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About
I am an ordained pastor with 30 years of ministry experience, and a compassionate, energetic, upbeat personality. I have had the joy of performing more than 600 weddings in English and Spanish over the years. I have been officiating through Thumbtack.com since March of 2020 and am honored to have been awarded the coveted "Top Pro" status each year. Every ceremony is personal and special to me, and I give my very best to every service I officiate. I have 2 main goals as your wedding officiant: 1) to provide you with a customized ceremony that you and your spouse will love and fondly remember, and 2) for you to relax and enjoy your wedding ceremony as I guide you through the service. You, your fiancé and I will collaborate together to design your personalized ceremony. I can also provide premarital counseling and help with vows. Thank you in advance for considering me as your wedding officiant. Other services I offer include quinceañeras, funeral, burial, baptism, house dedication, and celebration of life ceremonies.
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 419 times
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1 employee
26 years in business
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Services offered
Type of ceremony
Service type (affiliation)
Christian
Non-denominational (mentions God)
Non-religious (no mention of 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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Emily S.
Jun 21, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Pastor Jeff was a pleasure to work with from the start. It feels very comfortable to talk with him and he asked great questions to get the information needed to make the ceremony what we wanted. The ideas he gave us for the ceremony structure were incredibly helpful to us in figuring out how we wanted the ceremony to go. On the wedding day, Pastor Jeff's part in the ceremony was thoughtful and fun. We received feedback from guests that it was the best wedding ceremony they've ever witnessed. We would definitely recommend Pastor Jeff!
Details: Wedding • Christian • 21 - 50 guests • Help writing vows will be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Jay V.
May 6, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
We took time to research and speak with several weddingofficiants before our wedding, but the moment we had our first conversation with Pastor Jeff, the experience felt completely different in the best possible way.
This was one of the most important and special days of our lives, and we didn’t just want someone to come and officiate our wedding. We wanted someone who would truly understand our journey, bless us wholeheartedly, and make the ceremony meaningful. Pastor Jeff did exactly that and much more.
From our very first conversation, he made us feel comfortable and cared for. We shared our story and journey with him, and he patiently guided us through the entire wedding process while giving us many thoughtful ideas and suggestions on how to make the ceremony more meaningful and special. He shared different options and creative touches that helped us personalize the event in a way that truly reflected us as a couple. Even though we ultimately chose to keep the ceremony simple, Pastor Jeff made it feel incredibly memorable and heartfelt.
On the wedding day, timing was very important to us, and Pastor Jeff arrived right on time and started everything smoothly. What truly surprised us was the amount of thought, effort, and heart he had put into the ceremony. Through his beautiful speech, he brought together our memories and journey in such a touching way that it made us relive every special moment that brought us together. It was emotional, unexpected, and incredibly meaningful.
Pastor Jeff did far more than simply officiate our wedding. He genuinely took the time to prepare, personalize, and make our day feel truly special. He even brought us a thoughtful gift that will always remain close to our hearts.
Thank you, Pastor Jeff, for your kindness, warmth, effort, and for making our wedding day so memorable. We are deeply grateful and would wholeheartedly recommend Pastor Jeff to anyone looking for an officiant who truly cares and makes your special day unforgettable.
Details: Wedding • Non-religious (no mention of God) • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Vanessa B.
7 days ago
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Hired on Thumbtack
Pastor Jeff was incredible! He made our ceremony feel so special, intimate, and personal. We were both so happy with pastor Jeff we couldn't have asked for a more perfect person to marry us, everything he said was so moving his words were so meaningful to us and the ceremony was so beautiful. Thank you again pastor Jeff you made our wedding feel very special.
Details: Wedding • Non-religious (no mention of God) • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Lisa A.
Apr 26, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
The officiant we hired was truly phenomenal. From the very beginning, he brought such warmth, professionalism, and genuine care into every interaction, making us feel completely at ease throughout the entire process. Their ability to personalize the ceremony and capture our story so beautifully meant everything to us. On our special day, they spoke with such grace and sincerity that it created an unforgettable and meaningful experience not only for us, but for everyone in attendance. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect person to guide us through such an important moment in our lives.
Details: Wedding • Christian • 21 - 50 guests • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Spanish • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Elizabeth F.
Feb 23, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
We were truly blessed to have Pastor Jeff officiate our wedding ceremony. He took the time to get to know us, understand our story, and craft a ceremony that felt deeply personal, meaningful, and full of heart.
On our wedding day, Pastor Jeff delivered the message with such grace, joy, and sincerity! We had a small intimate ceremony, and he created an atmosphere that felt full of love.
He exceeded every expectation and made our day extraordinary. Without any hesitation, we recommend him highly!
Details: Wedding • Christian • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
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Jeffrey Ware
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Base price of $300 includes initial consultation; sample wedding ceremony outline that clients can personalize according to their desires; a list of sample wedding vows, special readings and music resources, communication to answer questions and go over the outline; conducting the wedding ceremony, and filing the signed marriage license.
Conducting a rehearsal is $150.
Premarital counseling services also offered 1 - 4 sessions. $100 per session.
$25 Travel fee for services requiring the officiant to travel more than 50 miles or 1 hour to ceremony site.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We start by setting up a phone call or video chat, preferably with the bride and groom at the same time. The purpose is for you to get to know me and feel comfortable with me, for me to know your story and be comfortable with you, and to discuss your preferences for your wedding.
After the call, I will send you my credentials as proof that I am an ordained Christian minister, a sample ceremony outline with sample vows, readings and music links, a contract so you know my responsibilities, your responsibilities, and the cost which will not change unless further services are agreed upon by both parties. Integrity and trust are extremely important to me!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a Masters of Divinity from Trinity International University in Deerfield, IL, more than 30 years of ministry experiences, and have officiated more than 350 weddings. While I am blessed to be in high demand and honored to officiate many ceremonies, I strive to make every service personal and special. That's why I take the time to get to know you and your story. I want your ceremony to be meaningful and memorable, and for you not just to be satisfied, but to be thrilled with it!
