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On WeddingWire since 2022

Bill Hulseman is a ritual designer and wedding officiant based in Seattle, Washington. After several years of crafting custom ceremonies and bringing couples together, Bill is ready to tailor your special day to your every need.

Specializing in designing original weddings, he starts with a couple's identities, experiences, and values to create a truly unique and authentic ceremony, whether it's secular, rooted in a particular religious or cultural tradition, or a thoughtful and appropriate mix of traditions.

Services Offered

bill hulseman consulting offers several services and packages to ensure that your event runs without a hitch. Bill focuses on inclusivity and works with you to develop personalized vows. He will also provide a thorough ceremony rehearsal at your chosen location. His ceremonies range from 10 to 30 minutes, depending on the experience a couple wants to design, and treat your family and friends not as an audience but as active participants, as witnesses to your union, and as a unique community brought together by your love.

Bill designs ceremonies for:

  • Weddings
  • Vow renewals
  • Civil unions
  • Commitment Ceremonies
  • Elopements
  • Second weddings
  • Any other important moment or transition in your life

  • LGBTQ+-owned

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical price for your wedding services?

$750

Which of the following are included in the price?

Ceremony Rehearsal

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$250

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

Yes

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$50

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 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.

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
ND
OH
OK
OR
RI
SC
SD
TN
TX
UT
VT
WA
WV
WI
WY

What languages do you speak?

English
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Bill is highly recommended as an officiant for weddings. Reviewers praised his kindness, patience, and professionalism throughout the entire process. He took the time to understand the vision for the ceremony and crafted a service that was perfect for the couples. Bill's expertise and guidance were appreciated, and he helped create meaningful and personalized ceremonies. Overall, reviewers highly recommend Bill as an officiant who brings warmth and understanding to the occasion.

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Bill is highly recommended as an officiant for weddings. Reviewers praised his kindness, patience, and professionalism throughout the entire process. He took the time to understand the vision for the ceremony and crafted a service that was perfect for the couples. Bill's expertise and guidance were appreciated, and he helped create meaningful and personalized ceremonies. Overall, reviewers highly recommend Bill as an officiant who brings warmth and understanding to the occasion.

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Lauren C. Sent on 05/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Masterful Ceremony Creator and Officiant

We started working with Bill 6 months before our wedding and we did the vows workshop with him. Bill was so supportive and helpful throughout the process! My spouse and I decided to create a custom ceremony that blended our different religious backgrounds into something that represented us; in our case, this blend was non-religious and Catholic. We worked on creating religious undertones but making sure the language fit us in the present. It took some back and forth as well as navigating pressure and emotions from our families. However, we were in good hands because Bill is masterful at this! On our wedding day, he did an expert job at creating the right atmosphere. He made us so comfortable standing up there in front of everyone. My husband was nervous about this, since he's very introverted. Bill put him at ease and directed the energy in the room to join us rather than watch us. Our wedding would not have been the same without him, the ceremony is still our favorite part to remember.
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Qimu D. Sent on 02/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Warm, Professional and Kind

We couldn't have asked for a better officiant for our wedding. Bill was not only kind and well-prepared but also incredibly patient. Despite our friends being late, he waited in cold without a hint of complaint, showing remarkable understanding and support. His professionalism shone through every step of the way, from our initial meetings to the ceremony itself. Our ceremony is simple setup and different from the traditional one. Bill took the time to truly understand our vision for the ceremony and crafted a service that was perfect for us. His words were heartfelt and meaningful, making the moment even more special. Throughout the entire process, he remained calm, reassuring, and dedicated to ensuring our day was everything we hoped for. We are grateful for his unwavering patience and support, and we can't recommend him highly enough to anyone looking for an officiant who not only performs their duties flawlessly but also brings warmth and understanding to the occasion.
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Kjasa M. Sent on 01/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Compassionate and Knowledgable

Bill was an incredible person to work with as we planned our wedding ceremony. My husband and I certainly gave him a challenge, too, with just under two months between the time we hired him to the wedding date! Through a few virtual meetings and email chains, we were able to design a ceremony that truly expressed our relationship and commitment to each other. Throughout the process, we also learned more about the historical context of wedding traditions, and were able to make informed decisions about what we wanted to include in our ceremony. Overall, we had an excellent experience working with Bill and would highly recommend him as an officiant to other couples!
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Bill Hulseman
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Ritual designer & facilitator

Bill Hulseman is a ritual designer and facilitator based in Seattle.

Bill graduated from Fairfield University with a bachelor’s degree in religious studies, from Harvard Divinity School with a master’s degree in the comparative study of religion, and from Columbia University with a master’s degree in private school leadership.

For 18 years, Bill served as an educator in a variety of roles, including teacher of world religions, campus minister, program director, administrator, and middle school principal. Now, he is an independent consultant who obsesses over creating weddings and other rituals that prioritize authenticity, identity, and transformation.

Bill grew up in the Chicago area and is the youngest of 10 siblings. His interests include architecture, travel, pop culture, social justice, and advocacy for underrepresented groups. Bill and his husband, Jonathon, live in Seattle where they maintain an Instagram account for their 13 year old rat terrier, Stella. For more information, check out billhulseman.com.

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