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ChrisTina Maestas-Simek
ChrisTina Maestas-Simek
Certified Professional Life Cycle Celebrant

Hispanic or Latinx-owned, Woman-owned

9 years in business

We speak English

Small team (2-10 members)

What a Miracle! Out of all the millions in the world, you found "Your Person," "Your Beloved".

Your Love story is not just a story. Why would anyone want to have just a Wedding?

Together, We Create Heart Memories.

As a Professional Life Cycle Celebrant and Passionate Creator of Meaning-Filled Ceremonies, I understand the difference a ceremony created with "Your Unique Love Language" intention can make in a relationship.

My Name is ChrisTina Maestas-Simek, I am a native New Mexican with deep ancestral roots here in New Mexico. I am very tied to this land and it’s energy. My specialty is weddings that connect us with the elements and more deeply to each other. I spend time getting to know you and hearing your love story and how it came to be. The unique ceremonies I craft are for the purpose of celebrating your relationship, and committing to one another on a deeper level.

If that sounds inviting to you let us talk more.

FAQ

Which of the following are included in the price of your wedding officiant services?

Ceremony Rehearsal
Premarital Counseling

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

Yes

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

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal

What services do you provide?

Premarital Counseling

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Catholic
Earth-Based
Episcopalian
No Denomination
Pagan
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

30-60 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

NM

What languages do you speak?

English

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Reviews of Hearts Crossing

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ChrisTina is hailed by reviewers as a talented and heartfelt officiant who creates deeply personalized and meaningful wedding ceremonies. Couples praise her for her attentiveness to their individual stories, compassionate approach, and inclusion of special elements like handwashing rituals and anointing with oil. Through extensive interviews and questionnaires, she delves into the essence of each relationship, crafting ceremonies that are described as beautiful, healing, and unforgettable. From involving family members to weaving intricate details tailored to each couple, ChrisTina's ceremonies are said to be magical, spiritually enriching experiences that leave a lasting impact on couples and guests alike.

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ChrisTina is hailed by reviewers as a talented and heartfelt officiant who creates deeply personalized and meaningful wedding ceremonies. Couples praise her for her attentiveness to their individual stories, compassionate approach, and inclusion of special elements like handwashing rituals and anointing with oil. Through extensive interviews and questionnaires, she delves into the essence of each relationship, crafting ceremonies that are described as beautiful, healing, and unforgettable. From involving family members to weaving intricate details tailored to each couple, ChrisTina's ceremonies are said to be magical, spiritually enriching experiences that leave a lasting impact on couples and guests alike.

Francesca
Francesca Sent on 02/16/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Our Perfect Wedding

Finding ChrisTina was a dream come true. She brought together the most unique and meaningful ceremony for our wedding in October that blended us as a couple with our love for nature and wanted to have a ceremony that felt bonding. She listened to everything we wanted and brought to life what we were imagining. She was easy to communicate with and responsive to our questions. She guided us through the whole process and came very prepared the day of. We got so many compliments on our wedding ceremony and it's uniqueness and how perfect is was for us as a couple! And all of those compliments were thanks to what ChrisTina brought to life for us! I will cherish that day and the memories forever.
Ben
Ben Sent on 02/14/2026
5 out of 5 rating

With a hitch!

Christina was the perfect fit for our wedding which was non-denominational, very spiritual. She made us do our homework (and did hers!) and crafted the ceremony specifically to us. Incredibly special, she made sure to learn about our families and included everyone. Put in hours of her time with us both together and separately in the weeks leading up to our date. Crafted her alter specifically to fit with our color arrangement. She has packages to fit different price ranges. Would highly recommend Christina's services we feel quite lucky to have found her. Made sure our special day went off with a hitch if you'll pardon the pun. 10/10
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Sharay Sent on 02/04/2026
5 out of 5 rating

More Than an Officiant, A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience

From the very beginning, ChrisTina made us feel seen, heard, and deeply understood. I’ve always struggled with feeling like I deserve big, meaningful moments, and after waiting so long for this wedding, the importance of it is hard for me to put into words. Somehow, she understood that without me ever having to explain it.

