1. How to Become a Minister in Litchfield County

Before you do anything, your first move will be to become ordained (in case you haven't already done so). How does it work? Get Ordained™ offers legal ordination via the Universal Life Church, and the process is completely free. The ULC welcomes anyone who feels called to ministry, and does not discriminate based on identity, creed, or any other characteristics. You can become ordained online in just a few minutes, right from your device. With this important step complete, you'll have the power to officiate legal weddings! To start the application, follow the link below.

Important Info for Ministers in Litchfield County

ULC Ordination Accepted:
Yes
Minister Registration Required:
Sometimes
Documents Required:
N/A
Minister's Residency:
Irrelevant
Minister's Minimum Age:
18

2. Learn Litchfield County Marriage Requirements

Your next action item is to contact the office in charge of issuing marriage licenses in Litchfield County. Politely explain that you're an ordained minister planning to perform a wedding ceremony in their jurisdiction, and you'd like to know what credentials or official documents you need to show prior to officiating. Below you'll see contact information for this office in Litchfield County.

Office Address:
74 West Street P.O. Box 488
Litchfield, CT 6759
Office Phone Number:
(860) 567-7561

3. Who Can Officiate a Wedding in Litchfield County?

How about you! (Once you are ordained, of course). Weddings have a reputation for being pretty spendy, and couples are always looking for ways to reduce costs. One way to do that, while also injecting extra meaning to the proceedings, is by selecting someone they know personally to officiate. This could be a friend, a loved one, or even a mentor.

Regardless of your relationship to the couple, being asked to officiate is a tremendous honor. It shows that the couple has deep trust in you, and that they find confidence in having you standing alongside them on the big day. It's worth noting, however, that not everyone planning a wedding knows this is an option! If you are close to an engaged couple, you could always present the idea of you becoming ordained and officiating, just in case it hadn't occurred to them.

Average Cost of a Wedding in Litchfield County:
$17,000

4. What You'll Need to Officiate in Litchfield County

After contacting the Litchfield County office that handles marriages, you should have a solid idea of what you will need to order from our website. Based on conversations with our ministers in Litchfield County, the Classic Wedding Kit is the most popular option. However, your selection may depend on the specific requirements for officiating in your area.

Once you receive the items you need, you'll be ready to officially perform the wedding! If it's your first time officiating, (or even if it's not!) we'd encourage you to visit our wedding training center, which features a suite of resources and tools you may find helpful when preparing for the ceremony.

5. How Litchfield County Marriage Licenses Work

Once you finish the ceremony, your final (and most crucial) responsibility is to correctly fill out and return the marriage license. A Litchfield County marriage license is valid for 65 days, and after the document has been issued, there is no mandatory waiting period before the marriage can take place. Please note that a marriage license in Litchfield County must be returned to its issuing office before it expires.

Remember that this is a legal document, so always double-check all fields have been properly completed before returning it. The license itself can be a bit confusing, so if you need tips for how to fill out a marriage license, please check out our marriage license training page.

Marriage License Waiting Period:
0 Days
Marriage License Valid For:
65 Days
Return Within:
By first week of month following ceremony

6. Performing a Wedding in Litchfield County

Home to coffee shops, restaurants and state parks, this suburban county is mainly residential and houses many people who work in NY. For couples looking to marry in Litchfield County, this offers a multitude of modern venues including ballrooms, event centers, and of course resorts and hotels. Known for being quiet and quaint, this is a relaxing part of Connecticut and a wonderful place to host a wedding.

7. What You Should Do Now for a Wedding in Litchfield County

A particularly wet rainy season in the spring, this county is best enjoyed in the summer and in the fall when you can see the changing of the seasons.

Well that about does it! You are now an expert on Litchfield County weddings! Even if your ceremony isn't for a while, a friendly reminder that it's never too early to become a minister (ordination is good for life, after all). Go ahead and click the button below to get started.

Once you've completed this all-important step, performing a legal wedding ceremony in Litchfield County will be within your reach!