The Best Wedding Ceremony Officiants in Derby, CT

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29 Wedding Officiants in Derby, CT

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Rev. Lauri Ingram 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $375
  • Serves Derby, CT

I’m Rev. Lauri, an award-winning interfaith and interspiritual officiant who believes your ceremony should reflect your unique love story. Whether your wedding is spiritual, secular, or somewhere in between, I bring warmth, creativity, and a calming presence to help you feel supported every step of the way. Based in New Jersey and serving the surrounding areas, I specialize in heartfelt, inclusive ceremonies that feel personal, meaningful, and true to you.

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Lauri was fantastic to work with and we are so grateful we found her. She was a caring a nurturing presence throughout, was very receptive to our requested changes as we planned the ceremony script, and was clearly motivated by doing what would be right for us. She met with me and my fiance about four times during our wedding planning process to get to know us and modify our ceremony plan/script to what spoke most to us most as a couple. She was knowledgable about a variety of cultural traditions and helped us incorporate the Irish Hand Fasting Blessing into our ceremony, providing us with an everlasting, unique memory and memento (the handfasting chord) of our promises to each other. We received several compliments from our wedding guests about Lauri's ease and professionalism while she officiated our wedding. We highly recommend her! - Tess, May 2025 Bride, Bill Miller's Castle
Teresa P and M., 10 months ago
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Moments With Meaning 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Derby, CT

Moments With Meanings is a Connecticut-based wedding officiant service dedicated to crafting ceremonies that feel authentic, personal, and full of heart. We believe every love story deserves to be told in a way that reflects who you truly are, whether that’s traditional, non-traditional, bilingual, or beautifully in between. From simple “I do’s” to fully customized scripts, we create meaningful moments that leave lasting memories.

Awarded Best of Zola
Moments With Meaning is an exceptional wedding officiant that I would highly recommend to any couple. Their communication style is consistently clear, concise and timely, making the planning process seamless. As a true professional, they take their role and responsibilities very serious, upholding the highest standards of respect and integrity. From uncovering the couple's love story to expertly facilitating the ceremony, Moments With Meaning ensures a meaningful and memorable experience. Having witnessed their exceptional service, I will absolutely be using them to officiate my own wedding when the time comes.
Alex P., 5 months ago
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At Your Services, llc -Hamden, CT 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $175
  • Serves Derby, CT

Hi, this is Guylene , your Wedding Officiant. I specialize in creating ceremonies that feel natural, joyful and deeply personal. My goal is simple: to help you begin your marriage feeling truly seen and celebrated. Whether you're in Hamden, New Haven, Bridgeport or anywhere in Ct. and planning an elopement or last-minute wedding, I'm honored to be your officiant.

At Your Services, LLC provided outstanding service from start to finish. Guylene Cohen was incredibly helpful, organized, and attentive to every detail. She made the entire process smooth and stress-free. I appreciate the professionalism and care, and I would definitely recommend At Your Services, LLC to anyone in need of reliable, high-quality service
Kevin chin l., 3 months ago
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Debra Meole, Conn Officiant & Photographer 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Derby, CT

I am excited to announce that I have been ordained by the Universal Life Church and I am ready to perform wedding ceremonies. My ceremonies are non-denominational. I welcome all who wish to marry or renew vows. My plan is to begin with elopements alone or an elopement package that includes a photo shoot of either 1 hour or 2 hours. It would be my pleasure to share your special day and create a service that is unique to you.

Working with Debra from ShutterArt was a pleasure from start to finish! We provided examples of poses we were looking for, and she captured them perfectly. Debra also incorporated her own ideas and professional opinion to make sure we got a wide range of photos, from walking down the aisle... to candid "silly" photos that captured everyone's personalities....to the last moments of the night. Debra was always responsive to calls and emails, and very professional. The quality of her work is exceptional, and all of the compliments on our photos truly shows that! Christine & Broden 7/21/18"
Christine H., 16 days ago
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Joyful Weddings For All! 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Derby, CT

I have nearly 20 years’ experience as a wedding officiant. Your service will respect and reflect the beliefs of both people making a commitment. Your wedding is a celebration of where you have been, of the extraordinary day, and of your future together. The marriage ceremony will reflect both of you—your backgrounds, your beliefs, your style, your love. The couples I have married have all given me 5 star reviews (see my website). They appreciate my professional, personalized services and my flexibility. Their guests have asked if I was a family friend because my services reflect them as a couple so clearly.