She poured so much love into our ceremony and into us as a couple. She listened intently, asked thoughtful questions, and truly took the time to know our story. She made the entire experience incredibly personal, spiritual, and intentional. One of the things that meant the most to me was how much she wanted to involve our children, it made our family feel honored and whole.

At our rehearsal dinner, ChrisTina did something I will remember for the rest of my life: she invited everyone there to share something special about us and our relationship. Hearing our loved ones take the time to speak about us so intentionally was incredibly moving and meant the world to me.

Even when we ran into complications and couldn’t get our marriage license in time due to ID issues, she went above and beyond. She met with us the day after the wedding to sign the paperwork, and then had us read our vows to each other again, privately, just the two of us. It was such a special, intimate moment, and I will treasure it forever.

ChrisTina is truly made for this work. While she may be an investment, she is 100% worth it. I would recommend her to anyone looking for an officiant who brings heart, depth, and genuine care into one of the most important moments of your life.
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Mark Sent on 11/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Ceremony That is Truly Yours

We cannot exaggerate how wonderful ChrisTina was to work with. She was focused and thorough, but always human and in touch. We were seeking an "elopement" (that is, no guests; just the two of us) for what was the second wedding for both of us and we really wanted it to be meaningful to and memorable for us. ChrisTina created a ceremony that attained these goals completely.

She interviewed both of us separately and together, and had each of us complete a fairly intensive but valuable questionnaire. Through these interactions, she got to know us as individuals and as a couple, understanding who we were and why we were (and wanted to be) together. And the ceremony she created could not have reflected that any better.

We were married in Santa Fe's beautiful botanical garden on partly cloudy, blustery day in the early fall. The words ChrisTina said and beautiful altar and rituals she crafted were like a mirror reflecting back to us the couple we had become and hoped to be.

ChrisTina was amazing, period. Our recommendation of her is strong and unhesitating.
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Eric Sent on 08/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect wedding officiant

Christina at Heart's Crossing was the perfect wedding officiant. We wanted a ceremony that was an intergrative spiritual experience. Christina gave us that and more. My wife and I walked away from the alter buzzing with love. We were married and bound by our intentions, nature, the four elements, our attendees(which became active participants) and Christina—who orchestrated it all. She navigated through the chaos to bring us a calm, grounded ceremony. Many guests later said, "that was the most romantic wedding I've ever been to". Christina knew how to coax the romance and love out so it could be properly shown to our guests. We spent time prior discussing our life, love and relationship with Christina. She made sure she understood us and our relationship. She talked with our wedding party at the rehearsal to get an even deeper feel for us and our community. We felt seen the whole time. This and the exercises she recommended made the process leading up to the ceremony special. It felt ceremonial from the beginning to rehearsal to when we finally got married—it was like everything had been leading up to that moment.

My wife and I are happily married and will always look back on that day as a powerful, beautiful and, most importantly, fun day.

My one regret is not completing Christina's questionaire sooner so we could have worked with her a bit more. We were very busy and took much longer than we should have to complete it. Christina was very understanding and accommodating, however I wouldn't have minded some more check ins. This is on us and not her, however.

It was a reminder to take time out of wedding planning to reflect on and acknowledge our love—which is what Christina helped us do once we finished the questionnaire. She also used quotes from us in our ceremony which was a nice touch.

If you're getting married by Christina you're in good caring hands. She'll make the day magical for you, but also the wedding party and guests.

I really appreciate all you did, Christina. Thank you!
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Camaren Sent on 08/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Officiant!!

