The Best Wedding Ceremony Officiants in Essex, MD

The Best Wedding Ceremony Officiants in Essex, MD

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35 Wedding Officiants in Essex, MD

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Fanciful Hearts Wedding Ceremonies 
Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $150
  • Serves Essex, MD

With a decade in business and over two hundred weddings officiated; Fanciful Hearts Wedding Ceremonies, led by officiant Kimberly Eiler, has established a strong reputation in the Baltimore County, Maryland area for creating personalized and heartfelt wedding ceremonies. The service is consistently praised for its professionalism, warmth, and dedication to crafting unique experiences for each couple.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Kimberly from Fanciful Hearts Wedding Ceremonies made our wedding ceremony truly special. She communicated with us quickly and clearly throughout the entire planning process, which made everything so easy. Kimberly wrote an extremely intimate and emotional ceremony for us that was so moving to both our guests and us. Her dedication to her work really showed in every detail she included in our vows and readings. She understood exactly what we wanted and brought it to life in a way we never could have imagined. I cannot recommend Kimberly enough!”
Julie, 4 months ago
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Ceremony Officiants - Rev. Laura C. Cannon & Associates 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $550
  • Serves Essex, MD

Ceremony Officiants is a team of experienced, professional wedding officiants who believe your ceremony should be the most meaningful part of your day—not the most stressful. We’ve married thousands of couples across the Mid-Atlantic and offer everything from custom-written ceremonies to simple elopements and legal signings. No matter your vision, we’ll match you with the perfect officiant to bring it to life. We’re inclusive, affordable, and passionate about helping couples have a ceremony they’ll never forget.

Awarded Best of Zola
“We cannot recommend Rev. Laura highly enough! From the very first conversation, she was an absolute joy to work with--responsive, professional, and genuinely caring. She made the entire process so easy and stress-free, guiding us through every step and taking the time to get to know our story and what was important to us. Our ceremony in October 2025 was everything we hoped for and more. Rev. Laura crafted something so personal and heartfelt that many of our guests were wondering afterward how we knew her because it felt like she had known us for years. We received so many compliments on how beautiful, warm, and authentic the ceremony was--it truly reflected who we are as a couple. If you're looking for someone who will bring professionalism, warmth, and a personal touch to your wedding day, Rev. Laura is the perfect choice. We're so grateful to have had her as part of our celebration! Z M”
Z + M., a year ago
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Covenant Wedding Ministry 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Essex, MD

Rev. James Earl Hollywood III Founder · Sole Officiant · Director of Training Covenant Wedding Ministry is led personally by Rev. Hollywood. Every consultation, every ceremony, and every appointment review goes through him — one minister, one phone number, one standard of care. He authored the ministry’s training curriculum — six manuals covering Maryland marriage law, ceremony craft, vow writing, and the appointment process — and teaches every Loved One and Academy session himself. Maryland-born, Maryland-focused. The ministry serves the entire state, and Rev. Hollywood travels to where the couple is.

“Everything was easy to set up and the process was simple and straightforward from beginning to end. Communication was clear, everything was handled professionally, and the overall experience was smooth and stress-free. I would definitely recommend Covenant Wedding Ministry”
James Earl H., 2 months ago
Ricana Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 7 ceremony types
  • Starts at $75
  • Serves Essex, MD

Hi, I'm Maria Morales, a wedding officiant, minister and owner of Ricana Weddings, serving Central Maryland and Washington DC. Whether you are planning a formal ceremony, microwedding or an intimate elopement with just the two of you, I create warm, personal ceremonies that truly reflect your unique love story. As an ordained minister, I serve with a deep belief that love is sacred, and that the moment you exchange vows deserves to be handled with care, reverence and joy. I would be honored to help you say, “I do.”

