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Reverend Charlene Ray is a wedding officiant located in Langley, Washington who specializes in warm, romantic wedding ceremonies that reflect the unique love between you and your partner. To tell your special love story, Reverend Charlene Ray creates wedding ceremonies that combine both of your beliefs and traditions. Reverend Charlene Ray strives for the sacred and heartfelt wedding ceremony you envision for one of the most important days of your lives.

Experience

In 2014, Rev. Charlene completed the One Spirit Interfaith Seminary program and became an interfaith minister. She enjoys helping her couples express their love and devotion in front of the people that mean the most to them. Reverend Charlene Ray officiates weddings in and around Seattle, Everett, and Bellevue.

Services Offered

Reverend Charlene Ray encourages you to incorporate poems, blessings, prayers, rituals, and anything else into your wedding that is special to you and your partner. She offers custom vows for religious, non-religious, and interfaith wedding ceremonies as well as for civil unions and vow renewals. To ensure your wedding ceremony goes smoothly, Rev. Charlene Ray offers to be present at your rehearsal. The religious ceremonies Reverend Charlene Ray will preside over include:

  • Hindu
  • Jewish
  • Methodist
  • Pagan
  • Quaker
  • Taoist
  • Islam
  • Lutheran
  • Non-denominational
  • Presbyterian
  • Shinto
  • Unitarian
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$175

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

$140

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
Buddhist
Earth-Based
Episcopalian
Hindu
Islam
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
No Denomination
Pagan
Presbyterian
Quaker
Shinto
Taoist
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.
30-60 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

OH
WA

What languages do you speak?

English

Reviews of Wisdom Rites

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Molly Sent on 08/21/2024
5 out of 5 rating

5 stars! We could not recommend Charlene more!

We knew that Charlene was the right fit for us the first time we spoke to her. She was down-to-earth, calming, and kind. The day of, she brought warmth and love. She guided two very nervous and overwhelmed individuals through the most beautiful ceremony with kindness. There wasn't a dry eye in the house!
I cannot put into words how much we appreciate her, not only for her contribution to our wedding day, but for also writing the ceremony and helping us to plan.
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Angelina Sent on 09/19/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Charlene really made your day perfect. We knew her from school so we already knew it had to be her. Very responsive to messages and made us feel so comfortable. Thank you Charlene ♥️
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Dustin Sent on 09/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Charlene was absolutely amazing. In all stages leading to our special day she was beyond helpful and put the time/effort in make us feel special. The ceremony she wrote was incredible and her delivery was on point. To top it off Charlene was an absolute trooper when we made her wait around in the rain for an hour while we took photos.
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Sam Sent on 04/06/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We feel so lucky to have had the opportunity to work with Charlene for our wedding. We had thought a lot about the meaning we wanted to convey in our ceremony, but were not sure how to make it work in the context of a wedding ceremony. Charlene was invaluable in using her experience to turn our ideas into something that captured our intentions perfectly and was incredibly personal and beautiful. We were told by multiple guests that what we created with Charlene’s help was the most meaningful ceremony that they had ever attended. Her presence throughout the process, and especially on the day of the wedding, was loving and confident. This inspired confidence in all who were a part of the ceremony and kept a calm energy throughout the process. Looking back at our wedding, we could not imagine a ceremony more perfect that what we created with Charlene. Her presence and experience allowed us to dream, hone our intentions, and bring ourselves wholly to our ceremony.

Samantha and Alex
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B Sent on 04/04/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Charlene is amazing. She made our ceremony so personal and special. I’m so grateful I was able to have her officiate.
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Stacy Sent on 04/04/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Our experience with Charlene as our officiant for our wedding ceremony was heartfelt. She helped us create a ceremony that spoke to who we are and what we intend for our future. We included my son in a unity candle lighting and the pieces that Charlene gave us to choose from, created a day that we will forever remember. She was able to hold space for us, in kindness and clarity. Very grateful that we chose her.
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Georgia Sent on 04/10/2018
4.9 out of 5 rating
Charlene Ray was the perfect officiant for our wedding. She helped us craft a sacred, intimate ceremony with all of the elements that we wanted, even though we didn't know what we wanted to begin with. In leading the ceremony, she was inspirational and graceful. I can't imagine our magical day without her!
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Skylar Sent on 04/10/2018
4.7 out of 5 rating
Charlene is great! We couldn't think of a better person to officiate our wedding, and while some of that comes from our personal connection with her, I would recommend her with flying colors for anyone looking for a meaningful ceremony. I would especially recommend her for: nature-based, Interfaith or Shamanic rituals, LGBTQ ceremonies, and those who love poetry! She did a wonderful job building our ceremonies with us, and held space for our ritual with grace and groundedness.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Quinn Fitzpatrick Quinn Fitzpatrick Wedding Musicians

Rev. Charlene Ray is a master at holding space, creating ritual and weaving together just the right details to convey the beautiful story and poetry of a couple’s coming together. She is one of the absolute BEST officiants in the Puget Sound region. She knows how to create a flow and work with all the moving parts to make the ceremony come together seamlessly. If you want a professional who will create the perfect unique ceremony honoring your commitment, Charlene is the officiant for you.

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