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Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly

Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly

Chicago, IL
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    Artem L. Sent on 04/18/2024
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    Perfect Officiant for a Heartfelt, Intimate Ceremony

    Reverend Bill truly made our intimate wedding ceremony a heartfelt and memorable event. His warm demeanor and thoughtful words resonated with all of us, creating a profound sense of unity and joy. Reverend Bill's professionalism and ability to tailor the ceremony to our personal story stood out remarkably. He was attentive to our wishes and provided guidance that enhanced our special day. His presence brought a sense of calm and reverence, perfectly matching the atmosphere of our private setting. We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant to lead us into this new chapter of our lives. Highly recommended for couples looking for someone who can make their ceremony as special and unique as their relationship.

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Thanks for your kind words, Artem. Performing your wedding was one of the highlights of my Spring! I enjoyed getting to know you too, even in our brief time. All the best to you in your married life!
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    Maria M. Sent on 03/02/2024
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    Perfect wedding!

    my wedding was put together quickly and I was hesitant on who I would get to perform it -I was pleasantly surprised -the Reverend was punctual and explained everything In detail -he took the time to ask about my family -as well as -spoke to them so he can get a feel of who we were
    He said just the right words when he married us
    I highly recommend him to others when trying to find a reverend

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Thank you for your kind words, Maria. I am glad you found me and glad I was able to great a beautiful wedding for you! Blessings, Rev. Bill
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    Kevin H. Sent on 01/01/2024
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    Thank you Rev. Bill!

    Rev. Bill accepted the challenge of a last minute wedding and helped us plan the ceremony in just 5 days! He was flexible and reassuring. Bill led a wonderful, small ceremony and was incredibly gracious through the entire process. We are so glad we found Bill, and we feel lucky that he was both available and willing to help us make a wedding happen in such a short time. Thank you Rev. Bill!

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Hi Kevin, and thank you for your glowing words! What can I say? I felt something say "yes, I'm up for this!" And I'm so glad I said yes. It's been great getting to know you two. You were so easy to work with and realistic about what could happen in five days. In the end, you had a beautiful wedding at the University Club. I'm so happy for you! Blessings, Rev. Bill
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    Erica Y. Sent on 11/27/2023
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    Absolutely worth it

    Reverend Bill was wonderful to work with. He replies instantly and is very transparent about the whole process. We are so thankful for all of his help and for his professionalism, even at the very last minute! He took the time to get to know us and we felt comfortable chatting with from the start. He was also very flexible! My husband and I were on the other side of the world when we were trying to plan our ceremony, and Rev. Bill always accounted for the time difference when setting up our Zoom calls. He is so thoughtful and he did a great job with our ceremony. My family was very impressed, and they can be a tough crowd sometimes. Thank you for all of your help, Reverend Bill!!

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Thank you, Erica! It was an absolute pleasure getting to know you and Yang. I enjoyed every minute of it - and then your wedding at Celeste was a fitting celebration! Please stay in touch! - Rev. Bill
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    Qingyuan Y. Sent on 11/28/2023
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    Thank you so much, Rev. Bill.

    Rev. Bill is the officiant of our wedding. He is extremely helpful, patient, and willing to listen. We are very lucky to have him as our officiant, and we would definitely recommend him to any of our friends who are getting married!

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Thank you, Quingyuan! I appreciate your kind words. It has been my pleasure and honor to serve as your officiant. All the best to you!
    - Rev. Bill
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    Teresa B. Sent on 12/19/2023
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    Memorable and easy to work with

    Rev Bill was delightful! Rev Bill created a warm, generous and loving ceremony. He also graced us with the blessing before our dinner began. Rev Bill was fabulous!

