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Father James St. George

English
Ceremony Rehearsal
Interfaith
Jenna
Reilly
Mary
Theresa
Nicole

Recommended by 100% of couples

About this vendor

Congratulations as you plan your wedding!

Father James St. George is an ordained Catholic priest offering wedding officiant services and has for the last 18+ years. Father has been named in the top officiants nationally and recognized annually as a Couples' Choice Award for the last 12 years now!

Over the past years, he has made couples' dreams come true, and has been honored to have played a part in their successful day. As you continue to build your team in order to create an unforgettable memory, know that he is here to support you every step of the way.

As an ordained Franciscan and Old Catholic Priest, he has served as a Trauma Chaplain, Adjunct Professor for Religion and Ethics, and a Pastor. Loving what he does, he is one of only a few Catholic priests, with an active parish community, who will travel to an off-site location, and also marry couples of various denominations and faiths. Each of Father’s ceremonies are customized to reflect the couple, as well as the importance of the commitment they are making. He is always excited to help every couple he works with make a wedding of their dreams come true!

Services Offered

Father James has performed over 2,800+ weddings in Pennsylvania and various other states, and is licensed to provide his services in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Florida, Maryland, Maine, New Jersey, New York, Texas, and Ohio, as well as others a bit farther in Key Largo and San Antonio and Fredericksburg, Texas! He can officiate interfaith and single-religion ceremonies, as well as vow renewals. If requested, he can also attend the ceremony rehearsal to ensure all involved in the wedding understand their responsibilities. PreCana (Marriage Preparation) is also available, but not mandated.

FAQ

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)?

$100

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?

Catholic

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

DE
DC
FL
MD
MA
NJ
NY
OH
PA
RI
SC
VA

What languages do you speak?

English

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Couples praise the officiant’s professionalism, clear communication, and warm, personable style, creating heartfelt, well-paced ceremonies. He was flexible, organized (handled paperwork and rehearsals), and eased nerves with thoughtful humor. Guests repeatedly raved and highly recommend him.

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Couples praise the officiant’s professionalism, clear communication, and warm, personable style, creating heartfelt, well-paced ceremonies. He was flexible, organized (handled paperwork and rehearsals), and eased nerves with thoughtful humor. Guests repeatedly raved and highly recommend him.

Jenna
Jenna Sent on 01/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Simply wonderful

Father Jim is a kind, funny, and caring individual. I don’t think my husband and I could have asked for a better officiant at our wedding. He provides exceptional service and is willing to personalize your ceremony. We had countless guests comment on how beautiful the ceremony was, and we have Father Jim to thank for that! We would highly recommend him to anyone!
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Steve Sent on 06/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Day!

Father Jim did an outstanding job at our wedding! Initial outreach and consultation were extremely easy. Being able to choose what to include in our ceremony was awesome. On time, efficient, trustworthy. Knowledgeable and helpful with the marriage license/certificate process. Great price! Even our guests had great things to say about Father Jim after the wedding. Couldn’t have asked for a better minister!
Reilly
Reilly Sent on 05/31/2026
5 out of 5 rating

So thankful for Father Jim!

It was clear that Father Jim genuinely cared and wanted to help make our day special - couldn’t have asked for a better officiant and were so grateful that he was a part of our day. Very supportive, down to earth, and willing to flex to meet our vision for our dream ceremony. Guests raved about how beautiful the ceremony’s wording was.
Mary
Mary Sent on 05/05/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Our May 3rd Wedding

Fr Jim performed our ceremony this past Sunday . He had been working with us since January and helped us navigate the process. The Ceremony was just wonderful. Everyone commented on how warm and welcoming Fr Jim was and he helped us create a memory we will have forever.
Theresa
Theresa Sent on 05/05/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic celebrant!

Father Jim was wonderful to work with! Both the process leading up to the wedding and the day itself were seamless, and he made us feel so comfortable before and during the ceremony. We could not recommend him enough!
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Angelo Sent on 05/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding 4/11/2026

We were recently married by Father Jim 4/11/26 at Bally Spring Inn and were beyond pleased with how everything turned out. From the moment we reached out inquiring on availability to days before the wedding Father Jim has always been available. The entire process was easy to navigate and understand and any questions we had Father Jim immediately got back to us with an answer. The day of the ceremony went very smooth and he provided an amazing experience to both us and our guests attending. Overall, Father Jim made such a special day that much more sacred and we are so happy to have chosen him.
Nicole
Nicole Sent on 04/27/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The best officiant!!

Hiring Father Jim was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. We really wanted a heartfelt and personal ceremony with religious aspects, but outside of a church, and Father Jim couldn't have done a better job. We got so many compliments on our ceremony, people thought we had known Father Jim all our lives!! We didn't even have him at the rehearsal, and everything went perfectly, he is a true professional and a great guy. Would highly recommend!!
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Brian Sent on 04/20/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing officiant!

The ceremony was amazing! Father Jim was everything you could ask for in an officiant! His words were beautiful and moving and he helped us create the perfect ceremony and can not recommend him enough!
Graciela
Graciela Sent on 03/21/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Everyone Loves Father Jim

Father Jim was absolutely wonderful. 10/10 officiant, big hit with Irish Catholic families
Amanda
Amanda Sent on 03/04/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic!

From the start, Father Jim was excellent to work with! My wedding guest complemented me on how professional yet funny he was! I highly recommend having him on your special day!
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I have known Father James St George for many years now and I know him to be a very professional, caring, understanding, and accepting cleric. He has a real passion for helping others and for making sure their special day is the best it can be. It has been and continues to be a blessing to work with him.

Elegance Quartet Entertainment Elegance Quartet Entertainment Wedding Musicians

I've had the pleasure of working with Fr. James St. George many times at many different venues. I have to say he is one of my favorite officiants, so much that when my musicians and I arrive at a location for a wedding ceremony, we always say "I hope they got Fr. James" :) It's a treat for us every time we listen to his ceremonies because they are always on point and personal for the couple at hand, and Fr. James never misses a beat. See you at the next ceremony, Fr. James! Ray Bicolli from Elegance Quartet.

All Set Creations All Set Creations Wedding Videographers

Being a Catholic and also a good Christian, I know the gospel when it's being communicated well. Father James 'gets it'- your wedding day is supposed to be about you and Father James understands the balancing act. God is at the center of this marriage, but it's also a partnership with him. God talks to everyone in the congregation especially the couple as those active players and doesn't preach. There are not many priests that can make you look up from your camera in the middle of a job and just listen- just listen to the words of your religion and realize not only why you married the most amazing woman- but also why it's so important to model Christian faith through marriage everyday- Father Jim can bring all of this to your next ceremony. He was an honor to capture on film! All my best- Dave Thomas, Just Joey Productions

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