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One of the first questions I ask my couples is "Why did you hire me?" While each couple has their own expectations and family dynamics to navigate, the answer to this question tends to be, surprisingly, similar for all my couples.
All of my couples, no matter their age or background, can't imagine themselves "just going through the motions" and saying "I do" in a cookie-cutter ceremony. Instead, they say it's important that their "love story give context to all that is said and done throughout their wedding." "We wanted something personal and memorable, something unique to us. We want our ceremony to be about us. Something that shows our guests how much love we have for each other."


Often, couples feel that "a standard religious ceremony would not adequately express their unique relationship and hopes for the future." They want their wedding ceremony to be about them and not a particular religion. Alternatively, many of my couples come from different faith and/or cultural traditions, and they want to "weave important themes and elements from their heritage into a broader story that celebrates them as a couple."


Without a doubt, all of my couples feel that the ceremony is the most important part of the wedding day, "the reason why all our friends and family are coming together" They want their ceremony to create an "experience that makes a lasting impression on everyone in attendance." They want their guests "to have a great time", "to be included", to feel "the warmth, love and spiritual nature of their commitment." They want their guests "to leave the ceremony feeling inspired and with big smiles on their faces."


If this also resonates with you, please visit my website www.alisatonggcelebrant.com to learn more about how I create wedding ceremonies from scratch and perform them for couples who want an inspired, distinct story to be the centerpiece of their wedding. My goal is always to create authentic ceremonies that transform routine into inspired.
Lots of Love,
Alisa

  • Asian-owned
  • Native American-owned
  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical price for your wedding services?

$1,900

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$1,500

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

Yes

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
Baptist
Buddhist
Catholic
Earth-Based
Episcopalian
Evangelical
Hindu
Islam
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
Mormon
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Pagan
Presbyterian
Quaker
Shinto
Sikhism
Taoist
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 Alisa Tongg

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Alisa from Promise Ridge is repeatedly praised for creating magical and heartfelt ceremonies that resonate deeply with couples and guests alike. Her ability to weave together diverse traditions and individual love stories has left many in awe. Couples appreciate her personal touch, attention to detail, and the way she makes their special day seamless and stress-free. The stunning natural beauty of Promise Ridge further enhances the intimate and enchanting atmosphere, making it a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a unique and unforgettable wedding experience.

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Alisa from Promise Ridge is repeatedly praised for creating magical and heartfelt ceremonies that resonate deeply with couples and guests alike. Her ability to weave together diverse traditions and individual love stories has left many in awe. Couples appreciate her personal touch, attention to detail, and the way she makes their special day seamless and stress-free. The stunning natural beauty of Promise Ridge further enhances the intimate and enchanting atmosphere, making it a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a unique and unforgettable wedding experience.

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Marissa S. Sent on 03/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best Officiant in the Game!

Alisa is a true professional and an absolute master of her craft.

I first got to see Alisa in action at Promise Ridge for my best friend's wedding. It was beautiful. She brings you in and makes it the most meaningful, personal, celebration of love. Once we got engaged, I knew I wanted to have Alisa perform our ceremony as well!

At other weddings (non-Alisa officiated), I often felt that the ceremony was super short and anti-climactic. It's your WEDDING day, and your ceremony should also reflect that excitement of the occasion. We wanted a ceremony that was meaningful, engaging, and likewise, filled with love, and Alisa sure did deliver.

From the start, Alisa makes you feel comfortable and has all the details under control. Completing her couples questionnaire was also very special to us and really makes you hone in on what it is you love about your partner. The draft of the ceremony, from start to finish, was super detailed. It also included the full processional line-up and was SO easy to hand over to our maître d' so they knew exactly how things were going to go. For example, because she provided the last few sentences of the ceremony script, the venue could anticipate the end, cue the music, and open the doors. Everything ran so seamlessly, largely due to Alisa's meticulous attention to detail and organization (and we didn't even do a formal rehearsal)!

Now... the feedback! During our cocktail hour, we received SO many compliments on how special the ceremony was. We were asked who was the goddess, Disney princess, master officiant, and how on earth did we find her?! I was told by the guest of my friend, who I was meeting for the first time, that even he teared up! Alisa crafts your ceremony in a way that is so deeply touching and reflective of your love that it inevitably pulls on the heartstrings. (I knew this would happen and provided some "happy tears" tissue packs in anticipation, ha!) And now I'm tearing up again just writing this!

We cannot recommend Alisa enough. If you're looking for a meaningful ceremony filled with all the feels and jammed pack with love, look no further and work with Alisa asap.
Seth
Seth F. Sent on 08/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The word that keeps coming to mind—that we keep hearing... "Magical"

My wife Michelle and I are professional musicians, and much of our work manifests as wedding entertainers. Additionally, we’re at an age when among our friends, weddings are occurring more frequently than ever. So, when I say that Alisa was the most perfect celebrant that my wife and I could ever have hoped for, I do so as someone who attends quite a number of weddings each year, and who’s attended more than ever in recent seasons.

Alisa’s thoughtfulness, thoroughness, and enthusiasm around learning our histories, our values, our dreams, and the the aspects of ourselves that my Michelle and I see and celebrate in one another culminated in a ceremony that felt so unique and so authentically us that it felt almost too magical to be real. Her words, her guidance and direction, her warmth, and her ability to include aspects from our myriad of diverse ancestral traditions (Italian-American, Scotch-Irish, Cherokee, Ashkenazi; just to name a few) provided us with the ceremony we both always knew we wanted, but I never believed could exist.

Thankfully, my wife believed; and we both knew it when she found Alisa.

If you desire a uniquely magical ceremony that informs and enriches the celebration of your love; if you want to share that love with friends and family through the authentic telling of your shared story from your own perspectives; and if you wish to incorporate the vastness of traditions that feel dear to you and your spouse… hire Alisa.
Michelle
Michelle R. Sent on 08/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Pure Magic!

Alisa performed the most magical and heartfelt ceremony for our wedding! The way she really understood the essence of our bond shone through her words. Her perfectly crafted retelling of our story had everyone in attendance feeling so connected to us. My mother described it as powerful, and it truly was the most powerful, sacred experience for us. The way she wove in traditions from our respective backgrounds created a ceremony that honored us and felt deeply spiritual. At every point in the process, she helped everything feel easy and grounded and rooted in love and celebration. She offered guidance when we needed it, and she encouraged our unique connection to shine. I couldn’t imagine a person more well suited to this work than Alisa. She is clearly answering her calling as a celebrant!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
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Real Weddings

Cristal & Callan
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Melissa & Jaquion
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Mandy & Shane
83 photos · 08/10/2019

Team

Alisa Tongg
Alisa Tongg
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Professional Network & Endorsements

9 Endorsements
Bluebird Brides Bluebird Brides Wedding Hair & Makeup

What CANT I say about Alisa!!! She is such a warm, fun, and kind spirit, working with her is such a joy! She really takes great care in getting to know her couples and all of the sweet details about their love story, and in making sure their elopement or wedding day is a special moment for them and their family's to share in together. She is a true professional and oh so personable.

Lois Heckman, Celebrant Lois Heckman, Celebrant Wedding Officiants

Alisa Tongg is a extremely intelligent and insightful celebrant. If you are looking for someone of the highest caliber she is the perfect choice.

Laura Billingham Photography Laura Billingham Photography Wedding Photographers

To meet Alisa is to gain a warm and creative spirit as a friend! She helps couples craft meaningful, authentic ceremonies that capture the essence of each love story. She is a wonderful officiant!

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