My partner and I were a bit apprehensive about hiring someone that we didn't know to play such an intimate role in our wedding. However, after one phone call with Rick Grove, we knew we had lucked out and found the exact right guy! He was warm, funny, reassuring, and immediately gave us both the shared feeling that this was exactly who we wanted to hear from during our most special time. Rick patiently listened to us as individuals, as a couple, and as his clients, and did all he can to accommodate our wishes and personalize our ceremony. He had many beautiful readings and ceremony parts for us to choose from and customize, and provided his own (unjudgmental) guidance to help us choose the perfect ceremony flow. In his individual interviews with us, he asked some open-ended questions and allowed us to truly share what is special about our partner and our relationship, which he tastefully incorporated into his script. Many people told us that the ceremony was beautiful and just the perfect length--we couldn't agree more. Rick Grove feels more like a long-time family friend than a hired officiant, and that just speaks to his absolute perfect fit for this role. He loves what he does, and we loved having him be an integral part of our ceremony. Rick's fees were already quite modest, and were worth every at that. We will be forever grateful for the seamless process and beautiful ceremony that Rick gave to us. You absolutely CANNOT be disappointed here, and we vow to that.

We are so grateful to have had Rick as our wedding officiant. From our first meeting, he made us feel completely at ease and took the time to get to know us and our story. He crafted a ceremony that was deeply personal, heartfelt, and beautifully balanced with just the right touch of humor and warmth. He also reviewed our personal vows ahead of time and gently made sure they felt balanced in tone and length, so neither of us would feel overwhelmed or out of sync. That helped to make us feel much more comfortable sharing our vows at the altar.

Our guests kept telling us how meaningful and moving the ceremony was—it truly set the tone for the rest of the day. Rick is truly a professional. He spoke with such sincerity and grace, and his delivery was beautiful.

We cannot recommend Rick enough to anyone looking for an officiant who truly cares and brings genuine joy to your big day.

We truly can’t say enough wonderful things about Rick. He performed our Vow Renewal ceremony and created an experience that was far beyond anything we could have imagined. It was the most beautiful, heartfelt, and professional ceremony-one that perfectly reflected the love we have for each other.
Every word he spoke, felt meaningful and genuine. He captured our story and our connection so effortlessly, and made us and everyone present feel something truly special. It wasn’t just a ceremony; it was a celebration of our journey and the deep bond we share.
So many of our guests told us how moving and unforgettable the ceremony was, and we couldn’t agree more. Rick brought warmth, presence, and a deep sense of care to every moment. We’ll cherish what he gave us forever.
If you’re looking for someone who will honor your love story with authenticity and grace, look no further.
We’re endlessly grateful.
Lisa & Steve