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We Are Pleased To Announce Our Availability To Perform Legal New Jersey Civil Union Ceremonies For ALL Couples Wishing To Unite In Love!

Because We Also Believe That Legal Marriage For All Couples In New Jersey Is Fair and Just, We Are Pleased to Offer a Special "Civil Union Now, Marriage Ceremony In the Future" Package to All Couples!

TheMarriageMan.net Officiants Look Forward To Performing Marriages For ALL Couples Seeking to Express Their Love and Devotion In the Not-Too-Distant Future! However, At This Time, The Benefits of New Jersey's Current Civil Union Law Deserve A Special Commemoration!

Please Contact Us To Arrange A Wonderful Custom Ceremony For You On Your Special Day!

We Perform Ceremonies at the Location of Your Choice , and Can Also Assist You In Finding Locations Available For Your Special Ceremony!

When The Legislature Accepts Its Responsibility to Recognize the Equality of All Citizens, We Will Be Thrilled To Also Officiate Your Marriage Ceremony!

Lock-In A Special "Civil Union Now/Future Marriage Ceremony" Package Arrangement By Contacting TheMarriageMan.net!

For A Wonderful Ceremony, Check Out the Special Packages Available In Recognition of the Historic New Jersey Ruling! Truly Beautiful, Truly Affordable! Elegant Ceremonies For All Budgets! Don't Miss Out! Reserve For a Winter or Spring Ceremony Now!

If you're dreaming of a wonderful celebration of love, The Marriage Man helps make dreams come true!

The Marriage Man believes ALL couples should be able to determine the when, where and how of their celebration.

Over the past several years the officiants at The Marriage Man have performed commitment ceremonies for many couples unable to legally marry in New Jersey. We now celebrate the legal recognition of ALL couples ! It would be our pleasure and privilege to officiate your civil union ceremony in a manner that expresses your thoughts and feelings on your very special day! And, of course, we look forward to uniting you in a marriage ceremony in the not-too-distant future!

Your special celebration is YOUR day! Please take some time and browse through our site---there is a great deal of important and enlightening information in the various areas on the site. See how The Marriage Man can help you make your special ceremony just the way you want it!

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The Marriage Man will work with you to design the vows and ceremony you desire. A brief ceremony or an elaborate ceremony---your special day should be the way you want it! If you desire personalized vows, The Marriage Man officiants can also help you find just the words to express the love and commitment you wish to communicate. You can choose from numerous versions in our collection of vows, or design and write your own vows. Your thoughts, your feelings, your words...your special day! Click here for information about sample ceremonies!!

In addition, TheMarriageMan.net Ceremony Officiant performing your ceremony will wear the attire appropriate for your ceremony. Our officiants are comfortable performing ceremonies in a business suit, a robe, formal wear, or even "theme" (Western attire, beach attire, etc) clothing. Although choice of attire (business suit, robe, formal wear) is included in our professional services fee, theme clothing requires special arrangements. We'll be happy to discuss attire options with you! Rev. Heisinger's most frequently requested attire is viewable here (Please close new page to return here!)

For a variety of reasons, many couples don't want to plan or wait months or years to be celebrate their union. Unlike many officiants who will conduct ceremonies only on Saturdays and require several weeks advance notice, The Marriage Man officiants can sometimes be ready to perform your ceremony with just a few hours notice. Of course, if you want to plan a special ceremony weeks or months in advance, The Marriage Man will be happy to assist you in planning your ceremony to your exact wishes.

Nowadays, it seems that many ceremony dates are determined by "availabilty." Churches are booked years in advance for many dates, and, celebrations are sometimes delayed or hurried because several events are being conducted one after another on the same day. The Marriage Man officiants will work with you to officiate your celebration on the date and time YOU want! While many officiants will only work on Saturdays, and only before 5 p.m., the Marriage Man officiants ares available when you want to have your event! Wednesday at 7 p.m.? No problem! On your birthday? Sunday the 15th at 1:38 p.m.? The Marriage Man officiants will be there! It's your special day--you pick the date and time!

AT THE PRESENT TIME WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT BOOKINGS FOR WEDDINGS and civil union ceremonies AT THE JOHN SUMMERILL HOUSE.

Whether you want a brief civil ceremony, or a spiritual ceremony that is custom-designed to express your special thoughts and feelings, the officiants at The Marriage Man ceremonies will help you celebrate your special ceremony just the way you desire. We are currently offering ceremonies at the location of your choice: Get Details Here!