“Working with Ricana Weddings has been fantastic from start to finish. They respond to messages quickly and always follow through on their commitments, which makes coordinating events so much easier. During ceremonies, their professionalism shines through—they're genuinely invested in making each couple's day special and handle every detail with care. The way they balance being personable with staying organized really sets them apart. I'd recommend Ricana Weddings to any couple looking for an officiant who takes their role seriously and delivers exactly what they promise.”
Catrina R., 3 months ago
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Married By Us 
Rating: 4.9 (104 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Essex, MD

We are a distinguished husband-and-wife officiant team specializing in bilingual wedding ceremonies and celebrations of all kinds. As passionate storytellers of love, we create meaningful, personalized ceremonies that reflect each couple's unique journey while engaging and connecting with every guest. In addition to our bilingual officiant services, we also offer ceremony coordination to help ensure everything flows seamlessly. While we are not wedding planners, we work closely with our trusted network of preferred vendors to help create a smooth, stress-free experience so you can focus on enjoying your special day.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Married By Us was an excellent choice for our wedding officiant. From our first interaction, their communication was prompt, professional, and personable. They took the time to understand our vision for the ceremony and provided helpful guidance to ensure it was meaningful and personal. On the day of, they exceeded our expectations, seamlessly guiding us through the proceedings with a calm and confident presence. The quality of their work and the value they provided was truly outstanding. We are so grateful to Married By Us for helping to make our special day so memorable.”
Jurgen E., a year ago
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Amor Celebrant 
Rating: 5.0 (59 reviews)
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  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Essex, MD

Hi, I’m Carla, a legally authorized wedding officiant based in the Washington D.C. area. I’m all about creating moments that feel genuine and joyful. While I primarily serve the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, I’m always up for an adventure. I’m passport ready and happy to travel wherever love takes you. For couples coming from out of town, I can help set up your elopement, connect you with trusted local vendors, and guide you through the marriage license process so everything feels smooth and stress-free.

Awarded Best of Zola
“From our first conversation with Carla at Amor Celebrant, we knew we had made the right choice. She was prompt in responding to our questions and genuinely knowledgeable about creating a ceremony that felt personal to us. Carla created a warm atmosphere that put us at ease from start to finish, and her guidance transformed what could have been stressful into something deeply meaningful. On the day of our wedding, she made sure everything ran smoothly and on time, which allowed us to actually relax and soak in the moment instead of worrying about logistics. Carla's support went beyond just officiating—she helped us shape a ceremony that truly reflected who we are as a couple. We can't thank her enough for making our day so special.”
Holly L., 4 months ago
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DesTin Weddings Midwest, MD, TX Officiant (Bilingual) 
Rating: 4.9 (52 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $388
  • Serves Essex, MD

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.

“What can I say !! Desiree is #1 in Chicago !!! Her intentionality is evident in making sure you have everything you need for your special day ! Everything from a space to hair and make up, photography and so much more! You name it, she has the connection for it! It’s an all in one package and makes planning so much easier for couples. Destin weddings really sets you up for a successful wedding ceremony! Can’t recommend her enough!!”
Emma M., 8 months ago
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Married by Miller 
Rating: 5.0 (31 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $450
  • Serves Essex, MD

Joanna is a writer, performer, and experienced officiant who marries couples of all backgrounds within 75 miles of Washington, DC. Raised in a multi-faith home and having lived abroad, she loves weaving cultural and religious traditions into ceremonies. (Don't worry, they're still mostly secular and feminist!) Joanna had an elopement, a formal wedding, and a separate reception—so she truly gets it! She’s ordained through AMM and ULC, trained in the Business of Officiating, and is a member of IAPWO. In off hours, she walks her rescue dog, Corrigan, reads or sings. She can’t wait to help you create a celebration that feels just right.

