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Little Chapel of Love is an elegant boutique Wedding Chapel located in the picturesque Porte Noire Gardens of Franklinton, NC. Formerly based in Newark, NJ, the Chapel is still run by owners, and ordained ministers Lance and Shinell Smith, a dedicated husband-and-wife team who specialize in elopements, traditional wedding ceremonies, and vow renewals. With a commitment to creating a uniquely intimate setting, Little Chapel of Love is the perfect place to make your big dreams come true, accommodating up to 50 guests.

Lance and Shinell have performed ceremonies for hundreds of couples since opening Little Chapel of Love in 2016. They offer customized wedding packages tailored to your individual needs and desires. Their basic package includes the Chapel, an officiant, scripted vows, music, signing and mailing of the marriage certificate, and 2 digital photos as a courtesy. This package is perfect for an intimate ceremony with the couple and two guests. In addition to this,
Little Chapel of Love also offers a range of other services, including ceremony rehearsals, premarital discussions, preparation of the wedding flow script, and customized vows.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the typical price for your wedding services?

$400

Which of the following are included in the price?

Premarital Counseling

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$150

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$125

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
Civil Union

What services do you provide?

Premarital Counseling

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Baptist
Buddhist
Catholic
Earth-Based
Episcopalian
Evangelical
Hindu
Islam
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
Mormon
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Presbyterian
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

NJ

What languages do you speak?

English
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Reviews of Little Chapel of Love

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The Little Chapel of Love is highly recommended by reviewers for its exceptional service and professionalism. The owners, Shinell and Lance, are praised for their commitment to perfection and the guidance they provide throughout the wedding process. The venue is described as beautiful and intimate, making it a great choice for small, intimate ceremonies. Reviewers appreciated the personalized and elegant experience they had at The Little Chapel of Love.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

The Little Chapel of Love is highly recommended by reviewers for its exceptional service and professionalism. The owners, Shinell and Lance, are praised for their commitment to perfection and the guidance they provide throughout the wedding process. The venue is described as beautiful and intimate, making it a great choice for small, intimate ceremonies. Reviewers appreciated the personalized and elegant experience they had at The Little Chapel of Love.

Mrs. Zulay Knight
Mrs Z. Sent on 12/26/2023
5 out of 5 rating

absolute perfection

Shinell & Lance are sweet and they aim and commit towards perfection- they married us in their chapel during covid and they also completed our vow renewal 18 months after. It was pure perfection, the professionalism was a TEN and the assistance and guidance provided was also a TEN! Thanks to the Little Chapel of Love- we appreciate the PERFECT service twice!
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Monique F. Sent on 04/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Tailor made Special ❤

We were so Blessed to have found TLCOL! We wanted a personalized ceremony without the hefty cost. Lance and Shinell Exceeded our expectations. The space is absolutely Gorgeous and Charming. The entire experience was so lovely. They really are a Beautiful down to Earth Couple. Extremely Humble and Personable. The value is Amazing and there's even private parking. TLCOL is a Gem and so are the owners Shinell and Lance. Please don't hesitate to have your special day at TLCOL. Thanks a Million ❤
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Dahlia Sent on 04/07/2022
5 out of 5 rating

amazing!!!!

Since the day I contacted them I was never disappointed. You guys are truly exceptional. Service was on pint from beginning to end. I was late for my wedding and they never once made me feel any less. The rearranged their schedule to ensure I had an amazing ceremony. Thank you so much guys
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