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Heartfelt Weddings

English
Ceremony Rehearsal
Interfaith
Civil Union

Why couples loved this vendor

  • Seasoned Professional
  • Marriage License & Certificate
  • Officiant
  • Great Planner
Jason
William
E S
Aaron
Arianna

Recommended by 100% of couples

About this vendor

Heartfelt Weddings offers non-denominational officiants in the San Francisco Bay Area, California. Ministers Kathy and Larry Wilkerson have performed more than 2,500 ceremonies over the past 20 years. We will work with you to create the perfect ceremony that reflects your personalities, your values, your commitment, and your dreams.

Services Offered

Heartfelt Weddings provides customized vows for civil unions, interfaith ceremonies, religious and non-religious ceremonies, as well as vow renewals, ensuring that your ceremony is entirely yours. Over the years, Kathy and Larry have performed weddings that cross the spectrum of cultures, religions, backgrounds, and faiths, often including diverse traditions, creating an atmosphere of inclusion for everyone to enjoy. We are LGBTQ-friendly and honor the commitment of love.

Other Services

We provide sample ceremonies and a wide assortment of inspirational readings and poems to help you create your perfect wedding ceremony!

We also provide:

  • Information on obtaining a California Marriage License
  • Processional & Recessional Protocol, and
  • Instructions for Changing Marital Status after the wedding.

What You'll Love About Heartfelt Weddings

Couples have praised the team at Heartfelt Weddings for their personalized approach to every ceremony. Their experience and eloquence have been complimented by hundreds of clients, who were moved by the commitment shown in the lead-up and the day of their celebration. Check out the reviews section to see what each couple had to say.

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Veteran-owned

Woman-owned

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FAQ

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$195

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
Baptist
Buddhist
Catholic
Episcopalian
Hindu
Islam
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Presbyterian
Taoist
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

30-60 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

CA

What languages do you speak?

English

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Reviews of Heartfelt Weddings

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Officiants were praised for warm, professional, and personalized service, using workbooks and ceremony booklets to craft meaningful ceremonies. They were responsive, organized, and helped with legal paperwork and filing. Their calming presence, punctuality, and thoughtful delivery made ceremonies memorable.

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Officiants were praised for warm, professional, and personalized service, using workbooks and ceremony booklets to craft meaningful ceremonies. They were responsive, organized, and helped with legal paperwork and filing. Their calming presence, punctuality, and thoughtful delivery made ceremonies memorable.

Jason
Jason Sent on 08/13/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional Wedding Officiant - Kathy Wilkerson

We were incredibly fortunate to have Kathy Wilkerson as our wedding officiant. Her professionalism and dedication truly made our special day unforgettable. From the moment we reached out to her, Kathy demonstrated a level of responsibility and commitment that immediately put us at ease.

Throughout the entire process, Kathy's attention to detail and personalized approach were evident. She took the time to understand our story and preferences, resulting in a ceremony that felt uniquely tailored to us. Her eloquent delivery and warm presence added a touch of magic to the occasion, leaving us and our guests moved by her words.

Kathy's expertise and organizational skills ensured that everything flowed seamlessly, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the moment without any worries. Her calming demeanor and genuine care for our happiness made her not just an officiant, but a cherished part of our wedding memories.

If you're seeking a wedding officiant who goes above and beyond, we wholeheartedly recommend Kathy Wilkerson. Her exceptional qualities truly set her apart, and we are grateful to have had her play such a significant role in the beginning of our journey as a married couple.
William
William Sent on 05/31/2026
5 out of 5 rating

So wonderful and sweet! She helped make our ceremony so special

Kathy's guidance and feedback was instrumental in helping us craft our ceremony. We love the workbook-style approach that broke down and explained all the elements of a ceremony.

She showed up early to our wedding, adapted to the ceremony going a little differently than we intended, and filed our certificate with the city promptly.

Overall Kathy is experienced, informative, and we can't recommend her enough.
E S
E S Sent on 11/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A True Professional

We booked Larry to officiate for our small and intimate wedding at Blake Gardens. From the first email, we knew we had chosen the right person. Larry was responsive, professional, and provided us with a ceremony worksheet that made planning stress-free. Larry arrived to the wedding venue first and met with us to make sure all our T's were crossed and i's were dotted. Since we planned our entire wedding ourselves, we wanted to ensure that the officiant we chose could help guide us through our perfect ceremony,; and Larry really delivered. The cherry on top was Larry was sweet and gentle with a great sense of humor. He did great with the guests and showed up as a true professional.
Aaron
Aaron Sent on 11/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful ceremony!

