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Commitment Ceremonies

Knowing that you have found your lifetime partner is a special thing. Some people spend their lives searching for that special someone. We not only want you to put the proper plans in place to prosper throughout your lifetime as a couple, but also want you to celebrate this union with a commitment ceremony. So we have compiled the most comprehensive list of religious figures throughout the country to help you do just that.

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National

  • A Perfect Union. "A Perfect Union" is a full service Wedding Chapel and located just 5 minutes from Laughlin Nevada on the beautiful Colorado River. We perform Affirmation of Love Ceremonies, Commitment Ceremonies, Renewal of Vows and Straight Weddings. We have been serving Laughlin and Bullhead City since 1987. We have been voted the "Best Chapel" and awarded an "Ambassador" award by the Las Vegas and Laughlin Visitors Authority. Laughlin is a complete Las Vegas style gaming resort with all the amenities and all the Water Sports. We have prices to fit every budget starting at $65. Call 1-800-238-7373 for appointment or email. See Website
  • Catholic Apostolic Church in North America. The Catholic Apostolic Church in North America is a Catholic church with valid sacraments, independent of Rome, that welcomes all; we perform Union Blessings. Website: www.cacina.org
  • Independent Evangelical Catholic Church in America. A validly consecrated Catholic Faith community extending the liturgical and sacramental life unconditionally to all persons. Bishop James Alan Wilkowski see Website
  • Spirit Of The Light. Spirit of The Light Ministry is dedicated to serving ALL of GOD'S children im every way. Love is the common denominator in the Universe. All Love and Light come from THE ONE Universal GOD. Sprtolight@aol.com
  • The Spirit of Life All Faiths Congregation performs commitment/wedding ceremonies & civil unions for LGBT and straight couples of all spirit/faith traditions. Also worship, grief support for pet/human losses,memorials/funerals. To contact call (212) 505-1569 email or see Website.

US Virgin Islands

  • Virgin Vows. Darr Conradson Minister. St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands. darr@virginvows.com

Alabama

  • Birmingham: Sky Dancer, Religion/Tradition: Shamanism, Left-Hand Path, Other Information: I require counseling with parties wishing to be married/handfasted; GLBT/poly friendly. Rites of passage, baby blessings, and other ceremonies at request. SkyDancer@houselilitu.org. http://www.houselilitu.org.
  • Birmingham: Priestess Morganna, Religion/Tradition: Eclectic Wiccan, Other Information: Willing to do almost any type of marriage. Can write a handfasting ritual. Also am able to do rites of passage rituals. Contact by email
  • Birmingham: Spirithawk, Religion/Tradition: Eclectic Wiccan. Contact by email.
  • Tuscaloosa/Northport: Gaelan Thorn, Religion/Tradition: Wiccan Eclectic, Other Information: LC ordained, performs rites of passage, circle blessings, birth blessings. Will perform handfastings after Mabon 2002. GaelanThorn@hotmail.com.
  • Birmingham. Pagan clergy. Legally ordained in Alabama and anywhere ULC is accepted. Will perform weddings, handfastings, other rites of passage. GLBT/Poly friendly. Will script rituals or work with yours. See Website Email: Freeman or (205) 939-1572

Alaska

Arizona

  • Holiday Del Mar, Religion/Tradition: Holiday Paganism, Other Information: I lead a monthly Pagan prayer circle. It follows the principles of Holiday Paganism, but it can be enjoyed by all Pagans and Pagan-friendly people. We are considering re-starting our Pagan Homemaking group. If you are interested in the group, or you want more information about Holiday Paganism, I can send you my booklet by e-mail or snail-mail. It's free! holidaydelmar@hotmail.com.
  • Prescott: Rev. Betty Russell, Religion/Tradition: Eclectic pagan, I am an Ordained Minister with the Universal Life Church. I am available for Weddings, Handfastings, Initiations, Affirmations of Love, Rights of Passage and general Pagan Knowledge. I am a High Priestess, I have a Doctor of Divinity and a Doctor of Metaphysics. LadyKileenBoan@aol.com.
  • Phoenix: Rev. June Ginall, Ph.D. H.D.M., M.S.C. Phone: 602-840-0087. A visionary, an uplifter who draws upon many, varied disciplines to empower the client to heal spiritually - the source of all healing - and if need be to heal mentally, emotionally and physically through appropriate therapies. ReverendJuneG@juno.com
  • Tucson: Rev. Joan Esther Eden. Phone 520-624-0763. Pastoral Counselor; Psychotherapist - Specialty - Dealing with Illness; Psychic Reader. problemsolver@zheriver.com.
  • Tucson: Rev. Susan Gallegos. Phone 520-743-2416. Gallegos@ag.arixonce.edu.