There are many reasons more people are choosing not to have large ceremonies and huge receptions---and money is one of the biggest reasons. The number one goal of The Marriage Man officiants is to provide couples with a happy, joyous, and memorable special day no matter what your budget. If you can't afford a big celebration, or, if you wisely want to save money for more important long-term goals (a car, a house, a family, etc.), The Marriage Man officiants can help you plan a fantastic special day---within your budget--- that you'll always cherish! Contact The Marriage Man for a free, no-obligation consultation on how to make your celebration just the way you want it!

The Beatles sang "All You Need Is Love," and The Marriage Man follows that credo in life. If you have love, you're on the right track to a wonderful life.

Of course, love is different for each and every one of us. The Marriage Man recognizes all love, and believes true love and commitment deserves recognition and commemoration. In the past, this paragraph offered information on our lovely commitment ceremonies. We are now pleased to discard that information and say "It would be our pleasure and privilege to perform your legal civil union ceremony," to ALL couples wishing to take advantage of New Jersey's recently enacted Civil Union laws !!!!!! And, that sentiment goes out especially to all the wonderful couples we have had the privilege to meet and become friends with by performing commitment ceremonies over the years. We'd love to see you again!!!!!! And, please note that we are offering a special discount package of professional service fees for the "Civil Union Now/Future Marriage Ceremony" celebration! Just ask The Marriage Man, Rev. Bryant Heisinger, for details about he and his associate ceremony officiants can make your special day become reality!

The Marriage Man will gladly counsel prospective couples on the requirements, including the steps for acquiring a marriage license or civil union license, upon request. However, most couples will find the general information below will give them a head start in answering most questions they have regarding the process. It will even direct you to a license application form that can be printed and completed by the couple before going to a registrar. If you plan on having The Marriage Man perform your ceremony, he will provide you with the necessary information you will need to complete your license application.

Licenses for weddings/civil unions in New Jersey are obtained by visiting the Registrar of Vital Statistics in the New Jersey town where either party resides. The wedding or civil union ceremony may then be performed in any New Jersey location. If neither party is a New Jersey resident, the license must be applied for and obtained in the town where the ceremony will take place. Be sure to take an adult witness who knows both of you when you go to apply for the license. It takes 72 hours--3 business days, before a license will be issued. Don't wait until "just before" your ceremony to apply for your license----because most registrar offices are closed on weekends, you MUST apply on a Monday or a Tuesday if you want to be able to get your license before THAT weekend. To avoid "last-minute" deadlines, we suggest making an application at least two weeks before the ceremony. You will need proper identification and other personal information when you apply for your license. You will also need to supply the registrar with the details of your ceremony--date, location, time, and contact information for the person performing your ceremony. You can get detailed information on applying for a license, including a printable application you can complete and take to the registrar by clicking here. As of this time the total cost of the license application is $28 in New Jersey. Here is a website with a directory to local Registrars of Vital Statistics in New Jersey. You may want to call the registrar before applying to make certain you will have the necessary documents with you, and that the office will be open when you arrive.

Once you receive the license, it is valid for 30 days. Be sure you do not write on it or sign it until directed to do so by the person performing your ceremony. You must present a valid marriage or civil union license to be married or enter into a civil union--do not lose it or forget to bring it to the ceremony. You will also need two adult witnesses to sign your marriage or civil union certificate after the ceremony. If you will not have two witnesses present, the Marriage Man can arrange to have legal witnesses present for a nominal fee.

The Marriage Man will see that your marriage or civil union license will be officially filed with the proper registrar after the ceremony. You will receive a ceremonial copy of your license following the ceremony. However, you may need a certified copy of your license for numerous legal matters following a marriage or civil union. You may obtain information on obtaining a certified copy of your license from the registrar in the town your ceremony took place (The Marriage Man officiants will always provide you with full details on how to obtain a certified copy of your license!).

The Marriage Man will be pleased to answer any questions you have about obtaining a license, or any other matters pertaining to your wedding or civil union ceremony. For additional information, click here (technical problems with the New Jersey Statute database have recently occurred. You may need to use the "search" field---type or copy and paste in : Title 37 Marriages and Married Persons ) to find official New Jersey marriage statutes.

Rev. Bryant Heisinger, Marriage Officiant, Ordained Under the Auspices of the Universal Life Church

E-MAIL: Bryant@TheMarriageMan.net IMPORTANT NOTE: E-mail is the quickest, most reliable way to contact the Marriage Man. I prefer to correspond via e-mail as much as possible. However, in recent weeks I have noticed that a few people who e-mail me have "spam guard" settings on their e-mail that does not allow e-mail to be received in their accounts unless the sender is pre-approved. As a result, I occasionally can not successfully return e-mail to some who request info via e-mail. I answer ALL e-mail in less than 12 hours; if you do not get a reply from me in 24 hours, there is a "glitch" somewhere. Please call (609-206-8936) if you do not hear from me in 24 hours. Also, it is helpful for me in answering many questions sent to me if I have important information about the couple such as: 1) current residence (city and state); 2) desired ceremony date; 3) number of guests (if any) expected at ceremony; 4) any other info you feel would be helpful regarding your celebration plans (phone numbers, names of the couple, type of ceremony desired, etc.). If you do not wish to include that information in your e-mail, I will still do my best to answer questions, but most of the time I need that info to adequately address the concerns of the bride and groom.

