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About
“How many years have you known the bride & groom?”
We hear that pretty often!
I (or we) will speak with both of you - by phone or in person - to create a very personal, unique ceremony that expresses your commitment and shines light on the things that brought you together - and with a joyful sense of humor!
As a Non-Denominational minister for 30 years, I've performed weddings in a variety of venues: a speedboat, backyards, river boats, country clubs, parks, the Renaissance Festival, farms, and churches.
My background also includes: professional musician, published novelist and screenwriter, on-air personality in Minneapolis radio, and the prayer and healing communities of Wooddale Church, & The House Church.
My wife Susan is also a Non-Denominational minister, with years of experience in prayer & healing ministry (including Wooddale Church and The House Church), and is either involved in the ceremonies as a joyful presence, or officiating ceremonies of her own in her uniquely loving & personable manner. She’s a true gem!
Let's talk soon - Susan and/or I are always happy to talk with you about The Big Day! 🎉😄❤️
Also available for baptisms and funerals/memorial services, and counseling.
Overview
Hired 199 times
Serves Minnetonka, MN
Background checked
2 employees
30 years in business
Business hours
Sun8:00 am - 8:00 pmMon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.
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Services offered
Type of ceremony
Service type (affiliation)
Christian
Catholic
Jewish
Interfaith
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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Olivia M.
May 27, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Was an amazing officiant and added to the vibe of our wedding. He made sure to discuss what we wanted included or excluded ahead of time and offer adjustments where necessary. Was very timely.
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
Brooklyn A.
Jul 26, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Rev Carl was extremely helpful when it came to helping us making everything official! Very kind and excited! He shared helpful tools and resources ! He was great overall. Highly recommend him to officiate your wedding !
Details: Wedding • Non-denominational (mentions God) • 21 - 50 guests • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Shari M.
May 3, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Rev. Carl paid attention to the details that were given to him. He was VERY understanding of the brides parents wishes for the wedding and we had a good laugh about their “old school ways!” His information was passed on to the other engaged friends and family at the wedding.
Details: Wedding • Christian • 21 - 50 guests • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Joe T.
Jun 1, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Carl did a great job capturing our love story while adding his humor to the ceremony which is always appreciated.
His wife, Susan was a great addition to our wedding as well personality wise and with her video skills.
Details: Wedding • Christian • 101 - 150 guests • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Kimberly H.
Sep 22, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Rev. Carl did a fantastic job at performing our ceremony. He worked with us to personalize our ceremony and was very kind and caring. Our entire family and friends on both sides loved him and his wife Rev. Susan. It was a blessing and a joy to have them officiate our special day. Would 100% recommend them for your wedding.
Details: Wedding • Christian • 51 - 100 guests • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Credentials
Background Check
Carl Wergyn
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Pricing ranges from $200-$250 + $50 for each 30 minutes of drive time over one hour ($25 each direction.)
Discounts for active & non-active members of the military and first responders.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
******************************************************************************************* - some Biblical, some poetic. You are welcome to choose something else if you’d like!
At some time, let me know what readings (people choose 1-3 different ones) and vows you’d like - and give me some notes about how & when you met, your activities, wha makes you laugh, etc. - and I’ll make a story from that to incorporate into your ceremony - often improvised to be most personable (I have a history of performing in theatre, music & broadcasting, often with no script!)
**************************************************************************, so any last-minute changes would be made immediately.
Meanwhile, if you decide to hire me, I ask for payment as soon as comfortable for you, via e-payment (I use most all of them). In this way, I’m legally bound to you for your date & time; no contract ever needed in my 26 years of officiating. Please understand that my schedule fills in quickly; refunds only available within 3 days of payment.
Thanks & Blessings to you both!! - 🙏
How did you get started doing this type of work?
Many officiants/ministers say they got “The Call.” I literally got a phone call from my church, asking me to become an outreach minister!