Arkansas

California

  • Berkeley/ Bay Area: Sean Parker Dennison. I am an Unitarian Universalist Minister and a gay, transgender man. I am always thrilled to perform commitment ceremonies for family. seanden1@home.com.
  • Bay Area: The Very Revd. John A. Bell, Apostolic Catholic Church in America, 6421 Hillegass Avenue, to contact email
  • Carlsbad: Special, exciting, pleasurable and sensational! Whatever your choice may be. Jewel Beatty is a professional officiate experienced and qualified in all aspects of ceremony. Contact by Phone (760) 931-9725 email or see Website
  • Hollywood: Saint Thomas the Apostle. Episcopal-Anglican Church. traditional Catholic Liturgy. 7501 Hollywood Boulevard - Hollywood, California 90046-2813.
  • Huntington Beach: High Touch Weddings & Ceremonies. Rev. Irma K. Sawyer. Non-denominational minister and ceremony coordination services available.
  • Los Angeles: A & A Holy Unions. Los Angeles, CA. Phone: 323-650-1928
  • Los Angeles: Minister Deb is a wedding officiant specializing in gay and lesbian commitment ceremonies in Southern California. Minister Deb will assist you in creating the wedding ceremony of your dreams. Call (800) 570-8573 email or see Website
  • Palo Alto: First Presbyterian Church.We are a More Light church, welcoming gays and lesbians into the full life of our congregation.
  • Redwood City: Rev. Marcia Olsen. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Redwood City, CA. 650-365-6913. Revuufrc@cs.com
  • Redding: Ordained minister perfoming ceremonies at your location. Horseback, your home, cabin, on the river, any location you choose. Email or see Website
  • San Diego, Rev. Donna Eubanks: New Creation United Church of Christ. Call (619) 293-0706 or email or visit our site. Serving the San Diego GLBT community for 16 years helping couples develop the commitment ceremony which best describes and honors their relationship while we wait for California to extend the civil provision for marriage.
  • San Francisco: Dr. Mia White. Adult child of gay parents with ordaination and wedding planning experience of 15 years. Call 925-314-4854 or email.
  • San Francisco: Walt Anthony, Interfaith Minister. Unique and loving celebrations of life. San Francisco, CA. 415-771-6606.
  • San Jose, Rev. Deacon Jane Harper, St. Joan’s Oratory, Church of Antioch, Box 24097, San Jose, CA 9154-4097, 408-265-9105, jharper@ix.netcom.com
  • Santa Cruz: Rev. Elisheva Barsabe, The Mission of St. Clare, 244 Mission Street
    Santa Cruz, CA 95060, 408-429-6917, jimnshay@cruzio.com
  • Soquel: Rev. Paulette Forest, Interfaith Minister, Hospital Chaplain and Intuitive/Psychic, facilitates beautiful, sacred, customized ceremonies. Offers pre-wedding sessions for couples to explore issues prior to ceremony if desired. Individualized commitment ceremonies for gay, lesbian and straight people. Rite of passage ceremonies available as well. Consultation is free. To contact, call (831) 476-4236, or email
  • Victorville: Rev. Russell Miller, I will do any ceremony that you wish. Call (760) 245-1708 or email

Canada

  • HamiltonOntario, Rev. Christopher Grabiec: All Seasons Weddings. Call (905) 312-8444 ext 101 or email. Chris is a graduate of the Universities of Waterloo, Western Ontario and Notre Dame, Indiana and has taught at the University of Toronto. Chris has presided over more than a thousand weddings. He really enjoys helping couples create a meaningful expe

Colorado

  • Reverend Jeanne M. Hoben (303) 462-0007.
  • Colorado Springs: Rev. Elizabeth McMaster, All Souls Unitarian Church, 730 North Tejon St., Colorado Springs, CO 80903. 719-633-7717. lizmcmast@aol.com
  • Denver: Rev. Ruth Ellen Gibson. I serve the First Universalist Church of Denver, and would be happy to let you know that our congregation welcomes, supports, affirms, and is blessed by its gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender members and friends. As time permits, our ministers are happy to perform Services of Union for same-sex couples, or when we can't officiate, to refer to other colleagues in the area.gibson9@qwest.net.
  • Metro Denver: Todd Strickland. As a minister at Jefferson Unitarian Church in Golden, I am happy to perform Ceremonies of Union for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered couples that celebrates your love for each other. If I am unavailable, I would be happy to recommend one of my colleagues. JUCis a Welcoming Congregation in the Unitarian Universalist Association. RevUUTodd@aol.com
  • Westminster, Scott Hagler: I'm a non-denominational minister, and I'm looking forward to helping you create a meaningful day and officiating at your commitment ceremony. Call (303) 596-1676 or email or visit the site
  • Scott Sanders. Perform same sex unions for the Denver/Colorado Springs, Colorado area. ssandersco@msn.com

Connecticut

  • Manchester: Richard Cardarelli, Bishop, American Apostolic Catholic Church, 547-C Hilliard St., Manchester, CT 06040, kendrick05@aol.com
  • Meriden: Rev. Lucy Ijams. Unitarian Universalist Church in Meriden. I peform services of Holy Union and/or Commitment for same sex couples at the church or a location of your choice. minister@uumeriden.org.
  • Stratford: Unitarian Universalist Church of Greater Bridgeport. The UU Church of Greater Bridgeport and its minister, the Reverend Susan Veronica Rak, offer a unique setting and caring lesbian officant for your ceremony. minister@uucgb.org
  • A Rabbi for your Wedding or Commitment Ceremony. rabbimarknewton@yahoo.com.

Delaware

  • Wedding Chapel on the Shore. Email: weddingchapel@comcast.net.
  • Blessings Weddings and Photos. Blessings has been offering creative, romantic and affordable professional photography, marriage ceremonies and commitment ceremonies for over 19 years. No one in our area has more experience with beach weddings & ceremonies. We have everything for couples on a budget who are looking for a fun alternative to expensive and stressful traditional ceremonies. Believe it, there is nothing more exciting than an outdoor ceremony, espencially on the beach! Whether you choose to have your ceremony on the beach, at home, in a clubhouse, church, or one of Panama City's beautiful parks, we bring the ceremony to you without it costing you a fortune. Email: Blesswed@aol.com. www.pcbeachweddings.com.

