About
I strive to make any couples' wedding day memorable and joyful. I work to make sure that the wedding represents the couple, and that there is as little stress as possible in the process and also on the wedding day.
Officiating weddings have been something that has been an interest of mine for years. I have a wonderful time working with couples setting up their special days, making sure the events are unique and significant to them. It is a joy to be able to help people, keep them as calm as possible, and celebrate with them on their wedding days.
Specialties
Ceremony type
Service type / affiliation
Number of guests
Need help writing vows
Ceremony language(s)
Officiant needed at rehearsal
Photos and videos
Reviews
Judy G.
Karina S.
John S.
Anna S.
Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to meet with couples at least a couple of times to get to know them, and make sure that their journey toward their wedding day is as stress free as possible. I offer suggestions as the wedding service is created, and provide support when questions or concerns arise.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a Masters in Divinity which is part of a faith journey for a minister. This gives me the educational foundation to help plan and prepare wedding ceremonies.
I am ordained within the United Church of Christ since 2001. This gives me the credentials to officiate at weddings.
I have a Masters in Social Work, and have become a licensed clinical social worker. This can help with pre marital counseling as well as regular counseling.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your services? If so, please share the details here.
$300 is the base price for weddings. this includes pre-marital counseling, rehearsal and weddings. At times, there is an additional fee depending on the mileage involved.
How did you get started in this business?
I have been an ordained minister since 2001. As recently as 2010, I started to intentionally focus on networking and reaching into the community to be a wedding officiant for people in the local area and beyond. In 2014, I established myself online as a resource for officiating weddings.
What types of customers have you worked with?
I am happy to work with any customers. I like to work with loving couples who want to get married, and have their day be meaningful and important to them.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Weddings can sometimes encounter speed bumps. A recent wedding occured where the weather was a concern. The day of the wedding it poured, but I worked with the couple, to provide as much physical protection as possible for people from the rain. Even when some of the wedding party and guests got wet (and I do mean soaked) that day, everyone was enjoying the event and focusing on the loving couple who were exchanging their vows.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a pro in your area of expertise?
Find out how many weddings an officiant has done. Learn how the officiant views the process of planning for a wedding, as well as how it is conducted on the day of.
What questions should customers think through before talking to pros about their needs?
What are the things you would like in the wedding service, themes and rituals that define who you are?
What is it that you want people to walk away with from your wedding event?