"I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers Reviews

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Alessia Sent on 12/18/20245 out of 5 rating-
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Rev. Phil is the officiant you want!!
Rev. Phil was absolutely incredible! From the very beginning, he took the time to get to know us—not just as a couple, but as individuals—which made our ceremony deeply personal and meaningful. His attention to detail and organization throughout the entire process was invaluable, and it was clear that he truly cares about making every moment special.
What sets Rev. Phil apart is his ability to craft a ceremony that feels completely unique. Our ceremony was heartfelt and resonated with everyone in the room. Thanks to him, there wasn’t a dry eye in sight!
If you're looking for an officiant who will personalize every aspect of your ceremony and make it unforgettable, Rev. Phil is the one you want. His warmth, professionalism, and genuine care made our day even more special than we could have imagined!Rev. Phil was absolutely incredible! From the very beginning, he took the time to get to know us—not just as a couple, but as individuals—which made our ceremony deeply personal and meaningful. His attention to detail and organization throughout the entire process was invaluable, and it was clear that he truly cares about making every moment special.
What sets Rev. Phil apart is his ability to craft a ceremony that feels completely unique. Our ceremony was heartfelt and resonated with everyone in the room. Thanks to him, there wasn’t a dry eye in sight!
If you're looking for an officiant who will personalize every aspect of your ceremony and make it unforgettable, Rev. Phil is the one you want. His warmth, professionalism, and genuine care made our day even more special than we could have imagined!"I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
Your tears, Alessia, during your vows were so touching. As you pointed out, there was not a dry eye in the house.
Wedding ceremonies should be unique -- you two are. Thanks for saying that yours was. I'm so glad the ceremony was "even more special than we could have imagined!" -
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Christina Sent on 01/12/20255 out of 5 rating
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A Ceremony to Remember
Choosing Rev. Phil Landers as the officiant for our 25th Wedding Anniversary Renewal of Vows was indeed the right decision. His professionalism and personalized touch shone through from our very first inquiry, throughout our meetings, and right up to the day of the ceremony. He consistently arrived on time for every meeting and devoted his time to understanding our love story. He promised us a unique vow renewal ceremony, and he exceeded our expectations.
We are delighted with how our ceremony turned out. Our friends and family who witnessed this extraordinary event continue to talk about how our ceremony stood apart from traditional weddings. Rev. Phil shared our “Happy Days” love story in a way that captivated and touched everyone present.
As we relive this special day, we remain grateful for the unforgettable memories he helped create.Choosing Rev. Phil Landers as the officiant for our 25th Wedding Anniversary Renewal of Vows was indeed the right decision. His professionalism and personalized touch shone through from our very first inquiry, throughout our meetings, and right up to the day of the ceremony. He consistently arrived on time for every meeting and devoted his time to understanding our love story. He promised us a unique vow renewal ceremony, and he exceeded our expectations.
We are delighted with how our ceremony turned out. Our friends and family who witnessed this extraordinary event continue to talk about how our ceremony stood apart from traditional weddings. Rev. Phil shared our “Happy Days” love story in a way that captivated and touched everyone present.
As we relive this special day, we remain grateful for the unforgettable memories he helped create."I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
Every person in the processional was applauded. That was so nice, so affirming of them. Your guests responded so enthusiastically to your love story. Since it was your 25th renewal of vows, people had not heard that story for a long time. (if ever).
Kind of you to say that I "exceeded your expectations." Even renewal of vows ceremonies should have guests "continue to talk about it."
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Chris Sent on 01/09/20255 out of 5 rating
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Rev Phil is perfect and worth it!
Rev. Phil was a light of the day. His words were so amazing and well said and when he spoke about us he was able to truly grasp the uniqueness. He put in the time to be sure to do that, we had multiple meetings with him explaining our love story and the way he put it into a fun, concise, and meaningful ceremony was so great. He was so professional and on top of every detail to make sure we had the perfect day. He cared about absolutely every detail and worked with our venue, dj, photographer in advance of the day to make sure all were on the same page. He ensured the photographer knew important timings and he stepped out of the way before announcing us and the kiss. It was just so perfect, his public speaking was amazing and again the way he was able to tie a tapestry of stories and love, we will be so grateful forever.Rev. Phil was a light of the day. His words were so amazing and well said and when he spoke about us he was able to truly grasp the uniqueness. He put in the time to be sure to do that, we had multiple meetings with him explaining our love story and the way he put it into a fun, concise, and meaningful ceremony was so great. He was so professional and on top of every detail to make sure we had the perfect day. He cared about absolutely every detail and worked with our venue, dj, photographer in advance of the day to make sure all were on the same page. He ensured the photographer knew important timings and he stepped out of the way before announcing us and the kiss. It was just so perfect, his public speaking was amazing and again the way he was able to tie a tapestry of stories and love, we will be so grateful forever."I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
Your 3 flower girls -- the youngest in a red wagon -- were adorable. Chris, you were blinking hard when your bride came down the aisle -- in spite of doing hours of photos with her.
