Q & A - Tipping a Justice of the Peace/Reverend

QUESTION:

Hi,

I found your article via Google, and was hoping you might clarify something. We have an officiant who is both a reverend and a justice of the peace. As far as I know, he does not have his own church, so making a donation to the church is out.

Should we tip him? He’s conducting a short rehearsal for us, as well. And if so, what is the correct amount?

I’ve seen some sites that say you absolutely don’t tip a reverend, as it belittles their profession. Others say it should be no more than $75, and yet others say it should be $75-$100.

Thanks very much for your time.

Barbara C. Read the rest of this entry »