther, additional fees may apply.
$150 payment received on:
My payment policy is published on my website here: https://www.itsallabouttheceremony.com/payment-policy.html
Payment policies can change. My full payment policy as of this correspondence is:
Payment Policy For Marry Me In Indy! LLC
Marry Me In Indy! agrees to:
Officiate your wedding on
Date: Day, Month, Date, Year
Time: 00:00 AM/PM
Location: Name and Address of Venue.
This package includes:
A professionally performed wedding ceremony. I will arrive up to 15 minutes early on the day of your wedding. Complete your marriage license with you and perform the ceremony script of your choosing. You will have an hour to actually get married from the scheduled start time. The ability to accommodate a late start is built into this package. This service includes a variety of services - including a quick signature and an “I do” at the place of your choosing, so I may not need to be 15 minutes early.
You will have a choice of prewritten elopement ceremony scripts. You are welcome to write your own vows or create your own ceremony.
What’s not included. I am very happy to be as excited about your wedding ceremony and wedding ceremony script as you are, however, there are some things that I no longer offer. I am open and genuinely interested in every religion and how each person relates to God. I am open to all people and I support each couple in any way they choose to get married. That does not mean that I’m the best person to marry you. I want you to understand that I’m an online ordained minister and experienced professional wedding officiant. I have a very strong Christian background but I am neither a religious person nor associated with any mainline church, therefore, I have chosen not to perform certain religious ceremonies. They include:
Full Christian ceremonies. I specialize in secular and mildly religious, non-denominational ceremonies. If you are looking for a Christian ceremony with a bible-based sermon and/or holy communion, please find an actual pastor. I’m very happy to include prayers, blessings, bible readings, and Christian unity ceremonies in your wedding ceremony. I also regularly mix Christian and Jewish elements into wedding ceremonies for couples. I LOVE that. I respect religion enough not to pretend to be something I’m not.
Pagan ceremonies. I am not a pagan. I do not know a lot about paganism. I am happy to perform modified handfastings and wedding ceremonies with pagan elements (I have some GREAT scripts!) but if you want a full Pagan wedding ceremony with the calling in of the elements and traditional wording, please find a person more suited to do that. I can act the part but I don’t feel like I can provide an authentic experience.
Communication
Meetings. These can be in person or via video chat. In-person meetings are held in my office on Monument Circle. Zoom has made meetings so much easier! If you never want a meeting that’s OK too! Everything can be, and often is, accomplished by email. Every couple and every wedding is different.
Communication is incredibly important to me. It is my goal to respond immediately or as soon as possible. Life is not perfect. If I receive an email and cannot respond immediately, I will let you know when I can.
I use a scheduling app that keeps my business on track. It includes a messaging service. It’s like email, but it doesn’t have all the functions of email. I can’t put two emails into one account and you can’t send attachments. I use Google document set to share/edit for your ceremony and you can edit the document any way you like - either directly or with the comment function. It works really well for most couples and we can bring up the document on a tablet or phone at any time. If you want to both be copied on correspondence, we can start a regular email chain. If you prefer not to use Google Docs, you are welcome to use another format and email it to me as an attachment. I use victorialmeyer@gmail.com for my correspondence.
It is optimal if we can maintain one email chain in one place if at all possible. Thank you!! My scheduling app accepts and keeps track of payments and sends automatic receipts.
Phone Calls. I request we schedule phone calls so you can have my full attention and I can be prepared to answer any questions you might have. It can be as simple as texting and asking if it’s a good time to talk. If it isn’t I will let you know when is. My phone number is (317)403-7379. I’m a full-time wedding officiant and spend many workdays in my office performing quick civil ceremonies. I’m also a mom. Your call is important but I might be busy!
Texting. You can text me at any time. (317)403-7379. My regular hours are 8 - 8 daily and my phone is set to “do not disturb” at other times. I won’t hear your text, but it probably won’t take me too long to see it. If you text or email outside those hours, it may take time for me to get back to you. If you text me at a crazy hour of the night and I see it right away, I’ll text back right away, otherwise, I will probably wait until after 8 am so I don’t wake anyone. You can let me know it’s OK to text you back at weird hours and I’m happy to do so.
Social Media Messages. Please don’t send me messages through the private messenger functions on Facebook or Instagram. It’s easier to keep track of all of our conversations if we stick to email and texting. One email chain is perfect!
Legal marriage and your marriage license. Each couple must obtain their own marriage license in accordance with Indiana state laws. I maintain a website with an excellent overview of how to get married in Indiana. I’m regularly in the Marion County Clerk’s office and am familiar with the procedures of the surrounding counties. You can view that website here: https://howtogetmarriedinindy.com/.
