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I'll bring to you the dozens of effective wedding ceremony options that make my weddings exceptional. You don't have to have the same wedding ceremony that everyone else is having. Design your ceremony with these unique, photogenic and engaging options.
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"Best ceremony ever;" - "If I marry, that's exactly what I want;" - "Where did you find him?;" - "What a speaker;" - "What enthusiasm;" - "What dramatics." These are just a few of the comments people gave, and they were ours also. Thank you for making our day very special. It was beautiful! It is now a sweet memory. Truly
- Bill and Sonja Wall
Congratulations on your engagement! I am a fully ordained, liberal minister and over the last 15 years have created more than 600 weddings -- Interfaith - Celtic - Humanist - Pagan - Renewal - Destination - Traditional -- for happy couples in greater Chicagoland. I offer special wedding packages if you are eloping, renewing vows, creating a public ceremony after being legally married, looking for a co-officiant, marrying after divorce, wanting to include your children in the ceremony, marrying in an unusual location, coming from abroad to be married in the U.S., and all sorts of other special circumstances.
It is my promise to work with you both before and after the wedding to make your marriage the heaven on earth you believe it can be. To that end I offer pre-nup and post-nup counseling and Marriage Rescue to help you if the storm of crisis threatens to drown your hopes. I am a certified practitioner of the Prepare/Enrich Premarital Guidance Program.
My years of work in mythology with the Joseph Campbell Foundation have made me deeply aware of the importance of ritual in human life. Thus, in every ceremony I create, I find just the right words and images to bring your essential truths to the surface and to celebrate the true uniqueness of your relationship while honoring the traditions that you hold dear.
My graduate degrees from the University of Chicago Divinity School, the
Unitarian seminary and Chicago Theological Seminary have prepared me to work
with rigorous intellectual and spiritual honesty to do justice to this
profoundly important event in your life.
I look forward to making your wedding perfect for you --
unique, personalized, elegant, memorable and fun!
Dear Rebecca ~ Let me tell you first that we had more compliments on you and the ceremony that you helped create than anything else about our wedding. I think that is the first and best thing a couple can hope to hear. Both of our father's spoke specifically of you, of how your warmth, expression of emotion and elocution helped bring the words out from the pages of the books and into the hearts of the family and friends that had gathered. I can't believe our good luck that we found you and that you were so creative and perceptive in your selection of the readings.
~ Joseph & Garratt
First Step Ministries (Chicago, Suburbs, Southern WI ) Weddings anytime, anywhere, customed to your needs.
First Step Ministries, Pastor Brandyn Simmons, specializes in
creating weddings that fit the religious and stylistic needs of the couple. Service
areas include Chicago, Chicago Suburbs, Rockford, Northern Illinois and Southern
Wisconsin. Pastor B is a licensed and ordained minister and officiant who offers
affordable, yet specially customized weddings.
"We were greatly pleased with the care and time that Pastor B took for us.
He helped us create the wedding that we desired for a price that we could afford."
- Mandy Poliska 7/7/07 Wedding
You want something different, a ceremony that reflects your relationship and delights your guests. That’s exactly what I love to be part of, and we will create the elements together. Every wedding is different from all the others -- because you are. I look forward to assisting you soon. Thanks, Rev. Marian
"Marian was an absolute delight from the first moment we met her at a coffee shop. I automatically felt comfortable with her and felt a genuine sense of warmth and caring attitude in her presence. She was completely professional, while also being completely down to earth. I felt like I could talk to her about the emotional aspects of the wedding from the start. She was very helpful in providing us with a few different ways to create the perfect ceremony for Brian and I. We had a lot of flexibility in adding in pieces of the ceremony that best fit us, including a sand ceremony. She handled the extra parts of the ceremony flawlessly. My guests even commented on how touched they were by her in the ceremony. You can definitely tell that Marian believes in the words she speaks at a ceremony. I highly recommend her services to anyone that is looking for an angelic person to deliver a cherished ceremony."
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Modern Day Weddings (Chicago and Suburbs) Professional Celebrant (Officiant) who helps couples commemorate the most meaningful events of their lives with custom ceremonies.
No two ceremonies are the same; each one is entirely reflective of her client's values and beliefs. Like a playwright, Mary lovingly crafts each ceremony from scratch. No ceremony templates or fill-in-the-name blanks here! With her warm-hearted, trustworthy presence, Mary Gehr is highly regarded as an engaging ceremonial writer and officiant. Her ceremonies are dignified and rooted in universal tradition, but are not restricted to a particular faith. Mary's clients love having a thoughtful, relevant ceremony that is all about them; one that is written by a professional Celebrant.
"I again want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for the wonderful job you did at our wedding! I could not have had a more memorable moment as I did, knowing you were there and the guidance you gave myself and Thomas throughout the time preparing for the wedding. I remembered your advice in an email you sent me. Stating just to keep the smile on my face and enjoy every moment. With that I did. I watch the video of the wedding over and over again and thank God each day how blessed I am that I had my fairytale wedding. My life is so blessed and I couldn't be anymore thankful for what I have. You never know what impact you bestow upon someone once you have met them. From the moment we met you, you have been a key role in this marriage. I will never forget your warmth and kindness and how memorable that night was. We would love to have you renew our vows on our 10th anniversary. Take care."
- Sondra Nielsen Wise-bey (Bride)
"We would like to thank you again for being a part of our wedding day. It turned out perfect! I would just like to share withyou that out of everything that happened that day, I received the most compliments about you. So many people asked about you and your services. My aunt even said if you lead a church she would transfer churches because she was so impressed by you. I completely agree and I have recommended you to many people. I hope all is well and thank you again for everything."
