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Post by StreetBum87 on May 26, 2009 20:39:43 GMT -5
Amy's friend is wanting to get married at bonnaroo. Any time is going to be good just not during Phish. She had an ordained minister lined up, but some things came up and now he's not able to go. So she's looking for an ordained minister now and was wondering if there was someone on here willing to marry the couple this year. Let me know if there are any takers.
Well they would need to do more than find someone to do it. They need to apply for a license in Tenn. It can take up to a month to get one so they would need to do it now.
Amy's friend is wanting to get married at bonnaroo. Any time is going to be good just not during Phish. She had an ordained minister lined up, but some things came up and now he's not able to go. So she's looking for an ordained minister now and was wondering if there was someone on here willing to marry the couple this year. Let me know if there are any takers.
Al Green is going to be there. You should write his management, you never know. Or just call his church in Memphis.
Last Edit: May 27, 2009 0:10:40 GMT -5 by Deleted - Back to Top
Amy's friend is wanting to get married at bonnaroo. Any time is going to be good just not during Phish. She had an ordained minister lined up, but some things came up and now he's not able to go. So she's looking for an ordained minister now and was wondering if there was someone on here willing to marry the couple this year. Let me know if there are any takers.
Al Green is going to be there. You should write his management, you never know. Or just call his church in Memphis.
Wait... Al Green's really a reverend? I always thought that was just a nickname. You know, like Rev Run.
Post by jambandjohn on May 27, 2009 7:00:09 GMT -5
He was the ordained pastor of the Full Gospel Tabernacle in Memphis, not sure if he still does that gig now that his singing career is cooking again. Good luck with this! Not only would the wedding be cool, but the reception would kick serious a$$....
Well they would need to do more than find someone to do it. They need to apply for a license in Tenn. It can take up to a month to get one so they would need to do it now.
Notice how I wrote "up to a month". As in anywhere from a day up to a month.
I had a friend who got married a couple of weeks ago in TN, he made the decision on a Monday, and was married on Thursday. That is all I was basing it on, what would make it take a month?
What would make any state paperwork take a month? When I got married it only took three days. But when you are planning a wedding you will usually be told that it can take anywhere up to a month to get your license.
Just did a quick search for Tennessee marriage laws and found this on the first thing I clicked. Pretty decent resource as it has all the county clerk offices listed.
"You'll typically need to apply for your marriage license at least one month before your wedding ceremony. You'll traditionally need to send in your birth certificates, tax information, and other official documents. You don't, however, want to apply for your marriage license too early. In some states, the licenses do expire, if you don't get married within a few months."
Does it have to be a minister? Or just someone who is ordained. To become ordained you just have to say that you are.
Edit: I was referring to the Protestant churches, which usually say to be ordained you just have to say that you have been "called by God" to the ministry. I realize that Catholics actually have to do some stuff.
Marriage license Laws in the state of Tennessee, here is what you need to bring with you, and what you need to know about the Tennessee marriage laws before filling out the Tennessee marriage license form.
In order to get married, you need to apply and receive a marriage license. This is the document in your state that allows you to officially tie the knot under the law. The rules for acquiring your marriage license varies from state to state, so you should check with your city's marriage bureau at your clerk of court's office to find out what your local rules are.
You'll typically need to apply for your marriage license at least one month before your wedding ceremony. You'll traditionally need to send in your birth certificates, tax information, and other official documents. You don't, however, want to apply for your marriage license too early. In some states, the licenses do expire, if you don't get married within a few months.
When you apply for your license, you'll not only need a proof of identification and age, but you'll need to apply for the certificate together, will need to provide any information about previous marriages, and will need to pay a nominal fee. You will also need to have a witness when you sign the application, so plan on bringing your maid of honor or best man with you. The bride will need to know what her married name will be before she signs the marriage certificate. You'll have to write that name on the application.
And, believe it or not, just because you have your marriage license sent to you in the mail does not mean you are officially married. You need to have a justice of the peace or a religious clergyman sign the document. On your wedding day, you'll give your chaplain your marriage license, then after the ceremony, he'll sign it and send it to the proper government agency for validation.
ID Requirement: Valid Driver's License or Certified Birth Certificate or Valid Passport.
Residency Requirement: Do not have to be a resident of Tennessee.
If previously married: A copy of Divorce Decree.
Application Requirement: Both the bride and groom must appear in person at the time of applying.
Fees: $95 unless you receive 4 hours of marriage counseling. If your county approves your counselour and your completed session, you will be given a $60 discount. If your session is not approved by either the counselor or county, you must pay $95 instead of $35.
Waiting Period: No waiting period. 3 Days if either applicant is under 18.
Blood Tests: No blood test requirement.
Under 18: If either party is under the age of 18, they must be accompanied by parents.
• If under the age of 16, Tennessee law requires that the couple receives a court order before being allowed to marry.
Proxy Marriages: No. Both parties must be present.
Common Law Marriage: No.
Cousin Marriage: Yes. First cousin marriage is allowed. All consanguineous prohibitions in Tennessee refer to lineal relations. Cousins are lateral relations and are therefore not prohibited.
Same Sex Marriage: No.
Officiants: All regular ministers of the gospel of every denomination, and Jewish rabbis, more than 18 years of age, having the care of souls may perform marriages. Ministers must endorse the marriage license and return it to the clerk of the county court within three days after the marriage.
Valid: License is valid for 30 days. The license can only be used within the State of Tennessee.
Please Note: State and county marriage license requirements often change. The above information is for guidance only and should not be regarded as legal advice.
It is important that you verify all information with your local marriage license office or county clerk before making any wedding or travel plans.
Anyway... I'm technically an ordained minister (oh yes! The things you never knew), but I don't know about Coffee County's specific laws and regulations about performing marriages. Plus I'd have no way of getting the marriage license to the county clerk, since I'm taking the bus to Roo and back.
I am ordained but I am unsure about Tennessee laws. I have done many wedding's in Indiana. You may have to be bonded in Tennessee.
edit: just found out Tennessee recently passed legislation saying you have to have to be ordained by a church or have a full time ministry duties in Tennessee...Sorry
Does it have to be a minister? Or just someone who is ordained. To become ordained you just have to say that you are.
Edit: I was referring to the Protestant churches, which usually say to be ordained you just have to say that you have been "called by God" to the ministry. I realize that Catholics actually have to do some stuff.
I can't speak for all Protestant Churches because there are thousands, and more being created every day, but the major ones do require a person to go through seminary before being ordained as a pastor/minister/priest.