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Weddings by Rev. Joe provides totally customized weddings. Your wedding done your way. Let Rev. Joe help make your day the day of your dreams.

Rev. Joe Wadas does quality weddings at affordable rates!

He has some great ideas and special touches to make your wedding day extra special. Don't trust just anyone. Let Rev. Joe officiate at your wedding and join those many couples who are so glad they did. He now serves Savannah, Coastal Georgia, Hilton Head, The Low Country, and Beyond!

Call him, write him, and check on his availability for your day. You will be glad you did!

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Frequently asked questions

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$71

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

$50

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

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.
30-60 mins.
60+ mins.

In which states are you licensed?

AL
AK
AZ
AR
CA
CO
CT
DE
DC
FL
GA
HI
ID
IL
IN
IA
KS
KY
LA
ME
MD
MA
MI
MN
MS
MO
MT
NE
NV
NH
NJ
NM
NY
NC
ND
OH
OK
OR
PA
RI
SC
SD
TN
TX
UT
VT
VA
WA
WV
WI
WY

What languages do you speak?

English
Italian

Reviews of Weddings by Rev. Joe

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Rev. Joe Wadas is highly praised for his exceptional officiating services at weddings, with multiple reviewers expressing deep gratitude for his professionalism, warmth, and personalized ceremonies. From offering thoughtful feedback during rehearsals to crafting beautiful, meaningful messages that reflect the couple's love story, Rev. Joe is commended for his attention to detail and ability to make ceremonies truly special and unforgettable. Couples appreciate his communication, flexibility, and the genuine care he shows in creating a memorable and heartfelt wedding experience. Highly recommended for those seeking an officiant who brings grace, sincerity, and a personal touch to their special day.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Rev. Joe Wadas is highly praised for his exceptional officiating services at weddings, with multiple reviewers expressing deep gratitude for his professionalism, warmth, and personalized ceremonies. From offering thoughtful feedback during rehearsals to crafting beautiful, meaningful messages that reflect the couple's love story, Rev. Joe is commended for his attention to detail and ability to make ceremonies truly special and unforgettable. Couples appreciate his communication, flexibility, and the genuine care he shows in creating a memorable and heartfelt wedding experience. Highly recommended for those seeking an officiant who brings grace, sincerity, and a personal touch to their special day.

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Gemilee Sent on 01/27/2026
5 out of 5 rating

We love Rev. Joe!

Reverend Joe Wadas officiated our wedding this past December, and we truly could not have asked for a better experience. From the very beginning, he was clear, honest, and highly communicative. He made the entire process seamless by catering to our requests and encouraging us to take ownership of how we envisioned our ceremony and the words spoken during it.
During the rehearsal, he offered thoughtful and honest feedback and paid close attention to the small details that can so easily be overlooked. On our wedding day, he spoke with incredible passion, kindness, and warmth. We highly recommend Rev. Joe to anyone seeking an officiant who genuinely cares about creating the best wedding experience imaginable. Thank you for making our wedding day unforgettable with your kind presence.
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Katie Sent on 12/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating

So grateful for Rev. Joe!

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Reverend Joe Wadas. From the very beginning, he was absolutely fantastic to work with and made our wedding day incredibly special. He took the time to truly get to know us before the wedding, which made our ceremony feel deeply personal and meaningful.

His message was absolutely beautiful ....thoughtful, heartfelt, and perfectly centered in the light of God. It was exactly what we were hoping for and more. Reverend Joe has a true gift, and his presence brought so much peace, love, and sincerity to our ceremony.

We are beyond grateful to have met him and to have had him be such an important part of our day. Thank you, Reverend Joe, for making our ceremony so meaningful and unforgettable.
Melissa
Melissa Sent on 11/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Kind, Professional, Attentive!

Rev. Joe officiated our wedding at Bethesda Academy Whitfield Chapel in September and was such a delight to work with! He was kind, professional, and easy to work with as we were preparing for our big day. My husband and I gave Rev. Joe a customized version of the script and he was more than receptive of our edits. On the day of the rehearsal, he arrived ahead of schedule and was patient as some of crew was running late. We received great advice and direction from Rev. Joe to help us prepare for the real deal. When the wedding day arrived, the ceremony went off perfectly!! My husband and I would definitely recommend Rev. Joe for your wedding officiating needs. Thanks so much!!!
Anthony
Anthony Sent on 09/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Intimate Ceremony with Rev. Joe!