What a compliment to be called "a light of the day"! You two are unique -- thanks for saying I captured that. Ceremonies should be "fun, concise and meaningful." That's what I strive for.
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Mari Sent on 01/09/20255 out of 5 rating
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Highly recommended! Excellent and personalized service!
We cannot express enough how thankful we are for having Rev. Phil as part of our special day. From the moment we met him, it was clear that he was dedicated to making our ceremony a true reflection of our relationship. He took the time to get to know us, and his ability to personalize the ceremony with our unique love story was truly special. Every word he spoke resonated deeply with us, and it felt as though he had known us for years.
The entire process of working with him was seamless and enjoyable. He guided us through every step, offering suggestions while also ensuring that our wishes were always honored. His patience and kindness put us at ease, especially during moments when we were feeling nervous or unsure.
When it came time for the ceremony, we were in awe of how beautifully it all came together. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how heartfelt and personalized the ceremony was. It was unlike any other wedding ceremony they had attended, and it made our day feel even more meaningful.
We are so thankful for the role Rev. Phil played in our wedding. He truly helped to create an experience that we will cherish forever. His warmth, attention to detail, and ability to craft such a personal and memorable ceremony made all the difference. We highly recommend him to any couple who wants a ceremony that is not only unique but also filled with love and authenticity.
- The Sparks 💖We cannot express enough how thankful we are for having Rev. Phil as part of our special day. From the moment we met him, it was clear that he was dedicated to making our ceremony a true reflection of our relationship. He took the time to get to know us, and his ability to personalize the ceremony with our unique love story was truly special. Every word he spoke resonated deeply with us, and it felt as though he had known us for years.
The entire process of working with him was seamless and enjoyable. He guided us through every step, offering suggestions while also ensuring that our wishes were always honored. His patience and kindness put us at ease, especially during moments when we were feeling nervous or unsure.
When it came time for the ceremony, we were in awe of how beautifully it all came together. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how heartfelt and personalized the ceremony was. It was unlike any other wedding ceremony they had attended, and it made our day feel even more meaningful.
We are so thankful for the role Rev. Phil played in our wedding. He truly helped to create an experience that we will cherish forever. His warmth, attention to detail, and ability to craft such a personal and memorable ceremony made all the difference. We highly recommend him to any couple who wants a ceremony that is not only unique but also filled with love and authenticity.
- The Sparks 💖"I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
Your flower girl was a big hit -- go grandma! Guests so enjoyed your love story -- you let me keep it real.
Honored that if felt like I "had known you for years." I spend a lot of time getting to know you.
Thank you pointing out that I shared my expertise but in a way that honored your wishes. Getting you a complete script in advance confirmed that for you.
Ceremonies should be "personable and memorable." Thanks for saying that I made yours to be just that. -
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Traci Sent on 01/08/20255 out of 5 rating
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Rev. Phil delivered our vision! Our ceremony was exactly what we wanted!
Rev. Phil was worth every penny! He orchestrated an unforgettable, heartfelt, and engaging ceremony that felt so meaningful and genuine and set the tone for the evening. We wanted a light-hearted, semi-religious, not-so-traditional ceremony outside of the church that captured our unique bond and kept our guests engaged. Rev. Phil delivered our vision! He did all the heavy lifting in the planning process which made things so easy on us. Our script turned out perfect! The ceremony felt like it was truly ours. Rev. Phil knew the best way for us to honor our parents in a way they would love and appreciate, which they did! The "secret loves" part of the ceremony was fun and incredibly touching. Our guests were so impressed, many said it was the best ceremony they had ever been to. We laughed, we cried, and we felt so much love in the room. We are so grateful Rev. Phil officiated our ceremony. We will never forget it!Rev. Phil was worth every penny! He orchestrated an unforgettable, heartfelt, and engaging ceremony that felt so meaningful and genuine and set the tone for the evening. We wanted a light-hearted, semi-religious, not-so-traditional ceremony outside of the church that captured our unique bond and kept our guests engaged. Rev. Phil delivered our vision! He did all the heavy lifting in the planning process which made things so easy on us. Our script turned out perfect! The ceremony felt like it was truly ours. Rev. Phil knew the best way for us to honor our parents in a way they would love and appreciate, which they did! The "secret loves" part of the ceremony was fun and incredibly touching. Our guests were so impressed, many said it was the best ceremony they had ever been to. We laughed, we cried, and we felt so much love in the room. We are so grateful Rev. Phil officiated our ceremony. We will never forget it!"I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
It was standing room only for your ceremony. Thanks for letting me turn off the gas fireplace I was standing directly in front of.
