Officiating
Wedding Ceremonies
Pick your path. Same heart, three ways to make it offical.
Classic
from 499*
A timeless, simple ceremony for couples who want meaning without the fluff—personalized just enough to feel like you.
Access to the Classic Ceremony Questionnaire
Prewritten Ceremony (modern or traditional wording)
Unity Ceremony
Virtual Ceremony Walkthrough
On-site vendor coordination
Travel Within 45 Minutes of our Offices*
Emergency Backup Officiant (Just In Case!)
Unlimited Email/Text Support
Signing/Filing of Marriage License
Name Change Assistance
Love Story
from 749*
An emotionally engaging, completely custom ceremony written from scratch—so your guests walk away saying, “That was so them.”
Access to our signature Love Story Questionnaire
Custom, Written-from-Scratch Ceremony
Unlimited Edits Until It Feels Just Right
Final Ceremony Review + Sign-Off
Optional Custom Unity Ceremony
Personal Vow Journal & Guide
Personal Vow Coaching
Virtual Ceremony Walkthrough
On-Site Vendor Coordination
Travel Within 45 Minutes of our Offices*
Emergency Backup Officiant (Just In Case!)
Unlimited Email/Text Support
Signing/Filing of Marriage License
Name Change Assistance
Love Story
+ PreMarital
from 1499*
Includes everything in the Love Story Ceremony plus.
6–8 Private Coaching Sessions (60 minutes each, tailored to your relationship)
Personality Assessment Access to help you understand each other’s communication styles, conflict patterns, and emotional needs
Customized Marriage Roadmap based on your strengths and growth areas
Workbook to guide you between sessions
Practical Exercises to help you apply what you learn in real life
Bonus Post-Marriage Checkup Session in your 1st year of married. life to reconnect and stay aligned as you grow together
Feel Like We'd Vibe?
I’d love to learn more about your story and see if we’re the perfect match. Check availability and schedule a Vibe Check!
Additional Services
Travel Stipend
*Venues located over 45 minutes of our 49519 or 49637 locations will require an additional travel stipend as shown below.
46 - 60: minutes: $75
1 - 1 1/2 hr: $125
1 1/2-2 hrs: $175
2 - 2 1/2 hrs: $225
2 1/2- 3 hrs: $175 + lodging
Holidays
Ceremonies scheduled on major national or religious holidays are subject to a $100 holiday fee.
Premarital Counseling
PreMarital Counseling is available as a standalone service or bundled with your officiant package for more value and a deeper connection heading into marriage.
Whether you’re navigating communication, expectations, or just want to start strong—I’ve got you! Learn more here.
All-inclusive Honeymoon Planning
Yes, I’m also a travel agent—and would love to help you plan the honeymoon of your dreams!
As part of Dream Sail Travel, my honeymoon planning service is completely free when you book through me. Click HERE to get started planning the perfect honeymoon today!
Rehearsal Attendance
Our Officiant services include a virtual Ceremony Talk-Through, where we’ll go over every moment of your ceremony—from walking down the aisle to your grand exit—so you feel totally confident heading into the big day.
In-person rehearsal attendance/coordination is not included (with the exception of destination weddings), but can be added as an upgrade for $200 + travel (if applicable.) Subject to availability.
Destination Weddings
Dreaming of saying I Do somewhere exotic? I’d love to come with you! Domestic and international destination ceremonies are available. Message me today for a personal quote.
The Booking Process
After we connect during your virtual Vibe Check (aka our “get-to-know-you” chat) and you love how we vibe, I’ll send over an email that includes:
A link to your Wedding Agreement
This outlines all the important details—your ceremony date, location, fees, and exactly what to expect from me as your officiant.
A link to your invoice
To officially lock in your date, a 50% non-refundable retainer is due at booking. The remaining balance is due 30 days before your ceremony.
Once your payment and Agreement are in, you’re officially booked, and we can start designing a one-of-a-kind ceremony that feels 100% you!
All details—including location, fees, and what to expect—are in your agreement.