Florida

  • Clearwater, Rev. Falon Moon. Services for the following:
    Handfastings/Handpartings
    Vow Renewals
    Weddings
    Wiccanings
    Funerals
    Pagan Studies
    Counseling
    Blessings
    **will provide services for any form of relationship regardless of faith or sexual orientation. Call (727) 449-0179 or email or visit our site
  • Clearwater, Rev. Norma Supel: I can perform legal, secular or religious weddings; however my specialty is in commitment ceremonies and celebration services for those who can't legally formalize their union. Celebrate your life in a non-judgemental, non-condeming fellowship. Call (727) 449-0179 or email or visit our site.
  • Fort Lauderdale, Father John Joseph Reid, House of Divine Mercy, New Catholic Communities, 2749 NE 10th Ave, Wilton Manors, 33334 (954) 561-1930 or email or visit our site
  • Interlachen: Rev. Sister Zecharia, D.D., Bethel Community Chapel, Box 1778, Interlachen, FL 32148
  • Jacksonville: Unitarian Universalist Church of Jacksonville. Rev. Ann Marie Alderman. Welcoming Congregation,ministers available for ceremonies of union. turtlejax@aol.com
  • Key West: Chapel By The Sea performs, Stress Free weddings and commitment ceremonies at a variety of locations in Key West Florida; Beaches, Mansions, Private Yachts, and of course our Chapel. Contact Ronney Scott at (800) 603-2088 by email or see Website
  • Melbourne Beach: St. Andrew’s Church, Box 510416, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951-0416, 407-952-064
  • Odessa, Rev. Carole Yorke, minister of Spirit of Life Unitarian Universalists. YorkieRev@aol.com.
  • Palm Beach: Circle of One Ceremonies and Brilliant U Photography. Lovely, heart-based, custom designed personal commitment ceremonies from a loving woman minister/photographer. She can officiate the service, then take the photojournalistic photographs! women's balancing feminine/masculine energy gatherings and goddess receiving /healing/empowerment circles; motivational and inspirational speaking. To contact email or see Website 1, 2, 3, 4.
  • Panama City: Dr. Leah Allen Same-sex marriages and commitment ceremonies, along with award-winning photographic artistry for over 17 years. North Florida's leader for nontraditional wedding celebrations of a life-time! To contact call (850) 785-5903 email or see Website
  • St Petersburg: Rev. Beth Causey, 124 - 19th Ave. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33704, 813-896-2019, revbc@earthlink.net
  • Tampa: Rev. Charles M. Leigh, Pastor, Rev. Arthur L. Funk, Rev. Kenneth Crooms, Deacons, American Catholic Church, 7813 North Nebraska Ave., Tampa, FL 33604, 813-238-6060, amercathfla@webtv.net
  • Tampa: Rev. Fr. Daniel B. Williams, St. John The Evangelist Church, 1263 Autumn Drive, Tampa, FL 33613.
  • Wilton Manors: Rabbi Greg Kanter Weddings and Ceremonies for GLBTQS couples. Working with you to create a warm and meaningful ceremony. Contact at 954-629-7273, by email or see Website

Georgia

  • Abundant Grace Community Church, A Place Where All Are Welcome to Worship God Freely, 743 Virginia Ave. NE. (404) 815-0036
  • Augusta, Ms. Jillian Maxner: Full Circle. Call (706) 394-2365 or email
  • Bishop Walter Miller, First Inclusive Methodist Episcopal Church, 1130 Oglethorpe St., Macon, Georgia 31201, 912-743-8049, wmiller@mindspring.com
  • Christ Covenant MCC, A Christian Church For All Persons, 109 Hibernia Ave. - Decatur, GA. (404) 373-2933
  • First Metropolitan Community Church of Atlanta Proclaiming God's Love For Gays And Lesbians 1379 Tullie Rd., Atlanta, GA (404) 325-4143
  • Unitarian Universalist Metro Atlanta North. Rev. Greg Ward. UUMAN is a progressive, open minded, young congregation in the northern suburbs of Atlanta. We have created a vital, caring and compassionate community. the Rev. Greg Ward, performs services of commitment and union for gay and lesbian couples both within and beyond the membership of the church community. gsward@mindspring.com.

Hawaii

  • Aloha Lambda Weddings, On Oahu with ceremony sites that can range from simple chapels to ardent rainforest valleys to lush botanical gardens to sacred Hawaiian sites. 800-982-5176, 800-922-5176.
  • Heart to Heart of Hawaii, Elope to Kaua'i, the oldest island in the Hawaiian Islands, for the ceremony that will bind your hearts forever and a tropical fantasy honeymoon that you will always remember. heart2heart@hawaiian.net.
  • In Heaven Weddings & Commitment Ceremonies. Oahu, Hawaii. Romantic beach ceremonies on the island of Oahu - licensed officiant Virginia St. Claire and professional photographer Candace Freeland will help make your wedding dreams come true.
  • Royal Hawaiian Weddings, Performing same-sex unions since 1985. Packages can be as simple as swimsuits on a sunset beach, or horseback, or helicopter adventure weddings. Andrea and Janet also run the Maui Surfing School in Lahaina. 800-659-1866.