Wedding ceremonies should be "unforgettable, heartfelt and engaging" -- not cookie cutter boring.
Thanks for saying I met your vision. That's my goal -- your wedding, your way.
Having guests say it was "the best wedding they have ever been to" is the highest of compliments. -
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Carolyn Sent on 01/08/20255 out of 5 rating
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Memorable ceremony
We are so pleased with choosing Reverend Phil for officiating our big day! We made the right decision! We had a beautiful, organized and very memorable ceremony. Our family and friends kept saying how wonderful our wedding ceremony. We would definitely recommend him to anyone we know. Thank you Rev. Phil!
We are so pleased with choosing Reverend Phil for officiating our big day! We made the right decision! We had a beautiful, organized and very memorable ceremony. Our family and friends kept saying how wonderful our wedding ceremony. We would definitely recommend him to anyone we know. Thank you Rev. Phil!
"I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
You honored your grandparents and sponsors by having them in the processional. You honored your mothers with flowers. You honored your heritage, Carolyn, with cord/veil and coins.
Ceremonies should be "beautiful, organized and very memorable." Thanks for saying so. -
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Francesca Sent on 01/04/20255 out of 5 rating
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Thorough and Personalized
Rev. Phil was the perfect officiant for our special day.
When we started planning our wedding, my husband and I agreed that the ceremony was something we wanted to invest in.
We weren’t sure how to search for an officiant due to our different religious backgrounds but after our initial conversation we knew Rev. Phil was the one (fun fact: he was the first and only officiant we looked at)
Communication was what really sold us. Rev. Phil explained everything from beginning to end, took notes of traditions that were important to us, and even communicated between vendors which took a lot of stress from us.
Our ceremony was definitely tailored to us a perfect balance of tradition and modernization. Our guests told us several times how personal the ceremony was and that was exactly what we strived for. Overall, worth every penny.
We truly are blessed and thankful to have worked with Rev. Phil.Rev. Phil was the perfect officiant for our special day.
When we started planning our wedding, my husband and I agreed that the ceremony was something we wanted to invest in.
We weren’t sure how to search for an officiant due to our different religious backgrounds but after our initial conversation we knew Rev. Phil was the one (fun fact: he was the first and only officiant we looked at)
Communication was what really sold us. Rev. Phil explained everything from beginning to end, took notes of traditions that were important to us, and even communicated between vendors which took a lot of stress from us.
Our ceremony was definitely tailored to us a perfect balance of tradition and modernization. Our guests told us several times how personal the ceremony was and that was exactly what we strived for. Overall, worth every penny.
We truly are blessed and thankful to have worked with Rev. Phil."I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
Candles honored the memory of your brother and friend. Flowers honored your mothers. The Filipino traditions honored your heritage.
Yes, the ceremony is worth "investing" in to make it special. Thank you for saying it was "worth every penny."
Communication is so important. If's how you know the planning is moving along well and the ceremony is just what you want.
I was "blessed and thankful" to get to marry you. -
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Michelle Sent on 12/07/20245 out of 5 rating
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Wonderful Officiant
Rev. Mike was a wonderful officiant. He was the calming and positive presence we needed amidst all the commotion and stress leading up to the ceremony. He was professional, thorough and attentive. He kept the guests listening and he even remembered to step aside for the first kiss pic. Even the venue crew approached us to let us know how great he was. We're grateful Rev. Phil found Rev. Mike for us! Thank you again for a beautiful ceremony.Rev. Mike was a wonderful officiant. He was the calming and positive presence we needed amidst all the commotion and stress leading up to the ceremony. He was professional, thorough and attentive. He kept the guests listening and he even remembered to step aside for the first kiss pic. Even the venue crew approached us to let us know how great he was. We're grateful Rev. Phil found Rev. Mike for us! Thank you again for a beautiful ceremony."I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
Michelle, that's my team -- professional, calming, even having the venue praise Rev. Mike. I knew he would deliver "a beautiful ceremony". Blessings! -
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Phalgun Sent on 11/24/20245 out of 5 rating
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An Unforgettable Ceremony That Felt Uniquely Ours
Reverend Phil Landers was absolutely phenomenal and made our wedding ceremony truly unforgettable. Our guests couldn't stop raving about how personal, heartfelt, and engaging the ceremony was—it felt like he had known us for years!
