Terence Ward, the founder of Weddings in the Gunks, believes that everyone deserves to have this important moment in their story celebrated with a healthy mix of dignity and joy. Exactly what's in that mix is more up to the clients than anybody else. It can include sacred religious moments like blessing the couple or fasting their hands, science fiction elements like a Bajoran blessing, time-honored traditions such as breaking a glass, and remembering loved ones who are no longer with us.

Love is love and love is everything. I am an Award-winning seasoned Officiant and have been creating custom ceremonies for couples since 2011. As a career writer and editor in the publishing industry, writing your love story is all part of my life's work. I'm also a Reiki Master and ritualist, and love including customized rituals for my couples. My ceremonies are rooted in love, all about the two of you, and crafted with intention, designed so you two feel present and connected. Let's create magic together for your ceremony!

Hi, I’m Alisha, an ordained wedding officiant based in the Hudson Valley. I specialize in intimate and romantic ceremonies that reflect your unique story, whether it's an elopement, pop-up, or one-of-a-kind celebration. With a calm presence and flexible approach, I create ceremonies that feel heartfelt and authentic. I proudly support all love stories including spiritual, cultural, interfaith, traditional, and nontraditional. If you’re looking for someone who truly listens and brings your vision to life, I’d be honored to officiate your day.

Located in Woodstock, NY, Custom Weddings by Rachel is a wedding officiant who creates personalized, one-of-a-kind ceremonies for nearlyweds in the Hudson Valley. She crafts scripts with each couple's unique preferences, personality, and love story in mind. Rachel works closely with to-be-weds, ensuring that every element of their ceremony does justice to the magic of their love. Ask about day-of wedding coordination services, too!

You’ve found your person—now let’s make it official in a way that feels like you. I’m Ope, the officiant behind Meet Me at the Altar Wedding Services. I specialize in custom ceremonies that are personal, joyful, and never boring. Whether it’s an elopement or a full celebration, I center your story and create a moment that’s meaningful, engaging, and true to who you are. Based in the Hudson Valley and serving the Tri-State area, I welcome all love and can’t wait to celebrate yours.

If you want a secular but meaningful ceremony; if you’re spiritual but not religious; if the traditional vows don’t resonate; or if you’d like to incorporate nature-based aspects to your day, I would love to create your wedding ceremony. I am an ordained animist minister specializing in deeply personal and sacred weddings and vow renewals for couples of all orientations. As an officiant/celebrant, I serve the Hudson Valley and Tri-state areas, as well as NYC, New Jersey, western Massachusetts, and northern Pennsylvania. Other locations are possible– let’s talk!

I take pride in the fact that I’m a connector and listener. I love getting to know people and learning their stories. And I’m happiest when I’m able to help people take those stories and turn them into something meaningful, whether it’s a wedding ceremony or a marriage proposal or whatever milestone you’re holding space for.

Ranking among New England’s highest-rated wedding officiants with more than 300 five-star reviews, Grace Ceremonies has helped hundreds of couples marry over the past 12 years. As an ordained Interfaith minister, Rev. Hannah Grace crafts spiritual as well as secular ceremonies at venues from mountaintops to meeting houses, backyards to ballrooms. Hannah's process is supportive and stress-free, helping couples plan their ceremony as well as deepen the connection that brings them to marriage.

I've been performing full Ministry services for folks from ALL walks of life since before CT legalized Marriage Equality in 2008. My belief is that any vendor should remember that this is the most important day of your life, and we should work as a team to make your day everything that you could want.

Poconos native, wife, proud business owner, newly established podcaster, loyal Sigma Kappa sorority sister, Albrightian and so much more! I am so proud to have officiated over 200 weddings! I am known for turning unity ceremony dreams into reality and being able to think on my feet, adding some situational commentary into your ceremony, adding laughter and putting everyone at ease. I always bring my “A” game and am happy to step into help out when I can!

Lori Prashker-Thomas is the owner of Ceremonies by Lori and a Certified Professional Wedding Officiant (CPWO) who believes every love story deserves to be told with heart, authenticity, and a personal touch. With years of experience creating inclusive and meaningful ceremonies for all couples, Lori brings warmth, creativity, and care to every celebration. Whether traditional, spiritual, or completely unique, she works closely with clients to craft moments that reflect who they are—at their core. Based in Pennsylvania, Lori is also a photographer, speaker, and passionate advocate for love in all its forms.

At Adirondack Ever After, we believe every wedding should be as unique and meaningful as the love story it celebrates. Nestled in the breathtaking Adirondack region of upstate New York, we specialize in creating unforgettable weddings and elopements that reflect who you are as a couple. We are passionate about bringing your vision to life with authenticity and attention to detail, ensuring your special day feels joyful, heartfelt, and uniquely yours. At Adirondack Ever After, your celebration is our joy — and we’re honored to help you create memories that will last a lifetime!

