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An Officiant is someone who is legally allowed to perform wedding ceremonies.

Thinking of getting married in Daytona Beach? John the tux guy is an officiant that performs wedding ceremonies in Daytona Beach, Florida. Since he is a Notary Public, John the tux guy has a special ceremony script that is similar to the script in the Notary hand book. John's Bridal & Tux World can help you plan your wedding within 24 hours. He is an Officiant, and knows a photographer, florist, can sell you a dress, and rent or sell you a suit or tuxedo. If you reside outside the State of Florida, there is no waiting time to get your marriage license in the State of Florida. If you are a resident of Florida, there is a waiting period between the time you apply for your license and the time you receive your valid Florida Marriage license application.

As the officiant, John the tux guy needs the following items to perform a legal ceremony. You must have a valid Florida Marriage License application. The union must be between a man and a woman over 18 years of age. If either party are divorced, the final divorce settlement must be finalized over 30 days ago. John the tux guy must see valid photo identification from both parties. The final okay for the script and payment are arranged prior to performing the ceremony. John the tux guy uses a script he prefers, but if there are any changes, you are welcome to change the following script. This is the wording John the tux guy usually uses when performing weddings. This is the ceremony verse:

(After the Bride walks down the aisle)

(man) and (woman) want to thank you for being here at ___________________________ for their wedding.

Dearly, beloved, we are gathered here today to join (man) and (woman) in holy matrimony.

(man), do you take (woman) to be your wife, to live together in holy matrimony, to love her, to honor her, to comfort her, and to keep her in sickness and in health, foresaking all others, for as long as you both shall live? I DO

(woman), do you take (man) to be your husband, to live together in holy matrimony, to love him, to honor him, to comfort him, and to keep him in sickness and in health, foresaking all others, for as long as you both shall live? I DO

VOWS: repeat after me. I only say 2-3 words at a time so you do not have to memorize this unless you want to say your own vows)

I, (man), take (woman), to be my wife, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death do us part.

I, (woman), take (man), to be my husband, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death do us part.

May we have the rings. (The best man and maid of honor hand the rings to the bride and groom).

After the man puts the ring on the woman's finger and holds the ring; he repeats after me

I give you this ring as a token and pledge of my constant faith and abiding love.

After the woman puts the ring on the man's finger and holds the ring; she repeats after me

I give you this ring as a token and pledge of my constant faith and abiding love.

Please join hands.

By virtue of the authority vested in me under the laws of the State of Florida, I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride.

Ladies and gentlemen, Mr. and Mrs. ________________________



FAQ about wedding ceremonies from John the tux guy.

1) After the ceremony is performed, John usually leaves the wedding before the reception. When the bride and groom hire John as the Officiant, John does not stay for the reception, unless he is invited prior to the ceremony to do so.

2) Many attendants ask John if he is a minister, clergy, rabbi, priest, etc?; which would be formal religious leadership within a religion. John the tux guy is only a Notary Public licensed in the State of Florida. John the tux guy has held a valid Notary Public license and seal since 1982 in the State of Florida.

3) Does John the tux guy need a microphone when standing in front of a large audience? No, John the tux guy can speak very loud and project his voice towards the croud; however the bride and groom are usally nervous and speak quietly, so if you want all the guests to hear the entire ceremony, John does recommend getting a microphone and speakers.

Note: Some brides want John to have his back to the audience. Not only does this look stupid in photos because John's back blocks pictures of the bride and groom, but the audience can not hear what John is saying because he is not speaking to the audience.

4) How do the bride, groom and attendants stand at the ceremony. John the tux guy, the Officiant stands in the middle, furthest way, facing the audience. The groom stands to his immediate left, then the best man, and the male attendants. The bride stands to the right, then the maid of honor, then the female attendants. The attendants need to be order with whom they are walking down the aisle with when leaving the ceremony. The bride and groom leave first, followed by the best man and maid of honor, then the other attendants in order. Then they enter the reception area in opposite order. The D.J. announces the attendant's names and then they enter the reception area.

5) Does John the tux guy charge extra to attend the rehearsal? Not usually, as long as the rehearsal is after hours for John's Bridal & Tux World, and travel time is within 10 minutes from the store. John wants to be sure your wedding goes perfectly and uses his 12 years experience to help answer questions during the rehearsal if the bride and groom have any questions they would like to ask.

6) How long does the entire ceremony last? This depends on how many attendants are in the wedding. The wording as shown takes about 7 minutes. If the guys (groom, then attendants) walk up individually first, then the ladies (attendants), then the flowergirl spreading flowers and then the bride, it will last longer. If you change the ceremony script or add to the script, it will take longer. If the ceremony is outside and the bride and groom want the unity candle lighting as part of their ceremony, it may take a long time to keep the candles lit. Many times the bride wants the bride and groom's mothers to light the candles. Be sure to rehearse the candle lighting with the mothers ahead of time on a mock candle. Some ladies have a difficult time using a lighter, especially if they are non-smokers or elderly with arthritis.

7) What is John's fee to perform the ceremony? Usually, $50.00. It depends on travel time and attire. John the tux guy will usually wear a black suit with a white dress shirt and long black tie with dress shoes. If this out-dresses the wedding party, John the tux guy will wear some informal dress clothes. John will discuss this with the bride and groom prior to the ceremony.

8) Are there any hours John is unable to perform a ceremony? Yes, John the tux guy is unable to perform a ceremony weekdays between 11-6 and Saturday 11-5. Many brides and grooms know John the tux guy and have changed the time of their wedding so John the tux guy is able to perform the ceremony.

9) Does John the tux guy charge additional fees if the wedding does not start on time? No, everyone else will charge the bride and groom enough extra fees for a late start, and John does not mind a late start.

John the tux guy from John's Bridal & Tux World will be more than happy to perform your ceremony the way you request to make this the day you have been dreaming about since you were a little girl and little boy.