From the start, Reverend Phil guided us through every step of the planning process with such care and professionalism. He helped us create a ceremony that was completely customized to our story, values, and personalities. One of our favorite moments was how he seamlessly blended humor and sentiment, making the ceremony both joyful and deeply meaningful.
If you’re looking for an officiant who will make your ceremony stand out and leave a lasting impression on everyone, Reverend Phil Landers is the one. We couldn’t be happier with our decision to work with him!Reverend Phil Landers was absolutely phenomenal and made our wedding ceremony truly unforgettable. Our guests couldn't stop raving about how personal, heartfelt, and engaging the ceremony was—it felt like he had known us for years!
From the start, Reverend Phil guided us through every step of the planning process with such care and professionalism. He helped us create a ceremony that was completely customized to our story, values, and personalities. One of our favorite moments was how he seamlessly blended humor and sentiment, making the ceremony both joyful and deeply meaningful.
If you’re looking for an officiant who will make your ceremony stand out and leave a lasting impression on everyone, Reverend Phil Landers is the one. We couldn’t be happier with our decision to work with him!"I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
Such an honor to have the groom write the review. Thank you, Phalgun.
Quite the compliment that "the guests couldn't stop raving." Ceremonies should be "personal, heartfelt and engaging." Kind of you to say so. -
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Michael Sent on 11/21/20245 out of 5 rating
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Great experience!
We had the pleasure of having Rev. Phil officiate our wedding, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From our first conversation to our wedding, Rev. Phil was warm, welcoming, and you can tell he knew what he was doing. The ceremony was beautifully personalized. Rev. Phil took the time to understand our love story and incorporated elements that truly reflected our relationship. The vows were meaningful and our guests loved his incorporation of our story. Rev. Phil lead our rehearsal and did a great job in helping set us up for our big day! On the day of the wedding, Rev. Phil arrived early, calm and composed, which helped ease our nerves. The ceremony flowed seamlessly, and their ability to engage our guests created an intimate atmosphere that made everyone feel included. We received countless compliments from our friends and family about how lovely the ceremony was, and we wholeheartedly agree. If you’re looking for an officiant who will bring creativity, engage with your guests and make it memorable. We recommend Rev. Phil!We had the pleasure of having Rev. Phil officiate our wedding, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From our first conversation to our wedding, Rev. Phil was warm, welcoming, and you can tell he knew what he was doing. The ceremony was beautifully personalized. Rev. Phil took the time to understand our love story and incorporated elements that truly reflected our relationship. The vows were meaningful and our guests loved his incorporation of our story. Rev. Phil lead our rehearsal and did a great job in helping set us up for our big day! On the day of the wedding, Rev. Phil arrived early, calm and composed, which helped ease our nerves. The ceremony flowed seamlessly, and their ability to engage our guests created an intimate atmosphere that made everyone feel included. We received countless compliments from our friends and family about how lovely the ceremony was, and we wholeheartedly agree. If you’re looking for an officiant who will bring creativity, engage with your guests and make it memorable. We recommend Rev. Phil!"I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
You cried, Michael, when you saw your bride come down the aisle. It took 3 tries to get the unity candles lit :>)
Guests should be engaged, not bored. Twice you said they were. Thank you for that.
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Anna Sent on 11/15/20245 out of 5 rating
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Amazing Officiant Experience!
We ended up working with Rev. Paul Fasano, based on Rev. Phil's recommendation, since he was unavailable for our wedding date. Rev. Paul was fantastic in communication and helped us plan a beautiful wedding ceremony. We had no idea where to start with our ceremony and Paul had great suggestions for us. We had a great time working with him, Rev. Paul made us feel at ease! He was great with communication and answered all of our questions along the way.We ended up working with Rev. Paul Fasano, based on Rev. Phil's recommendation, since he was unavailable for our wedding date. Rev. Paul was fantastic in communication and helped us plan a beautiful wedding ceremony. We had no idea where to start with our ceremony and Paul had great suggestions for us. We had a great time working with him, Rev. Paul made us feel at ease! He was great with communication and answered all of our questions along the way."I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
That's my team -- full of wedding ideas, communicate well, setting you at ease. Rev. Paul creates a "beautiful wedding ceremony." Blessings! -
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Aubrey Sent on 11/14/20245 out of 5 rating
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Fun, heartwarming, and memorable!
