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Mitch The Minister

English
Ceremony Rehearsal
Interfaith
Civil Union
Matthew
Claudia
Zack
Danielle
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Recommended by 100% of couples

About this vendor

Mitch The Minister is a wedding officiant based in Jersey Shore, New Jersey.

Mitch, the Minister is Everywhere!

Hi, Thanks for checking me out! This is what I do full-time, and I can assure you that you'll never find a more dedicated or experienced wedding officiant. You'll find me very flexible, and with you, we can create the wedding ceremony of your dreams. I'm ready to help you to tie the knot in a way that truly reflects your love.

I take the time to get to know you through phone calls, emails, and video conferencing. I never marry strangers.

I see each ceremony as the central event of your wedding day, the key to all that happiness and celebration.

My ultimate goal is to make everyone laugh and cry and to put everyone in the mood to party!

I perform single-faith, multi-faith, non-religious, same-sex, and commitment ceremonies, in addition to conducting civil unions and second weddings. I get to know you to fully understand your personal story and to create a custom ceremony to match. Contact me to start the process. You can call, email, or visit my website.

Mitch the Minister, goes above and beyond expectations.

I've performed weddings in some very unique places: The State of Liberty, The Empire State Building, The Museum of Modern Art, Central Park, The Circle Line, a private Yacht in the middle of the Hudson River, Home Plate at Yankee Stadium, during the TLC Coverage of the Royal Wedding, live from Times Square, Christmas Tree Forests, even a flash mob wedding at the Rockefeller Christmas Tree!, If you can imagine it, we can do it! Whether it's in a hot air balloon, in your backyard or on the beach, or anywhere that's important to you!

Services Offered

Whether you are having a simple spiritual ceremony, a religious one, a civil union, an interfaith marriage, or a Same-Sex wedding... I'm ready!!!. I am a SUPER advocate of LGTBQ+ rights. I performed one of the very first same-sex marriages in New Jersey the evening it became legal! I would love to help them construct the perfect ceremony. Every ceremony is customized to match that couple's unique love story and personality. My ultimate goal is to make everyone laugh, cry, and be in the mood to celebrate love.

What You'll Love About Mitch The Minister

Mitch The Minister is one of the most in-demand officiants in the Tri-State area thanks to Mitch's blend of humor and genuine feeling during the ceremonies. As a firm believer in the uniqueness of each wedding celebration, Mitch aims to make couples feel at ease for the big day and have guests laughing and crying in equal measure. Feel free to read the user reviews for further info on Mitch's officiating skills and experience.

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Just me

Experience

  • 31 years in business

  • We speak English

Links

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Weddings with this vendor

Alison & Ryan's wedding
Alison & Ryan
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FAQ

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$250

What types of weddings and events do you provide services for?

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal
Civil Union

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Catholic
Jewish
Methodist
No Denomination
Pagan
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.
30-60 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

AL
AK
AZ
AR
CA
CO
CT
DE
DC
FL
GA
HI
ID
IL
IN
IA
KS
KY
LA
ME
MD
MA
MI
MN
MS
MO
MT
NE
NV
NH
NJ
NM
NY
NC
ND
OH
OK
OR
PA
RI
SC
SD
TN
TX
UT
VT
VA
WA
WV
WI
WY

What languages do you speak?

English

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Reviews of Mitch The Minister

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Mitch the minister receives glowing reviews for his services, with multiple couples praising his dedication, humor, and ability to personalize ceremonies. From including special touches like prayers and remembrances to keeping guests engaged and laughing throughout, Mitch strikes a perfect balance between seriousness and lightheartedness. His compassionate approach and reasonable fees make him a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a memorable and heartfelt ceremony.

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Mitch the minister receives glowing reviews for his services, with multiple couples praising his dedication, humor, and ability to personalize ceremonies. From including special touches like prayers and remembrances to keeping guests engaged and laughing throughout, Mitch strikes a perfect balance between seriousness and lightheartedness. His compassionate approach and reasonable fees make him a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a memorable and heartfelt ceremony.

Matthew
Matthew Sent on 10/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Man is a Legend

Mitch is one of a kind. He is warm and kind yet hilarious and fun. He was perfect for my ceremony and it seems as he was meant to be the minister for us as we will literally never forget this man.
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Amanda Sent on 09/28/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Elopement at the Jersey Shore

From the moment we spoke with Mitch, we knew he was our guy. He is incredibly dedicated to the services he provides. We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant for our small wedding with just our parents at a waterfront property at the jersey shore. Mitch is hilarious and has such good energy. He made our ceremony engaging and so memorable. His fees are also very reasonable. I would recommend him for any type of wedding!
G
Gabriel Sent on 06/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing wedding

I would love to thank mitch so much for being so compassionate and being patient for this out of the blue wedding and most importantly his inclusion of same sex marriages and being reminded that there is good people out there
G
Giselle Sent on 01/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!!!

