The Best Wedding Ceremony Officiants in Gurnee, IL

The Best Wedding Ceremony Officiants in Gurnee, IL

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27 Wedding Officiants in Gurnee, IL

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The Wedding Rev - Rev. Dave Angle 

5.0

  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life, and I’m here to help make it UNFORGETTABLE! I specialize in personalized ceremonies that reflect who you are as a couple—whether lighthearted and fun or deeply heartfelt. Serving couples across Chicagoland, I’m passionate about making your ceremony the highlight of your big day—for you and your guests. I have over 30 years of experience as an ordained minister, and have married 1,200+ awesome couples. I LOVE helping couples start their marriage with love, joy, and a ceremony they will never forget. Let’s create a ceremony your guests won’t stop talking about!

Our experience with Rev. Dave was honestly a hit from the beginning! His personality is magnetic and you can tell he puts love and intention into the wedding ceremonies that he is a part of. He has different content up his sleeve (you’ll see when you book with him) to truly give you an unforgettable ceremony. Our guests could NOT stop raving about him and all of our guests thought that we had YEARS of personal family connections with him, when in reality we only had a 3-4 planning sessions. One of our close family friends even told my dad that our ceremony was the best ceremony he had ever seen and his daughter just got married (sorry girl!). All i can say is this: when you receive his pricing, DO NOT SKIMP. My (now) husband and i paid for this wedding ourselves, and i do admit that we went with the middle package because of our own hectic schedules and finances, but Rev Dave is WORTH IT ALL. You are (hopefully) only getting married one time, and one of THE best decisions you could make is hiring Rev. Dave!
Alyssa, 7 months ago
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Hitched By MV 

5.0

  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

When you tell your love story it should bring a smile to your face. It should make you laugh. Expressing your love and exchanging vows with your fiance(e) should perhaps even bring a tear to your eye. This is exactly what you and your guests will experience during your wedding ceremony. You and I will work together as I craft and narrate your personalized service reflecting your one of a kind journey for only $300. English, Spanish and bilingual ceremonies are available. This all inclusive offer is available to any bride and groom whose ceremony will be held in Lake County, IL.

Reverend Michael is a true pleasure to work with. Whether it's his short and sweet or custom ceremony scripts, they are always beautiful, and our couples are consistently thrilled with their ceremonies.
Riley, 7 months ago
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Weddings By Jennifer Fox 

5.0

  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

Our team of officiants has over 600 weddings experience in the last 8 years. We are experienced in creating a ceremony that is perfect for you and your fiancee for the best start to your married life.

Jennifer was wonderful to work with. She was very easy to contact and quickly answered any and all questions. Rehearsal went by so smooth and made sure to allievate any concerns and nerves- everyone knew what to do, when to do it, and how. The ceremony itself was more than what we could have hoped for. Jennifer kept it upbeat, loving, emotional, and just FUN! We were involved in the writing process so the ceremony was personal and full of meaning but kept a lot of surprises for us. I cannot recommend Jennifer enough!!!
Abby W., 7 months ago
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RebDina.com 

5.0

  • Offers 2 ceremony types
  • Starts at $850
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

I assist in crafting a creative, Jewish wedding ceremony that reflects who you are as a couple. I work with partners that are Jewish, interfaith, and LGBTQ+. I help couples honor their connection to Judaism and show them how to incorporate that respect into their wedding ceremony...in a way that is comfortable for them.

Rabbi Dina was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding ceremony. From our first conversation, Reb Dina was incredibly responsive, communicative, and friendly. We wanted elements of a traditional Jewish wedding ceremony without being overly religious and she took the time to understand our vision and tailored the ceremony to be truly special and personal for us. We received so many compliments from our guests on how special and full of love the ceremony was and what a wonderful job Reb Dina did. She was a delight to work with and really allowed us to customize the ceremony to be exactly what we were looking for. We highly recommend Reb Dina and her team for any couple looking for a flexible, personalized, and unforgettable wedding officiant!
Julia D., 7 months ago
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Minister Jim - Your Personal Wedding Officiant 
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

Hello! My name is Jim McArdle and I have been involved in the wedding industry for more than 20 years. I’m grateful that you are considering me as your wedding officiant. Each wedding is unique and should be treated as such. An officiant plays a key role on your special day. It is very important to me that your beliefs, love and commitment are shown in a personalized ceremony. We will work together to make sure your ceremony is perfect.

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"I Do" Weddings, Ltd. 