“Joanna was an absolutely wonderful officiant for our wedding! Throughout the process, she was communicative, thoughtful, and a joy to work with. We asked for a non-religious, short ceremony, and she tailored it beautifully to reflect our story—striking the perfect balance of genuine sentiment, lightness, and humor. We would wholeheartedly recommend Joanna to anyone looking for an officiant!”
LM, a year ago
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Officiant Services by Colleen & Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $325
  • Serves Essex, MD

Officiant Services by Colleen & Co. creates one-of-a-kind, inclusive wedding ceremonies that reflect your love, values, and story. Based in York, PA and serving PA, MD, and NC, we specialize in non-denominational, interfaith, LGBTQ+, and multicultural weddings. Led by Rev. Colleen Dwyer, our team is known for warmth, professionalism, and heartfelt storytelling. We offer fully customized scripts, vendor collaboration, optional rehearsals, and a calm, confident presence to help you feel at ease from “we do” to “I do.”

Awarded Best of Zola
“Colleen officiated our wedding and was absolutely amazing! She was so helpful leading up to the day, guiding us through ideas we could incorporate into our ceremony, and soothing any stress we had. She suggested that we could exchange our vows privately during our first look, which took so much pressure off of us and made our vows that much more special. She also recommended we have our mothers warm our rings, which was so lovely. And she performed a hand fasting ceremony, which was so beautiful and a beautiful way to include our sisters with the laying of the cords. The rehearsal went so well with her help, and put us at ease for the actual ceremony. She put so much thought into everything, and we so appreciate all of her work. Worth every penny and more!”
Erin F., 4 months ago
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Premier Wedding Pastors 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $149
  • Serves Essex, MD

Premier Wedding Pastors are down-to-earth, caring professionals who specialize in creating personalized, meaningful wedding ceremonies—perfect for couples who don’t have a home church or a pastor they know personally. We're licensed and ordained pastors with tons of experience (and love!) for helping couples tie the knot in a way that feels true to them.

“Ed Choy was consistent, timely, empathetic, patient, charming, and extremely helpful during our wedding. From the moment we met him we knew he was a kind person. He was a not only an integral part of our wedding, but a blessing for our day.”
Desiree G., 7 months ago
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Heartwork Spiritual Services 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Essex, MD

DC's witchy officiant, Rev. Natalie Rogers is an ordained interspiritual minister and Life-Cycle Celebrant. She works closely with couples to craft ceremonies that are personal, embodied, and meaningful. Her work centers on creating spaces where people feel deeply witnessed and held by their community. She understands that the beginning of a new chapter deserves to be held with intention. She feels passionately about creating ceremonies that reflect the beliefs of the couple- unrestrained by tradition. She values love, liberation, inclusivity and creativity above all.

“I attended a tarot night curated by Heartwork Spiritual Services, and it was such a meaningful experience. The evening felt intentionally designed, and being in community with others made it even more powerful. I truly felt seen and understood during the experience, and I left feeling lighter and more grounded afterward. It was a beautiful balance of reflection, connection, and care. I would absolutely attend again.”
Tanyah T., 8 months ago
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K Scarry Officiant Services 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Essex, MD

Hi, I'm K - and I can't wait to meet you. I believe your wedding ceremony should be uniquely yours and one you feel proud of. As a wedding officiant, I specialize in crafting custom ceremonies that are playful, joyful, and deeply sentimental—bringing laughter and heartfelt moments to your big day.

Awarded Best of Zola
“K was so friendly, personable, kind, helpful, & warm! We could tell she was invested in accurately representing us and our relationship. She helped us craft our wedding ceremony exactly the way we wanted and completely custom. She was willing to be as hands-on/off as we wanted and answered any and every question that we had in ways that made sense. We received many many compliments on our ceremony! She’s so professional and she took care of things we forgot to ask about. We absolutely recommend K and hope she’ll be available when we do our vow renewal down the road!!!”
Samantha, a year ago
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Meet You at the Altar 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Essex, MD

Meet You at the Altar is about creating a ceremony that feels like you—thoughtful, personal, and grounded in what matters most. I work with couples who want more than a script, crafting ceremonies that reflect your relationship, values, and the life you’re building. As a non-denominational officiant serving Maryland & Washington, DC, I welcome couples of all backgrounds, including interfaith, LGBTQ, Jewish, Christian, and blended families. What began as officiating a wedding for friends has grown into a passion for creating meaningful, personalized ceremonies. I bring a calm, reassuring presence so you can be fully present for every moment.