Mitch was a delight to work with. He and I connected immediately when we first talked. He's so experienced and is so thoughtful about how he performs ceremonies. He suggested things that my mom would like (who originally wanted us to get married in a church) like a prayer at the beginning of the ceremony and a remembrance for my father who passed away. He was also hilarious and had the crowd laughing at several points of the ceremony. He'll work with you to to personalize your ceremony in any way you choose and make recommendations to make it even better than you thought. 10/10!
J
Joe A. Sent on 06/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A Wonderful Experience

Mitch the minister performed our ceremony, and we couldn’t have asked for a better officiant. After seeing his glowing reviews online, we contacted him to discuss our wedding ceremony. From the start, Mitch was thorough, detailed, and incredibly funny. We wanted a ceremony that was anything but boring, and Mitch delivered perfectly.

He struck the ideal balance between serious and loving moments, while also injecting humor where appropriate. Our ceremony was short and sweet, just as we had requested, and it was absolutely perfect.

We highly recommend Mitch the minister for anyone looking for a memorable and heartfelt ceremony. Thank you, Mitch, for making our special day even more extraordinary—a wonderful
Claudia
Claudia Sent on 02/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Perfect!

From the very first time we spoke with Mitch, we knew this was a great match! He was always there to answer our questions and provide a light and funny interaction! Our ceremony was praised by all our guests and everyone had such a beautiful time! Mitch had everyone laughing, including me and my husband! He was a fantastic officiant ☺️!
Zack
Zack Sent on 10/26/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Simply amazing

There are not enough words to describe how happy we are with our decision to hire Mitch for out wedding. He is probably the most highly-rated minister in the tri-state area, and it's for good reason. He is a true professional. We had several phone meetings prior to the wedding to discuss the flow/style of service we were looking for, and he always had the perfect answer/recommendation for each moment. During the ceremony, he created the perfect mix of sincerity, love, fun, and light-heartedness. Our guests are still talking about Mitch and how great he was.
Danielle
Danielle Sent on 04/12/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful experience!

We are so happy we selected Mitch as our officiant! It was really enjoyable working with him for our wedding from planning to the day of. He really got us and the vibe we were going for. He kept things both light and funny as well as sentimental. His experience really shows as he simultaneously performed the wedding and made sure the photographers got good shots. We definitely recommend!
C
Caroline Sent on 01/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The best!!!

When we were planning our wedding, we knew we wanted a unique ceremony that would feel like "us". We reached out to our venue for recommended officiants, and Mitch's name just stood out like, ok this guy will be fun.. as soon as my husband looked at Mitch's website he was so excited to reach out to him, and then we had a zoom call and I was absolutely sold..Mitch was funny, charming, and above all the kindest and most realistic person.. he asked meaningful questions and understood where we were coming from and the goal of our ceremony.. we are both Catholic but didn't want a super religious ceremony, nothing stuffy. We wanted people to laugh and cry and then laugh some more..our ceremony was perfect, and that was because Mitch made both of us feel so comfortable and he made us genuinely laugh. All of our guests kept saying how amazing he was and I couldn't agree more..I say this with all my heart, if you are looking for a one of a kind guy, and someone who will just get you and your partner, you need to get hitched by Mitch!
J
Jacqueline Sent on 01/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Mitch is the Best!

We can't say enough great things about Mitch! He executed our wedding perfectly- sentimental but still fun and light-hearted. He was so comfortable with us that after the ceremony, guests approached us asking if he was related to us! If you're looking for a fun officiant who will make your wedding day special, hire Mitch!
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George Segale Studios George Segale Studios Wedding Photographers

Mitch is brilliant. You will laugh you will cry... You will remember the ceremony forever. The most Diverse and dynamic officiant in the world, hands down, period. You owe it to yourself to at very least meet with him. You'll see what everyone else does.

Fantasy Productions DJ Entertainment Fantasy Productions DJ Entertainment Wedding DJs

Absolutely love working with Mitch. Not only is he on top of his game with making sure we are all set with the musical cues, but he adds a light touch of humor and a good blend of seriousness to your ceremony. He is outstanding at what he does!!

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