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Love the One You’re With is a wedding officiant service based out of Houston, Texas. Love the One You’re With is owned and operated by native Houstonian Charles Jackson. Charles can help you celebrate your dream wedding ceremony, whether you desire something intimate and traditional, or something unique and lavish. Charles loves being a part of a couple’s special day, and he is committed to listening to a couple's desires and realizing them. He is open to couples from all walks of life and understands that every couple is wonderfully unique.

Services Offered
Love the One You're With has experience planning non-religious weddings, interfaith weddings, vow renewals, civil unions, and single religion ceremonies. Charles specializes in nondenominational wedding ceremonies, and he allows for couples to create their own vows. He is able to travel throughout Texas to provide officiant services for your ceremony. Wedding cermonies also offered in Spanish.

  • Black-owned
  • Asian-owned
  • Hispanic or Latinx-owned
  • LGBTQ+-owned
  • Veteran-owned
  • Woman-owned
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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?

Yes

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$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?

Bilingual

What religious affiliations do you serve?

No Denomination

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.
30-60 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

TX

What languages do you speak?

English
Spanish

Reviews of Love the One You're With

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Reviewers strongly recommend this officiant for weddings, praising professional, organized, and compassionate service. He creates personalized, heartfelt ceremonies with warmth and tasteful humor, handles paperwork and last‑minute needs, and calms couples throughout the process. Guests loved his communication and reliability.

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Reviewers strongly recommend this officiant for weddings, praising professional, organized, and compassionate service. He creates personalized, heartfelt ceremonies with warmth and tasteful humor, handles paperwork and last‑minute needs, and calms couples throughout the process. Guests loved his communication and reliability.

Leen
Leen Sent on 11/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Simply the best officiant!!

Simply amazing! We truly couldn’t have asked for a better officiant. He was incredibly thorough, patient, and attentive throughout the entire process. He made everything so much easier for us and took so much stress off our shoulders. He really took the time to understand what we wanted and made sure everything felt personal and meaningful. Our ceremony was everything we hoped for, and we honestly couldn’t have done it without him. We’re so grateful for all his help and guidance. We couldn’t recommend him enough!
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Nadine Sent on 10/30/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Easiest “Yes” of wedding planning

We cannot recommend Love the One You’re With enough!

From our very first meeting, we felt so welcomed and knew we were in great hands. They genuinely took the time to get to know us as a couple, understand our vision, and learn what was most important to us. Nothing ever felt generic or cookie-cutter. They went above and beyond to customize every detail to ensure our ceremony felt personal, meaningful, and exactly how we envisioned it.

Throughout the entire planning process, they were an absolute pleasure to work with. Communication was incredible! They were always so responsive, quick to answer any questions or address any concerns, and incredibly helpful in guiding us through decisions and details we hadn’t even thought of. Their support extended well beyond just officiating our ceremony, and we truly appreciated having their expertise throughout the planning process.

On our wedding day, they were punctual, organized, and such a calming presence. They helped everything flow seamlessly, made sure everyone knew what to expect, and ensured we all felt prepared and confident going into the ceremony. It made such a difference being able to enjoy the moment without worrying about the little details.

We are so grateful to Love the One You’re With for helping make our wedding day everything we wanted it to be. You can truly tell they care about the couples they work with, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We would recommend them to any couple looking for an officiant who is thoughtful, attentive, professional, and genuinely invested in making your day special!
Windy
Windy Sent on 10/28/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The best day ever!!!

I can’t say enough about our awesome Officiant. He was patient and kind and understanding. Even with our little delay, he let us know it’s our day and there’s no rush. He noticed our nervousness and held our hands with kindness and reassurance that it’s ok to be a little nervous. He truly made us feel like his family throughout the whole process. If you want someone who makes your day all about you and your spouse, I would recommend Mr. Charles . Thanks for making our special day even more memorable. 😊😊
Chi
Chi Sent on 08/16/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent!!!

Super last minute, took care of all the paperwork and performed service well!! Would recommend!!
Chandler
Chandler Sent on 07/28/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing to work with!

