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My West Michigan Wedding is a wedding officiation service for couples marrying in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area. Pastor Tom F. Hamel marries couples in the greater Grand Rapids area and lakeshore communities from St. Joseph to Ludington. This officiant is experienced, professional, and honors a couple in the ways they best see fit on their wedding day.

Experience

Tom has performed more than 1,300 weddings since 2005. He knows the ins and outs of a wedding ceremony and helps couples with the understanding that — more often than not — this is all new to them. Through My West Michigan Wedding, he instills confidence in the soon-to-be-newlyweds and keeps the focus on them while celebrating their love.

Services Offered

Ordained and licensed in the state of Michigan as an officiant, Pastor Tom officiates all varieties of weddings. This includes civil unions, vow renewals, rehearsals, and single-religion, interfaith, and non-religious ceremonies. He typically keeps the length of the ceremony under 30 minutes. Couples choosing My West Michigan Wedding will find counseling and assistance with customized vows. This officiant works with agnostic and non-denominational couples, as well as a wide variety of Christian denominations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical price for your wedding services?

$300

Which of the following are included in the price?

Premarital Counseling

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$175

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)?

$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
Anglican
Baptist
Catholic
Episcopalian
Evangelical
Lutheran
Methodist
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Presbyterian
Quaker
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

MI

What languages do you speak?

English
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Reviews of My West Michigan Wedding

4.9 out of 5 rating
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
4.9 out of 5 rating
251 Reviews
99% recommend it
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    4.9 out of 5 rating
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    5 out of 5 rating
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Tom Hamel is highly praised by multiple reviewers as an officiant for weddings, receiving glowing recommendations for his professionalism, kindness, and personalized approach. Reviewers appreciated his calming presence, seamless ceremony planning process, and engaging delivery during the ceremonies. Many guests commented on the personalized and meaningful nature of the ceremonies conducted by Tom, with couples highlighting his ability to tailor the ceremony to their preferences and make the event stress-free and enjoyable. Tom\'s attention to detail, flexibility, and ability to keep guests engaged were highlighted as standout qualities, making him a top choice for officiating weddings.

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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.

Tom Hamel is highly praised by multiple reviewers as an officiant for weddings, receiving glowing recommendations for his professionalism, kindness, and personalized approach. Reviewers appreciated his calming presence, seamless ceremony planning process, and engaging delivery during the ceremonies. Many guests commented on the personalized and meaningful nature of the ceremonies conducted by Tom, with couples highlighting his ability to tailor the ceremony to their preferences and make the event stress-free and enjoyable. Tom\'s attention to detail, flexibility, and ability to keep guests engaged were highlighted as standout qualities, making him a top choice for officiating weddings.

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Joan M. Sent on 05/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Very Best Experience

We were recommended to Tom from a website. He was so great. He has a charming, calming way that immediately puts you at ease. He takes you through every step of personalizing your ceremony. We got married May 5 at a country club with about 50 close friends and family. We wanted a spiritual ceremony not religious and it was perfect. All about love. And all about us. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to Tom for your ceremony. He makes the process so easy. So many people commented to me after the wedding about how good he was. Thank you Tom😊❤️Joanie Dobbie
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Ralea E. Sent on 07/15/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional Officiant Tom Hamel Made Our Wedding Unforgettable!

We had the pleasure of having Tom Hamel as our officiant for our wedding at BayPointe Inn in Shelbyville, MI. Tom was an amazing officiant for our wedding, and we are so grateful for his support and guidance. From answering our emails promptly to ensuring the entire process was stress-free, Tom respected our wishes perfectly for how we wanted the ceremony to run. Many of our guests commented on how well the ceremony was conducted. Tom kept us in the loop every step of the way and coached us through the ceremony flawlessly, allowing us to enjoy the moment without worry. We highly recommend Tom to anyone looking for a top-notch officiant.
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Emma G. Sent on 07/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The absolute best!!!

We had the best experience with Mr. Hamel. He was very professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and kind. We appreciated all the support and guidance throughout the wedding planning process. He took all the stress away . we highly highly highly recommend!!!! We even had guests asking if he was family because of how personalized he made the ceremony.
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