Rev. Cait Finnegan

Serves Hopatcong, NJ

35244

Hired 154 times

1 employee

28 years in business

$275

5.0

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

Next Service

Hours

Sun 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Mon 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tues 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Wed 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Thurs 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Fri 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Sat 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Credentials

Background Check

Catherine Grenier
Completed on 7/28/2023

Introduction

Hello! I am Rev. Cáit Finnegan, and I am ordained in the Celtic Christian Church. I've been officiating weddings for 27 years. I will help and guide you through creating the ceremony which best expresses your love. I am respectful of religious AND non-religious ceremonies and can help you plan what you want. We can meet and plan in my Zoom Room or chat by phone, and create a ceremony that expresses what YOU want and what will be meaningful and memorable. If you give me a call, I can tell you why it is not necessary for any officiant to be present at a rehearsal, and that would save you an additional fee! Regarding WEDDINGS DURING COVID and variants in this area: I am happy to accommodate your choice for location for weddings or public venues where CDC guidelines can be respected as they respond to any outbreak in the area. Fees: I request $375* for the wedding. *DISCOUNT $100* if no rehearsal! Depost Required to hold the date is $50.00 Call me if you have any questions. I look forward to working with you both! Rev. Cáit

Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

Fee: $275. without rehearsal. $50 Deposit to hold time and date for you (applied to total fee). $250. (no rehearsal) or $350. (with rehearsal)

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

When a new couple contacts me we can communicate via e-mail, telephone, or meet on Zoom, as they wish. We can set a time and place to meet to discuss the type of ceremony they would like. I then tailor the actual service to their particular preference.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

Seminary training. 25 years as an ordained priest/wedding officiant in good standing. Oasis Program of SpiritualDirection for Spiritual Guides. Clinical Pastoral Education. 39 years work as a chaplain. 40 years of experience in spiritual support of individuals and groups. References available beyond Thumbtack.

How did you get started doing this type of work?

I began officiating at weddings after my ordination in 1997. I began spiritual coaching 40 years ago after personal training and experience.

What types of customers have you worked with?

Religious and non-religious, straight and same gender.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

Make sure the priest or minister is respectful of your spirituality, and honors you by assuring you this ceremony is YOURS, not his or hers! Budget sensibly for an officiant. The cost should not vary according to the size of your guest list! Whether your ceremony is just the two of you or a large number of guests, the officiant's work is the same! Be careful.

What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?

Are wedding officiants open to the various religious beliefs of couples or are they inclined to force their beliefs into the ceremony. This is important! You deserve respect.