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Simple Ceremony Chicago is a wedding officiant service based in Chicago, Illinois. Owner Brenda Winstead is a certified officiant who aims to design bespoke ceremonies that reflect each couple’s love story. Her kind, caring, and lighthearted demeanor helps couples relax as they celebrate their commitment to one another. She specializes in solemnizing intimate weddings as well as elopements.

Services Offered

Simple Ceremony Chicago creates custom nuptials for an unforgettable wedding day. Brenda works with soon-to-be newlyweds to determine their style and requirements for their celebration. She offers several packages designed to suit various wedding sizes. Her most straightforward collection includes a personalized 15-minute ceremony and is ideal for elopements. This service is also suitable for soon-to-be newlyweds who need a last-minute officiant. Alternately, couples who are looking for a more comprehensive package can avail of her Wonderfully Wed service. This experience covers a ceremony of up to 30 minutes as well as a photographer to capture the memories.

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Frequently asked questions

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$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?

Agnostic
Anglican
Baha'i Faith
Baptist
Buddhist
Catholic
Earth-Based
Episcopalian
Evangelical
Hindu
Islam
Jainism
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Pagan
Presbyterian
Sikhism
Taoist
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

IL
WI

What languages do you speak?

English

Reviews of Simple Ceremony Chicago

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Seth Sent on 06/14/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection x2

Jess was the officiant for my husband and I's "COVID" wedding and full wedding celebration later as well. She was so kind and professional and super responsive to communication. She wrote our ceremony based on very vague prompts and delivered such a heartfelt, unique, personalized ceremony that caught us off guard with how perfect, funny, and "us" it all was. All our guests told us afterwards how moved they were by her words. Jess, we can't thank you enough for being part of our day and making is absolutely perfect...twice! Thank you again
Catherine
Catherine Sent on 07/25/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Great Service

Excellent Service, love it!!!!
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Toni Sent on 06/10/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Officiant

Working with Brenda was great. She made sure that our ceremony was tailored to us. I would recommend her to anyone looking for an officiant.
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Alba Sent on 05/30/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Brenda was amazing!

She was punctual and very helpful throughout the process.. Our wedding ceremony was absolutely beautiful, meaningful and short like we wanted.
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Ben W. Sent on 05/30/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Such a good decision!

Brenda was perfect! We were not sure what to expect from a last minute service, but it surely was not something so beautiful.
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Erin Sent on 05/30/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful ceremony

Brenda was wonderful she performed beautifully everyone loved the ceremony she is worth hiring.
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Daniella Sent on 05/27/2021
5 out of 5 rating

She was so patient and understanding

Brenda was so amazing and she was so understanding
Graziele
Graziele Sent on 05/25/2021
5 out of 5 rating

I recommend this minister.

Brenda was on time and was flexible with the ceremony script. I highly recommend her service.
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Alina Sent on 05/17/2021
5 out of 5 rating

She’s great!

We didn’t want something too long. It was about 5 minutes. Very well written and Brenda was very responsive and punctual. Definitely recommend for last minute weddings.
Jenny
Jenny Sent on 05/12/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Great work!

We hired Simple Ceremony Chicago and it was amazing! Their name says it all. It was short and simple, which is exactly what we wanted! They were very responsive and accommodating! 20/10 recommend!
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