Joel Parkins

$200

estimated price

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Scheduling

Wedding officiant needed at rehearsal?

Service type (affiliation)

Responds in about 2 hours

Introduction: I have officiated hundreds of weddings over the past 38 years. People love my ceremonies because I am all about giving the bride and groom the wedding of their dreams.

Overview

Hired 18 times

Serves Kelso, WA

Background checked

1 employee

41 years in business

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, and Venmo.

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10 photos

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Reviews

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

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Rebecca F.

May 27, 2023

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Hired on Thumbtack

Pastor Joel was an awesome fit for the wedding. He was polite, punctual, and continuously in contact with our changing locations. The service was on the beach and due to changing tides, we changed the venue. If you are looking for an officiant, I would look no further than Pastor Joel. Awesome experience!

Details: Elopement • Christian • 20 guests or fewer • I'm flexible • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal • Officiant does not need to be present at rehearsal

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Kaila W.

Aug 29, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

Joel was absolutely incredible. We had our officiant cancel on us a few days before our wedding and Joel was more than willing to step in and help us out. Even with us being in an odd situation and throwing different changes at him, he went along with it and saved our day. He was very reliable and great to work with, made it stress free for us. He preformed a very special and amazing ceremony. Highly highly recommend.

Details: Wedding • Christian • 101 - 150 guests • 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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Aubrie v.

Jun 29, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

Joel was available and willing to officiate for my wedding on such short notice! He traveled to the location I wanted, made everyone around me feel comfortable, and had prayer and Bible versus for us for our ceremony and it was all lovely!

Details: Elopement • 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

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Kathryn H.

Dec 29, 2020

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Hired on Thumbtack

Joel was wonderful! He was exactly what we were looking for in an officiant. We were excited to meet a face that felt like we had been friends for a long time! Traveling to Oregon from Texas, we were hesitant about getting married and the problems we could run into. Joel took care of the details and we feel truly blessed!

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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Nicolle S.

Dec 5, 2020

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Hired on Thumbtack

Thank you Mr. Parkins for our Zoom wedding! It was exactly what we were looking for...My parents were elated that they could be a part of our special day. You brought such joy and professionalism to our unconventional wedding during quite the unconventional kind of year that only can be described as “2020”.

Details: Elopement • Non-denominational (mentions 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

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Joel Parkins

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My fee includes all the planning over the phone necessary before the ceremony, traveling expenses, and the actual ceremony itself.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
My highest hope is to create the ceremony you want. I do not take a "cookie cutter," one size fits all approach. After doing hundreds of weddings over the years I have done this every way you can imagine. Give me a call and we can come up with a plan.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a Master's in Christian Education from Gateway Seminary and have been trained on the job by some of the greatest pastor's in the country.