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I Wed You

English
Ceremony Rehearsal
Interfaith
Non-religious

Why couples loved this vendor

  • Seasoned Professional
  • Officiant
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Brysons
Tanwalton
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Recommended by 100% of couples

About this vendor

I Wed You is a superior wedding officiant service based in Silver Spring, Maryland. Founded in 2011 by experienced minister Reverend Dr. Deborah J. Keaton, this business serves couples regardless of religious affiliation throughout Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia. Whether you plan on having a religious, non-religious, interfaith, or spiritual ceremony, Dr. Keaton will work to ensure that your ceremony truly represents your love.

Services Offered

From intimate elopements to large-scale occasions, I Wed You is willing to officiate all manner of wedding types. Every stage of your ceremony can be customized, so be sure to tell Deborah about any special requests you have. Your service will last about 30 minutes, and you have the freedom to write your own vows. In addition, I Wed You offers pre-marital counseling sessions designed to enhance and enrich your love for each other.

What You'll Love About I Wed You

Couples who choose this team for their big day say that they formed a deep connection with them before the big day, resulting in heartwarming and emotional ceremonies. Check out the reviews section to learn more about what people say about this company.

Features

Black-owned

Veteran-owned

Woman-owned

Just me

Experience

  • 15 years in business

  • Lingue: English

FAQ

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$100

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

$100

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?

Anglican
Baptist
Catholic
Episcopalian
Evangelical
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Presbyterian
Quaker
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

DC
MD
VA

What languages do you speak?

English
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Reviews of I Wed You

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The officiant delivered deeply personal, warm, and often humorous ceremonies, taking time to learn each couple and tailor vows, readings, and blessings. She provided meaningful premarital counseling, blended traditions smoothly, and was professional, organized, and time-conscious. Guests consistently raved about the heartfelt, memorable services.

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The officiant delivered deeply personal, warm, and often humorous ceremonies, taking time to learn each couple and tailor vows, readings, and blessings. She provided meaningful premarital counseling, blended traditions smoothly, and was professional, organized, and time-conscious. Guests consistently raved about the heartfelt, memorable services.

Brysons
Brysons Sent on 08/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Helpful Counseling & Beautiful Ceremony! Made Our Day Unforgettable!

Rev. Keaton was such a blessing throughout our wedding journey! She provided thoughtful and very personal premarital counseling that helped us dig into important topics we might never have considered otherwise, truly preparing us for marriage in the best way possible. When it came to the ceremony, she went above and beyond—coming prepared with a beautiful order that included all the details we hoped for, plus meaningful touches we hadn’t even thought of. The ceremony was absolutely gorgeous, and our family and friends are still raving about how special and heartfelt it was. We love Rev. Keaton and can’t recommend her highly enough to any couple preparing to say “I do”!
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Shawn Sent on 09/14/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Rev Keaton!

Rev. Keaton was worth every penny! We chose not to write our own vows, so she put together vows, blessings, and special readings that were meaningful to me and my wife. All of our wedding guests were raving about how she added in her own unique touch to make our ceremony special! We couldn’t have picked a better person to be our officiant for our special day. If you’re reading this obviously you check reviews first and trust me, she’s the best BOOK HER NOW!!
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Noelle Sent on 08/14/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Simply Amazing!

Our wedding officiant was absolutely amazing! From the very beginning, she took the time to truly get to know my husband and me and understand what we wanted our wedding ceremony to look and feel like. She made us feel heard, comfortable, and confident that our ceremony would be a genuine reflection of who we are as a couple.

What makes her so much more than a wedding officiant is how much she genuinely cares about the foundation of your relationship. She takes the time to make sure you’re not entering marriage for the wrong reasons and encourages you to really think about the commitment you’re making to one another. That level of care and thoughtfulness meant so much to us.

She is open, friendly, lighthearted, and incredibly easy to talk to. She brought such a warm and positive energy to the entire experience, and we are so grateful to have had her be part of such an important moment in our lives. We truly couldn’t recommend her enough!
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Regine Sent on 08/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Very professional

Reverend Keaton is very moderate and time conscious .she is a very nice person
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Lauren Sent on 06/24/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful service from Rev Keaton

I loved Reverend Keaton! She had a wonderful, high-energy spirit and did a great job blending my Buddhist upbringing with my husband's Catholic background and weaving in stories of how we met. Our ceremony was touching, funny and high energy and it was a quick and easy process. I was not sure how a service from an officiant we didn't know before our wedding would be, but it turned out beautifully.
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Ps Sent on 09/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A ceremony to remember

Rev.Keaton is simply wonderful. She makes you feel so comfortable. She is genuine and really goes
Out of her way to make the Day so special . Our day was so memorable and she was so professional and easy to work with. All of our guests were raving about her. She is the best I highly recommend Rev Keaton
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Jeffrey Sent on 11/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our Wedding

The Reverend was everything you needed in an officiant. She was professional, organized and efficient. The ceremony was beautiful. She incorporated the information from the questionnaire into the service.
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Mylene Sent on 10/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

I will happily refer you to anyone looking for a meaningful and heartfelt ceremony



Heartfelt Thanks for Our Wedding Ceremony
Dear Rev. Keaton
wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for the beautiful ceremony you officiated at our wedding. Your kindness, patience, and genuine joy were evident from the moment we arrived
Tanwalton
Olga Sent on 10/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

We knew we wanted Rev.Keaton to officiate our wedding since our first interaction with her at someone else’s wedding - 8 years ago!


We were beyond blessed to have Pastor Keaton officiate our wedding. What amazed us, and many of our guests, was how it felt as though she had known us for years, even though we had only spoken through a few emails and brief conversations. She took the time to thoughtfully ask us meaningful questions about our relationship and personalities, and the care she put into crafting the ceremony was evident.

Her words were personal, heartfelt, and at times, even funny—perfectly capturing our story and the love we share. It felt like she truly understood us, and many of our guests assumed we had known her for a long time, though we were only just beginning to know each other. Her warmth, wisdom, and sense of humor made our day even more special. We are so grateful for her care and dedication in making our ceremony a true reflection of who we are as a couple. And we were honored to have our union blessed by her!
Monique
Monique Sent on 09/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Choice


We recently had the pleasure of having Rev Deborah Keaton as our wedding officiant, and we couldn't be happier with our choice. From start to finish, she was exactly what we needed. She was incredibly easy to work with, making the entire process simple and stress-free for us. She is not only a consummate professional but also a genuinely great person. Her warmth and charisma shone through during our ceremony, which was perfect in every way. We couldn't have asked for more or less; it was just right. Her ability to connect with us and make the ceremony so special was truly remarkable. If you are looking for an officiant who will make your wedding day unforgettable, look no further than Rev Keaton. She truly was amazing 🤗
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