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Based in Flagstaff, Arizona, Your Dream Ceremony by Mark is an accomplished officiant specializing in weddings that are as unique as you.

CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR WEDDING! THIS IS YOUR DAY, THE DAY YOU WILL SAY "I DO". IT HAS TO BE PERFECT.

I UNDERSTAND!

YOUR WEDDING IS ONE OF THE MOST TREASURED EXPERIENCES OF YOUR LIFE. I WOULD LOVE TO SIT DOWN WITH YOU, HEAR YOUR STORIES, WEDDING DREAMS, AND TOGETHER DESIGN YOUR DREAM CEREMONY!

First and foremost, I'm a family man committed to my bride for 20+ years and have two wonderful children. I love my family and very much understand the commitment you are about to make. I'm Reverend Mark Culbertson, an independent, non-denominational wedding officiant. You may call me Mark ...it's more my preference, but please do what is comfortable for you. I was ordained in 1998 and performed my first wedding that same year. Since then, I have joyfully made hundreds of couples' dreams come true of a stress-free, personal and perfect wedding ceremony. Whether your ceremony is in a church, your backyard, on the top of a mountain in Sedona, on a hot air balloon, or at a leading Resort, whatever your dream is, I have the experience! I love humor and will provide the perfect combination of laughter and seriousness to your day. I promise to leave you laughing and crying (happy tears of course) at the same time.

Why chose me?

I would be extremely honored to officiate your wedding - pronouncing you husband and wife. Meeting your family and close friends at the rehearsal and ceremony would be an added pleasure. I take very seriously the responsibility of being a wedding officiant. It's my desire that your wedding ceremony is everything you desire it to be. Having your officiant care about you, know you, and ultimately connect with you, is the ultimate in a trusting officiant relationship. After all, your ceremony is a special, personal event. It should be reflected through your intimate vows, your feelings of love - respect for each other - and your feelings regarding your marriage and family relationship. Through creative expressions of tenderness and vulnerability, your ceremony will be conducted with professionalism, humor, and warmth. Such a special life moment should only be entrusted to one who cares and can handle appropriately the many facets of such a memorable event. It is my desire as your wedding officiant to focus on you as a couple, understand your needs and desires, and earn your trust and assurance, so you can take in all of the emotions and feelings of this most important and precious event of your life. Thank you for considering me for your most special day! I look forward to getting to know you and putting together your unique and perfect ceremony.

Sincerely, Mark

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical price for your wedding services?

$449

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$449

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$99

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

$90

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?

Anglican
Baptist
Catholic
Episcopalian
Lutheran
Methodist
Mormon
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Presbyterian
Quaker

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

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

In which states are you licensed?

AZ
CA

What languages do you speak?

English
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Aubrey Getting married on 11/03/2023
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The Best Wedding Ceremony

Mark was the most perfect officiant I could have ever asked for. Our ceremony was beautiful, romantic, and included all the details we wanted. All of my guests were in happy tears, I received so many compliments on how beautiful and meaningful my ceremony was. I could not recommend someone more.
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Chelc D. Married on 09/09/2023
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Mark is amazing! He made the entire process so special for me and my husband. Our ceremony was beautiful. We’d recommend him to everyone and anyone!

Thank you so much for a beautiful ceremony, Mark! We appreciate you so much!
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Lindsey G. Married on 02/26/2023
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Officiant for our outdoor wedding

Mark did an amazing job! He helped customize our ceremony to fit us! He responded quickly and worked with us! We loved his add ons to personalize the ceremony for our guests to hear more about our journey as a couple. Our guests raved about him! We are definitely happy with our decision to hire him as our officiant.
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