Rev. Phil delivered an unforgettably touching, humorous, and unique ceremony that our guests raved about. When we first found Rev. Phil, we didn't have any specific vision for our ceremony - we assumed that since we were looking for a secular ceremony that it would be bare-boned. But after speaking to Rev. Phil (who was glad to perform a secular ceremony!) and watching the love story videos on his website, we clicked immediately and took the plunge. We did go beyond our original budget, but it was so worth it.Rev. Phil delivered an unforgettably touching, humorous, and unique ceremony that our guests raved about. When we first found Rev. Phil, we didn't have any specific vision for our ceremony - we assumed that since we were looking for a secular ceremony that it would be bare-boned. But after speaking to Rev. Phil (who was glad to perform a secular ceremony!) and watching the love story videos on his website, we clicked immediately and took the plunge. We did go beyond our original budget, but it was so worth it."I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
Traffic was 'fun' being the morning of the Chicago Marathon. We all got through it.
Secular ceremonies need not be boring. (And, yes, I'm glad to do them. I want the ceremony to reflect the couple, not me.)
Sharing your love story was so much fun! The laughter from your guests proved it. So did your guests "raving" about the ceremony.
Sharing your love story takes a lot more time and expertise. Thanks for going beyond your original budget, saying that it "was so worth it." -
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Daniel Sent on 11/12/20245 out of 5 rating
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Amazing Wedding with Rev. Phil
Rev. Phil is extraordinary! He is a fantastic officiant and an amazing person! His wide flexibility, diligent organization, and crystal-clear communication helped so much in reducing the stress in planning our ceremony and most certainly was worth the cost. His delivery of our 5 secret loves about each other were exactly what we imagined, and he did an excellent job officiating such an amazing wedding for us. The guests loved his personality, bringing up several of his quotes later on that night and the following days. It is clear that he is someone who does this profession because he truly enjoys it, as he takes the time to get to know each couple and their unique story and uses it to create a personalized script based on their specific qualities. One thing that especially demonstrated how caring he is was that even after the ceremony, he took the time to sit with some of our guests and learn more about us from them. Without a doubt, he was the best vendor at our wedding, and we would recommend him to anyone looking to start their special day with an excellent, memorable ceremony.Rev. Phil is extraordinary! He is a fantastic officiant and an amazing person! His wide flexibility, diligent organization, and crystal-clear communication helped so much in reducing the stress in planning our ceremony and most certainly was worth the cost. His delivery of our 5 secret loves about each other were exactly what we imagined, and he did an excellent job officiating such an amazing wedding for us. The guests loved his personality, bringing up several of his quotes later on that night and the following days. It is clear that he is someone who does this profession because he truly enjoys it, as he takes the time to get to know each couple and their unique story and uses it to create a personalized script based on their specific qualities. One thing that especially demonstrated how caring he is was that even after the ceremony, he took the time to sit with some of our guests and learn more about us from them. Without a doubt, he was the best vendor at our wedding, and we would recommend him to anyone looking to start their special day with an excellent, memorable ceremony."I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
Daniel, you had the biggest grin the entire time your bride walked down the aisle. (Armour House in Lake Forest has the longest outdoor aisle in all of Chicagoland.)
Such a compliment that your guests at the reception brought up words I had said during the ceremony. Proves they were engaged.
I do enjoy what I do -- and getting to know couples. It's my pastor's heart.
To be called "the best vendor of your wedding" is a great compliment. Thank you.
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Ryan Sent on 10/27/20245 out of 5 rating
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Wedding Review!
Rev Phil was worth every penny. His attention to detail and passion for what he does made the entire process seamless start to finish. We thoroughly enjoyed working with him and guests loved the entire ceremony! Highly recommend Rev Phil for anyone needing an Officiant!Rev Phil was worth every penny. His attention to detail and passion for what he does made the entire process seamless start to finish. We thoroughly enjoyed working with him and guests loved the entire ceremony! Highly recommend Rev Phil for anyone needing an Officiant!"I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
Ryan, you blinked really hard when your bride came down the aisle -- sweet. You honored your families with memorial candles, playing Ave Maria and the breaking of the glass.
