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The Modern Officiant is an officiant service based in Atlanta, Georgia that specializes in non-traditional and LGBTQ+ weddings. As a wife, mother, and member of the LGBTQ+ community, owner Jemelle Wooten understands that everyday life can come with many challenges. She therefore endeavors to help all couples feel wholly loved and supported through their wedding experiences. Jemelle creates heartfelt, uniquely beautiful ceremonies, and she takes time to get to know each couple and craft a script that speaks to them. She will happily incorporate any traditions and rituals that clients desire into their ceremonies.
Services Offered
The Modern Officiant presides over a variety of ceremony types, including civil unions, interfaith, non-religious, single religion, and vow renewals. Jemelle specializes in non-traditional and LGBTQ+ weddings, though she gladly officiates for any couple. All lovebirds are provided with customized vows, as well as the option of counseling services.
- Black-owned
- LGBTQ+-owned
- Veteran-owned
- Woman-owned
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Reviews of The Modern Officiant
Review summary
Jemelle received glowing reviews from couples who praised her professionalism, support, and ability to tailor ceremonies to reflect their unique love stories and backgrounds. Her attentiveness to detail, warm demeanor, and ability to ease nerves were highlighted. Reviewers appreciated her inclusive approach, thoughtful suggestions, and extensive knowledge of ceremony elements. Jemelle's communication, personalization, and dedication to celebrating love were all highly recommended by couples, particularly LGBTQIA+ pairs seeking an officiant who could accommodate their specific needs and provide a memorable and heartfelt ceremony.
The GOAT of all things marriage!
Great To Work With!
Our friends and family were all big fans of her, and many commented on how personal and unique our ceremony felt. She provided thoughtful suggestions that truly made our vows stand out, and her attention to detail even extended to checking our vows for any grammatical issues, ensuring everything was just right.
Communication was always clear and timely, which helped us feel supported every step of the way. Overall, she made our special day even more memorable, and we couldn't have asked for a better officiant. Highly recommend her!
Awesome!!!!
The BEST Officiant for US!
Focused on Love
Go with Jemelle, you won't regret it!
Jemelle was the perfect choice for our wedding!
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I highly recommend The Modern Officiant to all of my clients. She writes and performs the most beautiful intimate ceremonies. I have seen her bring her clients to tears with the way she crafts ceremonies. Jemelle puts her clients at ease with her calming demeanor and gives her clients a beautiful day to remember.