For making our day special. Shannon is pleasant, professional and made the process easy. We can’t thank you enough. I would recommend Shannon
Kimberly M., 7 months ago
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Love, Honor, and Cherish Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Derby, CT

Why settle for the same clichéd, predictable service everyone else uses? You're unique, and your wedding should be, too. I'll work with you to design the perfect ceremony to match your own individual style and personality.

Awarded Best of Zola
Mr Lang was the leader and voice of our whole ceremony. His voice was loud, clear, and powerful. His loud, powerful voice commanded a presence throughout the whole ceremony. Before our ceremony we were able to meet with Mr Lang as well to go over options on how we could go about our ceremony. He also sent us the versions we went over to make any changes we wanted to. He was extremely easy to work with and also helped us through the whole process. Throughout our process leading up to the wedding there were some unforeseen circumstances that caused some changes the day before. Even with this happening Mr Lang was able to change everything up and even some decisions being made the day off and everything went on without any issues. I would fully recommend Mr Lang for any kind of ceremony. He will make your ceremony special and lead a ceremony that you will never forget.
David P., 7 months ago
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Rabbi Noyo - Officiant 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Derby, CT

Rabbi Noyo (Rabbi Sarah Noyovitz) is a warm, inclusive, and creative officiant based in Boston, MA. She crafts meaningful, personalized wedding ceremonies for couples of all backgrounds - Jewish, interfaith, non-religious, queer, poly, and beyond. Whether you want something simple or symbolic, she will collaborate with you to make it feel deeply “you.” She brings care, clarity, and joy to every celebration and believes your love deserves to be honored with intention.

Awarded Best of Zola
We feel incredibly lucky to have had Rabbi Noyo as our wedding officiant. From our very first conversation, they brought warmth, an open mind, understanding and genuine care into the entire process. They took the time to get to know us as a couple easily and conveniently. They asked us great questions and got right to the heart of who we are and how to bring that to our wedding day. They crafted a ceremony that was deeply meaningful, personal, and full of heart that really resonated with who we are individually and together. They made us feel seen and comfortable to express ourselves. Rabbi Noyo blended tradition with inclusivity of our multi faith backgrounds. Our family told us afterward how moved they were by the ceremony. We can’t recommend Rabbi Noyo highly enough. They are incredibly open minded and caring, a rare and special soul, and we’re beyond grateful for their role in our Wedding day. It was so wonderful to be married by such a lovely human.
Zoe S., 7 months ago
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OfficiateMyWeddingCt 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Derby, CT

My name is Michelle Rodriguez, but you can call me Mickey. I am a Justice of the Peace and an Ordained Minister, and I love being a part of a couple's new beginning. My style is friendly, fun, and heartfelt. I will work with you to create a personalized ceremony that you will cherish and never forget. My services are LGBTQ+ inclusive and affirming, and I also offer bilingual ceremonies. Every couple has a unique story, and your ceremony should reflect yours. I create fully customized wedding ceremonies based on your love, values, and vision.

Awarded Best of Zola
Mickey was so helpful working with us to plan our little wedding ceremony on short notice. She worked with us to make sure all the details were perfect and to make our day special. Thanks for helping us start the next chapter of our life!
Josh and E., a year ago
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Justice of the Peace Laura Assade 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Derby, CT
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Hola my name is Laura and I have served as a Justice of the Peace since 2017. I officiate wedding in English and or Spanish and serve couples in the State of Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island & Connecticut. Let’s connect soon and I can share info about additional services offered.

