Professional Background and Philosophy:

Barbara is a true professional in her field. Her calming approach to marriage makes a Bride and Groom feel relaxed and comfortable on this most important day of their lives. Her warm smile and peaceful demeanor portray the feeling that she has been a long time friend to the couple.

Barbara has been an ordained minister for many years and has studied many different religions in order to broaden her views and embrace each one more openly. She completed a thesis on "Blending Beliefs and Finding Common Ground in Religion."

Barbara believes that each ceremony should be an individual creation and reflect each couple’s personal taste and beliefs. Every ceremony is a sacred occasion and is written with a lot of love and care. Her warmth and involvement with couples shows in the response, enthusiasm and lasting friendships that evolve from the ceremonies she performs. Whether the ceremony includes one couple on the beach, or 300 guests at a chapel or other wedding site, the same attention to detail and perfection is honored.

What Makes My Services Special:

As a Non-Denominational Minister, I welcome couples of any faith, as well as those who are inter-faith or who are not associated with any particular church or religion. I spend time with my couples getting to know them in a very personal way and work with them to create the words and feelings that best represent their individual ideas and lifestyle. I offer a complimentary consultation so we can get to know each other, answer questions, and have the opportunity to share ceremony ideas or a wedding video. My ceremonies vary from contemporary, to spiritual or traditional with a wide range of resources.

I offer a set of questions that not only helps me write the ceremony, but also helps the couple take a realistic look at their future and the commitment they are making to each other. This is always a very positive experience for my couples.

Each ceremony is created especially for you—no two ceremonies are the same. It is a privilege for me to combine different traditions and rituals, such as Sharing the Wine Cup, Breaking of the Wine Glass, The Lasso or Infinity Ceremony, Rose Exchange for the Bride and Groom and Parents, Hand-Fasting, and many others.