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One-of-a-kind wedding ceremonies created with you, performed for you, in your chosen setting, to express your personalities and delight your guests.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the typical price for your wedding services?

$600

Which of the following are included in the price of your wedding officiant services?

Ceremony Rehearsal

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$450

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$545

What types of weddings and events do you provide services for?

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal
Civil Union

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Anglican
Baptist
Earth-Based
Episcopalian
Lutheran
Methodist
No Denomination
Pagan
Presbyterian
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.
30-60 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

SD

What languages do you speak?

English

Reviews of Your Joyful Wedding

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Mary consistently receives high praise from couples for her officiating services, blending professionalism with personalization. She is commended for her excellent communication, kindness, and ability to create bespoke ceremonies that cater to individual needs and family dynamics. Mary's accommodating nature, timely responses, and affordable pricing make her a standout choice for those seeking a memorable and stress-free wedding ceremony. Reviewers express gratitude for her guidance, support, and the seamless execution of their special day, recommending her services for anyone planning a wedding in the Black Hills area.

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Mary consistently receives high praise from couples for her officiating services, blending professionalism with personalization. She is commended for her excellent communication, kindness, and ability to create bespoke ceremonies that cater to individual needs and family dynamics. Mary's accommodating nature, timely responses, and affordable pricing make her a standout choice for those seeking a memorable and stress-free wedding ceremony. Reviewers express gratitude for her guidance, support, and the seamless execution of their special day, recommending her services for anyone planning a wedding in the Black Hills area.

Sara
Sara Sent on 01/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Mary is the best!

Mary did such an amazing job officiating our wedding. We highly recommend her!! She was so easy and nice to work with. I feel like she understood what we wanted and helped create a perfect ceremony for us that was unique and personal. She worked seamlessly with our photographer and videographer to make sure we captured all our special moments. She even went above and beyond by meeting up with us on a specific date to officially sign the paper. We appreciate her so much for making our wedding day very memorable and exactly what we wanted. Thank you!!
Ayla
Ayla Sent on 11/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Mary / Your Joyful Weddings is THE ONE

The difference a good officiant can make not just on your wedding day, but throughout the wedding planning experience is extraordinary. We had the pleasure of knowing Mary before we hired her, but our experience with her went far beyond a few emails and Google docs. Her communication is timely and professional, and her kindness shone through in her check-ins. She was one of the few people that truly asked us how we wanted our wedding day to feel, not just what we wanted to happen.

We had a private elopement with only parents, grandparents, and siblings on Friday, and a full wedding day with extended family and friends on Saturday. We handed her a tall order: two different ceremonies for two different experiences, and some pretty significant family tension due to divorce and remarriage. Mary not only created two beautifully bespoke and thoughtfully arranged ceremonies for us, but braved an out-of-nowhere freezing rainstorm on Friday and some venue miscommunication chaos on Saturday. She handled my un-amicably divorced parents with graceful and diplomatic compassion, and helped me find a way to honor both of them with specific roles and acknowledgements.

We can genuinely say our wedding day(s) would not have been the same without Mary's guidance and presence. She blended into our families perfectly, and gave us ceremonies more beautiful and heartfelt than we could have dreamed. When you're swamped in To-Dos and overwhelmed by vendor lists, "officiant" may feel like just another space you have to fill to get married. I can promise you Mary is not just an officiant, but an ally for your marriage, and a friendly face you feel relieved to see in the chaos.
Kim
Kim H. Sent on 10/24/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great Experience!

Working with Mary for our elopement in Custer State Park was wonderful! We decided to move our elopement date up and to another state, and contacted her with only a couple month's notice. Communication was easy and timely and her kindness and professionalism came through in every email we exchanged. She even gave us suggestions on where in the park to elope since we were traveling from WI. We also loved the fact that she let us customize our vows. She had tons of suggestions and we were able to put together the vows that meant the most and symbolized us as a couple. We couldn't have asked for a better day!

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Dahl Arts Center Dahl Arts Center Museum Weddings

I have known Mary for many years and have nothing but full confidence in her. I would not have any else perform my wedding!

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