Phone: 609-206-8936 I reserve 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. M-F evenings to offer no-obligation civil union ceremony consultations. Please leave a message (number and best time to call )if we are unable to answer. I will contact you as soon as possible.

Over the past several years, The Marriage Man, Rev. Bryant Heisinger, has had only one goal as a ceremony officiant---to help provide every couple he has the privilege to serve enjoy a wonderful and memorable ceremony! His commitment to “do whatever it takes” to help a couple celebrate their special day in a manner that exceeds their expectations has elated scores of couples. As a result, he receives many ceremony requests through referrals from the couples he has officiated for over the years. Because of the ever-increasing demand for the personalized officiating services provided by The Marriage Man , Reverend Heisinger is pleased to announce the association of Rev. Daniel Bittner, ULC, Rev. Linda Schapley, ULC, Rev. Walter Niebauer, ULC, and Rev. Lorraine Nunes, ULC, with TheMarriageMan.net ceremony officiant services. Rev. Bittner, Rev. Schapley, Rev. Niebauer and Rev. Nunes possess the stringent qualifications required to provide the outstanding professional services TheMarriageMan.net has become recognized for in NJ, PA, DE, and MD . Sharing Rev. Heisinger’s goal of making every ceremony a wonderful and joyous occasion, Rev. Bittner, Rev. Nunes, Rev. Niebauer and Rev. Schapley will help TheMarriageMan.net to provide its customized officiating services to more couples celebrating their special day!

Whether your officiant is Rev. Heisinger, Rev. Niebauer, Rev. Bittner, Rev. Nunes, or Rev. Schapley, you can be certain that making your special ceremony dreams come true is our only goal!

We are in the process of updating information on packages and locations available for your civil union or wedding ceremony in New Jersey. At the current time we are offering the comprehensive "Have Vows, Will Travel" ceremony package (details below) at the location of your choice. We are negotiating to have some exciting additional packages and locations available beginning in Spring, 2008. Check back soon for details!!!

Please note, all ceremonies require a $50 non-refundable deposit (credited towards the total ceremony honorarium) to reserve a wedding date.

Contact The Marriage Man by e-mail or phone (609-206-8936) to arrange a discussion of the many possibilities for your wedding day!

Ask About Special Discounts For Weeknight (M-T-W-T) Spring/Summer Ceremonies!

Have Vows, Will Travel Ceremony Package

The Marriage Man will unite you at the South Jersey location of your choice. In addition, he will consult with you as needed via phone, e-mail, or in person (at his office), to make certain all ceremony arrangements are in order. You will be entitled to a selection of customized vows. and the ceremony may, if desired, include a Unity Candle ceremony, readings or other special traditions you may choose. Please call well in advance for "on-location" ceremonies.

Special Features For 2008 On-Location Ceremonies:

Here's what is included with an "on-location" civil union ceremony conducted by a TheMarriageMan.net ceremony officiant: 1) We advise couples, in advance of the ceremony, on the civil union laws and procedures for obtaining a civil union license. 2) We work, in advance of the ceremony, with each couple via e-mail and phone to create a custom-designed civil union ceremony that expresses their thoughts and feelings. We will meet in-person, if desired by the couple, at my office in Penns Grove. 3) We arrive ahead of time to review/rehearse, then officiate the ceremony with the utmost reverence and respect. 4) We will conduct, if desired, a Unity candle (candles supplied by the couple) ceremony for each couple as part of their vows. Other traditions may also be included in the ceremony at no additional fee. 5) We can, if desired, provide music (CDs and CD player) for appropriate before, during and after ceremony music. 6) We will, if desired, take commemorative photos that we will post (if desired) on a special web page for each couple. 7) We present each couple with a commemorative Civil Union ( "United In Love") certificate (suitable for framing), as well as several other commemorative and informational items in a custom-designed "Civil Union Ceremony Packet." 8) We promptly complete and file the civil union license with the proper authorities so your ceremony is legally recognized by the State of New Jersey, and 9) We continue to offer aid and assistance after the ceremony, if necessary, regarding civil union rights and privileges as you begin your legally recognized union.

