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Wedding Belle Rev, LLC is a wedding officiant in Charleston, South Carolina. Owner and officiant Rev. Kristen Barner offers three levels of services to fit each couple's wedding size and needs, with the ceremony written for each unique relationship. For a truly one-of-a-kind wedding, this officiant offers a paddleboard ceremony, sure to be a memorable experience for a wedding.

Experience

Rev. Kristen Barner is an ordained minister and licensed officiant. She earned her undergraduate degree from Mary Baldwin College in English, theater, and secondary education. She then earned her Master of Divinity in theology from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, specializing in homiletics, political, and religious ethics. Through Wedding Belle Rev, this dedicated professional assists couples to enjoy a ceremony that reflects their personal love story.

Services Offered

This licensed wedding officiant offers three levels of services. The basic service includes the wedding ceremony, the standard service includes both the wedding ceremony and rehearsal and the full-service package includes the wedding ceremony, rehearsal, and premarital counseling. In addition to wedding officiating, Wedding Belle Rev offers a variety of blessing services. She is available for house blessings, animal blessings, and baby blessings.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Ceremony Rehearsal
Premarital Counseling

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$500

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

$150

What types of weddings and events do you provide services for?

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal
Civil Union

What services do you provide?

Premarital Counseling

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Buddhist
Catholic
Earth-Based
Islam
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
No Denomination
Presbyterian
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

AZ
KY
NC
SC
VA

What languages do you speak?

English

Reviews of Wedding Belle Rev

Justine
Justine Sent on 05/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Such a special ceremony!!!

Kristen was amazing. From start to finish, she genuinely took the time to get to know us, and make a ceremony that was so sweet & special, and so US! We loved working with Kristen and absolutely would again for a different event!!
Forrest
Forrest Sent on 01/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The most amazing wedding officiant

We were so nervous about picking an officiant since we didn’t have any friend or family member for the job. Then we met Kristen and immediately felt at ease. She is extremely kind and thoughtful and created the perfect ceremony for us. We met together a few times before the wedding, and she got to know us individually and as a couple. She strikes the perfect balance between providing ideas and templates but tailoring to your wants and needs. She can make the ceremony more religious or secular depending on what you’re looking for.
Weddings can bring up so many happy but also sometimes sad emotions, and Kristen is there as a friend and confidant through all those ups and downs. So many of our guests commented on how beautiful the ceremony was and how perfect it was for us. Kristen was a joy to work with and we are happy to have gotten to know her as well. We honestly feel like we walked away with a lifelong friend. So, if you want your ceremony to feel personal and comfortable, Kristen is your girl. Love you Kristen!
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Emily Sent on 01/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Officiant

If you are looking for a wedding officiant, look no further. Having Kristen as the officiant for our wedding was the best decision we could have made! We also did the extra couples counseling which allowed us even more time to spend with her. She is the sweetest and has a great sense of humor. So many of our guests complimented us on her after the wedding. She made the whole ceremony special and feel so personal. We couldn't imagine having anyone else officiate our wedding.
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Lisa Sent on 02/07/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Incredibly supportive

Kristen has been great for us and really helped keep us on track. We were incredibly lucky to have her and our dogs loved her too.
Sydney
Sydney Sent on 12/29/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Kristen is amazing

We had the pleasure of seeing Kristen in action when she married my brother and sister in law at their wedding several years ago. When it came time for my fiance and I to tie the knot we knew Kristen was the only one we needed to talk to! She is a beautiful soul and a constant steady energy throughout the whole process that was much needed and appreciated when planning a 2020 wedding. We also had several guests comment on how great she was and how lovely our ceremony was! Would book her again in a heartbeat!
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Alyssa Sent on 08/27/2020
5 out of 5 rating

No words besides FANTASTIC

Kristen is amazing!!!! So personable, sweet, and truly cares about her couples. We grew so close with Kristen after the first week of talking via phone. So grateful we chose her to be our officiant, our guests could not stop talking about her amazing ceremony!!! Thank you so much Kristen for making our wedding day so special!!!!
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Adam Sent on 07/22/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Look no further!

We were very nervous about choosing an officiant, but as soon as we met Kristen we knew she was going to be amazing. We choose to do the pre marital counseling and are so glad we did. Kristen was able to get to know us and we were able to get to know her. We are very fortunate to now have a new friend! I wouldn’t recommend anyone else for your officiant. She performed an amazing ceremony and everyone loved her
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Lindsay Sent on 03/31/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Our perfect fit

Kristen is absolutely amazing. Initially we were just going to have her do our ceremony but we decided to add the pre marital counseling and I could not be happier with this decision. Kristen challenged us throughout the process and gave us “homework” that consisted of having multiple date nights to discuss in depth, meaningful conversations. After having our date nights we would meet with Kristen to review what we talked about. This was a great addition. We got to know each other quickly and she now feels like family. Our ceremony was beautiful and personal. We got so many compliments on how perfect our ceremony was. It was a pleasure working with Kristen and I would highly recommend her!
Laura
Laura Sent on 02/20/2019
5 out of 5 rating

An absolute joy!!

Kristen is one of our favorite parts of our wedding day & the entire planning process!!! The best thing about working with her is that she truly cares, and it's clear as day that this isn't just a job to her - but something she's passionate about and really invested in. She truly wants to know and understand you and is a great listener. And I was over-the-moon thrilled with our ceremony! It felt like a perfect reflection of who we are and what we're all about. We got SO MANY compliments afterwards & people really enjoyed the ceremony and said it was unlike any wedding ceremony they've been to before! I really felt like it was the highlight of our wedding. I also LOVED the premarital counseling sessions we did with Kristen. It was so easy to talk to her and we learned so much by chatting with her, talking through things, and doing the homework assignments! I feel like we were able to get really clear on our plans for our future, and delve deeper into a lot of the "why's" and "how's" of our plans & our decisions. She is just great and I will remember our ceremony forever with fondness!!
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Anna Sent on 05/17/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Kristen is absolutely amazing to work with! As a planner, I love when an officiant is prepared and professional, but can also be fun and down to earth. Kristen encompasses all of this. She is so funny and sweet and really connects with a couple, making them feel truly special on their big day. She is one of a kind, and I would recommend her to all of my brides!
-Anna Yencho, Chancey Charm Charleston
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
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What can I say - Kristen Barner is AMAZING. She was funny and sincere, everything you'd want in an officiant. After working with her, I can see why she stays so busy!

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