5.0

  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

Rev. Phil is a full-time wedding officiant. He is real minister (with a Master of Divinity degree). He has been married to Pam for 41 years. He enjoys watching movies (tries to see all the Oscar nominees), reading newspapers on his iPad, the Bears, summer concerts at the Chicago Botanic Garden and wine. He and his wife love to chat, listen to music and drink wine in front of their fireplace or in the backyard, depending on the season.

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Rev. Phill! From start to finish, he made our ceremony feel completely personal, meaningful, and truly about us. He took the time to get to know us and guided us through every step of the process — from the structure of the ceremony to the heartfelt details that made it uniquely ours. His care, thoughtfulness, and genuine spirit shone through in every moment. My absolute favorite part of the entire day was when my husband and I shared our reasons for why we love each other — a beautiful idea that Rev. Phill incorporated perfectly. Hearing those words out loud, realizing how aligned our hearts and thoughts were, and seeing our guests’ reactions was unforgettable. It’s something we will cherish for the rest of our lives, and so many guests told us afterward how touching and personal it was. Rev. Phill went above and beyond in every way. His warmth, sincerity, and professionalism made us feel completely at ease, and it truly felt like he had known us for years. We would not have wanted anyone else to officiate our wedding — he was absolutely perfect for us and worth every penny. Rev. Phill made our day more meaningful than we ever could have imagined, and we will gladly recommend him to anyone and everyone looking for an officiant who will make your ceremony personal, heartfelt, and unforgettable.
Ann, 14 days ago
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Married by Mike 

5.0

  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

​Hey I’m Mike! Some are NBA legends, some are the king of pop, another one was a ruthless boxer, and I believe one was even known as Magic! As for me, I’m just ordinary Mike! But just like those Mikes, I’m overly passionate about something. That something is the biblical definition of marriage! If you are reading this, I need to start with a huge congratulations!! You are about to embark on one of the greatest blessings God has for you. Doing life as a team is the absolute best! I would be overjoyed to join you two, encourage you two, and create for you two a custom wedding ceremony that is unforgettable! Let's get you Married By Mike!

Your wedding is your big day and one of the most important in your whole lifetime. So if you’re like me (the bride here), making decisions for the day felt a little daunting. However, the one that I was sure about was hiring Mike to officiate. Rest assured reader, Mike is the best of the best. You’ll get fun, light, funny, passion, and lots of kindness. You’ll also get a new friend. Someone who is truly rooting for your marriage. He does this as his passion project, and that passion shines through. Your ceremony will be your favorite part and honestly.. even though I’m a control freak and would like to say my ceremony was the best because of what I did.. it was because of Mike. Happy wedding planning! Don’t think twice, Married By Mike is the easiest decision to make.
Francesca P., 3 months ago
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Certified Signatures TN 

5.0

  • Offers 7 ceremony types
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

As recently seen on the TLC Network in April 2025, Certified Signatures TN is a premier, one-of-a-kind, inclusive wedding officiant service. Winning all five stars, Certified Signatures TN is trusted and has become a go-to choice for couples looking to make their wedding day memorable. Jackie’s weddings have been featured in the NY Times, People Country, and most recently on the TLC Network as the Officiant for Jay & Pamela. [Episodes 4 and Season Finale 8] Whether it's a backyard 'I Do' or a ballroom fairytale, I'm here to make your moment unforgettable. Weddings are my business and love is always center stage.

Jackie was an amazing officiant from start to finish! We struggled to find a officiant close to our area so we started looking further out and once we found Jackie, she won us over with her joyful and funny personality. Jackie had good and quick communication starting from the moment we reached out and throughout the whole process. Jackie was super helpful with making our ceremony unique to us and special by including small pieces that we asked for but also by having some suggestions of her own. There were many guests after the ceremony that told me what a good job Jackie did. She was super supportive during our wedding day and made us comfortable throughout the whole process. I highly recommend choosing Jackie as your wedding officiant. Our day truly would not have been the same without her!
Lexi H., 5 months ago
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Matt Kovatchis Speaks 

5.0

  • Offers 7 ceremony types
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

Matt Kovatchis is a professional keynote speaker on mental health, mindfulness, and self-compassion who’s shared his message with organizations and universities nationwide. Drawing on his experience connecting with diverse audiences, Matt officiates weddings that are heartfelt and deeply personal. He crafts not just wedding ceremonies, but a magical experience that honors the once-in-a-lifetime moment when every person who shaped your story stands together to witness its next chapter.