Illinois

  • Ceremonies from the Heart, Rev R.D. Armstrong, M.Div., 847-491-1992, Ceremonies@aol.com.
  • Ceremonies on Location - Rev Roger Brewin, 773-881-4028, Personalized Ceremonies, Performed at Home at Your Reception Hall, or any other site you choose.
  • Decatur: Rev. Mary M. Moore, Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Decatur, 3773 MacArthur Road, Decatur, IL 62526, 217-875-5442
  • Springfield: Rev. Mary M. Moore Abraham Lincoln Unitarian, Universalist Congregation, 745 Woodside Road, Springfield, Il 62707, 217-585-9550, mmmoore@eosinc.com

Indiana

  • Columbus: Rev. Victoria Streiff-Fraser. Rev. Streiff-Fraser enjoys helping couples wed themselves to one another. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Columbus, IN 423 8th Street, Columbus, IN. (812)379-1195. With reason and love as our guides, and without dogma or creed, we are a religious community dedicated to the free and responsible search for meaning and interconnectedness. We gather to provide a sanctuary for diversity, to provide education for our children and ourselves, to promote social responsibility and justice, to celebrate life, and to be inspired to become our best selves. revstreifffraser@crosswinds.net.
  • East/Central Indiana: Thomas Perchlik. A Unitarian Universalist Minister I am creative and willing to draw on diverse religious sources to celebrate a loving and permanent commitment of union between two people. dharmarev@hotmail.com.
  • Hobart: Rev. Roger A. Brewin. First Unitarian Church of Hobart, IN provides a national landmark sanctuary seating up to 100 for holy union and commitment ceremonies. Contact the minister at 219-942-1611. Rabrewin@aol.com.
  • Indianapolis: C.L. Hankins II I am an ordain Pagan clergy person, I perform weddings, funerals, and do pastoral counseling. I follow the path of Norse Heathenism / Asatru, but am familiar with several other paths. Call (317) 822-0959 or email
  • Michiana: Gothi (or Rev.) Leonard Hill, D.D, Religion/Tradition: Asatru, Druid, Other Information: All rites of passage with Norse or Celtic influence/tradition; tarot consultations; pastoral counseling on a sliding fee scale; also forming a study group/church in the Nappanee area. ministry@wiseone.zzn.com

Iowa

  • West Des Moines: Rev. Kathy Love The Wedding Chapel. Call (877) 619-5898 email or see Website

Kansas

  • Rev. Sue Mertes. I provide a multi-denominational, spiritual ceremony. I adhere to the belief that all people have an equal right to be happy, and that some religious doctrines limit people's growth and freedom. I perform weddings either here in Wichita, Kansas or travel outside the area if needed. Also, I provide marriage counseling and personal wellness therapy. Interested parties may contact me at 316-529-3426 or cett@swbell.net.
  • Lawrence, Rev. Joseph Dang: Catholic Apostolic Church Int. Call (785) 843-4933 or email or visit our site.
  • Overland Park: Rev. Vern Barnet, DMn, Center for Religious Experience and Study (CRES), promoting understanding among peoples of all faiths. To contact, call 913-649-5114 or email

Louisiana

  • Old Catholic Church -- Mathew Succession Affirming, inclusive and welcoming. Still struggling after all these years. email: Allen Jimenez or see Website
  • New Orleans, Louisiana: Minister and Registered Celebrant. Wedding - Renewal of Vows - Life Partner Commitment. Visit my Website then call or email me to prepare for your ceremony in the "City Care Forgot". Le Bon Temps Roule (Let the Good Times Roll).(504) 461-8133. nolarev@neworleansmarriage.com.

Maine

  • Portland: Rev. Patricia Ellen. Phone: (207) 878-9397. Email: womanofwings@juno.com. www.interfaithclergy.org/maine.html
  • Saco: Kerry, Religion/Tradition: Traditional Wicca. Founder of the Jade Tiger Tradition, Other Information: Ordained through the National Alliance of Pantheists, and Degree trained as a High Priestess. Willing to offer legal handfastings as well as officiating for other rites of passage. Offer spiritual counseling with an emphasis on expressive arts and clinical approaches - registered counselor in the state of Maine. Board member of the Maine Pagan Clergy Association, as well as member of MPCA's Licensure and Ordination committee. Email: ravenbirch@yahoo.com.

Maryland

  • Fr. Bruce J. Simpson, Christ the Redeemer Parish, c/o Church of the Ascension, 630 Sligo Ave., Silver Spring, MD 20910, 301-731-5766, lawman@erols.com
  • Secular Humanistic Weddings. Judith Seid, She is happy to travel and often does ceremonies in Delaware, Washington D.C., Virginia, etc. Baltimore Jewish Cultural Chavurah, 623 Lake Dr., Towson, MD 21286, 410-583-9719, judithseid@aol.com
  • A Historic Chapel Milton Ridge. Clarksburg. Non-denominational wedding site, beautifully restored 1875 chapel in historic Maryland.larry@miltonridge.com
  • All Faiths Weddings-VA/MD/DC. Rev. Dan Kane. Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D. C. Rev. Dan specializes in nondenominational and interfaith ceremonies in Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C. Rev. Dan is flexible, personal and caring. revdan@allfaithsweddings.net
  • Celtic Cross Ministries offers traditional and non-traditional commitment ceremonies as well as baptisms and other major religious milestone blessings. Ceremonies are performed at most dignified locations of your choice in the NoVA/DC/MD area. CelticPath@Hotmail.Com.

