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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 of a stress-free, personal and perfect wedding ceremony come true. 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. As your wedding officiant, I aim 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 creating your unique and perfect ceremony.

Sincerely, Mark

What You'll Love About Your Dream Ceremony by Mark

Coupels rave about Mark's friendliness and professionalism throughout the planning process. They also love his dedication to personalizing wedding ceremonies. Check out the FAQs for more information about what this officiant can do for you.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Reviews of Your Dream Ceremony by Mark

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Mark consistently receives glowing reviews as an officiant for garden weddings, with multiple couples praising his professionalism, personalized touch, and ability to create memorable and special ceremonies. Couples appreciate his attention to detail, clear communication, and calming presence on the big day. Many guests also complimented Mark's services, making him highly recommended for future weddings. Mark's dedication to making each ceremony unique and meaningful is evident, as he goes above and beyond to ensure a flawless and heartfelt experience for the couple and their loved ones.

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Mark consistently receives glowing reviews as an officiant for garden weddings, with multiple couples praising his professionalism, personalized touch, and ability to create memorable and special ceremonies. Couples appreciate his attention to detail, clear communication, and calming presence on the big day. Many guests also complimented Mark's services, making him highly recommended for future weddings. Mark's dedication to making each ceremony unique and meaningful is evident, as he goes above and beyond to ensure a flawless and heartfelt experience for the couple and their loved ones.

Jonah
Jonah Sent on 04/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Mark was incredible

We couldn’t have asked for a better ceremony for our garden wedding. Working with Mark was a true pleasure from start to finish, he was responsive, communicative, and guided us through every step of the planning process. On the day of the ceremony, he was professional, reassuring, and helped put both my wife and me at ease with his clear instructions and calming presence. We highly recommend Mark to anyone in search of an officiant who is both thoughtful and reliable.
Alix
Alix Sent on 11/20/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great Officiant!!!

Mark did a fabulous job as our officiant! This is such an important part of your special day and we couldn't be happier with how it all turned out! Our guests were talking about how much they loved the ceremony all night, and that’s all thanks to Mark!

We loved how he asked everyone to put their phones away, allowing everyone to truly be present in the moment and allow the photographer to capture great photos. The “I love you because” he suggested us doing was a HUGE hit and really added a personal touch that made the ceremony even more special. His tone, delivery, and attention to detail were perfect, and we felt so lucky to work with Mark - He helped guide us through the entire way and made the day seamless.
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Nora Sent on 11/14/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommend Mark!!

Mark was so professional and polished! He helped make our ceremony personalized and special. Many wedding guests told us it was the best ceremony that they have ever heard. We would recommend Mark to future Mr. & Mrs.
Olivia
Olivia Sent on 11/14/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best Officiant!

Mark was so professional, responsive and executed the ceremony to perfection. He truly made our day special!
Gabriela
Gabriela Sent on 10/20/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience!

Mark was amazing! From start to finish. He was responsive, detailed and very personable. He took the time to explain every small detail and literally allowed us to personalize our entire ceremony. It was SO MEANINGFUL. He arrived early the morning of the ceremony and even came to check in and reassure me he was there. Our ceremony itself was beautiful and so memorable. Thank you for adding you personal touches and quotes towards the end. Most importantly, thank you so much for sharing our special day with us!
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Julie Sent on 10/18/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Professional and personable

Mark was absolutely wonderful as our officiant. He was organized, personable and accommodating when it came to preparing for our ceremony.
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Aubrey Sent on 09/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

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 Sent on 09/19/2023
5 out of 5 rating

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!
Lindsey
Lindsey Sent on 07/18/2023
5 out of 5 rating

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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Janeen Sent on 03/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Extra Thankful!

Our wedding ceremony was flawless thanks to Mark. He brought warmth and humor to our vows, was patient with our nerves and (almost) kept a straight face when we Rick Rolled our guests. I can’t say how thankful I am that we had him perform our ceremony!
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