Thank you for noticing that "the entire process was seamless, start to finish". That's my goal. I appreciate you "highly recommending" me. -
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Alyssa Sent on 10/23/20245 out of 5 rating
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Wonderful!
Reverend Phil was easy to talk to, helpful and very professional.
He went above and beyond and helped with the organization of our ceremony which I could not have done without him.
Our ceremony went off without a hitch and his outgoing personality helped us introverts express our love easily.
Couldn't be happier with my wedding day.Reverend Phil was easy to talk to, helpful and very professional.
He went above and beyond and helped with the organization of our ceremony which I could not have done without him.
Our ceremony went off without a hitch and his outgoing personality helped us introverts express our love easily.
Couldn't be happier with my wedding day."I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
Got such great reactions from other boats on the Chicago River! Alyssa, you laughed and you cried during the ceremony.
You've never done a ceremony before. I've done 1400. So happy to help with organizing it. Kind of you to point it out.
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Aaron Sent on 10/02/20245 out of 5 rating
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Very much worth it!
Rev. Phil was worth it through and through for our big day. My wife and I had such a wonderful and delightful experience working with Rev. Phil in preparation for our wedding. His professionalism yet gentle approach combined with the uniqueness of highlighting in detail our love story as he officiated made him a standout not just for us, but to our guests as well; some of which had seen *many* weddings in their day and yet found Rev. Phil’s approach and style to be a wonderful touch. For my wife and I, who can be very particular and specific souls when it comes to taste, we would certainly recommend Rev. Phil. His proactive communication and easy-going demeanor certainly helped alleviate some of the stress in the weeks before the wedding. Very much worth the cost.Rev. Phil was worth it through and through for our big day. My wife and I had such a wonderful and delightful experience working with Rev. Phil in preparation for our wedding. His professionalism yet gentle approach combined with the uniqueness of highlighting in detail our love story as he officiated made him a standout not just for us, but to our guests as well; some of which had seen *many* weddings in their day and yet found Rev. Phil’s approach and style to be a wonderful touch. For my wife and I, who can be very particular and specific souls when it comes to taste, we would certainly recommend Rev. Phil. His proactive communication and easy-going demeanor certainly helped alleviate some of the stress in the weeks before the wedding. Very much worth the cost."I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
The harpist sounded so beautifully. Guest audibly "awww"'d at the sweet spot of your love story.
Thank you, Aaron, for saying I was worth the cost. Calming your nerves, telling your love story is something that takes expertise and time. The ceremony should be the highlight of the day (it IS the point of the day, after all.)
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Xinyi Sent on 09/30/20245 out of 5 rating
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Perfect Wedding with Rev. Phil
Rev. Phil was amazing! He made our big day absolutely perfect and special! Our guests said that was the longest and sweetest vow they had ever heard! The "love secrets" part made the ceremony incredibly memorable, and it was really fun! We reached out to Rev. Phil only one week before our ideal wedding date, yet he responded swiftly, arranged everything beautifully, and gave us invaluable advice. Thanks to Rev. Phil’s support and professionalism, we now have unforgettable memories of our micro wedding!Rev. Phil was amazing! He made our big day absolutely perfect and special! Our guests said that was the longest and sweetest vow they had ever heard! The "love secrets" part made the ceremony incredibly memorable, and it was really fun! We reached out to Rev. Phil only one week before our ideal wedding date, yet he responded swiftly, arranged everything beautifully, and gave us invaluable advice. Thanks to Rev. Phil’s support and professionalism, we now have unforgettable memories of our micro wedding!"I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
You wore walking shoes out to Olive Park in Chicago. Then you switched to dress shoes for the ceremony.
Even short notice (one week) small weddings (micro wedding) should be personalized and unique. Thanks for saying yours was so memorable. -
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Robert Sent on 09/30/20245 out of 5 rating
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Wedding with Rev. Phil Landers
We were fortunate to have Rev. Phil Landers officiate our wedding, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the experience he created for us. From the moment we met him, his warm personality, thoughtful approach, and genuine care for our love story shined through. He took the time to get to know us as a couple, ensuring that our ceremony felt personal, heartfelt, and uniquely ours.
Rev. Phil's ability to blend humor, emotion, and deep meaning into his words was truly remarkable. Our guests were touched, and many commented on how beautiful and engaging the ceremony was. He made everyone feel included and brought an extra level of joy and love to the entire day.
