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About
Weddings are fun, joyful, and amazing. Whether you get married at church, in a backyard, at the beach, or in the mountains it can be a time to remember the rest of your life. My goal would be to help make it memorable. I can help with vows and answer any questions about how the ceremony can be modified to meet your specific desires and needs.
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I travel to officiate weddings from the North LA basin, Santa Barbara, Tehachapi region, all the way to Angels Camp, Yosemite, to the coast region. My cost include all travel with the exception of early morning weddings that I need to get a hotel for the night before. I am the Senior Pastor at Valley Christian Church in Tulare CA. I have been a pastor since 1994 and have officiated many weddings over the years. Let me help make your wedding a special day to remember.
I have worked with translators when needed.
I am available for pastoral premarital counseling, funerals, and memorial services as well.
*If I’m not available on your date, that’s usually because I have a wedding already planned or I’m out of town.
*I cannot perform weddings for prisoners, I am a chaplain for my local PD and it is against policy for me to do so.
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 254 times
4 similar jobs done near you
Background checked
1 employee
32 years in business
Business hours
Sun1:00 pm - 10:00 pmMon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
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Services offered
Type of ceremony
Service type (affiliation)
Christian
Catholic
Interfaith
Non-denominational (mentions God)
Need help writing vows?
I can work with couples who need help writing vows
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
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Brenda t.
Mar 24, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
We are truly grateful for the wonderful service provided by Pastor Allen during our wedding on March 14, 2026, in Carmel-by-the-Sea.
From the very beginning, Pastor Allen demonstrated professionalism, arriving punctual and well-prepared, dressed impeccably in a suit that reflected the importance of the occasion.
He took the time to understand exactly what we wanted for our ceremony and brought it to life perfectly. His words and delivery made the moment feel personal, meaningful, and unforgettable.
We especially appreciate his flexibility and understanding when we needed to adjust the ceremony time due to an unexpected delay. His calm and accommodating nature helped ease any stress and allowed everything to flow smoothly.
Additionally, his promptness in mailing our marriage license the very next working day showed his reliability and trustworthiness.
We highly recommend Pastor Allen to anyone looking for a professional, dependable, and genuinely caring officiant. Thank you for helping make our special day so perfect.
Details: Elopement • Christian • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
William I.
4 weeks ago
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Hired on Thumbtack
Pastor Allen did an excellent job. Our service was done outside in
the afternoon. It was conducted in a manner recognizing the heat
and everyone being uncomfortable put everyone at ease while performing the service.
Details: Wedding • Non-denominational (mentions God) • 21 - 50 guests • I'm flexible • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Kt D.
Jun 27, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Pastor Allen was AMAZING and so sweet at our ceremony, he made the whole process so easy for me. Which was so refreshing when planning a wedding!
Details: Elopement • Non-denominational (mentions God) • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Aleyda F.
Dec 5, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Pastor Allen officiated our wedding, and we couldn’t have asked for a more meaningful experience. He spoke with such warmth, sincerity, and intention that it felt like he truly understood us as a couple. The ceremony was beautifully done: personal, thoughtful, and full of love. We’re so grateful for the calmness and guidance he brought to our special day.
Details: Wedding • Catholic • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Pastor Allen Orr - $400's reply
Thank you for your kind words. You guys are an amazing couple and I will continue to pray for you.
Wedding Officiant
Erin G.
Oct 15, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Very reliable and professional! I’m very happy that we chose Allen to officiate our vow renewal and would recommend him to anyone!
Details: Wedding • Christian • 21 - 50 guests • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • I'm flexible
Wedding Officiant
Credentials
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Allen Orr
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
$400 is the standard for the weddings I officiate. Travel is included in the price. $100 deposit required to lock in your date. I also have a photo booth that I give a discount if I am officiating your wedding.
I am available on Sunday starting at 1pm depending on where the wedding would be.
If you need a church building for the wedding there will be an additional cost to use the church facility that I pastor.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I am available by text, Zoom, FaceTime, and if close enough a face to face meeting to discuss your upcoming wedding.
What types of customers have you worked with?
I have worked with all sorts of wonderful traditional couples on their weddings.
*I cannot perform weddings in prisons or jails. I am a chaplain for my local PD and it goes against policy.
