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The secular and/or religious authority that presides at official ceremonies and events. Some occasions, such as marriages, burials, namegivings/baptism, call for an officiant. There are many different types of officiants available for different types of occasions. Judges, ministers, priests and rabbis are required for different religions and different ceremonies. Choosing an officiant early in the planning phases of your event is a good idea as they may need to be scheduled well in advance, and they will be able to offer invaluable advice as to the ceremony itself. Events that call for an officiant are usually major, once-in-a-lifetime happenings so finding one that can preside over and conduct the ceremony at your event is a big decision. You will want to find one that will reflect your personality, your love and your spiritual traditions. Some officiants are more comfortable conducting formal, traditional ceremonies while others will be able to perform non-traditional, personalized ceremonies. The only way you will know the right officiant for you is through referrals and interviews, which take time. There is not much worse than showing up for your wedding and having everything in place…but there's no officiant. So start your search early.