We first experienced Charles at a friend’s ceremony and were immediately impressed. When we got engaged, we didn’t hesitate to secure him as our officiant. Working with Charles exceeded our expectations in every way. He was exceptionally thorough during our meetings, clearly communicated what to expect, and brought genuine enthusiasm to every interaction. When we told our wedding coordinator we’d already chosen our officiant, her immediate excitement upon hearing Charles’s name told us everything we needed to know. What truly sets Charles apart is his ability to make you feel valued and heard. It’s clear he takes genuine pride in his work and cares deeply about creating a meaningful ceremony. He was an absolute pleasure to work with, and we’d recommend him without hesitation.
K
Kimberly Sent on 07/23/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommend! Exceptional Service and an Even Better Person!

If I could give more than 5 stars, I absolutely would! From the very beginning, our Mr. Charles Jackson (CJ) went above and beyond anything we expected. He traveled to be a part of our special day, and he wasn’t just there to perform the ceremony. He was there to help with anything we needed. No matter what came up, he was always willing to lend a hand with a smile.

Our ceremony was beautiful, heartfelt, and exactly what we envisioned. His professionalism, kindness, and calming presence made such a difference on one of the biggest days of our lives.

By the end of the experience, we didn’t just feel like we had hired an officiant. We felt like we had gained a genuine friend. That says a lot about the kind of person he is.

We are beyond grateful for everything he did and would recommend him without hesitation to anyone looking for someone who truly cares about making your wedding day perfect. Thank you for being such an important part of our forever!
Tajohnso8
Tajohnso8 Sent on 07/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Five Stars Across The Board

Worth the impeccable professionalism.
You have options to pick form and are competitive pricing.
And what about their professionalism and attitude? • Professional, courteous, and respectful at all times.
• Friendly, warm, and easy to work with.
• Organized and well-prepared from start to finish.
• Punctual, reliable, and dependable.
• Calm, confident, and reassuring under pressure.
• Excellent communicator who kept us informed throughout the process.
• Attentive to our needs and genuinely listened to our preferences.
• Patient and accommodating, making us feel comfortable every step of the way.
• Positive, enthusiastic, and passionate about their work.
• Kind, compassionate, and sincere in every interaction.
• Flexible and willing to adapt to our requests.
• Detail-oriented, ensuring everything went smoothly.
• Made us feel valued, supported, and stress-free.
• Went above and beyond to make our special day memorable.
• Created a welcoming and joyful atmosphere that put everyone at ease. We had an amazing experience with our marriage officiant Mr. Charles Jackson. From our first conversation through the wedding ceremony, he’s professional, organized, genuinely caring and time constructed. He took the time to get to know us and created a ceremony that felt personal, meaningful, and perfectly reflected our relationship detailly express that to family and guests.
On the wedding day of 98-to-100-degree heat outside, we all stood together, he helped everyone feel at ease and delivered the ceremony with warmth, confidence, and sincerity. Mr. Jackson reminded everyone how valuable life is and how important family is as we paid homage to those no longer with us mother and father. We received so many compliments from our guests about how beautiful and heartfelt the ceremony was.
We are incredibly grateful for his guidance and support throughout the process. If you're looking for a marriage officiant who is kind, reliable, and dedicated to making your special day unforgettable, we highly recommend them!


Ilana
Ilana Sent on 07/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The West Side Love Story

As the bride’s sister, I had the opportunity to see firsthand how amazing Charles Jackson was throughout the entire wedding process. From the moment we asked him to officiate, he was fully invested. He scheduled an initial call with the couple, walked them through what to expect, and shared thoughtful details that made the planning process so much easier.
On the wedding day, Charles was professional, engaging, and genuine. He kept the guests involved while making the ceremony feel incredibly intimate between my sister and her husband, even with a large crowd. He was also very mindful of the photographers and videographers, ensuring those once-in-a-lifetime moments were beautifully captured.
Charles didn’t just officiate a ceremony—he created an unforgettable experience. Our family is so grateful for the care, passion, and excellence he brought to such a special day. I would highly recommend him to any couple looking for an exceptional officiant.
Latashia
Latashia Sent on 06/30/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The very Best!!

We highly recommend our officiant! He was incredibly helpful throughout the entire planning process and made our ceremony the perfect mix of heartfelt and fun. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how engaging, versatile, and professional he was. He truly helped make our wedding day unforgettable. Thank you for everything!
Dave
Dave Sent on 05/26/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Dave&Mirny’s Wedding

We could not have asked for a better person to officiate one of the most important days of our lives. By the end of it all, CJ didn’t just feel like our pastor — he became family. We are beyond grateful for him and would recommend him wholeheartedly to anyone looking for someone truly exceptional. An amazing man who took the time to do it right!
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