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About
Getting married in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Townsend, or the Great Smoky Mountains National Park? We would be glad to help you have a wedding that begins a life-long marriage.
I have been a pastor since 1981 and I love helping couples get off to a good start in their new life together.
Whatever you need, we have a great team of ministers, caterers, photographers and other caring professionals to help make your day everything you are hoping for.
Thumbtack does not send me the date you are looking for automatically, so please include that in the personal note you send me. That way I can let you know about availability when I write you back.
Overview
Hired 18 times
2 similar jobs done near you
Background checked
1 employee
45 years in business
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, Venmo, and Zelle.
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, work quality, and responsiveness.
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Lauren B.
Jul 24, 2026
We can hardly express our gratitude for everything Jim did to make our wedding day so incredibly unique, personal, beautiful, spiritual and even incredibly calm. I can’t tell you how many compliments we’ve received; most have said it was the nicest wedding they’ve attended.
Your words truly touched our hearts and we will treasure our day forever! Highly recommend!!!
Wendy D.
Apr 7, 2025
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Pastor Easton did a wonderful job officiating our wedding on April 2,2025. He arrived on time, was very pleasant discussing details while setting up his equipment to take pictures and officiate our ceremony. It was a tremendous value, with cake and flowers being provided in the package we chose, flowers were beautiful and the cake was delicious! We would definitely recommend Pastor Easton and his wedding services to anyone!
Details: Elopement • Christian • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Stasia M.
Feb 8, 2020
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Rev Jim made our daughters wedding special, and even reminded those in attendance of the beauty and importance of marriage.
Details: Wedding • Catholic • 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
Christopher P.
May 24, 2026
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He was great we renewed or vows and he helped me all the way through to surprise her thank you so much
Details: Vow renewal • Christian • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Amy C.
Nov 10, 2021
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Jim was an amazing person. Professional, punctual and made the whole event so comfortable and accommodating it felt like I knew him longer than the short time I actually had. Would def recommend him! We can’t wait for 10 years to renew our vows with him!
Details: Wedding • Christian • 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
Jim Eastin - Gatlinburg Wedding Minister's reply
Thank you so much. It was a real pleasure to meet you and help you get started.
Wedding Officiant
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James Eastin
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Basic In cabin weddings in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge area are $165.00. We have Wedding plus Photo packages starting at $385.00. Minister, Photos, Cake, and Flowers start at $545.00. We also have contacts with people who can help you with every aspect of your wedding.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
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