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About
Congratulations...you are getting married and you want to celebrate with family and friends. Wonderful. I offer a traditional ceremony with a bit of pioneer flavor thrown in. I would be delighted to assist you in any way I can.
One thing that is unique about my service to you is that the price is up to you. In the last year I have been paid as much as $500, and as little as 0. But, I still let you decide. I have been conducting weddings since 1979, and seen about everything. Give me a holler if I can help you out!
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 140 times
49 similar jobs done near you
Background checked
1 employee
47 years in business
Business hours
Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
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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.
Excellent 4.9
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Tricia M.
Nov 8, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chaplin Wayne, was the best, kind hearted, caring, kept our ceremony lighthearted, a little humor, but serious at the same time. Wouldn't have wanted anyone else to marry us. We are so grateful for him. Thank you!
Details: Wedding • Non-denominational (mentions God) • 20 guests or fewer • I'm flexible • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Sasha B.
Oct 11, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An Absolutely Wonderful Experience with Wayne!
We cannot say enough great things about Wayne! From the very first message, he was incredibly professional, responsive, and kind. He took the time to answer all of our questions and made sure every detail of our ceremony was just right. His calm and warm presence helped put us at ease throughout the entire process, and his words during the ceremony were both heartfelt and perfectly tailored to us.
Wayne went above and beyond to make our big day feel truly special and personal — we received so many compliments from our guests about how beautiful and meaningful the ceremony was. If you’re looking for an officiant who genuinely cares and brings both professionalism and heart to your wedding, Wayne is the one. We’re so grateful to have had him as part of our celebration!
Details: Elopement • Christian • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Autumn N.
Sep 16, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
My husband and I had the honor of having Wayne be apart of our ceremony and I don’t think I could have chosen a better match. Not only did he keep my guests entertained and laughing, but his calm, warming demeanor really shed a light on how beautiful each individual wedding he does is. You can tell how he listens to each persons story and incorporates that into the wedding itself. This isn’t just a job for him, it’s apart of his story as well. I would highly recommend sitting down and having that first conversation with him, from there I know you’ll hire him too!
Details: Wedding • Non-denominational (mentions God) • 101 - 150 guests • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Lan T.
Sep 25, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chaplain Wayne MacKirdy made our wedding ceremony perfect. He’s the kind of person who instantly puts you at ease and brings just the right balance of heart and joy. He is on top of communication too! We were so glad to have him at the wedding, and we can’t recommend him enough!
Chaplin Wayne is amazing. If you need a person to perform a wedding, I highly recommend Chaplin Wayne.
He is very good with communication and is very punctual. I recommend this man of God! Thank you, Chaplin Wayne
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
Credentials
Background Check
Wayne Mackirdy, Jr
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Here are the details: You decide!
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to sit down and have a meal together to get acquainted, and to talk about their plans, including the ceremony.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a seminary-trained pastor. I pastored a couple of churches in California before getting called back to Active Duty in the Army to serve as a Chaplain. Besides providing me with solid theological training, I have had the experience of working with couples of every faith, and some with no faith. Lot's of experience with young couples, and I love it.
