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Fred W Harger
Fred W Harger
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Based in Middlesex County, Connecticut, Be Wed By Fred provides wedding officiant services in New England and Beyond. Justice of the Peace and Ordained Minister, Hon. Rev. Fred W Harger, specializes in officiating ceremonies for couples of all faiths and backgrounds. He has over 30 years of experience in wedding officiating (300+) and planning and is happy to officiate ceremonies of any size. If you have a destination wedding in mind, take Fred with you!

Services Offered

Fred prioritizes flexibility when it comes to his clients. He offers premarital counseling to all interested couples and is happy to provide his services for wedding rehearsals, vow renewals, elopements, and non-religious and interfaith ceremonies alike. Fred would be honored to customize your ceremony and vows to your personal taste and needs. And, when little ones come along, Fred is happy to conduct your custom Guide Parent Ceremony(ies).

What You'll Love About Be Wed By Fred

Rev. Fred W Harger goes above and beyond to orchestrate one-of-a-kind wedding ceremonies. His warm and friendly presence will help you feel supported throughout the entire planning process. Take a look at this officiant's reviews to see how couples and guests have loved working with him.

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FAQ

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$250

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

$100

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?

CT

What languages do you speak?

English
Spanish

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Rev. Fred Harger is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for officiating weddings. He is described as a professional, knowledgeable, and attentive officiant who goes above and beyond to make the ceremony special. Fred's attention to detail, organization skills, and helpfulness in coordinating other aspects of the wedding received praise from couples. Reviewers appreciated his personalized approach and the positive impact he had on their special day.

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Rev. Fred Harger is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for officiating weddings. He is described as a professional, knowledgeable, and attentive officiant who goes above and beyond to make the ceremony special. Fred's attention to detail, organization skills, and helpfulness in coordinating other aspects of the wedding received praise from couples. Reviewers appreciated his personalized approach and the positive impact he had on their special day.

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Dave Sent on 10/14/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Fred is the Best!!!

Fred is the absolute best!!! You're not just getting a Justice of the Peace and an ordained minister... but also a fantastic wedding planner and new best friend! He is meticulous in his attention to details and ensured we were well prepared for our special day. He even provided the photographer helpful instruction to ensure we have very special memories. To top it off, Fred joined us for the dinner that followed and was a lively conversationalist that everyone adored. When he departed, Fred received a standing ovation from the room. 5 stars doesn't even come close to Fred's actual value! He's become a friend for life!
Elizabeth
Elizabeth Sent on 11/01/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing service and extremely easy going!

I would highly recommend "Be Wed By Fred" for your big day! He was extremely accommodating and very personable-super easy to talk to. Knowledgeable which was beyond helpful and made my decisions very easy. We had a quick thrown together plan and Fred helped us navigate through with such ease. He went with the flow and gave us direction which made our day very special and memorable. We had a Halloween day of the dead theme which he was all about and even dressed up for the part! He was like one of the family and you can’t/won’t go wrong with him as your number one choice!! - Scott and Elizabeth
Melissa
Melissa Sent on 10/31/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Super Helpful

We had the opportunity to work with Fred for our wedding on September 12, 2020. With this pandemic happening, we were very nervous about how the ceremony would be since it is the most important part of the day. Fred was extremely helpful and supportive. He nailed our story, made us feel special and really got the guests involved. Fred went above and beyond on the day of our wedding. He is a jack of all trades and had everything you could have possibly needed for any mishaps. He continued to support us even after the ceremony. He was super helpful during our rehearsal and made sure everyone fully understood their roles. We would highly recommend Fred and are so happy that we had the chance to work with him.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
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We recently played music for a wedding Fred officiated: It stands out as being one of the most personal, spontaneous and moving ceremonies of the HUNDREDS we've seen. With depth and humor, Fred's presentation gave everyone in attendance a vibrant sense of what made this couple unique!

Love, Light & Music
5.0 out of 5 rating , 63 reviews
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