Matt Kovatchis Speaks was the perfect officiant for our wedding. His communication style was thoughtful, powerful, intentional, meaningful, and engaging throughout the entire ceremony. The quality of his work was amazing and truly vital to making our special day so incredibly memorable. Matt memorized the entire speech perfectly, and there was not a dry eye in the crowd as he delivered it with such passion and care. He was the #1 thing our guests complimented us on after the wedding. I would 100% recommend Matt Kovatchis Speaks to any couple looking for an officiant who will make their ceremony truly special.
Jamie K., a month ago
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Say I Do Wedding Officiant 

5.0

  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

Contact Lois for a free, no-obligation consultation with personalized pricing! Say I Do Wedding Officiant is based in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago, serving Northern IL, Southern WI, Northern IN, and Southern MI. Ordained Officiant Lois Meyer Bruno holds the realization of a couple's dream wedding day as her highest priority. She will work with you to create a personalized ceremony that reflects your unique love story. In addition to officiating your wedding, services include unlimited meetings with the two of you, a custom ceremony reflecting your preferences and personalities and filing your marriage license via certified mail.

Lois was so kind and helpful in putting our ceremony together! She was able to tailor our ceremony to exactly what we wanted, including letting us edit the word document she prepared and choose our reading and vows (she recommended a handful of options, in case we were overwhelmed by choices). On the big day, she had a calming presence. Her delivery was warm and easily heard, even for people whose hearing was buzzing with nerves. Cannot recommend highly enough!
Jeffery C., 6 months ago
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Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly 

5.0

  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly is here to serve you, to make your wedding look and feel like you. I’m a Chicago-based officiant with a background in public speaking, coaching, and world religions. I craft one-of-a-kind ceremonies for couples of all faiths, identities, and cultural traditions—always written from scratch, never from templates. Whether you’re planning a luxury wedding in the city or an intimate elopement on the shore of Lake Michigan, I’ll bring presence, professionalism, and heart to your special day. I’m also available for travel and offer optional pre-marriage coaching using the Prepare/Enrich system.

Rev Bill was excellent. He was professional, warm, and was an expert aid up to and at our Wedding. He met with us often, got to really know us and our relationship, and offered invaluable advice regarding the ceremony and our vows. And it wasn't just us, our guests commented on just how perfect Rev. Bill was for our special day.
Skyler, 4 months ago
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DesTin Weddings Chicago Officiant (Bilingual) 

5.0

  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $275
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

We specialize in crafting intimate and beautifully personalized wedding experiences in Chicago. Whether you’re planning a romantic elopement, a micro-wedding, a chic in-house ceremony, or grand affair we make saying “I do” effortless & unforgettable. Founded with a passion for love stories and a commitment to excellence, Destin Weddings offers wedding officiant services, courthouse alternatives, photography ad ons, & elegant décor rentals. We take pride in creating heartfelt ceremonies that reflect each couple’s unique journey, blending faith, & traditions. Let us help you start your forever—beautifully, authentically, and with love.

DesTin Weddings was the perfect choice for our wedding officiant. From our very first interaction, she was accessible, friendly, helpful and extremely knowledgeable about the wedding ceremony process. Desiree took the time to get to know us as a couple and crafted a personalized, intimate ceremony that truly reflected our relationship. DesTin Weddings was honest, open and caring throughout the entire planning process, always going the extra mile to ensure our special day was everything we dreamed of. Her friendly and hardworking approach made us feel at ease and allowed us to fully enjoy the moment. We are so grateful to DesTin Weddings for helping to make our wedding day truly unforgettable.
Emma G., 7 months ago
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Fab Weddings 

5.0

  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $550
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

At Fab Weddings, we believe that Love is love, and helping couples happily head toward I DO is my calling. Your story, your love, your life together are the reason for the wonder of a wedding. For the ceremony, you and I create the wedding of your dreams, and spend quality time sharing your journey. I weave your lives together in an original message.

Jane was one of the best parts of our day. After my now husband heard me laughing and talking easily through my initial phone call to Jane, we both knew she was the officiant for us. She helped us all truly relish in the joy of our family coming together. But not only was she fun and easy to work with, she's also deeply insightful. Her message was so uniquely inspiring to us that it actually helped me commit to some other changes in my life, and my wedding day become not just a pivotal moment for our relationship but for the journey of my life. She was able to speak those important words because she got to know us so well during our preparation video call. We were astonished by the things she elucidated from that relatively short time together. You can also tell Jane truly cares about the couples with whom she works. She's kept in contact with us since the wedding, and we can feel her genuine happiness and best wishes for us radiating from her. I think it is also worth mentioning that Jane was flexible and not the kind of person to be easily frazzled. We had some last minute changes, even ones that occurred during the ceremony, and Jane flowed right with it and made it look like it was the plan all along. We especially appreciated her flexibility in helping us include our young child in the ceremony. We weren't sure we wanted a pastor officiating our wedding, because we didn't want it to be religious. Jane was totally cool with that too. To be honest, I didn't first reach out to Jane because I wasn't sure I wanted a "fab" wedding, haha. We wanted an intimate, meaningful, heartfelt ceremony, and I wasn't sure if a business named "fab weddings" would be the right fit. But oh my goodness, I was so wrong. Our wedding was fabulously intimate, fabulously meaningful, and fabulously heartfelt. Although I'm sure if you want a good ol' fabulous wedding, she can do that too. All in all, I simply cannot recommend Jane enough. She absolutely has found her calling and is using it to spread a lot of love and light.
Sarah, 3 months ago
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Minister Weddings 

