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Simple to Elegant Weddings

English
Ceremony Rehearsal
Interfaith
Civil Union

Why couples loved this vendor

  • Marriage License & Certificate
  • Seasoned Professional
  • Officiant
  • Great Planner
Caitlin
Anne
Alicia
Alexandra
Douglas

Recommended by 100% of couples

About this vendor

Simple to Elegant Weddings is a collective of wedding officiants based in Kansas City and Omaha. We are known for our helpfulness, communication, and amazing ceremonies.

Our highly experienced ministers include Reverend Mark, Reverend Sondra, Reverend Laura, and others. Reverend Melissa serves in the Omaha area. We are all ministers for the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).

Each of us has performed countless weddings, creating customized ceremonies to provide a unique experience for the couple.

Services Offered

Our officiants are 'open and affirming.' Simple to Elegant Weddings offers their services for all faiths, as well as those who are agnostic and have no denomination. The officiants are highly experienced with the following:

  • Civil union
  • Interfaith ceremony
  • Non-religious
  • Rehearsal
  • Single religion
  • Vow renewal

(Our founder, Reverend Tim, is now retired from weddings. He officiated weddings for over 40 years.)

What You'll Love About Simple to Elegant Weddings

Couples who choose this team to officiate on their special day love how easy and reliable they are to deal with. They collaborate closely throughout the process to craft ceremonies that reflect the couple's personalities and love stories. Check out the Real Weddings section for examples of past celebrations this team has worked on.

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Weddings with this vendor

Andrea & Austin's wedding
Andrea & Austin
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FAQ

Which of the following are included in the price of your wedding officiant services?

Ceremony Rehearsal

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

Yes

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
Baptist
No Denomination

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

KS
MO

What languages do you speak?

English

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Reviews of Simple to Elegant Weddings

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Reviewers praised the officiant as professional, experienced, and responsive, helping couples craft personalized ceremonies and leading rehearsals smoothly. He coordinated with vendors, arrived on time, and handled licensing paperwork. Highly recommended by multiple couples.

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Reviewers praised the officiant as professional, experienced, and responsive, helping couples craft personalized ceremonies and leading rehearsals smoothly. He coordinated with vendors, arrived on time, and handled licensing paperwork. Highly recommended by multiple couples.

Caitlin
Caitlin Sent on 04/30/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you Mark

Mark was the most wonderful officiant for our wedding. We cannot thank him enough for his professionalism & help with our vows & ceremony.
We highly recommend Mark Willis.

Thank you again. 💐
Anne
Anne Sent on 12/15/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you!

Mark at Simple2Elegant Weddings was our officiant and I can't thank him enough. From our initial consult to the big day, Mark ensured that our ceremony was a collaborative process between him, my husband, and me. His years of experience as an officiant, frequent communication, and thoughtfulness gave us confidence in finding the right person for our ceremony. You can't go wrong with Mark and Simple2Elegant for your wedding needs!
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Connor Sent on 11/17/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great experience!

Mark was professional and responsive. He wrote a ceremony that was exactly what we wanted and delivered it beautifully on our wedding day. Would definitely recommend!
Alicia
Alicia Sent on 05/16/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Need an officiant? Pastor Mark is your guy!

My husband and I contacted Pastor Mark Willis a month before our wedding, still in search for someone to officiate a non-religious ceremony for us. Mark sent us a response the same day we inquired his services, and three days later we were sitting down with him discussing the ceremony! We were surprised to learn that Mark has done over 400 weddings. From simple to extravagant, short to long, religious to non-religious... he's seen them all! He guided us through the whole thing-- all we had to do was tell him our vision and what we wanted. His transparency was refreshing, and the contract and pricing were laid out very clearly. After paying a deposit (half of the officiant fee), Mark worked with us in creating our perfect ceremony. He then coordinated and led the rehearsal a day before the wedding. His professionalism was undeniable and we saw that in so many ways, especially when it came time for him to perform the ceremony. He arrived early, coordinated with our DJs, and knew exactly what to do. It was a beautiful ceremony and after wrapping it up, he ensured the wedding license got all the correct signatures. He took care of mailing the license to the state too, and we got it back within two weeks. We felt so well taken care of by Mark, and all of our worries were immediately put at ease by him. Thank you for everything you did to make our wedding such a special day for us! - The Moores
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Bryenna Sent on 08/09/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Summer Wedding 2023

Mark was amazing! He was very responsive, patient, kind, showed up on time and was better than we could have imagined. We got so many compliments on how well he did officiating and how people actually wanted to listen to him speak, the comment my husbands aunt gave was “I actually remember all he said! Where did you find him? Can he officiate all future weddings in the family?”
Alexandra
Alexandra Sent on 06/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend Mark Willis!

On June 17th, 2023 Reverend Mark Willis officiated our wedding in Lees Summit, MO. Mark is a wonderful speaker, very professional, and is passionate about what he does. We appreciate his assistance in ensuring our ceremony ran smoothly. Mark helped my husband and I create a ceremony that was unique to us. If you are looking for an experienced officiant for your wedding, I whole-heartedly recommend Reverend Mark Willis with Simple2Elegant Weddings!
H
Hannah Sent on 05/30/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Mark Willis - Officiant

My husband and I got married on May 20, 2023 and used Mark Willis as an officiant. We had an amazing experience and would highly recommend using him! He helped us develop a script and unity ceremony that was unique to us. He helped run our rehearsal and made our ceremony smooth!
Z
Zach Sent on 01/16/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Mark Willis

Mark did a perfect job; we felt completely comfortable with him from the initial meeting, and he did a great job at the wedding! One thing I really appreciated was how easy he made the process in determining the ceremony. He provided great examples, and was open with all changes we wanted.

I can’t say enough nice things to say about Mark!
Douglas
Douglas Sent on 01/01/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Very Professional

We enjoyed working with Mark Willis! He was responsive, professional, and easy to work with to create a ceremony that fit our needs.
D
Darcy Sent on 11/07/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful!

Mark willis was so great! He helped me and my husband through the entire wedding planning time and made sure he created the ceremony around us, our beliefs, and to make it more personal and intimate!
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Rev Tim and his wife were a pleasure to work with. It was a beautiful service, and Tim kept everything well organized even though there was a delay with the musician. I would be more than happy to work with them again!

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As a wedding photographer when it came time for me to get married I knew exactly what I wanted (and didn't) in a lot of respects, but I had no clue when it came to the ceremony. My husband and I met with several officiants and hit it off with Tim right off the bat. He had so much to offer in terms of ideas and options for the flow, tone and readings at the ceremony. Tim has done A LOT of weddings, so he has seen it all, but more importantly, he really picked up on what our style was, what the vision of our day was emerging to be and made relevant suggestions. Tim also has the ability to be professional, while also making your guests laugh and choke up a bit too. I recommend Tim to my brides who are looking for an officiant.

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