Massachusetts

  • Brewster: Rev. Tracy Lavender. Phone 508-896-8582
  • Reverend Mary D'Alba Walsh. I am an Interfaith Minister available to create your customized ceremony for your special day. Willing to travel. 617-389-8945. Spiritualitygirl@aol.com
  • Rev. Diane Teichert. As a Unitarian Universalist minister, I would be happy to officiate your commitment ceremony. At First Parish Unitarian Universalist-Canton MA. 1508 Washington St. 02021. 781-828-0296.
  • North Easton: Unity Church of North Easton, MA. Rev. Eric M. Cherry. Unitarian Universalist minister available to officiate at ceremonies of Holy Union at our Church or in other locations.
  • Worcester: The Rev'd Sherlock Scott Holmes, D.D. Worcester, MA, USA. Offering Commitment/Wedding Ceremonies In All Styles: Secular/Civil, Spiritual, Traditional Church Services, And Specializing In Custom-Written, Personalized Ceremonies.! mail@GayWeddingCeremonies.Com

Michigan

  • Ann Arbor/Detroit: Rev. Lisa Presley. As a Unitarian Universalist minister, and a lesbian, I am honored to perform services for gay and lesbian couples who wish to mark this transition in their lives together. lpresley@uuma.org
  • Ann Arbor: Reverend Nancy Liedel, Location: Ann Arbor, Religion/Tradition: Eclectic Wiccan, Other Information: High Priestess Sacred Hearth Coven. While I do require counseling with intended parties I will not refuse to marry anyone based on the counseling sessions. I am honored to legally bind couples as well as bind in love alone couples or groups considered to be "Non-traditional". nliedel@provide.net
  • Grand Rapids: Rev. Judith Walker-Riggs Individualized ceremonies writted with or by you, at a location of your choice, or in our splendid cathedral-like main sanctuary, or smaller modern chapel. To contact email or call (616) 459-8386
  • Greenville: Rev. R. Vincent Lavieri, American Apostolic Catholic Church, Parish of St. Matthias, Box 100, Greenville, MI 48838, (616) 754-8347, revrvl@chartermi.net
  • Kalamazoo: Reverend Jason M. Wood, Location: Kalamazoo, Religion/Tradition: Eclectic, Other Information: ULC ordained; open-minded and willing to offer any requested religious services for any religious path. st_doodle@yahoo.com
  • Kalamazoo: Rev. Craig Cunningham, Religion/Tradition: ULC of Kalamazoo, Other Information: I am eclectic pagan. Our church is of course open to all beliefs. Call (269) 345-7527 email or see Website

Minnesota

  • Twin Cities Metro: Rev. Dr. Christa Landon. Unitarian Universalist minister helping you create a unique ceremony reflecting your spirituality and the covenant between you. Call (763) 493-3634 or email drchlandon@aol.com
  • Rev. Tomkin Coleman. Minnesota Wedding Minister/Officiant. Flexible, experienced, all-faiths minister/officiant available for your Minnesota wedding or commitment ceremony. tomkincoleman@hotmail.com
  • Servants of Christ - American Apostolic Catholic Church. American Apostolic Catholic Church is an independent Old Catholic jurisdiction which has valid sacraments and an all inclusive theology. Commitment ceremonies at any location; beautiful ceremony book given after the service. frsteve@americanchurch.org
  • Minneapolis: Rev. Katherine M. Engel. Phone (612) 419-4958. Spiritmuse8@aol.com. www.SpiritMuse.org
  • New Brighton: Rev. Kathleen (Kay) Holm. Phone & Fax (651) 638-9114. KHOLM3333@aol.com

Mississippi

  • Rev. William Thomas. Church of Christian Values - Will perform Affirmation / Commitment Service - Your choice of locations. revlove@canufly.net

Missouri

  • Alternative Weddings: Holy Unions/Commitment Ceremonies - A rite of Holy Union, similar to a rite of Holy Matrimony, offers to two people of the same gender, a way to formally recognize their mutual and exclusive love for each other, and to pledge their lifelong commitment to each other. 800-210-LOVE. emeraldrainbow@arkansas.net
  • Kansas City: Rev. Vern Barnet, DMn, Center for Religious Experience and Study (CRES), promoting understanding among peoples of all faiths. To contact, call 913-649-5114 or email

Montana

  • The Rev. Phlox Laucher. Affirm your love and commitment to one another in religious ceremony. The Rev. Phlox Laucher, Billings Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, P.O. Box 20615, Billings, Montana 59104; phone 406-652-1893. phloxlaucher@imt.net.

Nebraska

Nevada

  • Eternal Hope Ministries (nondenominational) Alternative lifestyle ceremonies. Las Vegas, Nevada.
  • Dignity Las Vegas Catholic Community, Box 70424, Las Vegas, NV 89170, 702-593-5395, DignityLV2@aol.com
  • I Do With Pride. We are a full service gay & lesbian ceremony consulting service available in Las Vegas. We offer great packages for you and your loved one. sales@idowithpride.com

New Jersey

  • Rev. Anthony P. Johnson is minister of the First Unitarian Universalist Church of Essex County, a diverse congregation wecloming to GLBT people. Call (973) 673-7354 email or see Website
  • Rev. Schwebius is a Unitarian Universalist Minister. Union City, NJ (right next to NYC) uulou@concentric.net
  • Judith Walker-Riggs. I am in the Unitarian Universalist tradition, but am happy to celebrate services in the traditions of those being celebrated. email or call (616) 459-8386
  • Rev. Ansi Boudin. Garden room & grounds, or your location. 201-652-4691. ansib@prodigy.net
  • Celebrant USA Foundation Celebrants empower the couple to create a ceremony that express their feeling and thoughts. Celebrants officiate the following ceremonies: commitments, namings, adoptions, memorials, survivor, funerals, divorce - every and all rites of passage ceremonies. We are the USA Chapter operating in New Jersey and New York - and we love our work. charlotteeulette@aol.com

New Mexico

  • The Rev. Elizabeth McMaster. I am a Unitarian Universalist Interim Minister, currently at the Unitarian Church of Los Alamos NM. lizmcmast@aol.com.
  • Alberquerque: Rev. Leonie Rosenstiel, PhD, MSC, MSTh, R., Chy, Rhy, DOM, Dipl.Ac. Phone 505-239-0099. Rosensti@concentric.net.