5.0

  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $125
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

I am an ordained minister with the Universal Life Church since 2023, and I’ve had the privilege of officiating over 100 weddings. As a proud US Army veteran, I bring dedication, honor, and attention to detail to every ceremony. My wife and close friend, both ordained ministers, assist me when needed—ensuring that every couple receives the care and support they deserve. Together, we believe every wedding should feel like a fairytale, and we work closely with you to create a ceremony that’s magical, meaningful, and uniquely yours. Whether you dream of a classic, modern, or one-of-a-kind celebration, we’re here to make your wedding, Fairytale.

Quiero agradecer a Minister Weddings por oficiar mi matrimonio, el Ministro Joe habla muy bien español e inglés, por lo que agradezco y admiro su fluidez en los dos idiomas, haciendo entendible toda la ceremonia para nuestras familias con hermosas lecturas y anécdotas de nuestra vida. Deseo lo mejor a Minister Weddings y también deseo a los futuros esposos que sean tan o más felices que yo lo fui en mi matrimonio, mil gracias Ministro Joe.
Catherine, 3 months ago
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Always and 4ever Ceremonies 

5.0

  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

I am a non denominational wedding officiant that travels to your location to unite you. I pride myself with open communication for my couples this way I can learn more about you both and create a beautiful ceremony that reflects your beautiful love story.

Rachel from Always and 4ever Ceremonies was the perfect officiant for our wedding. From the first time we spoke with her, we were impressed by her prompt, professional, and efficient communication style. She made us feel comfortable throughout the entire process and we were able to easily customize our ceremony with the options she provided. Rachel's warm and clear tone set the perfect mood for our ceremony, and it truly felt like we had known her forever. She made our special day absolutely perfect. We cannot recommend Always and 4ever Ceremonies highly enough.
Jade W., 7 months ago
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My Chicago Wedding Officiant 

5.0

  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $395
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

With over 20 years in the wedding and event industry and more than 1,000 celebrations under our belt, we’ve seen it all—from tearful “I do’s” to packed dance floors. Based in the heart of Chicagoland, we started this business with one goal: to help couples create meaningful, unforgettable moments. After years of working behind the scenes as DJs, lighting pros, and event specialists, officiating was a natural next step. We understand the flow of a perfect day and know how to make every ceremony feel personal, joyful, and just right.

Robert was very thorough throughout the whole process! He is very caring and thoughtful to help make the day special for you. Robert is also very flexible to help work around the tough schedules that you might have!
Zac S., 6 days ago
Mitch & Jenna Weddings 

5.0

  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

For over 12 years we've been helping couples create truly unforgettable ceremonies that are custom created each time to be uniquely personal, fun, meaningful and professional. We've been names Best Officiant by Wisconsin Bride Magazine and our team has grown to accommodate more weddings for more amazing couples. Each officiant learns your love story and builds your confidence about all the reasons why you fell in love in the first place. All Mitch and Jenna Officiants are licensed to officiant in all 50 states and have a combined 100+ years of performing weddings.

My husband and I were introduced to Mitch and Jenna Weddings through our wedding planner and could not be more grateful for the recommendation. We were paired with Levi, and from our very first meeting, it was evident how genuinely invested he was in getting to know us both as a couple and on a personal and spiritual level. Through several meaningful conversations, he gained a deep understanding of who we are and shaped a ceremony that felt uniquely ours. Levi was meticulous in planning every detail of the ceremony, ensuring it reflected both our values and our vision for the day. His professionalism, calm demeanor, and thoughtful input added a special and memorable depth to the experience. We highly recommend Levi to any couple seeking an officiant who will create a personalized, heartfelt ceremony and approach the process with sincerity, grace, and genuine care for your journey together.
Jenna, 4 months ago
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Mercy The Officiant 
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

I’m so honored you’re here. When I stand beside you on your wedding day, my heart is right there with you—sharing your story, honoring your journey, and celebrating your dreams. My ceremonies are rooted in cultura, love, and family, and crafted to feel deeply personal and unforgettable. Whether in English, Spanish, or both, I weave traditions with meaning, laughter, and joy. It’s my honor to create a ceremony that feels like you—one that celebrates your love and welcomes your future with open arms.