“Having Laura from Meet You at the Altar officiate our wedding was one of the best decisions we made. From our first conversation, we could tell that she truly cared about making our ceremony personal and meaningful. Although we are good friends, Laura took the time to get to know us as a couple, our love story, and the unique aspects of our relationship that we wanted to highlight. On the day of, her warm and caring demeanor put us both at ease, and she delivered a heartfelt ceremony that reflected our personalities and relationship perfectly. Laura's attention to detail and thoughtfulness shone through every step of the way, making our ceremony feel truly special and unforgettable. As one of our closest friends, Laura was the only person we considered to officiate our wedding, and we are so grateful to her for helping to make our day so perfect.”
Todd Howard E., a year ago
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Love & Laughter Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Essex, MD

At Love & Laughter Weddings, our bilingual non denominational officiants specialize in crafting wedding ceremonies that are heartfelt, inclusive, and completely personalized. Whether you're envisioning a non-denominational wedding ceremony, a bilingual service to honor your families, or a lighthearted love story told with joy and sincerity, our team will bring your vision to life with warmth.

Awarded Best of Zola
“I genuinely cannot imagine our wedding without Evelyn and the Love & Laughter Weddings team. We live out of state and got married at my family’s estate in Carmel by the Sea, so from the beginning I knew we needed a wedding planner. We worked with Evelyn for about a year and a half and somehow every detail turned out even better than my pinterest dreams. Evelyn is truly a rockstar!! She is organized, kind, patient, and has this incredibly calming presence that makes you feel like everything is going to be okay, even when your anxiety has you convinced it is not. She was there for every planning call, every random question, and every panic email I sent after having some ridiculous wedding related dream in the middle of the night. Nothing ever made her seem overwhelmed. She would just calmly talk me through it, come up with a solution, and suddenly whatever I was stressing about didn't feel like a big deal anymore. We also used their in house design services, officiant, and live music and I cannot recommend them enough! Having so much of the wedding managed under one roof made planning SO easy and everything was incredibly cohesive. At some point during planning Evelyn told me that the goal for wedding day was “no thoughts, just vibes” and that became our running joke, but she was completely serious lol. When the wedding weekend finally came, I genuinely turned my brain off. I wasn't checking the time or worrying about setup or wondering what was supposed to happen next. For the first time in a year and a half, I wasn't thinking about the wedding, I was just IN it and enjoying it because I knew Evelyn had everything covered. Hiring Love & Laughter was hands down one of the best decisions we made. Evelyn, thank you for giving us the wedding of our dreams and for allowing me to actually experience and enjoy it instead of managing it. I would hire you again and again a million times over.”
Crystal, a month ago
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Spirit Fire Life Ceremonies 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Essex, MD

Rev. Elle Sojourner is a Certified Life Cycle Celebrant™, Teacher, and Author. As the owner of Spirit Fire Life Ceremonies, she crafts rituals and ceremonies for regular folks with extraordinary souls. Although she is formally educated and trained, life, love, and experience have been her most profound masterclass. She helps others grow in love through weddings, funerals, and Soul Circles­™. Elle delights in life’s joys, including her son, turtle, and dog. And she keeps her cup full with nature, music, laughter, and dance.

