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Wendy Duncan, of Wendy Duncan Ministries, provides officiant services for Christian or non-denominational weddings, elopements, destination weddings, commitment ceremonies, vow renewal ceremonies, and same sex weddings (LGBT is welcome, as well). You can count on Wendy to be professional, reliable and to take the stress out of your big day. Wendy will travel to any location in Central Oregon including, but limited to: Bend, LaPine, Madras, Powell Butte, Prineville, Redmond, Terrebonne, Sisters, Sunriver Terrebonne and Tumalo. She also travels to McKenzie Bridge, Blue River, the Columbia Gorge, and the Oregon Coast. Wendy will travel beyond Central Oregon for a small travel fee. Whether you are having your ceremony by the river, lake, mountain or at one of Central Oregon's fabulous resorts, Wendy is versatile and will provide the BEST officiant services for your memorable and meaningful day!

Services Offered

Wendy Duncan Ministries can provide officiating for almost any tradition or religion, or none at all. She is also available to attend wedding rehearsals in order to ensure that everyone is comfortable with how the ceremony will proceed, as well as offer her own advice and suggestions, if needed. Wendy has designed her services to be all-inclusive to many different wedding types, such as:

  • Elopements
  • Destination weddings
  • Civil unions
  • Interfaith ceremonies
  • Non-religious ceremonies
  • Single religion ceremonies
  • Vow renewals

https://www.wendyduncanministries.com/

If you have chosen and family member or friend to officiate your wedding, Wendy offers officiant training. Training contains detailed instructions for:

How to interview the couple to be married
How to guide them on the marriage license process
A crafted ceremony script that is specific to the couple’s wishes
The dos and don’ts of performing a ceremony including engaging the guests, how to appear confident, to find out all of the special ques of the ceremony, how to be calm, and how to be prepared for anything that can happen during the ceremony.
What to do after the ceremony
How to fill out the marriage license and responsibly return it to the correct county in a timely manner.

https://www.wendyduncanministries.com/officiant-training/

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical price for your wedding services?

$325

Which of the following are included in the price?

Ceremony Rehearsal

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$325

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$150

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

$145

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
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

OR

What languages do you speak?

English
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Reviews of Wendy Duncan Ministries

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Wendy is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for her services as a wedding officiant. She is described as professional, thoughtful, and accommodating. Reviewers appreciated her prompt responses and her ability to create personalized ceremonies that captured their vision. Wendy's warm personality and calming presence during the ceremony were also praised. Overall, customers were extremely satisfied with Wendy's services and would recommend her to others in need of an officiant.

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Wendy is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for her services as a wedding officiant. She is described as professional, thoughtful, and accommodating. Reviewers appreciated her prompt responses and her ability to create personalized ceremonies that captured their vision. Wendy's warm personality and calming presence during the ceremony were also praised. Overall, customers were extremely satisfied with Wendy's services and would recommend her to others in need of an officiant.

Christine
Christine H. Sent on 04/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

An Exceptional Officiant!

Where do I even begin with Wendy? She was an absolute gem as our officiant! From the moment we met her, we knew she was the perfect fit for our special day. Wendy's warmth and professionalism immediately put us at ease during the planning process.

Leading up to the wedding, Wendy was incredibly attentive, making sure every detail of our ceremony reflected our personalities and love story. She took the time to get to know us as a couple, and it truly showed in the heartfelt words she spoke during the ceremony.

On the big day, Wendy exceeded all expectations. Her delivery was flawless, and her words resonated with everyone present. We received countless compliments from our guests about how moving and beautiful the ceremony was, and it's all thanks to Wendy.

Not only is Wendy an amazing officiant, but she's also a wonderful person. Her genuine care and dedication to making our day perfect were evident throughout the entire process. We feel incredibly lucky to have had her as part of our wedding, and we can't recommend her enough to other couples looking for an officiant who truly goes above and beyond. Thank you, Wendy, for making our wedding day unforgettable!
Kylee
Kylee Sent on 04/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best Officiant

Wendy helped us through the wedding planning journey, all the way through the rehearsal, the vows, and so much more. I received wonderful remarks from wedding guests, how eloquently she spoke, the words thoughtfully chosen, and how she presented herself. The ceremony was just how we wanted it. Wendy is so professional, thorough, and kind. We were so happy to have had her support on our big day. She helped us with the marriage license, our rehearsal, our vows, and her expertise came through in all the ways she was there for us. Down to my (bride) pre ceremony panic after realizing the grooms rings among other items didn’t make it to the venue. She truly went above and beyond for us. We are so grateful!
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Sam K. Sent on 01/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wendy is the best!

Wendy is the perfect officiant! In our initial conversation she was kind and thoughtful, and she helped guide us to the exact program we wanted. Wendy quickly integrated our feedback on the ceremony into her final plan, which turned out exactly the way we had hoped that it would. She was a fun and calming presence during the ceremony (including when my partner accidentally tried to put my ring on the wrong hand). We completely recommend Wendy if you’re looking for a Central Oregon officiant.
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Team

Paul Carter
Paul Carter
Associate Minister

Paul has lived in central Oregon since 1973. He has assisted Wendy on many of her weddings. Paul has an engaging personality and he is able to connect with a diverse group of people. Paul is also an Ordained Minister through Universal Ministries. When he is not officiating weddings, you can find him serving the community as a Realtor® with John L. Scott Real Estate, or golfing one of Central Oregon’s amazing golf courses.

Nickie Carter
Nickie Carter
Associate Minister

Nickie was born and raised in Central Oregon. She has also assisted Wendy on many of her weddings as a photographer, and now also as an officiant. Nickie is an excellent public speaker and with her diverse background, she connects with all who she meets. She is also an Ordained Minister through Universal Ministries. When Nickie is not officiating weddings, she is an awesome mother to her son and daughter, she loves nature, taking her Sahara Con Jeep off road, hunting, or any number of other things. She is also the Community Engagement Coordinator Manager for 211Info, Oregon. 211Info is a non-profit privately funded information and referral agency for social services state-wide.

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Wild Teacup Wild Teacup Wedding Photographers

Wendy is wonderful to work with. She is so positive and engaging. She makes each ceremony feel unique and supports the couples through the journey. As a photographer I enjoy working with her and watching her do her magic!

Erica Swantek Photography Erica Swantek Photography Wedding Photographers

I have had the opportunity to get to know Wendy Duncan through the Wedding Professionals Association of Central Oregon. She is thoughtful, kind and absolutely loves marrying couples. I highly recommend her services for your wedding day!

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