- Kelly and Brian Miroslaw (Bride & Groom)
Providing unique personalized wedding celebrations for northern illinois, S wisconsin and NW indiana couples. religious, interfaith and civil wedding ceremonies
During our face-to-face conference, you will be given a packet with a checklist to help organize your service. The packet will have a number of different elements, prayers, readings, vows, etc., that you may choose from. The idea is to formulate a celebration that reflects who you and your fiance are. You can use many elements, few, or hardly any, and write your own service. Every couple is different. And every celebration should be, as well.
"We wanted to thank you again! You made our day so special! Your style is so wonderful that you kept us smiling and hearing every word you said! You have a gift because normally people are so nervous that they don't hear a thing, but you calmed us both and we enjoyed our ceremony. We will recommend you to everyone, all the people there loved you too! God bless you and thank God for the beautiful gift he gave you which you do so well. With our love,"
- Mr. & Mrs. Cupples
A Wedding Judge (Chicago and suburbs) Retired Judge Performs Non-Denominational Weddings in Chicago
Bruce Falk, retired judge, performing custom,
non-denominational wedding ceremonies at the location of your choice in the Chicagoland
area (including northern and southern suburbs).
Affirmative Ceremonies (Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana) For Life's Defining Moments
Congratulations on your engagement!
I consider it a special honor to Officiate weddings and I do so with love, and enthusiasm. As an Ordained Interfaith Minister, I have studied many great religions, philosophies, traditions and lifestyles. Whether you choose a traditional or non-traditional wedding I will enjoy helping you to create a unique Ceremony that you completely resonate with and that will fully engage your guests as well. If your family speaks a foreign language, I am happy to perform a bi-lingual ceremony.
I am the founding Pastor of the Empowerment Center Chicago, an interfaith ministry, whose mission was to "Awaken humanity to its spiritual magnificence" where I served from 1995 through June of 2007.
I continue to speak in spiritual and secular venues as well as teach classes on spiritual principles and their practical application in our everyday lives and maintain a thriving Pastoral Counseling practice. I was also voted as one of 100 women making a difference in Chicago. Prior to becoming a minister, I had a rich background performing and directing in theatre and music.
I typically travel in the Chicago and greater tri-state area, however I am available to perform your wedding anywhere worldwide.
Please feel free to contact me to discuss any questions you might have. Thank you for considering me!
Rev. Joette
"Where do we begin? Our Ceremony was the most beautiful day ever and thanks to you, it
was that much more special. Everyone there complimented on how beautiful the ceremony
was and how you and your spirituality & personality were the highlights. We can't thank
you enough!"
"From guiding us to the correct resources, to your affirming and caring way, the ceremony was beyond our expectations.
We received countless compliments from our guests that they never have been so moved during a wedding ceremony."
Frank & Dawn
Whether you are eloping or having a big wedding with hundreds of guests, your ceremony should reflect your Spirit of Love! Spirit of Love Ceremonies promises you a wonderful AND stress-free ceremony performed by an experienced ordained minister. Sensible pricing...plus the guarantee of just one ceremony per weekend so that the complete focus will be on YOUR wedding!
"Thank you so much for performing our wedding ceremony. Your attention to detail, organization and helpful tips were key to our flawless day. It was all perfect. Thank you for making our day wonderful!"
Jeff and Mary Beth
Illinois Officiants (Chicago and suburbs) Couples in need of ordained ministers or officiants for their wedding are encouraged to review and contact our professionals
We would be happy to perform your spiritual or civil ceremony that reflects your beliefs, feelings, and values. We will personalize your ceremony to include poems, readings, music or rituals meaningful to you.
Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life. I
will work with you to create a ceremony meaningful to you, incorporating thoughts,
philosophies, and rituals that are rich in symbols to mark the beginning of your new life
together. The ceremony may be short and simple, or it may be as elaborate as you choose;
I can present you with many different options. You are welcome to involve me as much as
you wish in the detailed planning of your wedding - or I can just show up, you can say "I do" and you will be official! My goal is to help you design your wedding ceremony,
ease your planning stress, keep you smiling.and, at the appropriate moment, pronounce
you husband and wife!
Rev. Phil shares your story at your wedding -- so it will be
personalized, interesting and romantic. View videos of him sharing
couples' stories on his web site, www.iDoWeddings.TV You will get a complete script 10 days before your wedding -- so you will be comfortable.
“Brian and I can not begin to express how wonderful it was to have you officiate our wedding. The whole experience was such a pleasure. Your creative ideas and hard work made our special day truly unique and rich with love and laughter. Throughout the evening and beyond, our friends and family were so touched by hearing our ‘story.’ They truly felt a part of the experience. Everyone I talked to raved about our ceremony being ‘the best’ they have ever attended! You put all the pieces together and made it wonderful."
- Tina & Brian, The Glen Club, Glenview
Two for Two Weddings (Illinois) Butterfly Moments
Rev. Allen Campbell will create a wedding just for you that will be as unique and the two of you! Pastor Al is an ordained minister who offers Chicago and Northern Illinois a special service. His wife JJ is a professional bridal consultant available to assist with the smallest detail. It will be an honor to serve you. References available on request.
"Pastor Al came to our family home and made our wedding very special and memorable."
- Jodi and Clint Shreiber
phone :: 815-901-3044
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www.themarriagecenter.org
Judge John Laurie
(Chicago, IL and suburbs)
judge for weddings
www.chicagoweddingjudge.com
Rev. Robert A. Guntorius
non-denominational wedding officiant... serving south chicagoland and northwest indiana to make your wedding day a special one
www.heartsandhandsweddings.com
Rev. Elizabeth Montville
supremely inspired ceremonies...
Non-denominational minister creates and delivers beautiful, meaningful ceremonies. I will work with you to create a ceremony based upon who you are what you believe in, and what fits your relationship.
www.spirituallybound.org