“My husband and I were lucky enough to have our April 2024 wedding officiated by Elle at spirit fire life. As we are an interfaith couple; we wanted someone who would not mind incorporating spiritual beliefs into our ceremony keeping this in mind. We reached out to Elle a couple months ahead of our wedding and she encouraged us to set up a zoom call with her to figure out if she would be the right fit for wedding day. Well, we were so impressed from the start on everything that she brought to our call that we immediately emailed her following our discovery call to book her services. Throughout the process, Elle was kind, collaborative, and extremely professional. She was patient with us getting information to her and provided great resources to help us throughout the wedding planning process that I quite frankly never thought about. She continued to be a guiding light throughout our planning process and suggested we meet to talk through my thoughts regarding our unity ceremony. On our call she so eloquently stated something along the lines of: “sometimes it’s easier to have someone else make a decision for you when you are making so many of them.” As a result, I am positive our unity ceremony was perfectly executed thanks to Elle. She brought this level of poise and professionalism to our wedding ceremony and made our day even more wonderful than I ever could have anticipated! We are so grateful that we were able to have Elle as a member of our wedding day team.”
Shawna, a year ago
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JILLI - Jewish Institute for Liefelong Learning and Innovation 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Offers 5 ceremony types
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Essex, MD

Rabbi Lia Bass is an innovative Jewish leader who believes that Judaism is a spiritual way to respond to the joys and sorrows of being human. She knows that to engage fully with our tradition, creativity and a listening heart are key ingredients. She is a compassionate listener that believes in the power of rituals to help people connect with the tradition, God, and the community. She prides herself in responding to the needs and the desire of interfaith couples, LGBTQ folks, different family configurations, and new and older people as they search to incorporate the Jewish tradition as a relevant part of their lives.

“We feel very lucky to have decided on Rabbi Lia Bass from the Jewish Institute of Lifelong Learning and Innovation, as our wedding officiant, and we can’t recommend her highly enough. Rabbi Lia was accommodating and responsive, quick to reply to emails, and most importantly, helped us shape a ceremony that truly reflected who we are as a couple. She arranged virtual meetings with us every week in the time leading up to the wedding. She presented us with a range of options for the different components of the ceremony, offering various translations and interpretations of traditional texts, and explaining the meaning and significance behind each ritual. She encouraged us to choose what resonated with us, and was respectful and accepting of all our decisions. Rabbi Lia made our ceremony personal and meaningful. We are so grateful to have had her as our officiant — she helped make our wedding day truly memorable!”
Carla and P., a year ago
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Drunk in Love Weddings 
Rating: 4.8 (5 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves Essex, MD

Drunk in Love Weddings creates and officiates joyful, romantic ceremonies that are personalized for each and every couple. Let us craft a ceremony that feels like you! Our officiants draw on their years of experience in wedding officiating, stand-up, improv, and theater to create a ceremony that is unique and meaningful, with a lighthearted touch. Your wedding day is all about celebration, and we make sure your ceremony reflects both the magnitude of your commitment, along with that joy. You may cry during the ceremony, but you'll probably laugh, too!

“We initially weren’t sure if we wanted to hire an officiant, but after just one meeting with Beth, we immediately knew it was the right choice. Beth offers an incredible service and truly takes the time to get to know each couple, ensuring the ceremony feels completely personal and meaningful. Portia ended up being the perfect officiant for us. She delivered such a beautiful and heartfelt (and at times nerdy and hilarious!) ceremony that had many of our guests assuming she was a close friend or family member. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!”
Malorie M., 8 months ago
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Ceremonies by Elliott 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Essex, MD

Are you looking for a bespoke marriage ceremony that is crafted for you? Whether secular or religious, I'll approach your ceremony with the reverence it deserves. I care deeply about the meaning of ritual, and will ensure that each detail reflects your needs. As an ordained minster via the Universal Life Church, I'm a strong believer in religious pluralism and shall tailor a unique ceremony to honor your tradition(s). I am also happy to perform interfaith ceremonies. I don't discriminate when it comes to sexuality and gender expression. Whether gay, straight, queer, trans, bi, pan, or poly, I will officiate your wedding with joy!