New York

  • Albany: Bishop Richard G. Roy, National Catholic Church of America, 166 Jay St. , 518-434-8861, NatCathCh@aol.com
  • Hawthorne: Dr. Pamela Blair As seen in a recent NY Times article, Dr. Blair has performed hundreds of meaningful weddings and commitment ceremonies, customized to fit with the couple's religious or spiritual needs. Call (914) 741-1044 or email
  • New York City: Rev. Dr. Celeste Wiseblood Minister performs commitment/wedding ceremonies & civil unions for LGBT and straight couples of all spirit/faith traditions. Also worship, grief support for pet/human losses,memorials/funerals. Call (212) 505-1569 email or see Website.
  • New York City: Rev. Anthony P. Johnson is a Unitarian Universalist parish and community minister with more than 25 years experience who focuses on the individual and spiritual concerns of couples. Call (646) 515-4729 or email
  • Long Island: Rev. Marie Gismondi. Church of Ancient Ways. Together we find the words to the song your hearts share and use them to create a ceremony that expresses who you both are. Email
  • West Park: Father Charles B. Burrell, OSJD, St. Joseph House National Catholic Church of America, Box 427, 12493. Call (914) 384-9275 or email
  • Manhattan: Reverend Dr. Edwin Goldberg. Registered Interfaith Clergy who performs personalized ceremonies. Call (212) 877-3115 or email or see Website
  • New York City: Rev. Ed Goldberg Ich bin amtiere an Ihrer Vebindung Zermonie in der Stadt New York vorhanden. Zeromonie auf Englisch. Heiratskunde unterzeichnete and zeugte. Nominal Gebuehr $100. Call (212) 877-3115 or email or see Website
  • New York City: Rev. Elizabeth Ann Levy. Phone (212) 243-0579. email. or see Website.
  • New York City: Rev. Sabine von Tscharner Registered Interfaith Minister. Wedding, blessing, commitment, renewal of vows, etc... together, we will create the ceremony that most reflects your relationship and your beliefs. To contact call (212) 874-9653 or email.
  • Rev. Dr. George Koury. (212) 642-5027. (914) 657-8308
  • Rev. Laurie Sue Brockway. Phone: (212) 631-3520. Ceremonies & services for all life cycles and occasions: weddings and sacred marriages; funerals and remembrances; baby namings; blessings and celebrations; gatherings and healing/empowerment circles; sermons and inspirational speaking. Serving all faiths; including all spiritual traditions; honoring all aspects of the divine.
  • Unitarian Universalist Church of Canandaigua. "We are a caring and welcoming congregation that fosters personal and spiritual growth through free religious thought in the search for truth, while celebrating diversity and affirming the dignity and worth of every person." carlt@rochester.rr.com.
  • Westchester: Rev. Dr. Pamela D. Blair, PhD As seen in a recent NY Times article, Dr. Blair has performed hundreds of meaningful weddings and commitment ceremonies, customized to fit with the couple's religious or spiritual needs."Together we can create a ceremony that truly reflects who you are and what you mean to each other." Call (914) 741-1044 or email

North Carolina

  • A Unifying Movement. Rev. Susan Michaels. Triangle area, North Carolina. Ordained interfaith minister specializing in personalized ceremonies.."I will work with you to make your ceremony reflect your personal feelings of love and commitment." RevSusanMichaels@aol.com
  • Rev. David Thomas. Hickory, NC. I am pastor of Unifour Christian Fellowship Church in Hickory NC. We are a gay/lesbian affirming church. Phone 828-325-0090.
  • Rev. Kara Mueller. Raleigh, North Carolina, USA. Rev. Kara Mueller provides clergy services for residents of Central NC. Happy to provide services to same sex couples. Contact revkara@revkara.com or call 919-981-6457.
  • Rev. Msgr. Michael K. Carroll. Catholic/ non-denominational services for Weddings/Holy Unions/Commitment Ceremonies. All backgrounds or religious positions accepted. Service styles from Quaker-simple to High Mass with Incense. Any and all fees support abused woman shelter, soup kitchen, and Retreat House. mcarroll@shentel.net. (540)856-3223
  • Unifour Christian Fellowship. Rev. David Thomas. Unifour Christian Fellowship is an evangelical, Spirit-filled congregation dedicated to the all-inclusive gospel of Jesus Christ. All are welcome! All are loved! ucfc@twave.net.

Ohio

  • Akron: Pastor Linda Meredith. Emmanuel Fellowship Church, 60 North Arlington St., Akron, OH 44305, 330-376-8725, uccpast@aol.com
  • Akron: Cascade Community Church. A church where all of God's children are welcomed and affirmed.
  • Cincinnati: Rev. L. Annie Foerster. St. John’s Unitarian Church, 320 Resor Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45200, 513-961-1938, foerstword@aol.com
  • Cleveland: Rev. Peter Lader. Nativity Fellowship Church
    We are a church of the people and for the people. We believe that all persons have the right to be with the person they want. We do blessings, unions, and weddings for all. What God has joined let no man put aside.
    3962 Brookside Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44111.
    216-548-4527. nativitychurch@sbcglobal.net
  • Dayton: Rev. Carol M. Winkfield. Phone (937) 609-7091.
  • Northwest: Rev. Amanda Wagener Meaningful unions regardless of race, spirituality, or lifestyle. Formal/informal, spiritual/secular, interfaith, indoor/outdoor, etc. Dual clergy ceremonies available upon request. Call (206) 339-4228 email or see Website

Oklahoma

  • Oklahoma City. Jonalu Johnstone. A Unitarian Universalist minister and lesbian in a long-term committed relationship, I welcome to opportunity to perform ceremonies of union for loving partners. jjohnstone@uuma.org.
  • Oklahoma City: Cathedral of Hope. 232-HOPE. tmandeville@cathedralofhope.com. http://www.cathedralofhope.com.
  • Oklahoma City, Ms. Falicia Sukenis: Same sex marriages or union. Call (405) 682-4631 or email.
  • Tulsa. Alternative Unions. We are dedicated to providing commitment ceremonies to couples in Tulsa. We believe everyone has a right to love who they choose. Please feel free to e-mail us for more information. laurensmotts@cox.net.

