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About
***Hi! Thank you for visiting my page! Before you contact me, be sure to read about my pricing in the FAQ below. Since everyone's ceremony needs are different, please call or text me for a quote!*** Continue reading my introduction here...
I am an ordained minister (actual church ordination, not online) based out of Charlotte, NC with three decades of experience and a well-known reputation for my personalized approach. I officiate a wide variety of weddings...from simple backyard ceremonies to intimate elopements in the mountains to traditional weddings in a large venue or outdoor space. My basic approach to officiating weddings is:
- As an ordained minister, my ceremonies are from a Christian perspective, but not overly religious and can be adapted and customized to suit your needs
- To provide a personal and intimate ceremony
- To assist couples in crafting the ceremony they want
- Being time sensitive – not too long, and not too short
- Making sure the marriage license is complete and filed with the state
- Being a reassuring, calming, and spiritual presence for the couple and family before, during, and after the ceremony
If this aligns with what you are looking for in a wedding officiant, then I would love to connect with you!
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Christian
Catholic
Interfaith
Non-denominational (mentions God)
Need help writing vows?
I can work with couples who need help writing vows
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Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.
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Ashton M.
Jun 30, 2026
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Lem was great!
He communicated well with us leading up too, was professional, walked us through all the steps. He made our elopement ceremony amazing. Would deformity recommend him to anyone!
Details: Elopement • Christian • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Tnisha H.
Jul 19, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Lem was awesome to work with he followed up before I even had to. He set expectations up front with what we could expect. He was extremely personable and we felt like we knew him for longer than the whole process. I would recommend him to anyone looking for something meaningful without all the planning and expense associated with a wedding. Thanks Lem!
Details: Elopement • Christian • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
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Courtney W.
Oct 21, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Lem was the perfect officiant for our intimate wedding in our backyard. He was professional and conducted a short and sweet ceremony that embodied us as a couple. Look no further!
Details: Wedding • Non-denominational (mentions God) • 21 - 50 guests • I'm flexible • English • Officiant will be needed at the rehearsal
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Lady S.
Apr 24, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Amazing! Thank you so much for your service. Very genuine authentic person to work with. He is the best. You will be grateful to have him officiating such an important part of your life.
Details: Wedding • Christian • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
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Melanie S.
Mar 9, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
We highly recommend Lem LeRoy. He responded immediately to our inquire about getting married. He called us before the event to go over our wishes and made some great suggestions. He arrived promptly and we had a beautiful, touching ceremony in our home with our friends. Thank you so much Lem!
Details: Wedding • Non-denominational (mentions God) • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
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Lem Leroy
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My pricing begins at $200 for a local (south Charlotte/Ballantyne area), simple civil ceremony and goes up from there. My fee depends on your needs i.e. travel distance, length and style of ceremony, rehearsal, etc. I can be flexible on pricing based on your wants and needs.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
The process for moving forward is:
(1) to have a free consultation by text, message, phone, or video call to connect about the vision for your ceremony and for you to see if I'm a good fit for your needs, then
(2) complete a simple online contract and
(3) arrange payment
My fee includes my travel, unlimited consultations, ceremony planning, officiating the ceremony (traditional ceremony with vows, ring exchange, etc) and filing the marriage license.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Georgia. I was ordained in 1998 while serving a church in Athens, GA as the Pastor of Music and Worship. I have been a full-time minister since then serving churches in Georgia, Florida, and North Carolina. I've had over 25 years experience of helping couples plan and facilitate their wedding ceremony, in grand or intimate venues, either as an officiant or as a musician. I have been married to my wife, Ellen since 2006 so I can say from experience that marriage is one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences of a lifetime.