Awarded Best of Zola
From our very first contact with Laura, we were impressed by her exceptional communication. She made the entire wedding planning process seamless with her responsiveness and willingness to help. Laura is a true professional, demonstrating incredible knowledge and experience in the wedding realm. Her flexibility with scheduling was much appreciated, and on our wedding day, she truly shined. Laura was attentive, professional, and soft-spoken, making her presence calming and reassuring. Even our guests remarked on how delightful she was. One of the highlights of our ceremony was the bilingual aspect. Laura shifted effortlessly between English and Spanish, ensuring that everything flowed smoothly without making the ceremony feel long-winded or hard to follow. I can't recommend Laura enough—100%! She not only helped to make our wedding day more organized but also added a special touch that we will cherish forever. It was an absolute pleasure to work alongside her for such a significant occasion. Thank you, Laura, for making our day so memorable!
Jeremiah&Monica L., 3 months ago
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Nivea Officiant 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Derby, CT

I love working on weddings—a unique moment in couples' lives that I get to be a part of and help immortalize alongside them. Language often becomes a barrier, which is why I offer my services in Portuguese, English, and Spanish.

My fiancée and I decided to book Nivea Officiant just three months before our wedding, and we couldn't have made a better choice. From day one, she was honest, on time, and professional with us through the entire planning process. Nivea guided us through each step of creating our ceremony and made sure everything felt right for our big day. On our wedding morning, she went above and beyond by helping our photographer find the best angles for our shots. Our guests loved her warmth and kindness, and she made everyone feel welcome. Nivea truly made our magical and unforgettable day happen exactly as we dreamed it would be.
Rafael, 10 days ago
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Matt Austin, Officiant 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Derby, CT

Matt Austin is an officiant ordained with the Universal Life Church for nearly 20 years. Her has performed countless weddings and hosted events across CT, NY & MA for the last 20 years. If you are looking for a ceremony that brings both humor and heart, Matt is your choice.

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Matt was the perfect officiant for our wedding. He worked with us to be sure that everything we wanted would be included and that his style would match our vision. His mix of humor and warmth made our ceremony extra special. There were tears and belly laughs and we couldn’t have asked for a more amazing ceremony. We loved him so much that we recommended him for my brother’s wedding as well. (He was great then too!)
Jen, a year ago
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It's Official Services 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Derby, CT

Your wedding is more than a series of moments; it’s the story of your love, shared with the people who matter most. From the moment you walk down the aisle to the last dance of the evening, every transition should feel effortless for you and your guests. I offer something unique: one consistent voice guiding your celebration from start to finish. As both your officiant and/or MC, I bring warmth, clarity, and energy to every stage of your wedding.

We decided to have Janelle be both our MC and our officiant, and we are so happy we made that decision. From the very beginning, she was incredibly collaborative and made my husband and me feel completely at ease. She guided us through the license process, which took a huge weight off our shoulders during an already busy time. On the day of the wedding, she blended in so seamlessly that my family genuinely thought she was part of the family. She was warm, present, and connected and kept the entire evening flowing effortlessly. Having one person serve as the backbone of the celebration made everything feel calm, something we couldn’t have appreciated more! Janelle brought heart and professionalism. We can’t imagine the day without her.
Sage P., 3 months ago
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SoulTied Ceremonies 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Derby, CT
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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.

SoulTied Ceremonies was an excellent choice for our wedding officiant. From the very first interaction, Lena was open and truly listened to our needs and preferences. Her warm and attentive communication style put us at ease throughout the planning process. On the day of our wedding, Lena arrived with a bright smile and a calming presence that helped make our ceremony feel intimate and memorable. The quality of her work was exceptional, and we found her services to be incredibly valuable. Lena made sure everything was perfect for our special day, and we are so grateful to have had her as part of our wedding celebration.
Julia, 10 months ago
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Hope Family Counseling 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Offers 2 ceremony types
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Derby, CT

Hope Family Counseling is a private practice that helps individuals and couples work through life's challenges to reach the goals that they desire for themselves and/or their family. Monica has been an officiant since 2018. In 2020, she began incorporating premarital counseling with officiant services. After navigating many couples in clinical counseling practice, Monica realized the importance of not only premarital but additional post marital counseling to help with the first year marriage transition. Now in 2025, Monica has decided to expand her services to a greater population to help more couples get the complete support they may need.