Oregon

  • Rev. Thomas Disrud, First Unitarian Church of Portland, 1011 Southwest 12th Ave., Portland, OR 97212, 503-228-6389, revdis@aol.com
  • Rev. Kit Ketcham. I live in Portland, Oregon, am the minister of Wy'east Unitarian Universalist Congregation, and will do same sex unions. 503-255-7859.

Pennsylvania

  • Hazelton: Rev. Jason Fox performs all the services of the church including same-sex marriages (love affirmation ceremonies), baptism's and burial rites. I became an ordained minister with the Universal Life Church to perform love affirmation ceremonies and marriages for those couples who wish to be married by the church but are frown upon by the church and state laws. To contact call (570-898-6738 or email
  • Perkasie: Rev. Edie Weinstein-Moser performs spiritual services. Unique and creative services that enhance life, spiritual rituals, workshops and clowning. email or see Website
  • Poconos: Rev. Ellyn Kravette Church of the Divine Consciousness serving all faiths and those with no affiliation. Call (800) 969-4340 email or see Website
  • Rev. Judy Welles, Rev. Duane Fickeisen, Unitarian Universalists of the Cumberland Valley, Box 549, Carlisle, PA 17013, 717-249-8944, jwelles@pa.net.
  • Unitarian Universalist Church of Athens and Sheshequin. 112 North Street Athens, PA 18810. Minister Lee Richards for the Unitarian Universalist Church of Athens, performs public affirmation of vows for GLBT. Two historic church buildings available. (570)888-0252. hlrichards@cyber-quest.com.
  • Fr. Ken Denski, Old Catholic Church of Utrecht, Box 516, Southampton, PA 18966, 215-396-9373, rev.ken@erols.com.
  • Allentown, Rev. Dawn Sandbach, Mystical Lair: Handfastings, marriages, baptisms, funeral rites, commitment ceremonies, house blessings. Call (610) 554-1770 or email.
  • Allentown, Rabbi Patricia Reddinger, Mystical Lair: Handfastings, marriages, baptisms, funeral rites, commitment ceremonies, house blessings. Call (610) 570-7673 or email.

Rhode Island

  • Peacedale Fellowship. Commitment ceremonies offered in the Rhode Island area, specializing in the Newport/South County areas, beaches and lighthouses, in my rose garden, or at your home. Customized ceremonies. Reverend Towne.401 284-0073. revtowne@aol.com.
  • Rev. Katherine A. Quattrini. Commitment Ceremonies, Baptism, Couples Mediation, Spiritual Counseling (401)523-9929. kquatt@aol.com.
  • Rev. Charlann Walker, Mystical Lair: Baptisms, Blessings, Naming Ceremonies, Spiritual or Pastoral Counseling, Weddings, Worship Services.

South Carolina

  • Myrtle Beach Wedding Chapel. A chapel which believes in equality for all. We are in the middle of this beautiful coastal resort! Our chapel offers a small intimate setting, with the option of beach ceremonies. mbweds@sccoast.net.
  • Rock Hill, Rev. Tracy Cantrall: All of us have the right to love. Lets love and not judge each other. Call (803) 329-9695 or email

Tennessee

  • Chattanooga: Rev. Melanie Morel Sullivan, Unitarian Universalist Church of Chattanooga, 3224 Navajo Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37411, contact via email or 423-624-2985 see Website
  • Knoxville: Westside Unitarian Universalist Church. Open to Gays, Lesbians, Transgendered persons and their families. Website or contact via email or 865-483-6761
  • Knoxville: Rev. Wm. Eric Thomas, a.k.a. Brehon Connal Morand'IghvalReligion/Tradition: 15 years+ Wiccan Priest/Teacher/Servant of the Gods, Other Information: Director of Clergy, Nature Spirit Community, Knoxville. Conducts all clerical duties. (865) 671-7364. nscknox@hotmail.com.
  • Knoxville, Rev. Bonnie Frame: Greetings I have my license to preform commitment ceremonies for couples. If you are needing this please email me or call me at (865) 454-4857.

