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Massachusetts Justice of the Peace Stoddard H. Melhado is a wedding officiant based in Littleton, Massachusetts. Stoddard H. Melhado specializes in personalized wedding ceremonies tailored to the couple’s needs. For the ten years that Stoddard has officiated weddings throughout Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire, he has crafted beautiful, meaningful, and personal ceremonies that reflect the couple’s values and personalities. From intimate gatherings to large celebrations, he works with weddings of all sizes and helps couples make their vision a reality. Stoddard is a member of The Massachusetts Justices of the Peace Association, The Justices of the Peace of The U.S., and The American Council of Wedding Officiants.


Services Offered

Massachusetts Justice of the Peace Stoddard H. Melhado offers counseling services, as well as customized vows for each couple. He officiates several types of wedding ceremonies, including interfaith, non-religious, and vow renewal. Stoddard can officiant ceremonies for the following religions, among others:

  • Agnostic
  • Anglican
  • Baptist
  • Buddhist
  • Earth-based
  • Episcopalian
  • Evangelical
  • Jewish

What You'll Love About Massachusetts Justice of the Peace Stoddard H. Melhado

With over 500 amazing reviews left by couples, his passion and professionalism are among many of the positive attributes that have been highlighted. He provides couples with the information and guidance to personalize their ceremony, creating a beautiful day to be cherished forever.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Ceremony Rehearsal
Premarital Counseling

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)?

$50

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?

Agnostic
Anglican
Baptist
Buddhist
Earth-Based
Episcopalian
Evangelical
Jewish
Methodist
No Denomination
Pagan
Presbyterian
Quaker
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

MA

What languages do you speak?

English

Reviews of Massachusetts Justice of the Peace Stoddard H. Melhado

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Stoddard received glowing reviews for officiating weddings, with multiple reviewers praising his exceptional communication, attentiveness, personalization, and ability to create moving and memorable ceremonies. Couples appreciated his flexibility in incorporating their stories into the ceremony, while guests were impressed by the heartfelt and engaging nature of the ceremonies. Stoddard's professionalism, affordability, and caring demeanor were consistently highlighted, making him a highly recommended officiant for creating special and unique wedding experiences.

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Stoddard received glowing reviews for officiating weddings, with multiple reviewers praising his exceptional communication, attentiveness, personalization, and ability to create moving and memorable ceremonies. Couples appreciated his flexibility in incorporating their stories into the ceremony, while guests were impressed by the heartfelt and engaging nature of the ceremonies. Stoddard's professionalism, affordability, and caring demeanor were consistently highlighted, making him a highly recommended officiant for creating special and unique wedding experiences.

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Susan Sent on 10/23/2022
5 out of 5 rating

A totally personalized experience leading to a memorable ceremony!

We envisioned a unique and personalized ceremony that we would cherish forever; Stoddard made that happen beyond our expectations! From our first meeting, welcoming us into his home along with his lovely wife and well behaved rescued greyhounds, to the moment of our ceremony, Stoddard evoked a sense of calmness and trust within us. He made an overwhelming process become a true project of love for us with his experience, offerings, direction, and openness, enveloped by a unique warmth and charm that connects to your soul. He took all of the pressure off of us so that we could be present for each other. Our guests were brought to tears and embraced the true love and joy that we hold between us. Thank you Stoddard for our meaningful and intimate ceremony and for becoming a cherished part of our community!
Diana
Diana Sent on 03/28/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Unforgettable Ceremony: A Perfect Officiant Who Made Our Day Truly Special

We couldn’t be more thrilled with our choice of wedding officiant! From the very first conversation, Stoddard was incredible at communicating with us, making sure every detail was perfect and aligned with our vision for the big day. He took the time to truly understand our love story and captured it so beautifully in the ceremony – it felt so personal and heartfelt, and it really brought everything to life.

The readings selected were profound and meaningful, resonating deeply with us and our guests. He struck the perfect balance in the length of the ceremony, making it both intimate and engaging without feeling rushed or drawn out. One of the highlights of our entire wedding was, without a doubt, the ceremony itself. It was hands-down one of our favorite moments of the day, and many of our guests commented on how moving and special it was as well.

We are so grateful that Stoddard was there to guide us through the ceremony, as it truly wouldn’t have been the same without him. We’ll forever cherish the memories of that moment, and we know our guests will, too. Highly recommend!
Claudia
Claudia Sent on 11/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent JP!

We're so glad Stoddard officiated our wedding! We enjoyed getting to know him at our initial meeting at his home. He immediately made us feel welcome and explained his process to us. When it was time for us to tell him our story, he listened attentively and took notes. From the time of that meeting through to our wedding, Stoddard was always quick to respond to messages, which was much appreciated by a stressed-out bride-to-be. He made the process of crafting our ceremony fun and easy, and the remarks that he put together were both funny and sentimental. The day of our wedding, several guests commented on how much they had liked our ceremony and our choice of JP! Stoddard is a true professional who takes his role seriously, in addition to being an all-around good person. We highly recommend him!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
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Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Bethany & Dan Photography Bethany & Dan Photography Wedding Photographers

We have photographed a few weddings that had Stoddard as their officiant. He is always respectful and makes the ceremony romantic and special for each couple. We love to work with him.

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