We were so fortunate to have Monica from Hope Family Counseling officiate our vow renewal ceremony. Her warm, clear, and thoughtful communication style put us at ease from the very beginning. Monica took the time to get to know us as a couple, crafting a heartfelt and intentional ceremony that was truly memorable and meaningful. Her elegant words during the ceremony brought everyone to tears, perfectly capturing our love and 10-year journey together. We are incredibly grateful for Monica's presence and care, and we highly recommend her to any couple looking for a meaningful and unforgettable celebration.
Stanley & S., a year ago
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Sarah Sullivan Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Derby, CT

I am a full time wedding officiant who creates personalized ceremonies for all loving couples in Connecticut and in other states. I get to know my couples to tell their story and make their ceremony perfect!

We were incredibly fortunate to have Sarah Sullivan as our wedding officiant for our June 2024 wedding at La Bella Vista. Her warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail made our ceremony a truly memorable experience that we will cherish forever. From our first meeting, Sarah took the time to get to know us as a couple, understanding our love story and what mattered most to us. She skillfully incorporated our personal anecdotes and unique elements into the ceremony, making it feel truly our own. Her ability to capture the essence of our relationship was remarkable. Throughout the planning process, Sarah was organized, responsive, and accommodating. She provided us with guidance and support ensuring that every detail of the ceremony was planned to perfection. On the wedding day, she arrived early to ensure everything was in place and coordinated seamlessly with the other vendors. Having Sarah as our officiant was of the best decisions we made for our wedding. We will forever be grateful for her exceptional work and dedication to making our day perfect. Thank you, Sarah! We will always remember our special day and the beautiful ceremony you crafted for us!
Christine R., 3 months ago
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Jewish and Interfaith Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $850
  • Serves Derby, CT

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.

Rabbi Ron married my husband and I on March 30, 2025 and he was such a joy! Not only was the ceremony he wrote so heartfelt, personal, and emotional but he really took his time to get to know us, via a zoom meeting and numerous emails. As an interfaith couple, myself not being Jewish, he was so helpful answering all or my questions and making sure our ceremony was exactly what we wanted. I could not recommend him enough!!
Brianna F., a year ago
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Wed By Norm 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $700
  • Serves Derby, CT for additional fees

At Wed By Norm, I design wedding ceremonies that feel powerful, personal, and unforgettable. I’m Norman I. Graham, a professional wedding officiant trusted by couples across NY, NJ, CT, PA, RI, and destination locations who want their ceremony to be the moment everyone remembers. My signature strength is transforming your love story into a ceremony that feels authentic, intentional, and emotionally resonant for both you and the people who came to celebrate you. My role is to listen carefully, understand what matters most to you, and craft a ceremony that reflects your values, culture, humor, and connection.

Awarded Best of Zola
I’ve known Norman (and the newlyweds) for years, and watching him lead the ceremony was truly amazing. I had the pleasure of being a bridesmaid, and they honestly couldn’t have picked a better officiant! He made everything feel so warm and personal, heartfelt, and even a little fun! He gave us smiles, he gave us laughs, and he perfectly captured the couple’s personalities. Weddings can be hectic and stressful, but he made sure that on the big day they were calm, confident, and completely at ease in front of everyone. It was very natural, very organic, and I loved that. The ceremony flowed beautifully, and so many of us were smiling, laughing, and even tearing up at the perfect moments. The bridesmaids cried, the groomsmen cried, we all cried. But it was all happy tears, such a beautiful thing to be apart of! We all had such a great time, and you could just tell how much thought and care he put into making their day special. If you want someone who’s professional, warm, and makes the whole experience unforgettable, someone who’s going to reflect on your personalities and your journey as a couple, and someone to really move and make your guests feel that love in the atmosphere, Norman is the man to call! You surely won’t regret it.
Rajia J., 3 months ago
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Milestones by Miri 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Derby, CT for additional fees
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I take pride in the fact that I’m a connector and listener. I love getting to know people and learning and helping to share their stories. And I’m happiest when I’m able to guide people through taking those stories and turning them into something meaningful. Through thoughtful questions and deep conversations, we'll collaborate on crafting your one-of-a-kind wedding ceremony!