What It's Like To Work Together
Stay Organized
As your officiant, my job is to make sure you're fully prepped and zero percent stressed for one of the biggest days of your life.
I'll be sliding into your inbox with gentle reminders and updates—whether it’s finalizing your ceremony script, confirming day-of details, or reminding you when to apply for your marriage license. Basically? I’ve got you.
Support From "Yes" to "Kiss"
Unlike some officiants who check in once and then show up on wedding day, my team and I stay connected from the moment you book to your walk down the aisle.
You (and your planner or vendor team) can reach out anytime via email, text, or phone. We’re here to make sure everything runs smooth, calm, and ceremony-perfect.
Ceremony Talk Through
About a week out, we’ll hop on a quick call—video or audio—to walk through every moment of your ceremony.
From the first step down the aisle to your newlywed exit, you’ll know exactly what’s happening and when. No surprises. Just confidence!
Wedding Day Vibes
We arrive 45 minutes early to check in, review your license, and handle any last-minute changes.
We touch base with your photographer videographer and DJ so cues and timing are on point.
If nerves hit, you blank or lose your place, we’ll guide you through it all—like the pros we are.
After I Do
We handle the legal stuff—filing your marriage license with the County Clerk right away.
You’ll receive a confirmation email as soon as it’s submitted (usually next business day).
We’ll present you with a beautifully polished final copy of your wedding ceremony — a timeless keepsake you can cherish and revisit for years to come.
FAQ
What's the Difference Between the Love Story Ceremony and the Classic Ceremony?
Our Awrd Winning Signature Love Story Ceremony is completelty written from scratch, inspired by our couple's incredible love stories. This ceremony is perfect for the couple interested in a meaningful, unforgettable ceremony experience they'll cherish forever.
Our Classic Ceremony is based on a pre-written ceremony script tailored to our couple's preference for a modern or traditional theme and does NOT include story-telling elements. This ceremony is best for the couple that doesn't feel the need for customization, feeling a basic, no frills ceremony would be a better fit.
We love the idea of a custom ceremony, but how is yours different from what other officiants offer?
Great question! Customization means different things to different people.
When we say custom, we mean your ceremony is written completely from scratch—not a mix-and-match script pulled from last weekend's wedding, snippets from Google or a handful of recycled paragraphs stitched together.
Every word is designed around your story, your vibe, and your relationship, so what you hear on wedding day feels like you—not just another version of what everyone else had.
If We Book the Classic and Change Our Mind Later, Can We Switch to the Love Story Ceremony?
Absolutely! If at any time you decide you'd like to upgrade to the Love Story Ceremony, let us know, so we can adjust your invoice and replace the Classic Questionnaire with the Love Story version.
How Long Will Our Ceremony Be?
Honestly? You set the vibe. Your ceremony can be as short or as detailed as you want.
It really depends on things like whether you’re sharing personal vows, adding a unity moment, or including a special reading.
That said, most of my Love Story Ceremonies run about 19–23 minutes, while the Classic ones average 12–16 minutes—just long enough to feel meaningful without dragging on.
Do We Have to Be Local To Work With You?
Not at all! I can officiate wherever love takes you—whether that’s here in Michigan, across the U.S., or somewhere tropical and passport-worthy.
All Premarital Counseling sessions are virtual too, so we can connect from anywhere, anytime.
We're Planning on Booking Both Premarital Counseling and Officiant Services. How Soon Will Our Sessions Start?
Pretty much whenever you’re ready! Most couples like to dive in soon after booking so we have plenty of time to connect, explore your relationship dynamics, and design a ceremony that actually feels like you before the big day.
How Do We Book You?
That's easy! Just click on the Request Your DateBook Your Vibe Check button above and complete our contact form. After we confirm availability, we'll send you an email where you can book a free Vibe Check consult to see if we might be a good fit. And, if you already know you'd like to work together, you can forego the call and begin the booking process with 50% down and balance due 30 days before the ceremony.
Have more questions not covered in the FAQ?
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