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Maria Makes It Official is a wedding officiant service based out of Rochester, Michigan. The officiants, Maria Ingall and Cathleen are ordained ministers in the Universal Life Church and are passionate about creating meaningful ceremonies for couples. Taking into account the soon-to-be weds' traditions and their story, the officiants weave together a vow exchange that reflects the importance of the event.

Services Offered

Maria Makes It Official offers services designed to make the planning process simple. The officiants want your day to be tailored to you and your vision and enjoy helping you achieve an unforgettable vow exchange. With a focus on crafting touching ceremonies, Maria and Cathleen understand how momentous the occasion is. The licensed officiants can perform different types of ceremonies, such as non-religious, civil unions, interfaith, and more. They can also help you write custom vows and assist with a rehearsal to ensure the day is a success.

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Frequently asked questions

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

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

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal
Civil Union

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

MI

What languages do you speak?

English
4.9 out of 5 rating
47 Reviews
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89% Recommended by couples
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Maria is highly recommended as an officiant for weddings. Reviewers praise her for her personalized and fun approach, making the ceremony enjoyable and emotional. They appreciate her assistance in customizing the ceremony to fit the couple's personalities and her impressive ability to handle unexpected situations, such as losing her voice on the wedding day. Many reviewers mention how Maria went above and beyond to make their day perfect and special, making them feel comfortable and supported throughout the planning process. Overall, choosing Maria as an officiant is highly recommended for a memorable and personalized wedding ceremony.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Maria is highly recommended as an officiant for weddings. Reviewers praise her for her personalized and fun approach, making the ceremony enjoyable and emotional. They appreciate her assistance in customizing the ceremony to fit the couple's personalities and her impressive ability to handle unexpected situations, such as losing her voice on the wedding day. Many reviewers mention how Maria went above and beyond to make their day perfect and special, making them feel comfortable and supported throughout the planning process. Overall, choosing Maria as an officiant is highly recommended for a memorable and personalized wedding ceremony.

Kyle
Kyle O. Sent on 08/27/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Port Huron wedding

Maria was awesome! She became part of the party , energetic and fun!
Her Husband Lorelle did our photography and carried the same energy. If we could rate them 6 stars we would! Thanks again Maria and Lorelle! You helped make an already wonderful day even better!
Kyle & Katherine
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Daniel L. Sent on 12/31/2023
5 out of 5 rating

very impressed and please

I have to say after reading the reviews I was very excited. I loved the ceremony and the process to making it final. She allowed open communication whenever. She created a beautiful piece we loved. Would highly recommend.
Tara
Tara M. Sent on 02/03/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Officially Wonderful

We could not have asked for a better officiant than Maria- I doubt there is one. Meeting her for the first time was like hanging out with an old friend. She’s easy to work with and a lot of fun. She makes it as easy as possible for you to have a ceremony that’s personalized to you as a couple, without the stress of you writing your own vows. My husband wanted me to write our vows, I did not want to (so many other things to do!), and in the end we were both happy that we chose to let Maria handle that instead. We also had her run our rehearsal and were very happy with that choice as well, it made us feel much more confident on our wedding day. I had always thought of the ceremony as more of a formality to get over before the party, and dreaded standing up in front of so many people. But largely because of Maria, I really enjoyed the ceremony, as did my husband- it felt personal and emotional, not formal and stiff. Our guests truly enjoyed it too, as Maria kept it short and made them laugh, just like we wanted. She really made a special day even more special. Thank you Maria, for making it official!
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I worked with Maria Makes it Official recently. She was very professional and to the point. After speaker with her throughout the night I learned a little more, and realize that each and every service she performs is truly customized to the couple. I would recommend Maria Makes It Official to anyone looking to get married, and hope to work with her again in the future.

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I have attended a ceremony that Maria officiated and she did such a beautiful job. The ceremony she delivered was personal and unforgettable. Everyone who attended the ceremony raved about how amazing she was. As an officiant myself, I can honestly say that she is one of the best out there! I highly recommend her services to anyone.

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