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Joshua Maples Professional Wedding Officiant

English
Ceremony Rehearsal
Interfaith
Civil Union
Wyatt
Kathryn
Jessica
Alexandra
Heather

Recommended by 98% of couples

About this vendor

Joshua Maples Professional Wedding Officiant offers services in the Tri-Cities of Tennessee but travels up to about an 50-mile radius. "EMAIL or text for availability and prices.

My name is Joshua Maples and I am an official court-appointed ordained and civil marriage commissioner serving Northeast Tennessee, Southwest Virginia and Western North Carolina. I specialize in officiating secular and non secular elopements & small intimate wedding ceremonies as well as large elopements and cow renewals. I can even perform a wedding on the same day you get your license!

I can walk you through the marriage process, from where to go to get a license, to what type of vows you would like to use. I view my role as making everyone feel comfortable and welcome; you will not have to worry about a thing when it comes to my part.

There are many beautiful outdoor locations in this area that are great for weddings. I can help you find just the right spot.

CALL or TEXT and I can help you get married quickly and easily.

LGBTQ+ friendly

I provide a heartfelt ceremony meanwhile including a little humor that will touch the hearts of yourselves, friends, and your family. I expect a few laughs because this is a time to celebrate. I am a professional and am passionate about celebrating love and the union of two souls, but also blending families together. I love to create a light, vibrant atmosphere and put my heart and soul into every ceremony I write for. Whether you envision a large-scale gathering or an intimate elopement, I will offer a unique and personalized experience and ceremony script and help make your big day unforgettable.

Services Offered

I begin by sending you a list of questions to create a personalized ceremony script. I collaborate with you and your partner while exchanging ideas until we agree create the perfect script. I officiate a variety of wedding types, write vows, both religious, non-religious, or interfaith. You will also have the option to include your own vows to add an extra special touch to the service. I coordinate with your other vendors to ensure the day runs as smoothly as possible.

Features

Just me

Experience

  • 23 years in business

  • We speak English

Links

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FAQ

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

Ceremony Rehearsal

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)?

$1

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

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal
Civil Union

What services do you provide?

Premarital Counseling

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Baptist
Earth-Based
Evangelical
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

FL
NC
TN
VA

What languages do you speak?

English

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Reviews of Joshua Maples Professional Wedding Officiant

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Couples praise the officiant for creating deeply personal, emotional ceremonies, being highly responsive and professional, and accommodating last‑minute changes. He coordinated smoothly with vendors, helped with paperwork and even took candid photos. Reviewers highly recommend him and the venue’s decor and staff.

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Couples praise the officiant for creating deeply personal, emotional ceremonies, being highly responsive and professional, and accommodating last‑minute changes. He coordinated smoothly with vendors, helped with paperwork and even took candid photos. Reviewers highly recommend him and the venue’s decor and staff.

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Brett Sent on 12/18/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent!!

Mr. Maples was extremely professional and was able to work with my schedule. 10/10 would highly recommend!!
Wyatt
Wyatt Sent on 12/18/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic experience!!

He was extremely friendly and very approachable. We were easily able to get into contact with him. He made the whole process easy and we felt informed throughout the entire process. Wouldn’t have wanted it to happen any other way. Highly recommend.
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Valerie Sent on 12/18/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Joyful!!!!

Joshua has such a joyful presence and he truly made our wedding day so special! We had made a quick decision for a Friday of that week and he made it all happen immediately! We will always have the most wonderful memories of him and our wedding day!
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Becky Sent on 12/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A must have

We are forever grateful for Josh and the beautiful ceremony he led for us. He made us feel seen, supported, and surrounded by God’s love. Our day wouldn’t have been the same without him.
C
Chloe Sent on 07/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Elopement wedding

Joshua was great! We would highly recommend him as an officiant. He was easy to work with and made the whole process smooth!
Kathryn
Kathryn Sent on 06/23/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Great Officiant

Joshua is not only a great Officiant, but he also goes over and above by taking fun, candid photos and videos of the bride and groom before the ceremony. This gives them a different view from the eyes of someone besides just the photographer. What a great addition to what most Officiants offer.
Jessica
Jessica Sent on 04/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Great communication, humorous, punctual, and empathetic!

Minister Joshua was excellent! My parents found him online after realizing they wanted someone to take professional pictures for my wedding. We only had a little over a month to plan everything but that was ok because Joshua had everything under control. We could email or call with any concerns or questions we had and he always had a prompt response. The fact that he filed the marriage license for us is a godsend because we came from out of state for a family vacation and all govt offices were closed until the day we left. He even sent me the link to fill out for our marriage application! The ceremony was more beautiful than I could've hoped for because I was just thinking of something simple. Bottom line is, Joshua is the best of the best so book him quick before your date is gone! You won't be disappointed, I promise!
3-26-2024
Jessica & Andrew
B
Brad Sent on 04/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding at home

Josh was great! Very responsive and prepared. Integrated our thoughts and feelings for each other by sending out questionnaire to get to know us. Very personable and truly felt he enjoys what he does. Would definitely recommend him for any of your wedding needs.
Alexandra
Alexandra Sent on 02/23/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Thoughtful and accommodating

Josh made our elopement so special. He crafted a personalized ceremony that was so touching, it brought us both to tears. His kindness, thoughtfulness, and consistently positive attitude made the entire experience even more memorable. He was incredibly accommodating and took so much stress off of us during the process. He made us laugh until our sides hurt. We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant and highly recommend him to anyone looking for someone who truly cares about making their day perfect!
Heather
Heather Sent on 02/17/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Pick Joshua to be your officiant.

Josh was super helpful, thoughtful, and knowledgeable. What he wrote touched our hearts in a way we didn’t think would be possible. He put in so much thought, effort, and time into everything. We appreciate his dedication to making sure everything is perfect. Choose Josh to be your officiant. You won’t regret it!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2026 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
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