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About
Professional, ordained, wedding celebrant providing customized wedding services. We offer non religious or faith based services to all who wish to marry.
My specialty is making your intimate wedding everything you dreamed it could be. I will work with you to create the perfect ceremony and script - to capture your feelings and emotions and to make your ceremony uniquely yours!
Looking to get married quickly? let’s do it! I love the challenge of a last minute wedding!
Wedding next year ? Let’s start planning your service!
License signing only service: $150
Elopement or Mini-Ceremony: $250
includes:
7 - 10 minute simple ceremony
couples choose religious or civil wording
personal vows can be included
does not include unity ceremony elements (sand mixing, candles, etc.)
perfect solution for those intimate services with the couple and just a few guests (less than 4)
Simple service does not mean boring! This will still be a beautiful service.
Custom ceremony: $350
We'll work together to develop the perfect ceremony for your special day.
Consultation to gather details on your relationship and vision.
Fully customized ceremony including unlimited script revisions, that speaks of your personal love story
Unity elements can be added
ALL SERVICES INCLUDE:
Unlimited phone calls and messaging
Arrival 30 minutes prior to the ceremony
Signing and Mailing of your Marriage License
Back up officiant in case of an emergency
Recommended Vendor List (if applicable)
Travel supplement to be added if more than 50 miles from 46530.
Rehearsal attendance (and coordination as needed) $150
Other services to be negotiated.
Celebrate With Love and Hope!
Overview
Hired 105 times
6 similar jobs done near you
Background checked
1 employee
9 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Credit card, Google Pay, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2022
2021
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, responsiveness, and work quality.
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Anthony L.
Dec 28, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
Carol was great! She made us feel like we’d been friends for life. Such a sweet and caring person. We were blessed to find such a nice person to officiate our wedding. Thank you so much Carol!
Details: Wedding • Non-denominational (mentions God) • 20 guests or fewer • I'm flexible • English • I'm flexible
Wedding Officiant
Allyson S.
Nov 30, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
she was very nice to work with! super nice to talk to. I definitely would recommend her to people who want to get married!
Details: Elopement • 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
Jenny S.
Dec 19, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Carol did such a great job officiating our wedding. She took time to get know us and put together the perfect script for our ceremony. We're so grateful we found her!
Details: Elopement • 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 • Officiant does not need to be present at rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Chase H.
Oct 9, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
I chose Love & Hope as a last minute officiant for a micro wedding. Carol & Kathy were both very helpful and responsive when it came to the big day. Kathy ministered a wonderful ceremony and I would absolutely recommend them to any prospective couple selecting an officiant.
Details: Elopement • Christian • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal • Officiant does not need to be present at rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Nisha B.
Aug 25, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
Carol is really an amazing officiant. She came in time and did all the paperwork perfectly. I would highly recommend her as an weddingofficiant.
Details: Elopement • 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 • Officiant does not need to be present at rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Credentials
Background Check
Carol Kraus
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
The fee includes a customized service based on our discussions and with your input. There may be a travel supplement of $50 depending on your location. My attendance at your rehearsal will also have a fee of $50 plus travel supplement which is also based on your location.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I prefer to meet with the couple to discuss our vision(s) and to see if we connect. I am proud of my relationships and connection with my celebrating couples. This first meeting is a no-obligation consultation and will be very conversational.
After we contract, we will work together to make your ceremony script meet your every need.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?