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Introduction: I am a naturally enthusiastic person, with strong interpersonal skills. You will not be getting a rent a pastor, but someone who truly will find out about you, your love, and your story.... Somehow I am intuitive to the needs of the family and insure that the day goes smoothly, whether it's the parents, the attendants, or anything that needs someone to coordinate. I am very hands on through the entire event. Love First has a team in place for all budgets points: Cake/sweet table Bartender hair/make up musician, guitar, piano, professional singers.. our people are flat incredible. Complete event planning (degreed in event planning...wicked creative. decorating with your ideas to insure proper flow of the venue. coordination of the wedding party (if it's a big event, someone needs to get everyone where they are to be, when they are to be there) Photography - professional that runs a large design house in the city, and this is her "side" hustle...she's crazy good! Please tell me what you need to make your dreams come true, and your budget and we can certainly make it happen! I believe in love, family, and commitment.. so it's wonderful to be part of that!

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Hired 62 times

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5 employees

11 years in business

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Donna J.

Nov 3, 2014

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Wedding Officiant

Shannon l.

Nov 29, 2015

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Non-Denominational Wedding Officiant

Elisha G.

Oct 13, 2014

Absolutely could not have asked for a better officiant! I was a spastic bride and this angel pulled me through everything flawlessly. I highly recommend this amazing lady to perform your ceremony she is a godsend!

Stephanie J.

Aug 12, 2015

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Meg was incredible from the first moment we spoke! I reached out to her, interested in having her officiate my son's Baptism/Baby Dedication ceremony. Her enthusiasm and energy were so genuine from the get-go I knew she'd be a great fit and she was! Beforehand we chatted about ideas and came up with a plan. On the big day, I was running around trying to fix decorations, change my clothes, get our son fed and ready, etc. and Meg was cool as a cucumber, pitching right in to help move things along. She even thought 2 steps ahead in making sure my Grandparents had chairs to sit in (as it was outdoor ceremony) something that hadn't even crossed my mind! During the ceremony her words were beautiful and her inclusion of everyone really made for a very special moment for all of our guests. Long story short, Meg is incredible!! We couldn't have asked for anything more.

Non-Denominational Wedding Officiant

Gina M.

Sep 18, 2016

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Meg arranged a face-to-face meeting with us several months prior to our ceremony. She also chatted with us via phone and email leading up to our event. She thoughtfully inquired about our love story and about our friends and families to get a sense of who and what we value as a couple. As promised, she walked our bridal party through the rehearsal in 45 minutes so that we had time to enjoy the rehearsal dinner. She arrived early on the day of the ceremony to interact with our friends and family as well as touch base with our DJ and photographer. During the ceremony, her energy and enthusiasm were palpable. It is obvious that she has a genuine passion for bringing couples together as they embark on their journeys through marriage. Meg even volunteered to stay throughout the reception and offered to take videos of the guests. We appreciated her efforts to go the extra mile for us! We'll send photos as soon as they become available!

Love First's reply

I need photo’s girl! I tell everyone about your wedding...we need pics!! How are you?

Non-Religious Wedding Officiant

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
It depends on travel, amount of people in the wedding party, rehearsal, and the time involved in the day. Small wedding, smaller price, Large wedding...much more labor and time intensive a bit more in cost.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We have a phone screen to decide if we're the right fit for one another. Then we meet for whatever period of time so I can get to know the STORY of your LOVE... it goes from there.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a trained CARE minister in the Christian church. Which means I walk people through their journeys of life, good and not so great. To get to the other side and thrive.

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