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With This Ring I Thee Wedd Ceremonies, LLC, is a wedding officiant in Alexandria, Virginia. The officiant, Leora, has been officiating wedding ceremonies for more than 30 years. She always makes sure everything is ready, reaching the venue about 30 minutes before the start of the ceremony to check with the bride and groom, catering manager, photographers, musicians and wedding coordinator as well as the person who has the rings and other props, and most importantly checking for a valid marriage license.

Experience
Leora is a licensed officiant in Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC. She was recently featured in a blog post and a winery weddings magazine. With her years of experience in the industry, she has officiated more than 3000 weddings at various venues. She is also a proud member of the Association of Wedding Professionals, the National Society of Black Wedding & Event Professionals and a Distinguished Toastmaster.

Services Offered
With This Ring I Thee Wedd Ceremonies, LLC, offers officiant services such as guiding couples through the ceremony process, assisting with acquiring marriage license and helping couples write customized vows. The wedding officiant is open to various wedding types including civil unions, vow renewals, interfaith and non-religious ceremonies. If needed, Leora travels for destination weddings.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$300

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?

No Denomination

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

DC
MD
VA

What languages do you speak?

English

Reviews of With This Ring I Thee Wedd Ceremonies, LLC

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Leora is highly praised as a wedding officiant, with multiple reviewers expressing gratitude for her personalized and heartfelt ceremonies. Described as warm, professional, and accommodating, Leora takes the time to craft scripts that capture the essence of each couple, creating ceremonies that are meaningful and memorable. Reviewers appreciate her attention to detail, calming presence, and ability to make the entire process stress-free and seamless. Overall, Leora is recommended for her exceptional officiating skills and the special touch she brings to wedding ceremonies.

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Leora is highly praised as a wedding officiant, with multiple reviewers expressing gratitude for her personalized and heartfelt ceremonies. Described as warm, professional, and accommodating, Leora takes the time to craft scripts that capture the essence of each couple, creating ceremonies that are meaningful and memorable. Reviewers appreciate her attention to detail, calming presence, and ability to make the entire process stress-free and seamless. Overall, Leora is recommended for her exceptional officiating skills and the special touch she brings to wedding ceremonies.

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Jeewoo Sent on 11/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Great officiant!!

Leora was wonderful to work with as our officiant. She provided a script for the ceremony that we could review and add our personal touches to. The script reflected our initial meeting with her where we discussed the style we envisioned. She also made time to meet with us in person prior to our ceremony to review the ceremony plan. On wedding day, Leora made us feel comfortable before and during the ceremony, and we wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for an officiant!
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Mallory Sent on 10/30/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Officiant!

Working with Leora was absolutely wonderful. She skillfully drafted a beautiful ceremony that incorporated meaningful readings and aspects of my husband’s religious background. On the day of the wedding, she was enthusiastic, warm, and professional. It was a joy to have her officiating our wedding, and we recommend her wholeheartedly!
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Christina Sent on 02/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A thoughtful, personalized and heartfelt ceremony

Leora came highly recommended, and we can absolutely see why! From the start, she was so sweet and took the time to truly get to know us, ensuring our ceremony was personal and a perfect reflection of our relationship. We really appreciated how accommodating she was throughout the process, making everything seamless and stress-free. The way she crafted our wedding script was thoughtful, heartfelt, and exactly what we had envisioned. It was such a special moment, and we’re so grateful to have had her as part of our day!
Jac
Jac L. Sent on 01/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Leora was absolutely AMAZING

Leora was so phenomenal and we cannot recommend her enough - her approach to getting to know us, her attention to detail, her flexibility, and then the vows themselves were all above what we could have ever imagined.
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Kathryn Sent on 12/26/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful!

As soon as we met Leora, she felt like a perfect fit to officiate our wedding. She wrote us a beautiful ceremony, personalized with details about us that she'd picked up over our first meeting, then worked with us to edit the script until it was perfect for us!
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Chelsea Sent on 12/15/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Leora made our special day even more special!

