Topic outline
Get credentialed to Officiate Weddings!
(You will be prompted to register a study account if you have not done so yet)
Wedding Officiant Skills (1 Credit)
by Rev. Henry Reyenga
Become a Christian Wedding Officiant in 2 Weeks
Do you want to become a Christian wedding officiant? Whether you're looking to officiate one wedding or launch a ministry, this course can help.
In this course, you'll learn:
- The role of a wedding officiant
- What to do at your first meeting with a couple
- How to research local government requirements
- God's design for marriage
- How to put together a wedding program
- How to conduct a wedding rehearsal
- How to write a wedding message
- How to conduct the actual wedding
After completing this course, you'll be eligible to enroll in the Christian Wedding Officiant Recognition Class, which will grant you the credentials to perform marriages in the United States and most places worldwide.
What you'll need:
- A computer with an internet connection
- A willingness to learn
- A desire to serve others
Click this Enroll button to start your journey to becoming a Christian wedding officiant. You will be prompted to register a study account if you have not done so yet.
Required Reading
All materials for the class are available online. No book purchase is necessary.
Assignments
1. Read the online articles for each topic. You may also save these articles to your computer for further study.
2. Listen to online video lectures.
3. Write or jot down ideas that form a sample wedding message. Share those ideas with a mentor, a spouse, or another person.
4. Complete the feedback assignments.
Grading Scale
A 95-100% A- 90-94% B+ 87-89% B 83-86% B- 80-82%
C+ 75-79%
The Officiant Handbook explains the Christian Leaders Alliance Officiant program including the Wedding Officiant. This is an excellent tool to share with others such as mentors, endorsers, pastors, engaged couples, and government officials not aware of the Christian Leaders Alliance.
The Ministry of the Officiant for Weddings
The Minister, the Biblical Design and Pre Marriage Counseling
The Wedding Program, Ceremony and Message
Finishing the Officiant Skills Course and Minister Credential Process
Write or share your thoughts on a wedding message with others.
In each part of the world, a wedding message needs to be suited for your local context and people. Some may want to share some message content with the bride and groom. Write or jot down your thoughts to show your local pastor, mentor, spouse bride and groom, or a friend. Talk about what makes a wedding message effective in your local area. What constructive comments were made concerning your message and approach?
Ready to be Recognized as a Licensed Wedding Officiant?
Are you ready to become a licensed Christian wedding officiant?If you have completed the Wedding Officiant Skills Course, you are eligible to enroll in the Licensed Christian Wedding Officiant Recognition Class. In this class, you will finalize your minister credentials by submitting one endorsement or affirming that you have Level One Endorsement at Christian Leaders Institute. You will also complete the Profile assignment so that you can be listed as a licensed minister in the Christian Leaders Alliance Directory.
After you complete the class, you will be able to order your minister credentials.
Enroll in the Licensed Christian Wedding Officiant Recognition Class.
- You will be able to officiate weddings in the United States and most places in the world.
- You will be listed in the Christian Leaders Alliance Directory, which will make you more visible to couples looking for a wedding officiant.
- You will have peace of mind knowing that you have the credentials and training to officiate a wedding ceremony.