“We truly couldn’t have imagined a more perfect officiant — absolutely amazing. From the very beginning, they took the time to get to know us and understand our story, which made the ceremony feel incredibly personal and meaningful. Their delivery was warm, thoughtful, and engaging—exactly what we were hoping for. So many of our guests commented on how beautiful the ceremony was. We’re so grateful for the care and attention they put into making our day so special!”
Alexander B., 7 months ago
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[Online Only] Vowed and Clear Remote Weddings 
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $299
  • Serves Essex, MD

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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Sincerely Pete- Wedding Officiant 
Rating: 5.0 (54 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Essex, MD for additional fees

Hi, I’m Sarah-Pete Petersen (she/her), an award-winning, queer, wedding officiant and humanist celebrant. Through Sincerely Pete, I create custom, heartfelt, and inclusive ceremonies that reflect your love story, values, and vision. Whether you're planning a joyful elopement or a grand celebration, your ceremony will feel authentic, romantic, and completely you. I also offer script writing and coaching for loved ones officiating. If you want a ceremony that’s intentional, personal, and unforgettable—I’d be honored to work with you.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Sincerely Pete - Wedding Officiant is incredible, personalized and customized presence on our wedding day. Her flawless, amazing work ensured they thought of everything, delivering an animated yet natural ceremony filled with endearing storytelling. SP spends time getting to know her clients, customizing their vows, and personalizing the entire script to make each couple's special day truly unique and memorable. No one could ask for a better wedding officiant - Sincerely Pete is a truly gifted speaker and our whole team highly recommends her services.”
Kim M., a year ago
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Exchanging Rings 
Rating: 5.0 (34 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Serves Essex, MD for additional fees

Modern. Soulful. Unforgettable. I custom-craft non-religious, Jewish, interfaith, and LGBTQ+ weddings that grab all the feels. Your love is one-of-a-kind — and your wedding ceremony should be, too. Blending tradition with a fresh perspective, honoring every story, and presenting warmth, heart, and just the right touch of humor, I strive to create customized wedding ceremonies as unique as you are. Whether you're planning a beach wedding, rooftop celebration, or backyard gathering, I’ll meet you there.

Awarded Best of Zola
“While I had no connection with Rabbi Jeffrey Astrachan before the counseling/wedding planning process, I will now consider him family for life. From our first Zoom meeting together, he made my husband and I feel very comfortable and helped us navigate through the entire process. Though living far away, he was always just a text or email away and answered all our questions. He provided lots of options for customizing our ceremony with regard to the level of religiousness and incorporation of family traditions, and ensured smooth flow throughout the ceremony. He recommended a great ketubah website and also reviewed it for the English and Hebrew portions. He made a point to get to know us throughout the process and used that information to personalize his remarks. We had a large variation in the type of guests, ranging from non-Jews with very little religious exposure to a couple of guests much more observant, and all enjoyed the ceremony and Rabbi and appreciated the explanations he provided, as well as the personal touches he added. 100,000% would recommend to anybody looking for a Jewish or interfaith ceremony. Even if you've never met him before, you can feel at ease with Rabbi Jeffrey Astrachan, who will ensure you have a memorable and meaningful wedding.”
Hayley B., a year ago
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Lawler Love Story 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $225
  • Serves Essex, MD for additional fees

Hi! I’m Alisha—founder of Lawler Love Story and your real-life Bridal Bestie. I’m an ordained officiant who believes your ceremony should feel just as special as the rest of your day. Whether you’re planning an intimate elopement or a full celebration, I create personalized ceremonies that reflect your love, your story, and your vibe. I bring calm energy, organization, and a genuine connection to every couple I work with. I also offer ceremony support like timeline guidance and rehearsal help to make sure everything flows smoothly. My goal is simple—to make sure you feel present, supported, and fully in the moment when you say “I do.”

