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Rev. SJ Burns, DC Wedding Officiant, eliminating the 3-day waiting period for you; so call, email, or text me.
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Congratulations, to all couples coming to DC in celebration of their love.
I'm so proud that DC is offering same sex marriages to all, including neighboring states. So thank you DC for making it possible for everyone to be equal.
I am Rev. Starlene Joyner Burns (pictured above), and I have been a DC wedding officiant since 2004. And I would love to help with your wedding ceremony needs. From applying for the marriage license to walking down the aisle; I will be there to guide you. It does not matter if your are gay or straight, I serve all faiths and all people.
Gay Marriage in DC (Q&A)
Do you want to get married upon arrival?
I can arrange that by eliminating the DC Marriage Bureau 3-day waiting period.
Here's how it work, I will file and pickup your marriage license for you. You will provide me with all the necessary paperwork, and I will deliver it to the DC Marriage Bureau on your behalf. It's that easy.
Do you want to be treated fairly?
This is not a problem. Most couples I serve tell me that's so important to them. I respect all my couples no matter their belief, lifestyle or relationship. And I officiate religious, secular (civil), and spiritual ceremonies.
All vendor recommendations I provide, support same gender loving couples right to marry.
Is coming to DC scary for you?
Let me take the fear out of it. DC is a gay friendly town. And Dupont Circle, Georgetown, Adams Morgan, and downtown DC will welcome your stay with open arms.
Want to know how much it might cost to get married in DC?
I can only estimate what your elopement or small wedding would cost:
$500 - $2500. Here's a breakdown.
marriage license (DC Marriage Bureau) $45
transportation to the ceremony site (limo, cab, car) $25 - $50
authorized DC wedding officiant $200 - $435
professional photographer (2 hours) optional $350 - $800
professional musician (violinist or guitarist) optional $200
venue (DC parks , monument sites), churches, or restaurants $50 - $1500
hotel room or suite $135 - $495
celebration dinner with cake and champagne $125 - $200
My Fee & Services: $195 - $675
signing rituals, elopements, weddings, marriage license processing
Don't Ask Don't Tell (DADT) Celebration Special Continues
If you are an active military same sex couple, you can take $45 off the Platinum elopement package (click fee and services to learn more). Offer ends 10/1/12.
If you're considering getting married at the DC Marriage Bureau and processing your own marriage license, here's what you need to know:
Be prepared to wait 1 - 3 hours to process your marriage application.
Read the parking signs and make sure you comply with the parking rules. Parking violations can cost up to $100 (+ towing).
Have enough quarters (8 minutes/quarter) for 3 hours of meter parking. But you have to move your car after the first 2 hours. Credit cards can be used. And don't park from 3:30 pm on in the rush hour lane.
Be prepared to past through security. Jackets, purses, bags, and you must pass through a metal detector.
If you are applying for the marriage license, leave your camera behind. Otherwise, security will confiscate it. And you will have to retrieve it upon departure.
Monday - Friday (except holidays) the DC Marriage Bureau performs weddings by appointment.
You cannot be more than 15 minutes late for your ceremony.
You should be prepared to wait 1/2 -2 hours for your marriage ceremony to take place (just in case the assigned officiant is delayed).
As your DC wedding officiant (and for a fee), I will go to the DC Marriage Bureau for you and process your marriage application and pick it up. Therefore, I could perform your ceremony where you want and the time you desire (with no waiting).
I am always honored and happy when couples use my services, because I'm an avid supporter for marriage equality, and a believer in equality for all. Performing a gay marriage is my way of demonstrating my love and support for same gender loving couples.
Therefore, I want to help you in every way I can with your wedding or elopement. So call me, Rev. Burns 202.253.3629, and get ready to marry in DC the easy way
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I believe that Maryland will be the next state to offer same sex marriages. I have faith. So join me on Facebook and show your support.
And thanks America for ending DADT, and thanks to everyone who helped to make this happen.
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Rev. Starlene Joyner Burns
My Gay Wedding Officiant
Washington, DC & Maryland