At the present time, we have four outstanding officiants who truly enjoy performing ceremonies for couples in love. In addition to Rev. Bryant Heisinger, the founder of The Marriage Man officiating services, Rev. Walt Niebauer, Rev. Lorraine Nunes, Rev. Daniel Bittner, and Rev. Linda Schapley are available to perform a custom-designed ceremony that expresses your thoughts and feelings on your special day! We will be happy to talk with you to help you determine which officiant is best qualified to conduct your ceremony.

The standard total professional services fee, including all travel expenses, document filing expenses, and all the features listed above, is $475 *** for any location more than 30 miles from Penns Grove, NJ (****PLEASE ask about reduced fees in various areas of southern NJ and special discounts for certain dates. We are able to offer discounts for many ceremonies!). The large number of ceremonies we perform each month attests to the fact that our "Civil Union/Wedding Ceremony Package" at TheMarriageMan.net provides couples with a truly wonderful celebration of love at a very reasonable professional services fee!! If you have questions about any of the services or fees, just contact me with your questions!

In addition to e-mail, I can be reached by phone at 609-206-8936 most evenings between 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. to discuss ceremony plans and options.

Because the New Jersey Civil Union law provides many important legal rights to couples, but is not quite equal to full marriage rights, we also offer a substantial future "Marriage Ceremony" discount to couples we perform civil union ceremonies for now, and who wish to get married when NJ legislates FULL marriage rites to all couples!

Again, don't hesitate to e-mail or call with questions or for more information.

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Ceremonies in Your Home

Banquet Room Ceremonies

On The Beach Ceremonies

Other "Special" Locations

All Honorariums above are for non-Holiday weekend ceremonies. Ask about rates for special Holiday ceremonies and reduced rates for weekday (M-T-W-Th) ceremonies. All Weddings Can Be Customized To Include/Exclude Extra Special Amenities! Ask About the Possibilities and Very Reasonable Fees!

***Ask about our occasional discounts

Because the final version of New Jersey's Civil Union Legislation has just been signed into law at this time by the governor, the information below is based on the statutes approved by the New Jersey Legislature. Although the following is intended for informational purposes only, and may or may not be entirely legally accurate, we believe it provides a basically accurate description of the highlights of the NJ Civil Union legislation.

The creation of a Civil Union relationship is to provide same-sex couples in New Jersey with the rights and privileges that heterosexual married couples are entitled to IN THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY. It is not a marriage, and couple wishing to enter into a "civil union relationship" will apply for a "Civil Union license," not a marriage license. MOST other states (Vermont, Massachusetts and Connecticut are presently the only other states that recognize/honor civil unions--New Hampshire and Washington State may soon join that group)) will not recognize the civil union status in same-sex couples, and the rights and privileges available in NJ will, in nearly all cases, not be afforded to couples residing outside of the state of New Jersey.

In addition, the federal government does not recognize the civil union relationship, and there is no federal tax advantages (as are available to married couples) extended to "civil union" partners, regardless of their state of residence (i.e., no federal tax advantages even if you are NJ residents).

Although the civil union does not provide true equality with federal and the recognized benefits of "married" couples in states other than New Jersey, the NJ civil union DOES PROVIDE many legal benefits to same-sex couples officially residing in NJ. The link below gives the official NJ Legislature summary of the bill and mentions the many legal benefits, as well as some of the requirements and procedures for entering into a NJ civil union: http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2006/Bills/S2500/2407_S1.HTM

3. Can couples who are not residents of NJ obtain a NJ civil union license and have a civil union ceremony in New Jersey?

Yes! Out of state couples must obtain their civil union license in the town where their civil union ceremony will be performed, and there is a 72-hour waiting period from the time of application until the issuance of a civil union license. HOWEVER, the Civil Union status will most likely not be legally meaningful in most other states. If you are not a resident of NJ, MA, VT or CT, the civil union ceremony will mostly be symbolic. However, the civil union ceremony results in a legally recognized relationship in NJ, and as such demonstrates the love and commitment of couples in a formal manner. If you are interested in obtaining a civil union license for a ceremony in NJ, please contact us for assistance in "interpreting" of all the requirements. We can easily explain the necessary steps to obtain the civil union license. For an overview check out the following link: http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2006/Bills/S2500/2407_S1.HTM

5. What do we need to do to enter into a NJ civil union and have a civil union ceremony in NJ?

A general description of the requirements for a NJ civil union is here. However, to keep advised of all current developments, contact the Civil Union officiants here at the TheMarriageMan.net We will be happy to advise and help you obtain your civil union license, as well as explain the custom and personalized civil union ceremonies we can help you plan and celebrate. And, be certain to look over the information located above on this web page for helpful information.

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