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Hi Teresa, Thanks so much for your kind words! I so enjoyed meeting you and Nicola and hearing your story of 100 walks. You have the kind of big, gregarious family that makes a wedding extra special and I enjoyed celebrating the two of you so much. Blessings, Rev. Bill
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    Michael L. Sent on 11/04/2023
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    Bill made us the perfect ceremony

    We had a truly wonderful experience working with Reverend Bill! From our initial consultation through the entirety of our wedding day, Bill was so thoughtful and attentive with the service he provides. We were specifically looking for an officiant to craft a secular, but still earnest and romantic ceremony for us. Bill crafted something that was customized to include various readings and moments that felt meaningful to our story as a couple. Chatting with Bill so that he could learn more about us brought us closer together as we had to recount our history together in a way that you normally don’t get to do very often.
    We received countless compliments from our friends & family about how great Bill was during the ceremony, and so many of the specifics people made reference to were things that were his creation for us. He was even able to provide some levity during an unexpected interruption that made the whole room laugh. So, Reverend Bill is a great speaker in addition to being a great Reverend. If it weren’t for only having your wedding day one time, we would love to work with him again.

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Thank you for your kind words, Michael, which touched my heart. It's been nothing but a pleasure to get to know you and Elizabeth. I too wish for another chance to get together. You're such a great couple. All the best! Rev. Bill
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    John G. Sent on 10/02/2023
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    Great experience with Rev Bill!

    We had Reverend Bill officiate our wedding this past August and have nothing but positive things to say. From the introductory meetings, planning sessions, to execution of the ceremony itself, he was always caring, considerate, and dedicated to making sure everything we were looking for was brought to life. He truly cared about getting to know us and what we were looking for, which made the process as fun and easy as possible. Rev Bill was great on the big day, giving a memorable and personal ceremony that received many compliments from our guests. Couldn't recommend him more!

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Thanks, John! It's been great getting to know you and Emily. Your Milwaukee wedding was a lot of fun. All the best to you both! Rev. Bill
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    Charlotte Sent on 07/24/2023
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    10/10 would recommend!

    Rev Bill was great! He was very responsive and professional! Bill offered great ideas that were unique which completely made our ceremony and we got so many compliments on how thoughtful it was! We would recommend him to any friends or family! Thank you so much!

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Thank you, Charlotte! Your Wisconsin wedding was one of my highlights of Summer 2023! Blessings on you both as you launch into your married life! Warm Regards, Rev. Bill
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    Mick S. Sent on 07/25/2023
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    experience with rev. Bill

    Reverend Bill made our wedding day an absolute dream come true! From the moment we met him, we knew we had found the perfect officiant for our special day. His warmth, genuine compassion, and infectious enthusiasm for what he does immediately put us at ease.

    Throughout the planning process, Reverend Bill was an absolute pleasure to work with. He took the time to get to know us as a couple, listening attentively to our love story, values, and aspirations for the future. With this deep understanding, he crafted a wedding ceremony that felt uniquely ours, filled with heartfelt moments that moved both us and our guests.

    His eloquence and captivating storytelling abilities kept everyone engaged throughout the ceremony. He flawlessly integrated humor and wisdom, striking a perfect balance that made the occasion both deeply meaningful and light-hearted. Many of our guests commented on how it was one of the most touching and beautiful wedding ceremonies they had ever attended.

    Reverend Bill's professionalism was outstanding. He was punctual, organized, and his calming presence helped to alleviate any pre-wedding nerves. He coordinated seamlessly with our wedding planner and other vendors, ensuring the ceremony flowed seamlessly.

    Moreover, Reverend Bill's ability to blend our cultural and spiritual backgrounds into the ceremony was truly impressive. He incorporated elements that were important to us with grace and respect, making the celebration inclusive and meaningful for all present.

    Even after the ceremony, Reverend Bill continued to be a source of support and encouragement. His genuine interest in our happiness as a couple touched our hearts deeply.

    We are incredibly grateful to Reverend Bill for making our wedding day a magical and unforgettable experience. He is not just an officiant, but a true storyteller, bringing love and joy to every couple he encounters. We wholeheartedly recommend him to any couple seeking a thoughtful, caring, and exceptional officiant for their wedding day. Thank you, Reverend Bill, for making our love story come alive in the most beautiful way possible!

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Mick, Thank you for your kind words. It was really my pleasure to work with the two of you, to get to know you, and to celebrate your love with a beautiful ceremony at The Armour House. Blessings, Always, Rev. Bill
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    Vivek N. Sent on 07/11/2023
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    Great job!