If you are looking for an officiant who is not only professional and organized but also deeply compassionate and invested in making your ceremony unforgettable, Rev. Phil Landers is the one. He made our wedding day even more special than we could have imagined, and we highly recommend him to any coupleWe were fortunate to have Rev. Phil Landers officiate our wedding, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the experience he created for us. From the moment we met him, his warm personality, thoughtful approach, and genuine care for our love story shined through. He took the time to get to know us as a couple, ensuring that our ceremony felt personal, heartfelt, and uniquely ours.
Rev. Phil's ability to blend humor, emotion, and deep meaning into his words was truly remarkable. Our guests were touched, and many commented on how beautiful and engaging the ceremony was. He made everyone feel included and brought an extra level of joy and love to the entire day.
If you are looking for an officiant who is not only professional and organized but also deeply compassionate and invested in making your ceremony unforgettable, Rev. Phil Landers is the one. He made our wedding day even more special than we could have imagined, and we highly recommend him to any couple"I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
Robert, you walked down the aisle 3 times -- with each mom, with your bride.
Guests should feel included and touched -- not bored. Thanks for saying your guests were "touched" and "engaged."
So glad your ceremony was "personal, heartfelt and uniquely ours". That is what I strive for. After all, you two are unique. So, your ceremony should reflect that. -
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John Sent on 09/25/20245 out of 5 rating
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Amazing ceremony
Thank you again for an amazing ceremony. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how amazing you did. Everything you said about how the way you conduct your ceremony wouldn’t be like the usual boring ceremony was true. The guests and vikki and I loved it. You did wonderful. Thank you for making our big day that much more special.Thank you again for an amazing ceremony. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how amazing you did. Everything you said about how the way you conduct your ceremony wouldn’t be like the usual boring ceremony was true. The guests and vikki and I loved it. You did wonderful. Thank you for making our big day that much more special."I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
You honored your grandparents by having them in the processional. Your guests applauded at the end of my sharing your love story.. Wedding ceremonies should not be boring. Thank you for saying that I ensured yours was NOT. -
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Amy R. Sent on 09/21/20242.6 out of 5 rating
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A dictatorship over the wedding and vendors
He criticized us and told us we should have paid him 1.3K more so he could do the rehearsalHe criticized us and told us we should have paid him 1.3K more so he could do the rehearsal"I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
Clearly, you are upset. I’m sorry for I do NOT remember saying anything negative to you. I never do. Four days after the ceremony, the wedding planner emailed me (and the other wedding pro’s) to call us her “dream team”. She said the mother of the bride wanted to post online reviews for us, she was that pleased.
The package you picked included a 30-minute same-day rehearsal. 4 months before your wedding, I sent one email offering to upgrade to a 60-minute different-day rehearsal for $250. 3 months before your ceremony, your wedding planner emailed me that the rehearsal was the day before at a different location. I replied to her (copying you) that your package didn’t include it. I told her it’d be $250 for me to lead it. Once your wedding planner said she would lead it, I did not mention it again.
Before the ceremony, I went over with you action steps during the ceremony – something the wedding planner can’t do. The ceremony was smooth. It was wonderful.
I contact all the other wedding pro’s the week of your wedding with info they need for the ceremony. (Very rare for an officiant to do but makes the ceremony smoother, helps you get better photos and video.) I did ask you to not share the script with them – since some also officiate (or know someone who does.). It has taken me years to perfect the script.
Thank you for the 5 stars for the quality of the service and for the response time. Thanks, again, for the tip.
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Lea K. Sent on 07/09/20245 out of 5 rating
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Rev Phil is a MUST
5 stars is not even enough!! He is a BIG part of why we got the wedding of our dreams. Rev Phil truly did a remarkable job. He makes the ceremony so personal, we laughed we cried and I wouldn’t change a thing about it! He is worth every penny and more. So many people after our wedding are talking about it. He keeps people engaged the entire time. Booking with him is a must if you want to have a wedding for people to remember.5 stars is not even enough!! He is a BIG part of why we got the wedding of our dreams. Rev Phil truly did a remarkable job. He makes the ceremony so personal, we laughed we cried and I wouldn’t change a thing about it! He is worth every penny and more. So many people after our wedding are talking about it. He keeps people engaged the entire time. Booking with him is a must if you want to have a wedding for people to remember."I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
The crying started when you walked down the aisle, Lea. Your fiance was blinking hard.
The groom's parents confirmed that they learned where your first kiss was as I told your love story (in his bedroom, next to theirs where they were sleeping!)
Thanks for saying the ceremony was "so personal", that you "laughed and cried." I strive for genuine emotion. Weddings should not be boring.