We’re so grateful to Kathy for officiating our wedding! Planning the ceremony felt like one of the most intimidating parts of the wedding planning process, but with her detailed guidance and thoughtful support, we were able to create a beautiful ceremony. Kathy went above and beyond, from helping us shape every part of the ceremony to preparing a ceremony booklet and printed vows that we’ll cherish forever. Her warmth, kindness, and calming presence brought exactly the energy we needed during one of the most emotional moments of the day. We’re endlessly thankful she was part of our celebration.
K
Kristina Sent on 11/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Kathy made our day so special!!

Our ceremony was so beautiful thanks to Kathy! We knew immediately before our first zoom call ended that we wanted her to officiate our wedding. Her warmth and care is so evident when you speak with her. Her workbook to create our perfect ceremony was so perfect. No one I knew had ever gotten to personalize their ceremony so much in each section of it and it made our ceremony that much more special and personal. She is so responsive to emails and shows she really is there for us. She also was so helpful in all the details to change my married name and get our marriage license. I would recommend Kathy to anyone looking for an amazing and professional officiate who is going to make your ceremony warm, joyous, and truly heartfelt.
L
Linus Sent on 10/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

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We’re so grateful to Kathy for making our ceremony truly unforgettable. She took the time to get to know us and crafted something personal, heartfelt, and full of meaning. Thank you for being there for such a special moment in our lives and for capturing our love so beautifully
T
Tessa Sent on 10/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Great experience!

Larry was kind and thorough, making it easy to work with him. We were very happy with our ability to customize what was said during out ceremony and loved the bound book with our ceremony inside, we will cherish it for years to come!
M
M & Sent on 06/24/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Kind, Present, and So Thoughtful - Larry Made Our Ceremony Truly Meaningful

Having Larry officiate our wedding was truly one of the greatest honors of our day. From our very first conversation, it was clear that he brings thoughtfulness, care, and a deep sense of purpose to what he does. He took the time to get to know us, understand our story, and help craft a ceremony that felt both deeply personal and beautifully composed.

Larry was incredibly communicative and supportive throughout the entire planning process. He gave us clear, detailed instructions about the legal paperwork in the lead-up to the wedding and made everything feel easy and seamless. On the day of the ceremony, he delivered a beautiful service (and he also filed our marriage license immediately!). That’s just who Larry is: kind, thoughtful, and unbelievably efficient.

One of the moments that meant the most to us was when Larry checked in with each of us before the ceremony. He shared just the right words and he truly made us feel ready to step into the moment together. He struck the perfect balance between professionalism and warmth, and talking with him always felt natural — like working with an old friend. His presence on the day of the wedding was calming and grounding. The ceremony he delivered was everything we had hoped for: sincere, meaningful, and completely reflective of who we are as a couple.

We feel so lucky to have had Larry guide us through this moment in our lives, and we could not recommend him more highly to any couple looking for an officiant who leads with heart, clarity, and care in every step of the journey.
Arianna
Arianna Sent on 12/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Unique and wonderful experience

We are immensely grateful for the wonderful services provided by Larry on our wedding day. Their warmth, eloquence, and personalized approach made our ceremony truly unforgettable. Larry helped us guide us to personalize our ceremony, and their calming presence added a special touch to the atmosphere.

From our initial meeting to the big day, Larry demonstrated a high level of professionalism and a genuine passion for their work. He took the time to understand our values and preferences, ensuring that the ceremony was a perfect reflection of our commitment to each other.

We wholeheartedly recommend their services to any couple seeking an officiant who not only officiates but also contributes to the unique and heartfelt nature of the ceremony.
C
Celina Sent on 09/24/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Larry was the absolute best!!

My husband and I cannot say enough great things about Larry! He truly helped make our Wedding incredibly special. Our guests kept raving about the Ceremony and how beautiful it was. At one point my husband kept tearing and Larry made such lighthearted jokes that made our guests laugh and put my husband at ease. He answered all of our questions and helped us with the marriage license process. We loved that we were able to make the Ceremony our own, Larry did everything to make it about us and our love. He went above and beyond and we could not be more thankful.
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Jim Vetter Photography Jim Vetter Photography Wedding Photographers

I've had the pleasure of covering weddings officiated by both Kathy and Larry. Their presence and attention to detail are unmatched in my experience. I love the way they relate to the couples and make the ceremony more than just a formality. I recommend them for anyone wanting a more meaningful ceremony.

Harpist Krista Strader Harpist Krista Strader Wedding Musicians

I have performed harp services for wedding ceremonies with both Kathy and Larry on several occasions. Both of these wonderful officiants are an absolute joy to work with, I am never worried about cues and both come across so warmly to others. Helpful, experienced, and a joy to work with sums this couple up. The bonus with this team is you have two chances at one of them being available for your wedding date!

DreamMaker Designs DreamMaker Designs Wedding Invitations

Kathy and Larry at Heartfelt Weddings are both wonderful people! I met them at a boutique wedding show and they were so friendly and easy to talk to.

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