    Rev. Bill did an incredible and professional job. Our ceremony felt incredibly intimate and we couldn't be happier with how things went.

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Vivek, I so enjoyed getting to know you and Leah as the months rolled by. It's inspiring to see bring you people like you in the world! All the best as you move into this next phase of your lives! - Rev. Bill
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    David W. Sent on 10/22/2023
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    Excellent & Caring

    Rev. Bill did an excellent job with our ceremony and I would highly recommend him to anything looking for someone to officiate a wedding. He was very detailed in preparing for the ceremony and had some great suggestions. It was a very pleasant experience working with him to plan our dream ceremony and he really took the time to get to know us as a couple.

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Thank you, David! It was pure joy working with you and Jessica to create your ceremony. Officiating at The Pfister was the icing on the cake! Warm Regards to you! Rev. Bill
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    Kristine Sent on 12/29/2022
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    Highly Recommend!

    It was a pleasure to have Rev. Bill as our officiant. Every step of the process was well-thought out, organized, professional, and tailored to our every need and request.

    He was so easy to talk to, he answered all of our questions and made everything so easy to understand. On our wedding day, he made us feel comfortable and even added some humor to make it more fun. Thank you Rev Bill!

    We highly recommend his service!

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Kristine, Thank you for your kind words. It was great meeting you and officiating for you at The Renaissance Chicago! Please stay in touch. Warm Regards, Rev. Bill
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    Richard D. Sent on 10/30/2022
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    Couldn't have been happier

    Were glad we chose Rev. Bill Epperly to Marry us, he was very respectful and kind and my wife and I felt very comfortable being married by him. We highly recommend Rev. Bill Epperly. It was an honer being married on our special day thank you 😊

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Richard, it was a pleasure meeting you and performing your Signing Ceremony. I hope you'll stay in touch! All the Best! Rev. Bill
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    Kaitlin L. Sent on 11/12/2022
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    Customized experience

    My husband and I are so glad we chose Rev. Bill for our wedding. We knew we wanted our ceremony to be unique to us, but weren’t exactly sure how to make that happen. Rev. Bill was great at helping us sort that out and was so patient when we were indecisive about certain aspects! We got many compliments on our ceremony and how it was very “us” - just what we were hoping for :)

    (Photos by Nikki Kate Photography)

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Thank you Kaitlin! Your wedding at Loft Lucia was so much fun. It has been great getting to know you. Please stay in touch! Rev Bill
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    Sean C. Sent on 11/30/2022
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    Very Well Done

    We are the couple which prefers a wedding to be formal and elegant, but also fun and loose. Rev Bill listens carefully, spends time getting to know you and your wedding ceremony style preference. He takes what he learns from you as a couple and prepares his delivery around it. The result was a wonderful ceremony and a memory that will live with us forever.

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Sean and Nicole, Your wedding at Salvatore's was so much fun. But even better were the conversations that led up to it. I wish you all the best as you travel on! - Rev. Bill
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    Rhoby T. Sent on 09/11/2022
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    Thoughtful and memorable ceremony

    We met with several officiants before choosing Rev Bill. My first impression of him was how thoughtful he was about our vision for the ceremony and the experience we want to remember for the rest of our lives. Throughout the process, he took the opportunity to get to know us individually and as a couple and made considerable effort to understand our ceremonial preferences. Rev. Bill was very organized, communicative every step of the way and accommodating and patient with our crazy schedules. Thank you for the memorable experience!

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Dear Rhoby, Thank you for your kind words! It has been my pleasure to work with, and get to know you and Brad. Your wedding at The Penthouse in Hyde Park was special for me too. Please keep in touch! - Rev. Bill
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    Michael H. Sent on 08/03/2022
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    Excellent Wedding Ceremony

    Rev. Bill was easy to work with and he took a personal interest in our journey to marriage. He helped us navigate a complete reschedule of our wedding due to the pandemic, and was always there to help us. When the day finally did come he was extremely well prepared and delivered an excellent service. Our guests raved about how much they enjoyed it. We greatly appreciated that Rev Bill kept the ceremony light and engaging befitting a joyous celebration. People enjoyed how humorous and genuine Rev Bill is and we wholeheartedly recommend him to perform your service.

