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You’ve made a life-changing decision to join your lives in marriage.

You want to celebrate the beginning of this new journey together as a couple.

What brought you here?

How do you want to remember this most sacred and special day?

Where do you see yourselves going in the years ahead?

What are your plans to get there?

This is where we begin, because this isn’t just any moment...this is a Defining Moment.

I'm Reverend Don Anderson, a licensed and church ordained minister for over 30 years. I am a student of life and a student of marriage. I will work with you to provide a personalized wedding ceremony that is both memorable and meaningful. Whether you choose a more traditional service, or design your own unique ceremony, I will assist you in every way possible to create the wedding of your dreams.

Services Offered

Defining Moments Ministries is privileged to officiate wedding ceremonies incorporating many faith backgrounds. Vow renewals, rehearsals, and other services may be included. Rev. Don offers premarital and relationship counseling to help couples build a strong foundation for a long and lasting relationship. He creates personalized ceremonies, which may include a couple's own customized vows that will allow them to share the heart of their relationship with others in attendance. With an extensive background in family studies, along with transition and loss counseling, he can incorporate children as a part of the ceremony, as well as address difficult family matters in meaningful ways.

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical price for your wedding services?

$650

Which of the following are included in the price?

Ceremony Rehearsal
Premarital Counseling

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$500

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$150

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

$50

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

Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal

What services do you provide?

Premarital Counseling

What religious affiliations do you serve?

No Denomination

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
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 Defining Moments Ministries

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Rev. Don Anderson of Defining Moments Ministry is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for his exceptional services as a wedding officiant. His personalized approach, premarital counseling sessions, and attention to detail truly make the ceremony meaningful and memorable. Reviewers praise his professionalism, warmth, and ability to capture the essence of the couple. Many appreciate his guidance and support throughout the entire wedding planning process. Overall, Don's services are highly recommended for couples looking for a personalized and heartfelt 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.

Rev. Don Anderson of Defining Moments Ministry is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for his exceptional services as a wedding officiant. His personalized approach, premarital counseling sessions, and attention to detail truly make the ceremony meaningful and memorable. Reviewers praise his professionalism, warmth, and ability to capture the essence of the couple. Many appreciate his guidance and support throughout the entire wedding planning process. Overall, Don's services are highly recommended for couples looking for a personalized and heartfelt wedding ceremony.

Ashley
Ashley M. Sent on 05/30/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend Rev. Don Anderson!!

Reverend Don Anderson is more than just an officiant; he is a true gem who made our wedding day on November 11, 2023, absolutely unforgettable. From the moment we met him, Reverend Anderson took the time to genuinely get to know us as a couple. His warmth, sincerity, and genuine interest in our love story immediately put us at ease and made us feel like old friends.

Throughout the wedding planning process, Reverend Anderson was a constant source of support and guidance. He listened attentively to our hopes and dreams for our ceremony and worked tirelessly to craft a service that was uniquely tailored to us. His words were heartfelt, touching, and beautifully captured the essence of our relationship.

What truly sets Reverend Anderson apart is his ability to form a genuine connection with his clients. Through our interactions with him, we gained not only a trusted officiant but also a dear friend. His kindness, wisdom, and unwavering support have left a lasting impression on us, and we feel incredibly fortunate to have had him play such a significant role in our lives.

Thank you, Reverend Anderson, for your exceptional professionalism, your heartfelt ceremony, and for the friendship that blossomed from our time together. You truly made our wedding day a dream come true, and we will forever be grateful for the memories you helped create.
Sarah
Sarah H. Sent on 05/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Don is amazing to work with, highly recommend!

We cannot express enough gratitude for the incredible experience we had with Wedding Officiant Don. From the moment we met him, we knew we had found the perfect person to officiate our wedding ceremony. Don's warmth, sincerity, and dedication to making our day truly special were evident from our very first meeting.
What sets Don apart is his genuine commitment to getting to know his couples on a personal level. From the outset, he took the time to understand our love story, our values, and our vision for our wedding ceremony. He listened attentively to our preferences regarding the level of religiosity we wanted in our ceremony and tailored every aspect to reflect our beliefs and desires.
Throughout the entire planning process, Don was a constant source of support and guidance. He checked in with us regularly, offering encouragement, advice, and reassurance every step of the way. His wealth of experience and expertise in crafting meaningful, personalized ceremonies gave us the confidence that our wedding ceremony would be everything we hoped for and more.
One of the things we appreciated most about Don was his ability to incorporate personal touches into our ceremony. From heartfelt anecdotes to touching readings, Don weaved elements that were meaningful to us into the fabric of our ceremony, creating a truly unforgettable experience for us and our guests. On the day of our wedding, Don's calming presence and genuine warmth helped set the tone for the entire day. His eloquent delivery, heartfelt words, and infectious enthusiasm added an extra layer of magic to our ceremony, leaving us and our guests deeply moved and profoundly touched.
If you're searching for a wedding officiant who will not only marry you but also become a trusted friend and confidant throughout your wedding journey, look no further than Wedding Officiant Don. His professionalism, passion, and personalized approach make him the perfect choice for couples who want their wedding ceremony to be as unique and special as their love story. We are eternally grateful to Don for helping us create memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you, Don, for making our wedding day truly unforgettable!
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Carey J. Sent on 05/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Easy and exactly what I wanted

Don was great to work with, he asked us questions t get to know me and my husband better and then he incorporated those details into our ceremony.
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Rev. Don Anderson, M. Div., Defining Moments Ministries
Rev. Don Anderson, M. Div., Defining Moments Ministries
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