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Rent A Preacher
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Rent A Preacher
Rent A Preacher
Julie and Justin
Julie and Justin
Rent A Preacher
Rent A Preacher
Rent A Preacher
Rent A Preacher
Rent A Preacher
Rent A Preacher
Ann Daniel
Ann Daniel
Rent A Preacher
Rent A Preacher
Medieval wedding
Medieval wedding

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Wedding? Commitment ceremony? Renewing your vows? Hand-fasting? Spiritual joining? Elopement? Need a minister without a church affiliation? Theme wedding: Scottish, Irish? (I own my own formal Scottish kilt, jacket, etc.)
Additional services: Baptisms, christenings, naming ceremonies, and funerals.

I can help you create that meaningful ceremony that expresses who you are as a couple and as individuals, I am very tolerant of all religious and spiritual beliefs and therefore can create a memorable ceremony that reflects your personal religious choices, beliefs and values.

Personalized ceremonies are my specialty; however standard marriage services are available as well. Either quick and simple or embellished with traditions and pomp and circumstance, you end up with a 'ceremony done your way.'

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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?

Yes

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$50

What is the starting price for pre-marital counseling (per session)?

$20

What types of weddings and events do you provide services for?

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal
Civil Union

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Anglican
Baptist
Catholic
Episcopalian
Evangelical
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
Mormon
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Pagan
Presbyterian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

30-60 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

IL
WI

What languages do you speak?

English

Reviews of Rent A Preacher

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Becca Sent on 10/09/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Bride and Groom

Russ listened to what we wanted and nailed it. It was the perfect ceremony we could have ever asked for.
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Dustin Sent on 09/17/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Just amazing

He did an amazing job. His delivery was top notch. The ceremony he put together for us was amazing he took time to get to know us as a couple and customize his service to that. Would highly recommend.
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Kelsey Sent on 09/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

A wonderful Ceremony!

Rev Russ was great to work with! On rehearsal night, I was running around like crazy to get decor set up on a hot day. He could tell I was overwhelmed and hot, he gave me a water and made sure I drank it to keep hydrated!! Our ceremony was beautiful and he is such a great speaker. He even added in some ideas that I had sent him! I highly recommend!!
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Kathy Sent on 02/22/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Just what we wanted!

Reverend Russ was great and very responsive to my numerous emails! He spent time getting to know us and tailored our ceremony to our personalities. Very prompt and professional…highly recommend!
Andrew
Andrew Sent on 10/09/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Simply Fantastic

Rev Russell did a fantastic ceremony. He is professional and has a boat load of experience. He is also very tall. My wife and I where thrilled to have him as our officiant.
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Katarina Sent on 07/04/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Thanks you! Cool, open minded and fun!

Russ made our ceremony easy, enjoyable and fun. Seemed like an old friend came over and got us married in a blink of an eye.
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Bill
Bill Sent on 11/19/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic time

Because neither of us wanted a traditional church wedding, we choose to have a small ceremony with close family only. Russ walked us through the ceremony ahead of time, let us make changes without question and made this "our" wedding. Being a second marriage for both of us, and being in our late 60's, we really appreciated being able to personalize the ceremony to us. Thanks for making our day so special Russ.
Alyson
Alyson Sent on 09/21/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Russ is awesome!

Rev Russ did everything that we asked & more. He was very understanding when we had to make changes because of the pandemic. He did an absolute amazing job at our wedding. All of our guests even complimented him!
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Molly Sent on 08/12/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Exactly what we wanted for the ceremony!

Russ did a great job with our ceremony. He met with us to learn more about us, and I very much wanted a light-hearted but not joking tone to the ceremony and he met our expectations spot on. I felt like he made the ceremony warm and personal. He also worked with us changing dates and times due to covid. We met with a couple officiants but immediately knew Russ was personable while still being able to command a crowd. Highly recommend!
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Samantha
Samantha Sent on 02/24/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful & professional

We had never met with Reverend Russ before our rehearsal, except for a short interview on the phone. His non denominational service was so amazingly personal, no one knew we had no prior relationship.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner

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Professional Network & Endorsements

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Fantasy Flowers Fantasy Flowers Wedding Florists

Rev Russ writes a personalized ceremony. He cares about making your ceremony what you have dreamed about. His attention to details and his caring nature is what sets him apart.

The Music Master The Music Master Wedding DJs

I like the personal attention Russell gives his clients. He cares for what he does and it shows. He balances reverence with personalization and makes a great unique ceremony for his clients.

Sweet Sounds of Music Sweet Sounds of Music Wedding DJs

Rent A Preacher is easy to work with and totally customizes his services to meet a couples needs. You will be very satisfied in working with him.

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