Interfaith Wedding Rabbi is a professional wedding officiant. Rabbi/Cantor Ron Broden has served as a rabbi for Jewish weddings and a rabbi for interfaith weddings for over 25 years. As a rabbi for Jewish weddings and a rabbi for interfaith weddings, he will help you construct a ceremony reflecting your beliefs as a couple and the union you share. Serving the Tri-State area; Westchester County, New York, New York City Manhattan, Northern New Jersey, Brooklyn, Queens, New Jersey, Long Island (Nassau County and Suffolk County), and Fairfield, New Haven, Connecticut, lower Hudson Valley.

Lawrence E. Adjah, MBA, M.Ed, M.Div. is a pastor, marriage counselor and best-selling author on relationships. Lawrence specializes in marriage counseling and one-on-one spiritual advisory. He approaches his guidance in a biblically based, structured, relatable, and systematic manner, with clear owned outcomes and next steps. Lawrence will guide you through the wedding planning process with warmth, intentionality and clarity. Lawrence offers a wide array of services to guide you through your wedding and beyond. He provides both wedding officiating services and vow renewals, as well as pre-marital counseling and ongoing marriage counseling.

Our 2008 marriage ceremony was the best I’ve ever attended (I may be biased). My partner and I created a humorous and meaningful service that fit us perfectly. I want to be able to do the same for you. I am a social worker who is good at highlighting relationships and connections. I’m an attentive listener, and I promise you won’t feel like you’re in a therapy session when we work together. Unless you totally love therapy, in which case, sure, I’ll use my therapist voice. Social workers aren’t usually associated with humor, but I assure you, I am hilarious. I'm also calm, organized, thoughtful & fun.

Cantor Laura Stein is a dedicated Jewish wedding officiant and cantor based in New York, committed to helping individuals and families find meaning and create lasting memories through life's significant milestones. She specializes in crafting personalized rituals that honor heritage, culture, values, and goals, having worked with hundreds of clients to create inclusive and welcoming ceremonies.

My Grandfather was one of the first people in my life to hand me a microphone, and I have found myself holding one ever since. My name is Kaitlin, and I go by The Resonant Officiant. To “resonate” means to “ produce or be filled with a deep, full, reverberating sound” and my goal is to co-create a ceremony that leaves both the guests and the couple with a sense of connection, hope, and lasting memory. Our ancestors were deeply rooted in ritual practices, and while those exact rituals may not fit quite the same as they once did, they brought people together as a strengthened unit - a sense of belonging all beings deserve to experience.

As an inter-faith ordained minister, I bring a deep sense of spiritual guidance and compassion. I am blessed to be able to connect with people from all walks of life on a profound level, offer support during life's significant moments, and provide meaningful ceremonies. My commitment to upholding ethical and moral standards, coupled with empathetic nature, ensures that those I serve feel heard, understood, and supported in their journey. My dedication and ultimate goal is fostering love, understanding, and unity within communities.

I'm a bilingual (Spanish) Unity minister with over 25 years of experience creating heartfelt and personalized wedding ceremonies. During a free consultation, we can discuss your preferences, answer any questions, and see if I'm the right fit to guide you on this special journey.

Naomi Fay is an Ordained Interfaith Minister and founder of a non-profit spiritual organization called the Interfaith Sanctuary with over 20 years of experience as a Wedding Officiant, Spiritual Teacher & Healer. She is the author of Sacred Codes in Times of Crisis and Blessing of the Day - Wisdom for your Journey,.

Guiding couples through intentional commitment, emotional growth, and meaningful ceremony. I started Aligned Newlyweds to help couples build a strong foundation for a lifetime of love.  Rooted in our company core values—Tenderness, Harmony, Curation, and Celebration—I'm honored to support you on your wedding day and beyond. As a Licensed Therapist and Marriage Consultant, I have the joy of co-authoring love stories every single day.  I’m excited to help you craft a beautiful beginning!

With over 20 years of experience working with engaged couples, I believe in helping couples celebrate their wedding in a way that is authentic to who they are while honoring the spiritual/religious heritage from which they come. Having been first ordained as a Catholic priest and now UCC minister, I bring a gravitas and palpable sense of presence, holding a deeply significant occasion in a light-hearted and joyous spirit.

No two couples are the same, and I believe your ceremony should reflect that. Whether you’re planning a small elopement, a city celebration, or something entirely unconventional, I work with you to design a ceremony that feels authentic and true to who you are. My approach is collaborative, detail-oriented, and grounded in listening. I take the time to learn your story—how you met, what makes your relationship unique, and what matters most on your wedding day. From there, I create a ceremony that feels natural, memorable, and meaningful.