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About

Lightman Ministries is a wedding-officiant company located in San Clemente, California. Jay Baird is an ordained minister who facilitates unique and meaningful ceremonies that honestly reflect the love stories of each couple he collaborates with. This non-denominational officiant strives to create personalized ceremonies that center on each couple’s wishes and beliefs. With over 35 years of experience in public speaking, this confident and skilled professional is at ease in front of both intimate gatherings and large-scale weddings.

Services Offered

Lightman Ministries covers everything from vow renewals and wedding ceremonies to premarital counseling. Couples can connect with Jay in advance of their big day for advice and guidance on the momentous life step that they are embarking on. You can avail of a consultation with Jay to devise customized vows and plan a sermon that reflects your values and personalities. There are a number of packages to choose from, including a brief marriage license plan, a destination wedding package, and a full-ceremony option.



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Frequently asked questions

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?

$300

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

$50

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
Catholic
Lutheran
No Denomination
Presbyterian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

AL
AK
AZ
AR
CA
CO
CT
DE
DC
FL
GA
HI
ID
IL
IN
IA
KS
KY
LA
ME
MD
MA
MI
MN
MS
MO
MT
NE
NV
NH
NJ
NM
NY
NC
ND
OH
OK
OR
PA
RI
SC
SD
TN
TX
UT
VT
VA
WA
WV
WI
WY

What languages do you speak?

English

Reviews of Lightman Ministries

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Susan Sent on 05/07/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional

Our experience with Jay was fantastic. He is an ultimate professional. He listened to what we had in mind, asked many questions to help create a very personal, touching and dignified ceremony for us. He made the process very easy and enjoyable. We had talked to few other officiant and non would come even close to his level of professionalism and care. We would highly recommend Jay Bird without any reservation.

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Frank Sent on 11/05/2020
5 out of 5 rating

5 / 5 would recommend!

I was very happy with Jay Baird's service at my wedding ceremony and would definitely recommend him to others. Jay was very helpful throughout our entire process in preparing for the ceremony and gave us guidance in areas we were not sure of. He was also very flexible in meeting our needs especially in the difficult times of the covid-19 pandemic
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Steven Sent on 10/28/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Wedding

Jay was absolutely the best. He worked with my fiance and I for weeks getting every detail perfect. I was really vague about what I wanted and a little unsure, but he helped me through every step and the final ceremony was better than I imagined. My wife and I can't recommend Jay enough!
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Awards

11
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner

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