We are honored to help couples create ceremonies that reflect their hopes, beliefs, and commitments regarding their lives together. We celebrate the sacred commitment of any two people and value their understanding of spirituality as it informs their choices about language in the ceremony.

Rev. Christopher T. Copeland is an ordained minister and wedding officiant who specializes in creating unique and personal ceremonies designed specifically for you. Chris's warm and caring demeanor helps you relax and enjoy your planning, rehearsal, and ceremony.

We officiate ceremonies that honor any faiths, cultures, lifestyles, beliefs, and traditions. We don't require pre-marital counseling to officiate at your ceremony, but offer it for those who request.

With over 15 years of experience and a commitment to honor the desires of couples, Rev. Copeland is highly regarded by couples of all kinds and other wedding professionals.

Illuminating Paths is a practice of accompanying individuals, couples, and communities on their spiritual journeys in Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas. We officiate at weddings, house blessings, rites of passage, baby blessings, memorial services, and other sacred rituals.