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Rev Russ Weddings 
  • Offers 6 ceremony types
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

Rev. Russ Sorensen is a wedding officiant located in Westmont, Illinois that services weddings throughout the local area. He provides couples with extraordinary and memorable wedding ceremonies. Rev. Russ Sorensen has been officiating weddings for nearly two decades. He is an interdenominational ordained and licensed minister. Rev. Russ is well-versed in the traditions of various Christian denominations and a number of other faiths. He also has a great deal of experience working with couples who identify themselves as spiritual but non-religious.

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Simple Ceremony Chicago 
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

Simple Ceremony Chicago specializes in... well... simple ceremonies! We offer easy, no fuss ceremonies performed by experienced officiants. Small, informal ceremonies in the park and backyard weddings are our favorite!

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Vowed and Clear Online Weddings 
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $249
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

Vowed and Clear is a team of online wedding officiants built on fostering spirit of accessibility and inclusion that marriage deserves. Based in Utah, Vowed and Clear helps couples legally marry online from anywhere in the world, ensuring that love, and not logistics, guides the ceremony. Vowed and Clear’s officiants have proudly helped couples across the globe celebrate their commitment. Whether joining from different cities or different continents, we help couples create a moment that’s both deeply personal and fully legal, all while honoring the belief that everyone deserves the right to marry the person they love.

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Sacred Celebrations by Sara 

5.0

  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Gurnee, IL for additional fees

With over a decade of experience in ministry and teaching, Dr. Sara Conneely, D. Min. is deeply passionate about guiding couples and families through life’s most meaningful moments. As the founder of Sacred Celebrations by Sara, she brings joy, compassion, and a deep sense of spirituality to every ceremony she officiates. Whether you’re celebrating the start of a marriage, renewing your vows, or honoring a loved one, Sara ensures your sacred moment is as unique as you are.

My wedding ceremony officiated by Sara was absolutely perfect! From our very first meeting, I could tell how friendly she was and how much she truly cared about creating the perfect speech for our ceremony. Sara was incredibly patient, answering all of our questions thoughtfully. I especially appreciated that she provided PDFs of potential readings to choose from—something I felt totally overwhelmed about before she offered her help. I loved how beautifully she incorporated all of our preferences into the ceremony. She even allowed us to proofread her speech ahead of time, and I absolutely loved it. I only requested one small change, which she was incredibly receptive to. On our wedding day, Sara spoke so elegantly and clearly. She has a truly beautiful voice and delivered the most perfect ceremony. Her voice, delivery, and words were so meaningful that our videographer even used her speech as the voiceover in our wedding video. I highly, highly recommend Sara. She was absolutely perfect and made our wedding ceremony so special!
Megan O., 4 days ago
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Forever Incredible Ceremonies 

5.0

  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $1,050
  • Serves Gurnee, IL

At Forever Incredible Ceremonies, I specialize in crafting custom, heartfelt wedding ceremonies that are as unique as the love stories behind them. I take the time to get to know each couple, weaving their journey, values, and vision into a one-of-a-kind ceremony that feels personal, joyful, and deeply meaningful. Whether you're planning a luxury wedding, a multicultural celebration, or a heartfelt elopement, my goal is to make your ceremony the most memorable part of your day. Based in Chicago and available for travel, I bring warmth, professionalism, and a little magic to every celebration I’m lucky enough to officiate.

The best decision I've ever made was to marry my husband. The second-best decision I've made was hiring Carla of Forever Incredible Ceremonies to be our officiant. Leading up to our wedding, she really took the time to get to know me and my husband and to learn about our love story. The ceremony she wrote for us was astoundingly personalized--her attention to detail is like no other. She offered beautiful & fitting suggestions when we didn't know where to begin with readings, had excellent ideas for a unity ceremony that was unique to our family, and customized the structure of the ceremony so it felt just like "us". We found her pricing to be right in line with our expectations. Carla's friendly and outgoing personality helped her to really connect with our guests, and the ceremony came across as relaxed and genuine--exactly the vibe were shooting for. We received many compliments on the ceremony from our guests, and at least one couple in attendance has gone on to hire Carla to officiate their wedding. I attended that wedding last fall, and the ceremony was entirely different from my own but once again captured that couple perfectly. Carla is a wonderful officiant and I will recommend her over and over again.
Alison L., 5 months ago

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