The Best Wedding Ceremony Officiants in Union, 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!

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.

We embrace the diversity surrounding us. Recognizing that our world is filled with various forms of love. We at Christine the Officiant believe that love has no boundaries, love is love, and love is universal. Our couples come from various nationalities and backgrounds, including religious beliefs such as Catholic, Jewish, Lutheran, and or nondenominational. We at Christine the Officiant are multilingual. It is the beginning of a new era, where couples now have more options for their special day, whether it may be traditional, a specific theme, or outdoors. We are excited for each opportunity to unite and share the love.

Love Story Weddings is a national wedding officiant service based in Chicago, Illinois, led by Rev. Brad Hughes and his amazing team of ordained officiants. Together, they create unforgettable wedding experiences filled with life, love, and laughter. Your hand-selected officiant takes the time to truly get to know you—your style, personalities, and preferences—so that by the time they step in front of your guests, they feel like family. The result? A tailor-made, 30-minute ceremony crafted just for you two. Each ceremony beautifully weaves in your love story for a happy-tears experience that you and your guests will absolutely love!

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.

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.

I believe your ceremony should reflect who you are — culturally, spiritually, and personally. As a trilingual wedding officiant, I offer ceremonies in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, whether you’d like the entire ceremony in one language or a meaningful blend of all three. Whether you’re envisioning something romantic, spiritual, or secular, I’ll help you craft a ceremony that feels truly you. I’m happy to discuss your preferences — whether we connect in person or chat over FaceTime, WhatsApp, or Google Meet.

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.

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 42 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.

​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!

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.

*SIDENOTE: CHRISTIAN OFFICIANTS DOES NOT PHOTOGRAPH SATURDAYS due to Sabbath observance* THANK YOU I'm a layman preacher at 5 different Adventist churches & am registered with the State of Arkansas as an officiant. I serve any destination you want- Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, & Illinois more specifically. My wife is also a wedding photographer: Alina Alexandra Photography. My sermon to you & your guests at the wedding will be Christ-centered with a focus on unity, one-ness, & a covenant you two will embark on as you lead your future family until death do you part. Or until Jesus comes back beforehand.

Unbound Ceremonies specializes in modern, intentional wedding officiating and bespoke ritual curation for couples who want to break away from traditional molds. Operating throughout Chicago and beyond, we craft deeply personalized ceremony experience ranging from intimate elopements and secular scripts to custom handfasting and avant-garde celebrations. Every ceremony is meticulously tailored to remain authentic, memorable, and unmistakably yours.

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.

At Destin Weddings & Notary Services, we specialize in intimate, personalized wedding experiences across the United States, with a strong presence in Chicago, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Maryland, California, North Carolina, and Texas. Whether you’re planning an elopement, micro wedding, courthouse alternative, or traditional celebration, we make saying “I do” feel effortless and meaningful. We offer bilingual officiant services, photography add-ons, décor rentals, and customized ceremonies that reflect your love story, faith, culture, and traditions.

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.

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.

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.

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.

I'm Reverend Steven Reid. I love working with couples, getting to know them, and helping them celebrate the happiest day of their lives. Over the years, I have officiated over 150 weddings for couples from diverse faith and cultural backgrounds in a wide variety of settings. My husband/soulmate and I have been together for 20 years.

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.

As an ordained minister with the Universal Life Church since 2023, I have had the honor of officiating over 100 weddings. With the dedication and attention to detail I honed as a proud US Army veteran, I strive to make each ceremony special. My wife and close friend, also ordained ministers, support me to ensure every couple feels cared for. We believe every wedding should be a fairytale, and we collaborate with you to create a ceremony that is magical and uniquely yours. Whether you envision a classic, modern, or unique celebration, we’re here to make your wedding a true Fairytale.

I offer a warm, supportive experience tailored to your unique love story. Whether you're planning a grand celebration or an intimate gathering, I’m here to help you say “I do” your way. fluent in English and Spanish

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.

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.

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 name is Minister Mimi! I will customize each ceremony to fit the vision of the wedding or civil union of the couple. Each Bride and Groom are unique and their ceremony should be just as unique. I customize each ceremony to your needs and wants for your special day.

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.

Our officiant services here at Mystical Milestones includes a customized, unique, ceremony script tailored to the couple. We offer services in Spanish and in English, but also Spanglish (a mix of both that flows).

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.