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Sacred Dove Celebrant is a certified Life Cycle Celebrant, Justice Of the Peace, and Non-Denominational Minister based in Portland, Connecticut. Judy is passionate about providing couples with a wedding ceremony that is entirely unique and utterly filled with love and laughter. From extravagant unions to the slightly unconventional, her aim is to reflect the leading couple's wishes and personal style. Using a creative approach, she strives to develop something truly memorable for all couples, no matter their age, gender, or orientation.

Services Offered

Sacred Dove Celebrant covers wedding ceremonies throughout Connecticut, parts of Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. For Judy, there is no venue off-limits, whether it's an elegant ballroom, a quiet riverside haven, or a back garden. Working closely with the to-be-weds, she offers a hands-on approach, taking every facet of their vision into account through an in-depth discussion. From there, she will bring it to life, incorporating the desired rituals, stories, and personal reflections. If desired, couples can receive a rehearsal to ensure that the ceremony flows with ease. Judy will also take the time to liaise with the wedding coordinator, photographer, and DJ or musicians, ensuring everyone has an understanding of all that the ceremony entails.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the typical price for your wedding services?

$400

Which of the following are included in the price?

Ceremony Rehearsal

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$175

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$200

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

$100

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?

Anglican
Baptist
Catholic
Earth-Based
Episcopalian
Evangelical
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
Mormon
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Pagan
Presbyterian
Quaker
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.
30-60 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

CT
MA
RI

What languages do you speak?

English
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Reviews of Sacred Dove Celebrant

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Mary F. Sent on 11/16/2022
5 out of 5 rating

An amazing experience!

Being married by Judy was a uniquely magical experience. And she attended to all the details so it was also stress free.
We were married in October. Her gardens were resplendent with color. The leaves were at their peak fall display and before we arrived, Judy went out and picked a bouquet of flowers for our occasion which was equally beautiful. We chose to be married with the fall colors as our background but there were many other choices in her gardens.
She seamlessly integrated our desired language into the ceremony which made the ceremony uniquely ours, not some cookie-cutter event that could have come out of a crackerjacks box.
When the ceremony was over, she had a bottle of Prosecco and a cake waiting for us.
She even volunteered to act as the wedding photographer if we wanted to avoid that expense.
Finally, when all was said and done, she followed us down to the town clerk and registered the marriage license for us. Within minutes, we walked away with our notarized copies, a happily married couple.
Judy made the event a joy to experience and we believe she took as much joy out of our wedding as we did.
We couldn’t recommend her highly enough.
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Melissa C. Sent on 09/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Great experience

Judy was an amazing officiant. She was so helpful to make sure we were prepared and helped make our ceremony special and personal. We are so thankful for getting to meet Judy and her positivity throughout the entire process. We highly recommend her!!
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Sarah T. Sent on 03/28/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Super personal!

Judy was so positive to talk to the first time I called her. Our town hall clerk had referred us to her and I was not disappointed. The ceremony had a perfect and personal touch. I especially love the adorable cute “love” wine opener gift.

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