1. How to Become a Minister in Monongalia County

The first step you’ll need to take is to become an ordained ULC minister (assuming you haven’t completed this part already). Get Ordained™ provides ordination through the Universal Life Church free of charge and welcomes all who feel called to ministry. It’s also easy to join; the process can be done entirely online and takes only a few minutes from start to finish. Once ordained, you’ll have the authority to perform legal marriage ceremonies! To begin, just click the button below.

Important Info for Ministers in Monongalia County

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

2. Learn Monongalia County Marriage Requirements

Your next step will be to reach out to the office that processes marriage licenses in Monongalia County. Let them know that you’re an ordained minister and that you’re curious about what documents or credentials they need to see from you, as the wedding officiant, before performing a ceremony in their jurisdiction. You’ll find contact information for the Monongalia County office listed below.

Office Address:
243 High St., Courthouse Room 123
Morgantown, WV 26505
Office Phone Number:
(304) 291-7230

3. Who Can Officiate a Wedding in Monongalia County?

One great candidate: You! (At least, as soon as you are ordained). We all know that weddings are notoriously spendy, but one way that couples are reducing their costs – and bringing deeper meaning to the event – is by choosing an officiant they know personally.

For loved ones who are asked to officiate, this is an incredible honor; serving in the role of officiant signifies a deep level of faith and trust between you and the couple. But not all couples are aware this is an option! If someone you love has an upcoming wedding, you might offer to preside over the ceremony as an ordained minister in case they hadn't considered it. In the end, the decision will of course be theirs.

Average Cost of a Wedding in Monongalia County:
$18,000

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

After speaking with the office in Monongalia County, you should have a clearer idea of what you might need to order from our online catalog. Many of our ministers in Monongalia County decide to get an Classic Wedding Kit, though your choice may vary based on the specific requirements in place.

With all that prep work out of the way, you’ll be set to officiate the wedding! Woohoo! If this is your first time performing a wedding (or you just want to brush up on your knowledge) head over to our wedding training center, where you’ll find all sorts of useful tools and resources.

5. How Monongalia County Marriage Licenses Work

After the ceremony is over, your last (and vital) responsibility will be to sign and return the marriage license. In Monongalia County, a marriage license is valid for 6 days. Once it has been picked up, there is a mandatory 2-day waiting period before the wedding ceremony may be performed. Please keep in mind that the license must be returned within the prescribed period after signing.

This is a legal document, so please double-check that it is correctly filled out before returning it to the office that issued it. For detailed instructions on how to fill out a marriage license, visit our marriage license training page.

Marriage License Waiting Period:
2 Days
Marriage License Valid For:
6 Days
Return Within:
Within 6 Days of Ceremony

6. Performing a Wedding in Monongalia County

Monongalia County, founded in 1776 and named after the Monongahela River, is a highly sought after destination for wedding ceremonies. This county is steeped in beautiful scenery and absolutely full of history. The mountains and lakes beckon you to see the wonderfully wild side of this county as you celebrate the movement of two people into the next chapter of their lives.

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

Monongalia County has precipitation 149 days a year, so you may want to be prepared for rain or snow if the wedding ceremony has outdoor elements.

Now that you know everything there is to know about Monongalia County weddings, don’t forget to take that all-important first step in this process by officially becoming ordained with the ULC! Click the button below to get the ball rolling.

Once ordained, you’ll be well on your way to performing legal wedding ceremonies in Monongalia County!