Fr. Stephen Ryan
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Fr. Stephen is an ordained Catholic priest and wedding officiant in South West Florida. He assists people of all faiths as they prepare to celebrate their special day. Fr. Stephen is a graduate of St. Joseph's Seminary, Yonkers, New York. He has been a priest for over thirty years and has assisted many couples in preparing their Wedding Ceremony. Currently, he is incardinated into the Progressive Catholic Church and has most recently served in Staten Island, and Central New York. With the help of Social Media, his ministry seeks to reach all who are in need wherever they are and to share God's abundant love with them. Fr. Stephen works to assure people, especially those who feel alienated from the Church, that they are most welcome to participate in and receive the Sacraments of the Church.
Fr. Stephen is currently able to assist couples in South West Florida, particulary Cape Coral and Ft. Myers area
. He would be happy to assist couples in pre-matrimonial counseling, planning their ceremony, and incorporating the special touches that will make their day just what they want it to be. These may include honoring ethnic or cultural traditions or other features such as the Unity Candle, Nuptial Blessing, Breaking of the Glass, Releasing of Doves, Memory Candle, Holy Communion, Blending of Sands, or other personal selections. He can also assist couples who desire to receive their Sacraments, for example, Baptism, Holy Communion, and Confirmation. Fr. Stephen is available to officiate at your Civil Ceremony, same-gender weddings, Interfaith, Catholic, renewal of vows, and many other types of ceremonies. Fr. Stephen will work closely with you to help make your Wedding Day as special as it can be!
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5 years in business
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We speak English
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Reviewers praised Father Stephen as a warm, professional officiant who communicated well and accommodated schedules and traditions. He added personal touches that made ceremonies spiritual, heartfelt, and memorable. Couples highly recommend him for his kindness, punctuality, and attentiveness.
What a special day
The Best!!! Thank you Father Stephen!!! :)
The best!
Highly recommend!
The BEST!!!!!
The day of the wedding, he officiated to most lovely ceremony we could’ve asked for. I still have people calling and telling me that it was one of the most beautiful ceremony’s that they’ve ever been a part of. We are truly grateful for him !
Joyful & Reverent Professional
Couldn't Have Asked For Anyone Better!
The best Officiant!
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