Matt Sims Wedding Officiant

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Prices start at $300

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Prices start at $400

About Matt Sims Wedding Officiant

Matt Sims Wedding Officiant

British Pastor Officiant

Matt Sims Officiant is a wedding officiant based in Chantilly, Virginia, serving Northern Virginia. I have a master's in theology and am an ordained pastor. I have a lot of experience working with crowds from my over 15-year career as a public speaker and actor. I am a proud member of the Screen Actors Guild. I am available for ceremonies of varying lengths and styles. I would be delighted to lead your ceremony from start to finish or help you and your loved ones be involved. Consultations are important to come up with a ceremony that is meaningful and memorable. I will provide you with an order of service ahead of your big day.

I was born in England and moved to the USA 16 years ago, but I still have a strong British accent, which would make your ceremony a little more unique sounding! As a pastor, I specialize in Christian weddings and would love to work with you to make your day a special and God-honoring one for you and your new spouse and to be honoring to your family members. Matt Sims Officiant is licensed to officiate weddings in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, and DC.

In three words: Organized, Supportive, Thoughtful

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Services

Ceremony types

  • Elopement
  • Legal License Signing
  • Non-religious Ceremony
  • Religious
  • Vow Renewal Ceremony

Religious affiliations

  • Catholic
  • Christian
  • Spiritual

Matt Sims Wedding Officiant packages

Full Package

Description

Unlimited consultations, Ceremony Preparation, Time and Travel to the venue, Ceremony led from start to finish and all paperwork completed and sent back to the courthouse.

Reviews

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    Brittany

    Rating: 5
    •May 19, 2026

    Bride

    Matt Sims was the perfect choice for our wedding officiant. From our first conversation, he was responsive and patient with all of our questions, making the planning process smooth and stress-free. On the day of our wedding, his professionalism and experience really shined through. He had us laughing at the altar and brought such genuine kindness to our ceremony that our guests are still talking about it. Matt's work was excellent and felt completely tailored to us and our love story. We would 100% recommend him to any couple looking for an officiant.

  • MR

    Meaghan R.

    Rating: 5
    •May 2, 2026

    Perfect Officiant

    We were so glad we chose Matt Sims to officiate our wedding. From our first conversation, he was friendly and easy to talk to, which made planning the ceremony feel stress-free. Matt was incredibly responsive to our questions and made sure we knew exactly what to expect on the day of our wedding. When the big day arrived, he kept everything running on schedule and paid close attention to all the details we had discussed. His hard work behind the scenes made our ceremony flow perfectly, and our guests commented on how natural and personal the whole thing felt. We would absolutely recommend Matt to any couple looking for an officiant who truly cares about making their day special.

  • NB

    Natalie B.

    Rating: 5
    •Apr 29, 2026

    The Officiant you want for your special day

    We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant for our wedding. From the very beginning, Matt was warm, organized, and genuinely invested in making our ceremony feel personal and meaningful. He took the time to get to know us, which really showed in how thoughtfully our story was woven into the ceremony. On the day itself, everything flowed seamlessly. Matt’s presence was calm, confident, and uplifting—exactly what we needed in such an important moment. He struck the perfect balance between heartfelt and lighthearted, creating an atmosphere that felt authentic to us and memorable for our guests. If you’re looking for someone who will go above and beyond to make your ceremony special, we highly recommend Matt.

  • CC

    C and C.

    Rating: 5
    •Apr 2, 2026

    Highly recommend!

    Matt was absolutely wonderful to work with! From the start, he took the time to get to know us as a couple and understand what we were looking for in our ideal ceremony. He provided helpful guidelines and answered any questions we had about the process. We had a very smooth rehearsal and ceremony thanks to Matt! Would recommend him to all!

  • WM

    Win M.

    Rating: 5
    •Nov 24, 2025

    A Truly Exceptional Wedding Officiant

    I’ve had the pleasure of working with Matt Sims on wedding ceremonies, and he is truly one of the best officiants I’ve ever collaborated with. Matt isn’t just friendly — he’s a natural leader and genuinely a master of the ceremony. He brings such a calm, warm presence to the wedding day, and you can immediately tell how comfortable he makes the couple and the guests feel. From a videographer’s perspective, Matt is a dream to work with. He communicates clearly, coordinates effortlessly, and understands the flow of a ceremony in a way that makes everything smoother for all vendors involved. Every time we’ve worked together, the ceremony has run beautifully, and his thoughtful pacing and delivery translate incredibly well on camera. If you’re looking for someone who brings professionalism, heart, and an exceptional sense of timing to your wedding ceremony, Matt is the one. Highly recommend working with him!

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