Leora was an absolutely incredible officiant for our wedding. She came highly recommended by our wedding planner, and from the moment we met her, we knew she was the perfect fit. Leora has a warm, calming presence and a genuine enthusiasm for creating a ceremony that feels personal and meaningful.

She took the time to get to know us as a couple, weaving our story beautifully into the ceremony. Her words were heartfelt, authentic, and captured the essence of who we are together. Many of our guests commented on how moving and unique the ceremony was—equal parts emotional and celebratory.

Leora guided us seamlessly through every step, ensuring we felt comfortable and confident. She struck the perfect balance of professionalism and approachability, making the entire experience stress-free and joyful. We can’t recommend her highly enough! If you’re looking for an officiant who will truly make your ceremony unforgettable, Leora is the one.
Makenzie
Makenzie Sent on 12/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The best officiant ever

From the first call to the wedding day, Leora was incredible and made our big day that much better and smoother. She incorporated sentimental aspects of our relationship and family history just as we wanted and it touched the entire crowd. Could not recommend enough!
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Michael Sent on 12/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Flexible and kind

We had a great experience with Leora. We are getting married with a full wedding in the spring, officiated by a dear friend. We wanted to get legally married first, and we asked Leora to do the brief ceremony for it. She was easy to work with, flexible, and brought heart and depth to the experience. Highly recommend!
Laura
Laura Sent on 10/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding officiant!

We are beyond grateful to have had Leora as our wedding officiant. From our very first meeting, her warmth and kindness made us feel truly supported throughout the entire planning process. Leora took the time to get to know us, forming a genuine connection that was evident in every aspect of our ceremony.

Her ability to weave our story into a beautiful narrative was nothing short of magical. Leora's talent as a writer and speaker shone through as she delivered a heartfelt ceremony that resonated deeply with our family and friends. We received countless compliments on her eloquence and the emotional depth of her words.

Choosing Leora as our officiant was one of the best decisions we made. We felt so confident in her abilities, and she exceeded our expectations in every way. We absolutely adore her and cannot recommend her highly enough! Thank you, Leora, for being such an integral part of our special day. Your support and intention made it truly unforgettable!!
Jessica
Jessica Sent on 06/17/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend Leora!

Leora was the perfect officiant for our April 2024 wedding. She was easy to work with and got a good feel for our personalities and styles via zoom and in person meeting during the planning process. On the big day, she was great at keeping us calm, bringing a bit of humor to keep us smiling, and ultimately the ceremony felt just like us.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
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Professional Network & Endorsements

5 Endorsements
Signature Concepts Signature Concepts Wedding Planners

I have been partnering with Leora of With This Ring I Thee Wedd for several years, and it is always a joyful and educational experience for me and my team. When I work with Leora she immediately becomes a member of our team, and we collaborate together with one goal in mind - to create a memorable experience for our clients. Leora is knowledgeable in all cultural ceremonies; her flow with the words during the ceremony has all engaged in the love of the couple; and she is compassionate about the details to make sure that it represents the love being shared and reflective of the character of the couple. Leora is my go to Officiant in the Washington, DC area!

Photo Becky Photo Becky Wedding Photographers

Extremely professional and wonderful woman to have worked with on a few occasions! She really personalizes and makes every ceremony special for the couple. It has been a pleasure working with her and hearing her make the day extra special for clients!

Joyous Events LLC Joyous Events LLC Wedding Planners

If you want a ceremony that is personalize, filled with emotion and memorable - Leora Willis of With This Ring I Thee Wedd is the choice. In the process of wedding planning so many get caught up in the glitz and glamour of the decor and don't give comparable attention to the 'main thing' - the ceremony! Make it memorable, make it yours, make sure Leora Willis is your wedding officiant! Two Thumbs Up!

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