Rev. Joseph Schmidt Ministries

Reverend Joe Schmidt was an absolutely wonderful officiant for our wedding. He was always quick to respond to any questions we had, and his organization made the entire process so smooth and stress-free. Rev. Joe provided sample ceremony drafts from past weddings, which helped us shape our own ceremony into something personal and meaningful.

On the day of the wedding, he timed everything perfectly and delivered the ceremony with warmth, professionalism, and the perfect tone. He even made sure to mail our marriage certificate promptly so we could simply enjoy the rest of our celebration without worry.

We are so grateful to have had Rev. Joe as our officiant. Highly, highly recommend!

We used Rev Joe as our officiant for our intimate wedding ceremony. We loved him from the onset because he was so knowledge about the administrative side of the process and able to help guide us through the when and what to ensure we had everything for our wedding day. He has a ton of expertise, from sending us examples from past ceremonies to adding in custom elements specific to our event. The day of the event I was probably most impressed with Rev Joe. We wanted our five year old to be part of the event, Rev Joe went above and beyond to find ways to include him on the fly, he was great about being flexible and knowing where our five year old could get involved beyond the areas we had previously planned on, his ability to know just want the situation called for makes him a true professional.

Rev. Joe Schmidt was great to work with and put together a beautiful ceremony for our wedding. He answered all my questions in a timely manner and set up Zoom calls whenever I wanted to discuss things in more detail. Thank you Reverend Joe!

Reverend Joe was the perfect fit for our wedding, he was responsive, answered any questions we had, and was so friendly. We had the perfect ceremony thanks to him, it was personalized to us and that’s because of the care he took to work with us on it! Absolutely 10/10

From the moment we met Rev. Joseph Schmidt, we knew he was the perfect officiant for us. He brought such calm, kindness, and genuine warmth into every interaction, and he made us feel supported and at ease throughout the entire process.

On August 23, 2025, at Grand Oaks Country Club in Staten Island, Rev. Joe delivered a ceremony that was nothing short of extraordinary. Every word felt intentional and personal, as if he had known us for years. He captured our love story in such a beautiful and heartfelt way, weaving together meaning, joy, and a touch of humor that had our family and friends completely captivated.

What stood out most was the way he made the moment feel both sacred and relaxed. His timing was impeccable, his presence was reassuring, and his energy set the perfect tone for the start of our marriage. We heard from countless guests afterward who said it was one of the most touching ceremonies they had ever attended.

Rev. Joe took care of every detail seamlessly, which allowed us to be fully present in the moment. We will forever cherish the way he guided us through the most important part of our wedding day with such grace and sincerity.

We are endlessly grateful to Rev. Schmidt for giving us a ceremony that was not only flawless, but also deeply personal and unforgettable. We wholeheartedly recommend him to any couple searching for an officiant who will pour his heart into making their day truly meaningful.

With love and gratitude,
Nicole & Jonathan

Joe was the best! The ceremony was light, fun and moving! It was beautiful and Joe was perfect and professional! Highly recommend!

My husband and I were notified on short notice that our officiant wouldn’t be able to attend our wedding. I went into panic mode—just two weeks before the big day—trying to find someone to step in. A friend recommended Rev. Joe, and he responded immediately. From start to finish, the process was incredibly easy and stress-free. Everything truly worked out the way it was meant to, because having Rev. Joe officiate our wedding was an absolute blessing. We couldn’t have been happier. We highly recommend him—he’s the best!

Joe made our ceremony absolutely beautiful - everyone loved it & our guests cannot stop talking about it! From first contact through the end of our wedding day, he remained extremely communicative, diligent, & truly made us feel prioritized & valued. Joe is professional yet personal at the same time - making the ceremony planning process fun & completely stress free. We knew from day one we were in good hands with him & he did not disappoint! His timing was impeccable, his instruction & communication was simple/to the point, his flexibility with us was incredible, & his desire to ensure the ceremony was exactly what we wanted was obvious & deeply appreciated. I already have some guests asking for his information for their own upcoming weddings & I have been more than happy to provide! I would recommend Joe to anyone looking for a dreamy, classy, & graceful ceremony! He is truly the best (:

Our experience with Rev. Joseph Schmidt Ministries was absolutely fantastic from start to finish! Rev. Joe was an incredibly vital part of making our wedding day so special and memorable. From our very first consultation, he was warm, professional, and genuinely invested in understanding our vision for the ceremony. We especially appreciated his flexibility and willingness to incorporate unique elements that were important to us. On the wedding day, Rev. Joe arrived early, put everyone at ease, and conducted the ceremony with a beautiful blend of sincerity, humor, and grace. Many of our guests commented on how heartfelt and engaging the ceremony was, and how perfectly it captured our personalities. He made the entire process stress-free, even handling the marriage license paperwork with ease, which was a huge relief.

We truly couldn't have asked for a better officiant. Rev. Joe is not only a seasoned professional but also a kind and thoughtful individual who genuinely cares about the couples he works with. We wholeheartedly recommend Rev. Joseph Schmidt Ministries to anyone looking for an officiant who will make their wedding ceremony meaningful, personal, and absolutely perfect.

My husband and I were so pleased with Reverend Joe. He was exactly who we were looking for to officiate our wedding. He was so kind, professional, thorough, always responsive, and he arrived very early to the venue. His sermon at our wedding was absolutely beautiful. He made our perfect day even better. Thank you so much, Reverend Joe, for marrying us! We loved you and all of our guests loved you as well. ❤️