Services

                        Baptism and Dedications

Baptism or Dedication of a child is a very important moment in the life of the child's family. Many couples have a "connection" or "roots" to their upbringing and may want a special ceremony for their child. This is a tradition within both the Protestant and Catholic Churches.

To me, as an ordained Protestant minister, this is a very sacred and special moment.

If a couple is not attending a church or parish and want these services, they can be officiated in their choice of locations which may include a home, church or special location. I provide one session to the parents to acquaint them with the ceremony and its implications. A lovely certificate of the event is provided for the occasion. The ceremony usually takes an average of 15 minutes. Please call for fee quote.

                                 Pre-Marital Counseling

Many couples desire to have a short series of pre-marital counseling sessions. These very thorough sessions include addressing basic understanding of marital relationships, family dynamics, finances, personality traits, spiritual development and more. Outline material is reviewd in an atmosphere that is both light and serious. The sessions usually last 3-4 weeks for one and a half hours in length and can be completed with just one couple or a group of three or four couples.
Please call for fee quote.

                     Grief and Bereavement Consultation

I am a Certified Grief and Bereavement Specialist and I know from personal experience the loss of a loved one can be very traumatic. For almost eighteen years it has been my privilige and part of my ministry to assist scores of individuals and families to find a renewed sense of hope through teaching and counseling. Losses may include a spouse, sibling, child or friend. Assistance is available for short-term meetings as well as referrals for support groups in your area.

Additional personal information:

Certification, Loyola Marymount University
Bereavement facilitator, City of Hope Cancer Center, Duarte.
Forest Lawn Memorial-Parks, Clergy Relations and Grief Counselor,
1985-2001.
National Conference Speaker on Grief and Loss.

Please call (818) 249-7620 for more information