We couldn't have imagined having a better officiant then Joe. He was incredibly professional and made the entire ceremony magical. His attention to detail on not only incorporating information from the questionnaire, but even doing research on the song that we gave him, made the entire ceremony so intimate and personal.
Lauren
Lauren Sent on 05/18/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect officiant for us!

Rev. Wadas did a wonderful job making our ceremony special! He was communicative and friendly. We live in another state and he was easy to work with from afar. Our ceremony was personal and sentimental, he incorporated our religious beliefs and chosen scripture beautifully, and we got many compliments from our guests! He did a great job personalizing it to us. Would 100% recommend Rev. Wadas!
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Lauren Sent on 05/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Officiant

We had the absolute pleasure of having Rev. Joe officiate our wedding, and we truly could not have imagined a more meaningful, eloquent, and heartfelt ceremony. From our very first conversation, Rev. Joe exuded warmth, professionalism, and a genuine passion for celebrating love. He took the time to get to know us as a couple, and thoughtfully wove our story into our ceremony.

His words were beautifully spoken, striking the perfect balance of reverence, joy, and light-heartedness. Guests continue to tell us how touched they were by the ceremony, and we couldn’t agree more. Rev. Joe brought an unmatched grace and sincerity to our day.

We are endlessly grateful to him for setting the tone for our marriage with such intention and heart. If you are looking for an officiant who brings wisdom, presence, and authenticity, Rev. Joe is truly extraordinary.
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Ms Perryman Sent on 04/17/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Savannah Elopement

Reverend Joe crafted beautiful words for our ceremony and make it such an easy going and memorable experience.
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Jordan Sent on 04/17/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A Beautiful Day in Forsyth Park

We cannot recommend Reverend Joseph Wadas enough! From the very beginning, he made us feel completely at ease and brought such a calming, warm presence to our wedding day. He took the time to really get to know us, and because of that, our ceremony felt so personal, heartfelt, and truly meaningful. It was everything we hoped it would be and more. So many of our guests commented on how amazing he was and how beautiful the ceremony felt. Reverend Joe is a true professional and a genuinely kind person - we are so grateful he was part of our day!
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Rachel Sent on 04/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Rev. Joe review

We cannot recommend Rev. Joe enough!! We booked him for our April wedding and the entire ceremony was so great and everything I wanted from the timing to making the audience laugh. Rev. Joe was so so easy to communicate with and always responded quickly. If you are in need of someone for your wedding don't look anywhere else!
Elise
Elise Sent on 03/31/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience!

I cannot recommend Rev. Joe enough! We booked him for our March wedding in Hilton Head and the whole process was great. Rev. Joe responded quickly to all of our emails and wrote a beautiful script for our ceremony. He made sure our rehearsal ran smoothly and made sure we were confident for our wedding day. Highly recommend!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2026 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2009 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

10 Endorsements
All About You Entertainment All About You Entertainment Wedding DJs

We love working with Reverend Joe! He does a great job and really makes you feel at ease during planning. You don't want to be married by some internet ordained rent a rev who doesn't know what they are doing! That's why you must hire Reverend Joe, because he is a professional who cares about your wedding day! We have worked countless weddings with him so we know what we are talking about when we say he is a pro! This is the most important part of your wedding day THE CEREMONY! Call Reverend Joe you will be glad you did!

Hampton Hall Club Hampton Hall Club Country Club Weddings

I have had the pleasure of working with Rev. Joe Wadas for several weddings at Hampton Hall, and for each one the couple has been so pleased with him as their officiant. He is always genuinely excited and brings great enthusiasm to the wedding ceremony, while keeping the couple at ease. Highly recommended!

Spencer Special Events Spencer Special Events Wedding Planners

We LOVE Rev. Joe!! He does such a nice job and really takes the time to learn about his couples! Performing wedding ceremonies is a job he takes very seriously and is a true professional! Spencer Special Events highly recommends Weddings by Rev. Joe!

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