We can complete your marriage license at your rehearsal, on the day of your wedding, or any time leading up to your wedding. If you are already legally married in secret - or not, I’m very happy to perform a formal wedding ceremony for you and keep your secret. You may be planning your wedding for over a year and halfway through realize you need to be legally married for a really good reason. We can arrange to have you come by my office and have a quick “I do” and signature. This is a very common occurrence.
I am happy to return your marriage license for you after your wedding. If the license was issued in Marion County, I will return the license for you in person and mail you two certified copies. If the license was issued in another county, I’m happy to mail it for you. You are always welcome and encouraged to return your own marriage license in person whenever possible.
I will be the person officiating your wedding. I will not subcontract your wedding to anyone else.
If there is an emergency and I will be physically unable to perform your wedding you will be notified immediately and I will do everything within my power to find a suitable replacement to perform the already agreed upon ceremony. If I am unable to find a replacement, you will still have the agreed-upon ceremony to use any way you wish.
An “emergency” is a last-minute occurrence. If an emergency should occur, your ceremony document should already be complete and fully detailed that close to your wedding day and anyone should be able to pick it up and perform it. If I am unable to find a replacement I will also refund the amount you have already paid me.
Fees. This formal wedding ceremony package is $150. Payment is due in full when booking. If you cancel your wedding more than 30 days before your wedding day, I will refund you $50. $100 from the $150 payment is non-refundable. This payment covers all administrative time involved in correspondence and meetings as well as saving your date and time.
The 150 fee is for weddings performed in the greater Indianapolis area - within a 45 drive from my home in zip code 46037. If I have to travel farther, additional fees may apply.
$150 payment received on:
My payment policy is published on my website here: https://www.itsallabouttheceremony.com/payment-policy.html
Payment policies can change. My full payment policy as of this correspondence is:
Payment Policy For Marry Me In Indy! LLC
- Elope Indiana, Indianapolis Wedding Officiant Services, Monument Circle Elopements, and Get Married Today in Indy! are part of Marry Me In Indy! LLC.
- Your payment will show up as Marry Me In Indy! LLC.
- Payments online are processed via Credit/Debit cards through Square. Cash payments are accepted for services in my office.
- Payments made in person or over the phone are processed through Square via Credit or Debit Card.
- For services less than $350, payment is due in full at the time of booking.
- Refunds, minus the retainer, are available if you cancel within 30 days of your scheduled appointment. (30 days or earlier before your scheduled wedding date.) $150 Appointments are subject to a $50 Retainer. $250 Appointments are subject to a $100 Retainer. The $350 Brown Count Elopement is subject to a $100 Retainer.
- For appointments scheduled within 30 days of your appointment, full refunds are available upon cancellation. (This means, if you book a wedding today for 3 weeks from now, I will refund your money. If you book a wedding for 3 months from now, I will refund your payment minus the retainer)
- $100 Civil Ceremony appointments can be refunded if canceled more than 24 hours before your appointment. If you just scheduled your appointment and changed your mind, I will refund you if you cancel within 24 hours after making the appointment. If you do not arrive for your pre-paid appointment on time, you forfeit your payment. You can make same-day appointments, subject to availability, and pay cash. Contact me, I will do my best to reschedule if needed.
- $100 Monument Circle Elopements can be canceled and refunded by Marry Me In Indy! LLC at any time due to bad weather. You can cancel up to 24 hours before your scheduled appointment. Payment is forfeited if you do not arrive within your 30-minute appointment.
- $400 Formal Wedding Packages require a $150 non-refundable retainer to save your date and time with the $250 Balance due 30 days before your wedding day and, if paid early, is refundable up until 30 days before your wedding day.
- $550 Formal Wedding Packages require a $150 non-refundable retainer to save your date and time. The $400 balance is due 30 days before your wedding day and, if paid early, is refundable up until 30 days before your wedding day.
- Victoria Meyer and Marry Me In Indy! LLC does not assume any financial liability greater than the cost of services.
- In cases of Force majeure - Such as fire, flood, tornado, or worldwide pandemic that forces the government to shut down or limit your wedding- I will do my very best to reschedule services when it is a more suitable time to do so, doing my best to work with your other vendors to find a date and time that works best for most. I go forward with the assumption that you still intend to be legally married and that I am the person you hired to legally marry you. Legal marriages can happen without guests or a reception. If you choose to no longer utilize the agreed-upon services - be they legal or to perform a formal ceremony if you are already legally married - you forfeit any payment already made.
- Refunds are issued the same way the payment was made whenever possible and can take 7-10 days to post to your account.