Awarded Best of Zola
Miri was the perfect wedding officiant for our special day. From the very beginning, Miri's communication style was prompt, thoughtful, and reassuring. She met with us several months before the wedding to learn about us and what we were looking for in our ceremony. Miri then crafted a personalized first draft with lots of wording options for us to choose from, and she carefully pieced together our thoughts to make the ceremony bespoke and meaningful. Miri's work was truly exceptional - she was caring, kind, creative, passionate, and enthusiastic throughout the entire process. We loved the idea of including a peony watering as a symbol of our love, and Miri was so excited to incorporate that element, even selecting an amazing poem to accompany it. Additionally, Miri helped us with our vows and provided thoughtful suggestions - I felt so much more at ease reading my vows for all to hear because of Miri's feedback and support! Miri also met with us for the ceremony rehearsal, ensuring we felt prepared and confident for the big day. We are so grateful to Miri for making our wedding ceremony so memorable and special.
Meredith L., 9 months ago
Sam Ties the Knot 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Derby, CT for additional fees

Hi! I’m Samantha Freire, a NYC-based wedding officiant, planner, and emcee with 9+ years of experience and over 1000 weddings celebrated including 350+ weddings officiated. I specialize in vibrant, modern ceremonies that reflect your unique love story. Whether you’re eloping, hosting a big celebration, or renewing your vows, I’ll bring heart, humor, and joy to your day. I officiate all types of weddings—non-religious, interfaith, LGBTQIA+, themed, and bilingual (English/Spanish). My goal is to create a warm, personal ceremony that leaves you and your guests smiling.

Awarded Best of Zola
We can’t say enough good things about Sam! From our very first call, she was kind, professional, and genuinely excited to help us create a ceremony that was totally us. She took the time to get to know us as a couple and crafted a ceremony script that had everyone laughing, crying, and totally engaged. On the wedding day, Sam was calm, organized, and brought such great energy to the ceremony—she even helped us coordinate our guests right before the processional! We had so many people come up to us afterward to say how personal and heartfelt the ceremony was, which was exactly what we wanted. If you’re looking for an officiant who cares deeply about your story and will make your day feel truly special, Sam is your girl! 10/10 recommend.” — Lauren & Mike
Jahid, 10 months ago
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Between Couples Rev. Barreto 
Rating: 4.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Derby, CT for additional fees
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Between Couples is family owned we invest our skills into getting the wedding off to a great start. From our sit down, rehearsal, to the day before. We call the bride to make sure she’s knows all’s ok

Between Couples was a fantastic choice for our wedding officiant. They were very responsive, returning our calls in a timely manner throughout the planning process. On the day of, they did a great job of keeping our guests relaxed and engaged, while also making sure my partner and I felt included and a part of the ceremony. Our guests had a really fun time, which was exactly what we were hoping for. Overall, Between Couples was a great value and contributed greatly to making our special day a memorable one.
Evelyn O., 4 months ago
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Lawrence E. Adjah, MBA, M.Ed, M.Div. 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Derby, CT for additional fees

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.

My husband and I worked with Pastor Lawrence for a year of faith-based pre-marital counseling and had an amazing experience. We, like many couples, went into our first session thinking we’d already discussed the most important topics and we’d maybe need to do 3 formal pre-marital counseling sessions. Our first session was so impactful that we immediately decided that we wanted a full year of counseling. That decision, we believe, completely changed the trajectory of our marriage. Pastor Lawrence asked difficult, thought-provoking questions that helped us see our relationship (with each other and with God) in new ways, and each session left us feeling better equipped for marriage than we ever expected. His depth of knowledge, approachability, and ability to guide meaningful, relevant conversations aimed at aligning us as one—even when we thought we had nothing new to discuss—was truly a gift. We are so grateful for the wisdom and encouragement he poured into us throughout this process and would highly recommend him to any couple who is looking to build a strong, Christ-centered foundation going into their marriage.
Veronica B., 7 months ago