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Appalachian Life Rituals is a wedding officiant company based in Buckhannon, West Virginia. Led by registered officiant David L Shaffer, these licensed professionals are happy to create the ceremony you've always wanted. This team understands that every couple's needs and desires are different. Thus, they strive to provide quality services, personalized ceremonies, and a comfortable atmosphere.

Services Offered

Appalachian Life Rituals specializes in several weddings and events, including civil unions, non-religious ceremonies, interfaith ceremonies, religious ceremonies, elopements, and vow renewals. They will also help you plan your entire ceremony, from beginning to end. Your special event may be under 30 minutes or 60 minutes long. These passionate officiants will also encourage you and your significant other to create custom vows. Appalachian Life Rituals can officiate your wedding anywhere in Ohio or West Virginia, but please note that we may charge a travel fee based on the venue location. For this reason, we encourage you to ask for a quote that meets your specific needs. Video chat through Zoom is available.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical price for your wedding services?

$155

Which of the following are included in the price?

Ceremony Rehearsal

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$75

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$75

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
Civil Union

What services do you provide?

Premarital Counseling

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Anglican
Baha'i Faith
Baptist
Buddhist
Catholic
Earth-Based
Episcopalian
Evangelical
Hindu
Islam
Jainism
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?

OH
WV

What languages do you speak?

English
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Grace P. Married on 06/17/2023
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Great Experience

David was great! He helped make our wedding day flow so smooth! He is very responsive and overall super easy to work with! We would recommend him to anyone planning their wedding!
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Braden T. Married on 10/01/2023
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David Shaffer - 10/10

David was an amazing officiant, making our low-key ceremony lighthearted and fun. I’d recommend his services to anyone here in West Virginia!
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Brianna J. Married on 09/16/2023
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Easy to work with

David was super easy to work with, very professional and did really good work!
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David Shaffer
David Shaffer
Owner and Wedding Officiant

I am 56 years old. I was born in Ohio, raised in Texas, and lived in many states. My home is now in West Virginia. I have been an ordained minister through Universal Life Monastery since 2007. I was raised in the Christian faith, but have been a pagan for 25 years. I am easy-going and accepting of all. I want to do my part to make the wedding process easy and affordable for my clients.

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