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Pastor Rich
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About this vendor
Pastor Rich is a bilingual wedding Officiant located in Park Ridge, Illinois, serving the entire Midwest region. He is committed to serving all couples and families without discrimination, and he is fun, calm, and super-dependable. Rich believes it is "your Wedding," so he wants the ceremony to be about you and your style.
Spanish and English
As one of Weddingwire's first Officiants, Pastor Rich is grateful for the privilege of teaming up with hundreds of Couples to create fun and meaningful wedding celebrations. He is appointed as a Liturgy and Worship Consultant in the Northern Illinois Conference of the United Methodist Church and also leads Assemblies and In-Services in Catholic and Public schools during the week. He received his undergraduate degree from Northwestern University and later obtained his Master's of Divinity degree from Trinity Divinity School.
Services Offered
Pastor Rich offers planning, rehearsals, and Ceremonies, with email support during the entire planning process. As an Elder (like a tenured Priest), he is fully licensed and will create custom ceremony elements with each couple. He is thankful for a wide variety of friendships, including persons who are religious, non-religious, multi-cultural, LGBTQI, multi-generational, and of various abilities, while collaborating on weddings with Rabbis, Pastors, Muslim and Hindu Priests along the way. Pastor Rich believes in marriage equality and has a non-discrimination policy on all levels.
Packages:
Premium Service: Planning Meeting (in person or virtual), Rehearsal, unlimited e-consultation, and your Wedding!
Mid-Range: Rehearsal and your Wedding, Planning Meeting, and your Wedding.
Basic: Wedding only, with your do-it-yourself preparation and some guidance from Pastor Rich.
If your wedding is 90 minutes or more from Park Ridge and you'd like an overnight rehearsal, Pastor Rich asks that you please consider offering some basic motel accommodations.
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Reviews of Pastor Rich
Review summary
Pastor Rich is highly praised by couples for delivering authentic, personalized, and bilingual ceremonies. He is described as kind-hearted, patient, and attentive, crafting ceremonies that encapsulate the couple's love stories. He incorporates personal details, offers great advice, and adds humor and heartwarming elements to the ceremony, leaving guests impressed and couples grateful for his services. Pastor Rich is commended for his professionalism, sincerity, and the special touch he brings to wedding ceremonies, making the day memorable and special for all involved.
Pastor Rich is the REAL DEAL!
So special
The Cison’s!
Thank you so much for our special day. It absolutely would not have been the same without you. Perfect mixture of catholic and modern 😉
We were so worried we’d lose the church feel, deciding to do the ceremony at the venue, but we were beyond happy! Thank you! All because of you :)
God Bless,
Mr. & Mrs. Cison
Groom and Bride
Quick to respond. Professional. Informative.
Laid back and easy going style.
Thank you Pastor Rich Rubietta, you helped make our day delightful and memorable.
If you're looking for a great ceremony that really showcases you as a couple, Pastor Rich is your guy!
Best officiant!
Beyond our expectations
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Absolute pleasure to work with!
Pastor Rich has a passion for joining couples in love and will bring warmth and unique style to your special day.
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