About
Retired Presbyterian Pastor and Retired Army Chaplain. Can celebrate a wedding in casual, suit, tradional robes, or full Army Dress Blues.
Highlights
Hired 1 time
1 employee
41 years in business
Serves Lakeland , FL
Specialties
Ceremony type
Wedding, Elopement, Commitment ceremony, Vow renewal
Service type / affiliation
Christian, Catholic, Interfaith, Non-denominational (mentions God), Non-religious (no mention of God)
Number of guests
20 guests or fewer, 21 – 50 guests, 51 – 100 guests, 101 – 150 guests, 151 – 200 guests, 201 – 300 guests
Need help writing vows
I can work with couples who need help writing vows, I can work with couples who do not need help writing vows
Ceremony language(s)
English, Spanish
Officiant needed at rehearsal
I can attend rehearsals, I do not need to attend rehearsals
Photos and videos
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elaine D.
Very easy going. He was exactly who we needed to marry us!
Doug is a veteran and we both work at the James A Haley VA Hospital.
He was very professional but also friendly and fit right in with our family.
This was not either of our first wedding, so we needed casual and short. He was very accommodating.
We are very happy with our choice in Wedding Officiant.
December 06, 2023
Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Have a meet and greet and talk about the wedding.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
37 years ordained as a Presbyterian Minister and 35 years as an Army Chaplain
Do you have a standard pricing system for your services? If so, please share the details here.
costs start at $300
How did you get started in this business?
At ordination in 1983
What types of customers have you worked with?
All types, all races, all denominations.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Its a wedding, everyone is different is style and grandeur
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a pro in your area of expertise?
Makes sure the pastor is ordained in an actual denomination, not an internet, pay the fee, get ordained person; and find one is experienced. I would venture to say I've celebrated over 300 weddings, both large and small.
What questions should customers think through before talking to pros about their needs?
What kind of wedding do you want? traditional or not.
Services offered
Wedding Officiant