ChrisTina is a truly divine officiant who brings a deep spiritual essence to the sacred commitment of marriage. She devoted her time to genuinely honor our union, the blessings of our families, and the love that binds us. ChrisTina took the time to understand the unique connection between me and my husband before our wedding, ensuring that our ceremony was a beautiful and unforgettable experience. She reaches into the depths of the spiritual realm, creating a sacred and inclusive space that resonates with all. Thank you, ChrisTina, for your transcendent guidance and for making our ceremony a memorable celebration of love.
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Teresa Sent on 07/24/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The PERFECT ceremony to unite my son and daughter in law❤️

Beautiful wedding ceremony! Christina made it a priority to get to know my son’s and his new bride’s heart, soul, and spirit. She artistically and spiritually wove all the important people, experiences, memories, and dreams into the most meaningful marriage ceremony I’ve ever attended. It was perfect for this couple who are intentional with each interaction and every word they speak. Christina blessed them with a ceremony that launched them into their married lives in just the right way. Christina’s heart and spirit are palpable. She is a treasure you will feel honored to share time and space with.
Joy
Joy S. Sent on 06/26/2024
5 out of 5 rating

So much more than just a ceremony!

My husband and I were travelling to Santa Fe for our 10th wedding anniversary. During the planning of our trip, I decided I wanted to surprise him with a small and private vow renewal ceremony - just the two of us and an officiant. I had an idea of what I thought I wanted (outdoor, intimate, unique), but was really concerned about finding a wedding officiant. We didn't know a soul in Santa Fe; how much of a risk was I taking trying to find someone online?

I saw ChrisTina's webpage and was instantly intrigued. We connected by email and then by phone. I quickly realized that what she offered was so much more than I could have asked for. ChrisTina truly invests her time and emotion in getting to know you as individuals and as a couple and digs really deep to learn your story.

My husband and I spoke with her individually over Zoom several times, and both filled out a thought provoking questionnaire that we emailed to her. We met with her the day before the ceremony for appetizers and margaritas and KNEW beyond a doubt that we not only had found the perfect officiant, we had also made a very special friend.

I wasn't 100% sure what our ceremony would look like, which was fine by us. Both he and I wanted something different than the very traditional religious ceremony we were both used to and had given ChrisTina ideas of what we would like, but gave her the latitude to do whatever she felt would be appropriate. What she crafted for us was truly amazing. She had not only incorporated the elements we wanted, but also added other elements that she realized would be healing to us. For example, she started our ceremony with anointing us with oil and then a handwashing ritual that was beautiful and healing. What she wrote about each of us, based on both what she observed and the information provided by each partner, was one of the most touching and meaningful things anyone has ever said to me. she incorporated music, flowers, prayer, readings, and rituals in a beautiful setting.

As a person, ChrisTina is professional, polite, kind, and has the most peaceful and sweet spirit I've ever met. She invests not only her time, but also her creativity and emotion to give you more that what you could imagine.

My husband and I left Santa Fe closer than we've ever been, with a lot of healing, blessing, insight and appreciation for each other. Thank you, again, ChrisTina, for all the beauty and love you showed us both.

Shean and Joy Stewart

Lacey
Lacey Sent on 06/01/2023
5 out of 5 rating

A Perfect Ceremony

My husband and I absolutely loved how ChrisTina designed our wedding ceremony. She really took her time getting to know us beforehand, meeting with us in person and via video calls leading up to the big day. It was beautiful how she shared our love story with all of our guests. She is a very kind and gentle soul and her passion for what she does really shines through.
Alex
Alex Sent on 01/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

ChrisTina is truly exceptional!

Our work with ChrisTina was life-changing. She was the best officiant we could have asked for. Our elopement and ceremony were handcrafted. ChrisTina's approach and questions were thoughtful. Upon our first meeting, we knew we were in good hands. I had the pleasure of being a Covid Bride, ChrisTina stayed with us through the twists and turns of wedding planning. She facilitated our beautiful elopement in White Sands and, eventually, our ceremony at the Pecos Mission Ruins. Our wedding was rescheduled three times. Due to the fires in Northern NM, we almost lost our venue. ChrisTina traveled throughout the state with us. Her calm energy kept us grounded. Our vows were perfect, and the altar design was beyond lovely. She is a truly beautiful soul and probably one of the most amazing people I've ever met. ChrisTina's energy and presence moved every person at our ceremony. Our lives are forever changed.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
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ChrisTina Maestas-Simek
ChrisTina Maestas-Simek
Certified Professional Life Cycle Celebrant
Brea Simek-Scott
Brea Simek-Scott
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