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Jeffrey Sent on 05/28/20244.8 out of 5 rating
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Rev Phil definitely didn't disappoint
We wanted to extend our heartfelt gratitude for the incredible ceremony Rev. Phil orchestrated on our wedding day. His eloquence, warmth, and attention to detail made the moment truly magical for us and our guests. His guidance and support throughout the process were invaluable, and we are forever thankful for the role Rev. Phil played in making our day unforgettable.We wanted to extend our heartfelt gratitude for the incredible ceremony Rev. Phil orchestrated on our wedding day. His eloquence, warmth, and attention to detail made the moment truly magical for us and our guests. His guidance and support throughout the process were invaluable, and we are forever thankful for the role Rev. Phil played in making our day unforgettable."I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
Guests so enjoyed your love story. Your vows -- in Mandarin -- cracked each other up.
Thank you for saying your ceremony was "magical". That's the opposite of boring.
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Melissa Sent on 05/01/20245 out of 5 rating
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The Best Decision We Ever Made
Reverend Phil, where do I begin? Without a doubt, he was the best investment we made for our wedding! He truly made the wedding so special and so unique to us that I don't think anyone else could ever do! He blew us and the guests away with his phenomenal ceremony. His storytelling, organization skills and professionalism are some of the qualities I loved about him so much. His attention to detail and light personality made the planning process so easy and smooth. Even the rehearsal was so well directed, I knew I could trust him on the big day. The ceremony is by far the most important part of the day and we knew we needed someone who understood what we wanted. Revered Phil goes above and beyond for his couples and from the moment we met with him, I knew we made the right decision. You will not be disappointed by having Reverend Phil at your wedding. We cannot thank him enough for his absolutely flawless work during the entire ceremony. The first words my husband and I mentioned, was how absolutely PERFECT the ceremony had gone. It could not have gone any better and truly was better than what I had imagined. Thank you Reverend Phil for making our big day a dream come true! Please choose to work with him and you will be overjoyed!Reverend Phil, where do I begin? Without a doubt, he was the best investment we made for our wedding! He truly made the wedding so special and so unique to us that I don't think anyone else could ever do! He blew us and the guests away with his phenomenal ceremony. His storytelling, organization skills and professionalism are some of the qualities I loved about him so much. His attention to detail and light personality made the planning process so easy and smooth. Even the rehearsal was so well directed, I knew I could trust him on the big day. The ceremony is by far the most important part of the day and we knew we needed someone who understood what we wanted. Revered Phil goes above and beyond for his couples and from the moment we met with him, I knew we made the right decision. You will not be disappointed by having Reverend Phil at your wedding. We cannot thank him enough for his absolutely flawless work during the entire ceremony. The first words my husband and I mentioned, was how absolutely PERFECT the ceremony had gone. It could not have gone any better and truly was better than what I had imagined. Thank you Reverend Phil for making our big day a dream come true! Please choose to work with him and you will be overjoyed!"I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
Your guests so enjoyed your love story. So did my wife when I told her at home -- it's that memorable and fun.
Your ceremony was, indeed, "perfect" Glad you said it to each other right after the ceremony -- and in your review.
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Julie Sent on 03/02/20245 out of 5 rating
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Extremely happy and more than pleased with Rev Phil’s ceremony
Rev Phil was like a family member performing our ceremony.
Rev.Phil’s warmth and humor were a special “ plus” for our service.
We are extremely happy to have found Rev Phil to make our wedding day one to remember
With love and laughter throughout. Rev Phil was very understanding and guided us effortlessly through the whole process and he made himself easily available for a call or email.Rev Phil was like a family member performing our ceremony.
Rev.Phil’s warmth and humor were a special “ plus” for our service.
We are extremely happy to have found Rev Phil to make our wedding day one to remember
With love and laughter throughout. Rev Phil was very understanding and guided us effortlessly through the whole process and he made himself easily available for a call or email."I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
The communication before your wedding helped me get to know you. Glad to incorporate that in your ceremony -- resulting in a memorable ceremony with laughter (me, too) and love. You are a delightful couple. -
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Shibai Sent on 01/15/20245 out of 5 rating
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It was an incredible experience
Very professional and responsive to all our needs. It was great to have him.Very professional and responsive to all our needs. It was great to have him."I Do" Weddings with Rev. Phil Landers's reply:
An intimate wedding with friends, a professor and people on Zoom. Your love about each other were so sweet -- as were your many kisses after I pronounced you husband and wife. Thanks for your kind words -- it's important to have an officiant who is "professional and responsive." Blessings. -
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