A Time to Remember
Reviews for A Time to Remember
GUEST
Initially Reverend Jody was a joy to deal with. He was very understanding, asked all necessary questions, covered all of the details I hadn't even thought of. Nearing the wedding is when we started having problems. He'll tell you that your day is your day and he does not do more than one wedding per day. He booked a wedding over an hour away from ours for earlier that day and though he was still on time, he made rehearsal very difficult. He insisted a couple times we reschedule our rehearsal around the other wedding's rehearsal. (which isn't easy to do when your wedding party members are flying in from out of state.)
I laid out the ceremony as I wanted it, who was walking with who, in what order and to what music. He didn't read any of the information I sent him and was UN-prepared come rehearsal. He also didn't listen to myself or my wedding planner during rehearsal. And as a kicker....pronounced my name wrong for the first hour of rehearsal, again and again even though multiple people corrected him. It took my fiance raising his voice and angrily correcting him near the end, for him to stop and write out the correct way to say my name.
Poor communication.
Vendor response to review
If this wedding had been done on the original date it was booked for, it would have been the only one I had that date. This wedding was originally cancelled and rescheduled for one year later. At the time it was rescheduled, I already had a booking for that date. Trying to be understanding, I let this couple know I had another couple booked for that date but would be able to make both ceremonies without a problem. The other wedding was only 30 minutes away (Hartland to AA) and the ceremonies were 2.5 hours apart. As for the name .. For some reason I had it in my head Corrine was pronounced (Cor-een) even though the bride pronounces it differently (Cor-in). The important thing is that it was pronounced properly for the ceremony. When this bride arranged for the rehearsal, again the other couple already had made plans for that time. Usually the Minister is in charge of the Wedding ceremony details, however in this case the Bride wanted this wedding outdoors even if it rained. As for who was walking with whom, and to what music, the bride had the music timed for the entry of the attendants down to the second. The entry was not a normal entry, but choreographed. I don't know of anyone that could time how fast someone walked from point A to point B on a consistent basis, let alone time it so the music faded just at the split second the last person was in place. As it turned out, Due to inclement weather we ended up having the wedding indoors. Granted, it didn't help that I had a broken foot and was dealing with that as well. I went out of my way to obtain flowers that their florist was supposed to leave for the ceremony. Albeit, the flowers were fake, it's all I could find for the ceremony with less than 5 minutes prior to the wedding ceremony.
I understand that not every wedding is going to go as planned, but as a professional I do care what people think about my services. I've not missed a ceremony in all the years I've been doing weddings. And I've dealt with many couples, under extenuating circumstances. I'm very sorry this bride feels in any way let down by my services to her on her wedding day. Rev. Jody Jackett
Rev. Jody is a very contentious and caring officiant. I enjoy working with him and know that his integrity and professionalism is above reproach.
This weekend I have the absolute pleasure of working with Reverend Jody at Belle Isle Scott Fountain in Detroit, Mi the night before it rained during rehersal and he remained very professional he told me he would do a prayer for us so that the wedding did not get rained out he has a great personality he was easy to work with. The wedding services he outlined for the different elements of the client's wedding was beautiful from the dedication of the brides late mother to the Jumping the broom ceremony everything was wonderful! He also took the extra step to attend the reception and perform the unity candle ceremony that we could not do at the outdoor wedding due the the strong wind. I highly recommend the services of Reverend Jody I trust that he can perfom any ceremony that a client may need under any circumstances I look forward to working with Reverend Jody in the future!
Thanks for your prayer Reverend Jody we had an outdoor wedding and it did not rain all of our prayers were answered.
Lisa Smith
Gabbi Grace Events
Custom designed ceremonies to reflect your personal style. He's a very caring minister who will be very thorough and detailed and guide you every step of the way down the asile. Have a great wedding day with Rev. J!
About A Time to Remember
have their special day celebrated in the way they wish,
Rev. Jody Jackett would be happy to help you
celebrate your day without the angst of pressure from
family or friends for the “traditional” religious
ceremonies.
FAQ for A Time to Remember
Do you do Commitment Ceremonies or same sex ceremonies? Yes. I believe that people can find their soulmate’s no matter what sex they are. I refuse to be closed minded about many things. We live in a country built on the ideal that we can search for and find happiness. Who is to say where that happiness comes from.
What other ceremonies do you do? I’ll do hand fasting.. broom jumping.. sand and unity candle ceremoies. There are others that I’ve not done, but that does not mean I won’t do them. I do extensive research into each ceremony I’m asked to perform.
Are you affliated with any group? I am a member in good standing of the American Association of Wedding Officiates.
What Religion do you practice? I am a Spiritual Humanist. It’s a faith based on reason.
Wedding ceremonies are a beautiful way of being forever joined with the person you love. It is a time that you will remember for the rest of your life. A time shared with friends..and family and loved ones. Let your imagination be your guide to what you want it to be. It can be a fun or as solemn as you want it to be. It can be themed for what ever you want it to be. I've done Hawaiian themed weddings, Halloween Ceremonies, many outdoor weddings.. and location weddings. Plan early. Find someone that has worked with many many different vendors in the wedding area. Most officiants can or should be able to recommend florists, jewlers, dress makers, cake decorators., DJ's, photog/videographers etc.
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