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Rev. Marty Younkin, Executive Director of LoveNotes~DFW Clergy Services, is nationally recognized as ‘Pastor to America’s Brides.’ Locally, he is affectionately known as ‘Minister Marty, the Marryin’ Man.’ Serving Dallas / Ft. Worth brides for more than 47 years, Rev. Marty has tied the knot for thousands of couples from all walks of life–sports personalities, celebrities, talk show hosts, a Middle Eastern princess, national and international, famous and unknown, white collar and blue collar, city folk and country folk alike. Marty recognizes that 2 people just fell in love and want to get married, so he gives ALL his couples the same care, attention, and respect they deserve as they prepare for the most important day in their lives. His best selling book, A Wedding Ceremony to Remember ~ Perfect Words for the Perfect Wedding, has helped couples personalize and design the wedding ceremony of their dreams and is used by Ministers and Officiants all across America. Click below to see what other Officiants have to say about Rev. Younkin's book:

Everybody loves Marty! Why? Because he has dedicated his life to making happy memories for couples in love. He genuinely cares for each couple as though they were his family. As one mother of the bride wrote, ‘He was like an old family friend in our midst.’ Marty is just a simple preacher who loves what he does – tying the knot for people who fall in love.

There’s a reason Marty Younkin has received the ‘Favorite Minister’ award 9 years in a row from the American Association of Certified Wedding Planners. They know he will take care of their brides as well as their vendors. And they trust him to ‘always give the bride a day to remember, not a nightmare to forget.’

Rev. Marty Younkin and the LoveNotes Associates are dedicated to making your ‘happily ever after’ chapter come true with these 3 little words… ‘As you wish!’

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical price for your wedding services?

$400

Which of the following are included in the price?

Ceremony Rehearsal

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$225

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$100

What is the starting price for pre-marital counseling (per session)?

$50

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

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal

What services do you provide?

Premarital Counseling
Bilingual

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Anglican
Baptist
Catholic
Episcopalian
Evangelical
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
Mormon
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Presbyterian
Quaker
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.
30-60 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

TX

What languages do you speak?

English
Spanish
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Reviews of LoveNotes

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Nicole
Nicole Sent on 02/24/2024
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Amazing experience with LoveNotes

Rev. Marty Younkin was our officiant for our wedding and I was able to find him through my wedding vendor and WeddingWire. He is so professional yet personable, you really feel like you have known him for years! He is passionate about his work and it shows, which is so important because we did not want to our ceremony to come across as it being led by a stranger but from someone who cares and knows what they are doing. Rev Marty embodied all of that and more! He took the time to chat with our family and guests as well which I loved, he wasn't only there to do a job, he really is invested in his couples and that made us feel so loved. Thank you Marty for making our day so special, we could not ask for a more lovely ceremony!
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Julia D. Sent on 08/14/2024
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Absolutely amazing!

I could not recommend Marty and Love Notes more. Marty is and incredible person and a delight to work with! He gave us the ceremony of our dreams! Not a dry eye in the house! Everyone was raving about how special our ceremony and pastor was. Marty really makes you feel like he has known you your whole life. He is thoughtful, organized, wildly responsive and just amazing all around! So happy he was such a big part of our special day! We love you, Marty!!!
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Bailey L. Sent on 06/06/2024
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The perfect officiant for ANY wedding!

My husband and I had the pleasure of having Buster Noah officiate our wedding and we are SOOOO grateful to have met him! He really took the time to get to know us, our values, our desires for our ceremony, and even took time to meet our family and friends beforehand. It felt like we had a close family relative officiating our ceremony, it was so special. The icing on the cake was when he teared up when we all met at the end of the aisle, admitting that "that part" always gets him- truly a man who is passionate about his craft and bringing couples together in matrimony. Thank you, Buster for making this somewhat daunting process feel so smooth and effortless. God bless you on all of your future endeavors!
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Team

Barron  Bell
Barron Bell
Associate Minister
Ken Byrd
Ken Byrd
Associate Minister

Professional Network & Endorsements

78 Endorsements
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By far the best staff of officiants. All of these are a class act!

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Marty is awesome!!

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Awesome!

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