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Thanks, Mike! It's been a journey as we both navigated the pandemic and then finally celebrated your wedding! I'm so glad to have met you and Mike and look forward to staying in touch. All the best! Rev. Bill
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    Megan R. Sent on 08/03/2022
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    Great Experience!


    Reverend Bill is awesome and a true professional! He was understanding of our unique situation and desire to move up our wedding and did a wonderful job creating a beautiful ceremony for us. Rev. Bill is personable and kind, and above all we really appreciated his timely communication and prompt responses.

    We cannot suggest working with Rev. Bill more to plan your perfect day. He is a great person that will go above and beyond to make your day special.

    Thank you Reverend Bill!

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Thanks, Megan. Your wedding at the Saddle & Cycle Club was really lovely. It's been great getting to know you. I wish you two all the best going forward! - Rev. Bill
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    Sharon Sent on 09/10/2020
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    Rev. Epperly helped make our wedding wonderful!

    We highly recommend Rev. Epperly. He is polite, professional, thorough, and attentive. He conducted our ceremony smoothly even under Covid-19 restrictions. He met with us several times and our ceremony was very personalized and meaningful.

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Sharon, Thanks for your review! I so enjoyed meeting you and Steve and getting to know you through the chaos and rescheduling. In the end, your backyard wedding was a great choice. I hope you'll stay in touch! - Rev. Bill
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    Max Sent on 05/01/2022
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    Great service

    Dr.Epperly is very responsive and extremely easy to work with. Working with him feels like working with someone that you have known for a long time. He is very personal and pays lots of attention to what you say. Would definitely recommend!

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Thanks, Max! I so enjoyed meeting and getting to know you at your Signing Ceremony. All the best as your journey continues. Please stay in touch! Rev. Bill
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    Michael J. Sent on 02/16/2022
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    Very Happy with Rev Bill!

    We were very happy with Rev. Bill, who served as the officiant for our wedding ceremony in January 2022 at the Ritz Carlton in Chicago. Our celebration was delayed by a year, and COVID continued to provide challenges even on our rescheduled date, but Bill made the day feel very special. He took the time to really get to know us, and we could not have picked a better officiant!

    Mike and Phyllisa Jansen

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Mike & Phyllisa, You are a classy couple. I was so happy to be able to create and officiate your ceremony! All the best as you travel on, and I hope we can stay in touch. Rev. Bill
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    Kaley M. Sent on 01/22/2022
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    Rev. Bill is the best!

    We hired Rev. Bill for our NYE wedding and we are so happy we selected him to be a part of our wedding ceremony! We both were raised in Catholic families but we did not want to get married in a church. Rev. Bill did an excellent job making our ceremony feel like a catholic ceremony without having to be in a church. Both of our families were extremely happy with how our ceremony went and we received compliments all night after the ceremony from our wedding guests on how nicely done and beautiful our ceremony was! Rev. Bill made us feel so comfortable being up there during our ceremony, and also planned several meetings leading up to our wedding so all 3 of us felt comfortable and did not at all feel like a stranger was conducting our wedding. We cannot recommend Rev. Bill enough! Thank you, Rev. Bill!

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Kaley, I have so enjoyed getting to know you two - officiating for you at the Hinsdale Golf Club on NYE was just the icing on the cake. All the best as you travel on! - Rev. Bill
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    John A. Sent on 02/09/2022
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    Outstanding

    We couldn’t have been more pleased with our ceremony. We were seeking a Catholic based ceremony, and Bill carefully listened and planned the ceremony based on our wishes. Many guests commented on the details and just how beautiful the ceremony was. Bill was easy to work with and readily available if we had a question or needed to make a change. Highly recommend. Thanks Bill!

    Weddings by Rev. Bill Epperly's reply:

    Hi John, thank you so much for your kind words. It was a pure joy getting to know you and Lisa and officiating for you at the University Club in Milwaukee! - Bill
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