Tessi Muskrat Rickabaugh, Weddings by Tessi

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$150

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Responds in about 2 hours

Introduction: Special COVID-19 note: It is important to me that you and your loved ones stay safe. I practice social distancing and wear a mask before and after the ceremony. I am willing to wear one during the ceremony if requested, and do ceremony planning via phone/email to minimize contact. As a woman offering wedding officiation, I provide a flexible, personalized wedding service which is as traditional or as unique as you desire. I also offer weddings in American Sign Language, if participants happen to be Deaf/Hard of Hearing. I love engaging with couples to create a wedding experience which uniquely reflects their personalities, preferences and situation. I love to bring a caring, supportive, enthusiastic presence into the process of creating a the couple's "perfect day", whatever that looks like for them. Note: I rarely book weddings more than 6 months in advance, but if you want to request me for a date more than 6 months away, send me a message and we'll see what we can work out.

Overview

Hired 52 times

3 similar jobs done near you

Background checked

10 years in business

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Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo

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This pro indicated that they reviewed CDC safety guidelines for COVID-19 and pledged to do the following:

Maintain 6 feet of distance from customers

Wear masks during the job

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.

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Kristine L.

1 month ago

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So glad I booked Tess to do our wedding. She responded quickly. Our wedding was unconventional & it didn’t phase her at all. She walked us through the process. She was just great all around & made our wedding super special.

Details: Wedding • Non-denominational (mentions 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

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Jennifer H.

Mar 9, 2022

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Tessi did our small wedding on pretty short notice. She was on time, professional, and very accommodating. I would definitely recommend her!

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 • Officiant does not need to be present at rehearsal

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Jennifer M.

Dec 12, 2021

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Tessi was extremely helpful in guiding us through the process and highly responsive when answering questions. Day of wedding, she preformed a beautiful ceremony that was both simple and inclusive to our wishes. So very happy with how everything turned out!!

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 • Officiant does not need to be present at rehearsal

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Shannon R.

Sep 22, 2021

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Tessi was excellant and very accommodating to all the changes I made to the ceremony. If you are looking for and officiant I would definitely go with Tessi! She is very professional and open to all ideas you have. We did a handfasting ceremony and she was already knowledgeable about the ceremony so if your doing something similar Tessi is the way to go!

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 • Officiant does not need to be present at rehearsal

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Craig F.

Aug 16, 2021

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Tessi did a fantastic job officiating our wedding, I would highly recommend her for your wedding.

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

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Tessi Muskrat Rickabaugh

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My base fee for a wedding is $100 with the ceremony I provide. Customizing the ceremony to fit exactly your ideas is an additional $25, and facilitating/attending the rehearsal ranges $25-$50, and travel can cost an additional $50-$150 depending on how far from Columbia/Fulton/Jefferson City area I have to travel. I offer pre-wedding consultation and counseling sessions as well; contact me for details and pricing! I do not usually book weddings more than 6 months out, so if you're planning far in advance, feel free to contact me closer to the day!
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
My new-customer process is as varied as my customer! Some people just need an officiant to show up, ready to perform a marriage, others would prefer to meet virtually in advance and carefully craft exactly the service they desire. I'm flexible, depending on the needs and the situation, but I always strive to be easy to work with, prompt in my communication, and fully invested in your needs.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I'm an ecumentical minister, serving primarily in the field of spiritual direction, and have completed the training program of Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation, Washington, DC. I'm also a certified, licensed American Sign Language interpreter, which means I'm able to perform a wedding in either ASL or English, or a combination.