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Congratulations! You are about to begin on your lifelong journey together as a married couple, and your wedding ceremony is the first step in marking your commitment to one another. Whether you are planning a small, intimate ceremony with just a few loved ones, or a grand celebration with 200 of your closest friends, your wedding ceremony helps set the tone of your marriage and should reflect your identity as a couple. We will work with you to develop and create a ceremony that best fits your needs and personalities as a couple. We are usually available on short notice for elopements as well. Contact us to find out more today!

We specialize in secular, civil wedding ceremonies, performed at the location of your choice in Columbus and central Ohio. We also officiate commitment ceremonies and vow renewals. We will work with you to develop your perfect ceremony!

We will provide you with an outline by email of wedding ceremony possibilities containing secular, civil, spiritual, non-denominational, non-religious, and religious options.

Your actual wedding will consist of the specific choices you make and nothing else. All elements of your wedding are totally up to you! Any word, line, paragraph or section can be modified in any way that you like. We want your wedding to be exactly what you want it to be - what you choose to include in your wedding ceremony should always truly come from your heart. We will either give you a standard ceremony or will work with you to produce a custom service designed just for the you. All or some of the parts of the ceremony may be customized. Please contact us today for more information!

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical price for your wedding services?

$375

Which of the following are included in the price?

Ceremony Rehearsal

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$325

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$50

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
Anglican
Baha'i Faith
Baptist
Buddhist
Earth-Based
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
No Denomination
Pagan
Presbyterian
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.
30-60 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

NY
OH

What languages do you speak?

English
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Chelsea S. Sent on 09/15/2024
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Wonderful Wedding Officiant

John Stuber did a wonderful job with our wedding ceremony! He met with us online to get to know us, and helped us write the perfect ceremony outline, prayer, and vows. He gave us important reminders about our wedding license months and then again weeks in advance. He helped me organize my rehearsal. He spoke beautifully during our ceremony, and he was quick enough to get it done before it rained! He also sent us an e-mail after the wedding to remind us about next steps about changing last names. He is professional, kind, reliable, and I could not recommend his services more!
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Mark S. Sent on 06/18/2024
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Chase is fantastic!

Chase did a wonderful job guiding us through our ceremony. He is very friendly and provides a calming presence in the minutes leading up to the ceremony ("...let's get you married!"). The availability of several ceremony scripts helped us customize what felt right for us. Thanks Chase!
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Teal D. Sent on 10/31/2023
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Wonderful Officiant!

Chase was the preferred officiant to use at our wedding venue, so we booked him and I am so happy we did! He absolutely exceeded our expectations. My husband and I were so nervous for the actual ceremony and he walked us through the little details at our rehearsal which made such a difference the day of. He was also very accommodating of our wishes as my husband and I did not want to speak a bunch outside of saying “I do.” He tailored the ceremony to fit our needs and made it so beautiful and seamless. I would recommend him to anyone looking for an officiant! Could not have been happier!
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Chase Waits
Chase Waits
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Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Stephanie Barnes Photography Stephanie Barnes Photography Wedding Photographers

We loved working with Columbus Wedding Officiants. They provide such a natural authentic feel to the ceremony and are very professional.

Harvest of Memories Harvest of Memories Wedding Photographers

As a photographer, I always enjoy listening to the ceremony as I'm taking pictures. The only thing I knew about Chase prior to the wedding was he was a friend of the groom so I wasn't sure what to expect. He did a wonderful job!

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