Ceremony options

A thoughtful ceremony, in a style that feels like you.

Pastor Michael performs religious, non-religious, interfaith, civil union, and vow renewal ceremonies.

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Wedding ceremonies

Build a ceremony around the moments, readings, vows, traditions, and tone that matter to you. Ceremonies are performed at the venue you choose.

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Elopements

For an elopement, you choose an honorarium between $225 and $425.

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Rehearsals

Bring the wedding party together with a clear walk-through that replaces uncertainty with confidence before the day arrives.

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Vow renewals

Celebrate the promise you have kept with a ceremony that honors the life you have built together.

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Optional premarital counseling

PREPARE/ENRICH premarital counseling is available for couples who want it. It is entirely optional, so you can choose the support that suits you.

Included with every ceremony

Personal care. Clear expectations.

Your ceremony and vows

Choose a customized civil, spiritual, or Christian ceremony, with vows and readings that reflect your wishes. Your ceremony follows your agreed plans, without unexpected preaching or prayers.

Your choice of venue

Pastor Michael performs ceremonies at your chosen venue in Ohio, Pennsylvania, or West Virginia. If you would like a church wedding, mention it when you get in touch.

A warm welcome

No judgment and no hassle. Couples living together, those entering a second or third marriage, and families with children born outside marriage are welcomed with love.

Mileage and rehearsal

Mileage and rehearsals are included in your fee. If your venue is more than two hours from Pastor Michael’s home, an overnight stay may be required. Discuss those arrangements when planning your date.

Music and a PA system

Ceremony music and a PA system are provided at no additional charge, a $250+ value.

One clear ceremony fee

No extra charges for mileage, rehearsals, or the number of guests attending your ceremony.

Ceremony pricing

A clear price for your plans.

Elopements: You choose an honorarium between $225 and $425.

Other wedding ceremonies: $50 holds your date, with the remaining $300–$500 due on the day of your ceremony. No contract is required.

Confirm the amount for your ceremony and any overnight arrangements before reserving your date.

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A professional presence

More room to be present.

Your vows, rehearsal, mileage, ceremony music, and PA system are included, leaving you free to focus on the promise you are making.

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Pastor Michael officiating an outdoor wedding as the couple holds hands