“Alisha was amazing! She made everything super easy and really took the time to get to know us. The ceremony felt so personal and natural, not stiff at all. On the day of, she was calm, organized, and just good energy all around. It honestly felt like having a friend marry us. We’re so glad we chose her!”
Michael, 6 months ago
The Madame Mystery Cabaret 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Essex, MD for additional fees

Madame Mystery is an award-winning Las Vegas entertainer bringing vintage glamour, theatrical wonder, and genuine connection to weddings of every style. Couples can choose from elegant walk-around magic, live-vocal cabaret, comedy hypnosis, tarot readings, or polished hosting and emcee services for cocktail hours, receptions, rehearsal dinners, and wedding-weekend celebrations. For more than a decade, Madame has entertained audiences in events around the world. Every experience is thoughtfully tailored to the couple, creating memorable moments that feel sophisticated, playful, inclusive, and completely one of a kind.

“Madame was absolutely wonderful and such a hit with our guests! Her outfit was incredible and brought so much personality and glamour to the celebration. The planning process was easy from beginning to end, and everything was handled so smoothly that we had nothing to worry about on the day. Thank you for helping make our wedding so special!”
Kary L., 2 months ago
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Married By 2 Letters 
Rating: 4.4 (7 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Essex, MD for additional fees
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Congratulations on your engagement! 💍 I'm Erica, owner of Married by 2 Letters, an ordained wedding officiant, wedding planner, and notary public based in Orangeburg, South Carolina. I specialize in personalized ceremonies, vow renewals, intimate weddings, marriage license signings, and wedding planning and coordination. I'm proud to provide LGBTQ+ inclusive, disability-affirming, autism-aware, and sensory-friendly services. Every love story deserves to be celebrated! IMPORTANT: Out-of-state weddings are welcome! Ceremony prices do not include travel. Additional travel fees apply to all weddings outside South Carolina. Explore my services and book your consultation on our website. Love Looks Good Here. 💕

“When we first met Erica from Married By 2 Letters, we knew we had found our officiant. She brought such a wonderful spirit to our wedding planning process that we couldn't imagine working with anyone else. What really set her apart was how thorough she was—she made calls to help us secure our venue, arranged our reception food, and even found me a makeup artist at the last minute when we were in a bind. Erica went way beyond what we expected an officiant to do, connecting us with vendors and making sure every detail came together. Her support meant more to us than money could buy. We highly recommend Erica and Married By 2 Letters to any couple looking for an officiant who truly cares about making your day special.”
Amanda C., 3 months ago
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Catrina Reese LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Essex, MD for additional fees

Her 20 years of wedding expertise and professionalism makes her top in the wedding industry. She will make sure that your wedding day is one of the most special and important days of your life! And she will want to make sure it’s everything you’ve ever dreamed of, her REVIEWS are your guarantee. At Catrina Reese LLC., Catrina believes that your wedding should be a reflection of your love and individuality and she offers a range of services to help make your big day perfect, from helping you choose the perfect venue to coordinating with your vendors, down to officiating and pre marital coaching.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Catrina Reese was a memorable officiant for our wedding ceremony. From our first conversation, they listened intently to understand our vision and personal style, and incorporated thoughtful elements that made the ceremony truly our own. Catrina's communication was warm and responsive throughout the planning process, and they provided guidance that helped us feel at ease. On the day of, their presence was calming and their delivery of the ceremony was heartfelt. We are so grateful to Catrina Reese for helping to make our wedding day special and uniquely reflective of us.”
Jessica and M., 2 years ago
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Elegance by Yvonne, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $80
  • Serves Essex, MD for additional fees
  • Offer

Elegance by Yvonne helps couples have their most memorable and magical wedding ceremony come to life with a unique wedding script made specifically for them from the beautiful journey that brought the couple together, to their wedding day.

“We are so grateful to Yvonne for making our wedding ceremony so beautiful and meaningful. She was very kind, professional, and truly wonderful to work with. She made us feel comfortable and took the time to make our ceremony feel personal and special to us as a couple. Yvonne’s words and presence made our ceremony even more memorable, and we feel very lucky to have had her be such an important part of our special day. We highly recommend Yvonne to anyone looking for a caring and heartfelt wedding minister. Thank you, Yvonne, for helping make our wedding day unforgettable! -Ray & Raquel Foster #happilyeverfoster”
Ray & R., a month ago

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