Marshall Park Ceremonies
Simple, intimate ceremonies in a beautiful setting.
Learn More →WEDDINGS THAT REFLECT YOU
Your Love Story.Beautifully Scripted.
Heartfelt, personalized ceremonies for every love story. Whether you envision something simple or something elaborate, I’ll help you create a ceremony that is meaningful, memorable, and uniquely yours.
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PERSONALIZED CEREMONIES
PERSONALIZED CEREMONIES
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ALL LOVE STORIES WELCOME
ALL LOVE STORIES WELCOME
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MEANINGFUL AND MEMORABLE
MEANINGFUL AND MEMORABLE
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GUIDANCE EVERY STEP
GUIDANCE EVERY STEP
Your Ceremony, Your Story
Every couple has a unique story, and your ceremony should reflect what makes your love special. Together, we’ll create a ceremony that feels authentic, meaningful, and beautifully yours.
Our Wedding Ceremonies
CHOOSE THE EXPERIENCE THAT FITS YOUR VISION
Something Simple
Personalized ceremonies for every love story.
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Something Personal
More detailed, customized ceremonies.
Learn More →Private Setting Ceremonies
More elaborate ceremonies for your special day.
Learn More →Meet Rev. Charlene
Hi, I’m Charlene — a wedding officiant, ceremony writer, and guide for couples who want a meaningful, personal ceremony. I believe every love story deserves to be celebrated in a way that feels authentic, heartfelt, and uniquely yours.
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Explore Our Ceremony Packages
Thoughtfully planned ceremonies, from intimate vows to a more detailed celebration. Share your date and plans for a personalized quote. Prices and inclusions are confirmed before booking.
Marshall Park Ceremonies
Starting at $225
A simple alternative to a courthouse wedding at Marshall Park, across the street from the Mecklenburg County courthouse in Charlotte. For the couple and two witnesses you bring. Marriage-license fees are separate. Contact Charlene for availability, meeting point, and weather arrangements.
Simple, intimate ceremonies in a beautiful setting.
Something Simple
$225–$375
A short weekday ceremony of about 15–20 minutes, with limited customization, up to 20 guests, and a small wedding party. Choose your location and discuss travel arrangements.
Personalized ceremonies for every love story.
Something Personal
$375–$700
A ceremony custom written for you and performed by Rev. Charlene F. Hazen, with rehearsal included. Shape your story, traditions, readings, vows, and meaningful participants together.
More detailed, customized ceremonies.
Private Setting Ceremonies
$700–$1,100
Ceremony services and a private round house setting in the woods in Charlotte for up to 50 guests. Outdoors preferred; indoor options available. Address shared privately. Contact Charlene for arrangements.
More elaborate ceremonies for your special day.
Beyond the Ceremony
Additional support for the words, details, and moments that make your celebration your own.
Ceremony Writing & Coaching
$45 per hour
Personalized ceremony writing, vow assistance, structure, readings, and coaching.
Wedding Rehearsal Direction
By consultation
Walk-through of processional order, cues, transitions, and the ceremony flow.
Wedding-Day Ceremony Assistance
By consultation
Extra ceremony-related support to help the meaningful moments unfold smoothly.
Ceremony Planning & Consultation
By consultation
Guidance on traditions, ceremony participants, music, family seating, and ceremony details.
How Your Journey Works
01 · Inquire
Tell me about your date, vision, and ceremony.
02 · Plan
Choose a package and discuss meaningful details.
03 · Personalize
I personally write your ceremony, and we refine it together.
04 · Celebrate
Enjoy a ceremony crafted around your story.
Couples Portal — Coming Soon
One private space for couples with signed contracts to access questionnaires, agreements, invoices, ceremony drafts, and approvals. Inside the portal, the Ceremony Workshop will offer vows, readings, ring exchanges, and other ceremony ideas to explore together with Charlene.
Access after signing: Ceremony examples and the interactive workshop are reserved for couples with a signed contract. The Ceremony Workshop will be a section inside the Couples Portal, with one secure login. Only category names appear here; private examples are not available publicly. Coming Soon — private online access is not yet available. Contact Charlene first to confirm availability for your wedding date. Once availability is confirmed, Charlene will send your contract. Ceremony examples are reserved for couples with signed contracts.
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Opening Words
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Wedding Vows
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Ring Exchanges
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Rose Ceremonies
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Unity & Optional Ceremonies
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Processionals
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Ceremony Structure
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Additional Ideas
Our Wedding Journey
After booking, couples can collaborate on their ceremony with questionnaires, music choices, wedding-party details, favorite readings, and draft feedback.
Your Story & Preferences
Share your relationship story, meaningful traditions, participants, family seating, and ceremony music.
Personally Written Ceremony
I write one original first draft for each couple—not an automated or premade script—and revise collaboratively until it feels right.
Review, Refine & Approve
Discuss edits, share comments, and approve the final ceremony together.
Four Final Documents
Officiant script, ceremony director script, couple copy, and a keepsake PDF.
Coming Soon: private online accounts, document approvals, and messaging. Ceremony planning and revisions are coordinated directly with Charlene.
Planning Resources & Helpful Answers
Do you write our ceremony?
Yes. Your ceremony is personally written for you, with collaborative revisions and your final approval.
When can we view ceremony examples?
Contact Charlene first to confirm your wedding date is available and receive your contract. Ceremony examples are reserved for couples with signed contracts. The online workshop is Coming Soon.
How do invoices and agreements work?
Contact Charlene first to confirm availability for your wedding date. Once availability is confirmed, Charlene will send your contract and invoice. Online booking and account features are Coming Soon.
What if we need extra support?
Ask about rehearsal direction, ceremony writing and coaching, consultations, and wedding-day ceremony assistance.
Preferred Wedding Vendors
A beautiful celebration takes a team. As Something Simple or Knot grows its trusted wedding community, this directory will introduce couples to talented professionals for every part of their day.
Wedding Venues
Ceremony sites, reception spaces, gardens, and intimate settings.
Wedding Planners & Coordinators
Full-service planning, day-of coordination, and event management.
Photography
Engagement sessions, wedding photography, and keepsake portraits.
Videography
Wedding films, ceremony recordings, and highlight reels.
Florists & Floral Design
Bouquets, arches, centerpieces, and ceremony flowers.
Catering & Bar Service
Wedding meals, refreshments, bartending, and hospitality.
Cakes & Desserts
Wedding cakes, dessert tables, and sweet treats.
Music & Entertainment
DJs, live musicians, ceremony music, and reception entertainment.
Hair, Makeup & Beauty
Wedding-day styling, makeup, and beauty services.
Attire & Alterations
Bridalwear, suits, accessories, and tailoring.
Decor, Lighting & Rentals
Tables, chairs, linens, arches, lighting, and décor.
Invitations & Stationery
Save-the-dates, invitations, programs, and signage.
Transportation
Wedding party travel, guest shuttles, and special arrivals.
Accommodations
Guest lodging, room blocks, and honeymoon stays.
Jewelry & Rings
Wedding bands, custom jewelry, and accessories.
Specialty Services
Photo booths, favors, childcare, and unique wedding experiences.
Our preferred partners are coming soon. We're thoughtfully building relationships and will add individual businesses as partnerships are established. No vendors are currently endorsed or listed in this preview.
Wedding Gallery
Coming Soon — more meaningful moments to share.
Let’s Begin Your Wedding Story
Tell Rev. Charlene about your celebration. Call or email to check availability.
ssknot@gmail.com · 704-576-9477
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