Texas

  • Austin: Common Sense Spirituality. Rev. Norbert R. Holmann. Weddings, Holy Unions, Memorial, Blessings, Dream Analysis, Cleansing, Charity Events, One-on-One or Group Counseling, Pre-Marital Consultations. 512-323-2229. Ministry of Common Sense Spirituality, 4200 Ave. D., Austin, TX. 78751. Office: 512-323-2229.
  • Dallas: Rev. Douglas Morgan Strong, Community Unitarian Universalist Church, 2875 East Parker Road, Plano, TX 75074, call 972-424-8989 or email
  • Dallas: Rev. Michael Piazza, Cathedral of Hope, 5910 Cedar Springs, Dallas, TX 75235, 214-351-1901, MPiazza@cathedralofhope.com.
  • Dallas-Garland-Sachse: Fullness of Life Community Church/Saint Oscar Romero Ministries. We are a Catholic parish with valid sacraments, independent of Rome, that welcomes all seekers and
    believers. We offer the holy sacrament of Christian Marriage to all of God's children in a prayerful and flexible way. Fr. Tony Begonja call (214) 566-3936 or email and Rev. Fran Begonja
    call (214) 566-3931 email or see Website
  • Denton: Harvest Metropolitan Community Church, 5900 S Stemmons, Denton, TX. (940) 321-2332
  • Fort Worth: Rev. Craig C. Roshaven, First Jefferson Unitarian, Universalist Church, 1959 Sandy Lane, Fort Worth, TX 76112, 817-451-1505, fjuuc@usa.net
  • Galveston Island: The Wedding Chapel, On Beautiful Galveston Island. (800) 701-8067
  • Lubbock: Metropolitan Community Church of Lubbock, 4501 University Ave, Lubbock, TX. (806) 792-5562
  • Midland: Most Rev. Glenn E. Hammett, Holy Trinity Community Church, 412 East Gist St., Midland, TX 79714, 915-570-4822, revhammett@lx.net
  • Midland: Rev Jeffrey E.M. Lamb, Unitarian Universalist Church of Midland. 3301 Neely Drive, Midland, TX 79705. (915) 694-4308.
  • San Antonio: Metropolitan Community Church 611 E Myrtle, San Antonio, TX (210) 472-3597
  • White Rock Community Church, Sharing God's Love. (214) 320-0043

Utah

  • Rev. Sarah Lammert. Unitarian Universalist Church of Ogden.
  • Losgann Sionnach Drui-en, Religion/Tradition: I use ULC credentials for now until my state will allow and accept Pagan Clergy on our own merits and service record., Other Information: I have done weddings, funeral, house blessing/cleansings, as well as offer a relationship group through the Utah Pagan Family Support group I help run. losgann_2000@yahoo.com.

Vermont

  • Derby Line: Rev. Jane Dwinell, First Universalist Parish, Unitarian Universalist, Box 454, Derby Line, VT 05830, 802-873-3563, sky@together.net
  • Johnsbury: Rev. Brendan Hadash, Universalist Church, 4 Cherry St., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819, 802-525-3856, bhadash@sover.net
  • Middlebury: Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society, Box 857, Middlebury, VT 05753, 802-388-8080, heironr@together.net
  • Norfolk: New Life MCC of Hampton Roads, 4035 East Ocean View Ave., Norfolk, VA 23518, 757-362-3056, newlife@newlifemcc.org

Virginia

  • All Faiths Weddings-VA/MD/DC. Rev. Dan Kane. Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D. C. Rev. Dan specializes in nondenominational and interfaith ceremonies in Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C. Rev. Dan is flexible, personal and caring. revdan@allfaithsweddings.net
  • Bremerton: Rev. Suzelle Lynch, Kitsap Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, Box 2015, Bremerton, WA 98310, 360-377-4724, minister@kuuf.org
  • Rev. Msgr. Michael K. Carroll. Catholic/ non-denominational services for Weddings/Holy Unions/Commitment Ceremonies. All backgrounds or religious positions accepted. Service styles from Quaker-simple to High Mass with Incense. Any and all fees support abused woman shelter, soup kitchen, and Retreat House. mcarroll@shentel.net. (540)856-3223
  • Williamsburg: Rev. Adelle Barr, Heaven’s Tableland Church, Box 2674, Williamsburg, VA 23187, 757-887-3719, revadelle@aol.com.

Washington

  • A Beautiful Wedding. Seattle. Planning and Organizing. 206-523-1977.
  • Community Church of Joy. Multiracial Ecumenical Christian Congregation worshipping the Old Catholic Tradition. commchurchofjoy@aol.com
  • Elizabeth, Carole, B. E.d., M. Div. Seattle. Since 1975. 206-932-5615.
  • Northwest Events And Parties. Seattle. 206-524-4918.
  • Reverend Mary E. Hayes, Officiant - Weddings, Commitment Ceremonies, Vow Renewals.Fully customized and personalized non-denominational weddings, commitment ceremonies and vow renewals in the greater Seattle-Tacoma area. Info@ReverendMary.com

Washington D.C.

  • All Faiths Weddings-VA/MD/DC. Rev. Dan Kane. Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D. C. Rev. Dan specializes in nondenominational and interfaith ceremonies in Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C. Rev. Dan is flexible, personal and caring. revdan@allfaithsweddings.net
  • Rev. Msgr. Michael K. Carroll. Catholic/ non-denominational services for Weddings/Holy Unions/Commitment Ceremonies. All backgrounds or religious positions accepted. Service styles from Quaker-simple to High Mass with Incense. Any and all fees support abused woman shelter, soup kitchen, and Retreat House. mcarroll@shentel.net. (540)856-3223.
  • Rev. Ed Ingebretsen. A Roman Catholic priest, now working with the Independent Catholic Church, who is available for religious union ceremonies. DC based but I can travel. Ingebree@georgetown.edu

West Virginia

  • Bluefield: The Rev. Master Jordan Osborne, East West Zendo, Box 214, Bluefield, WV 24701, 304-325-2314, JordyOz@webtv.net
  • Chareston: Rev. Len De Roche. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of the Kanawha Valley, 520 Kanawha Blvd W. Charleston, WV 25302, phone 304-345-5042.
  • Friends Catholic Community Church. Huntington, WV. A caring and compassionate community dedicated to ministering to ALL God's children. We are an independent catholic (not "roman") church. All welcome, with open arms. stbeckett@aol.com
  • Rev. Msgr. Michael K. Carroll. Catholic/ non-denominational services for Weddings/Holy Unions/Commitment Ceremonies. All backgrounds or religious positions accepted. Service styles from Quaker-simple to High Mass with Incense. Any and all fees support abused woman shelter, soup kitchen, and Retreat House. mcarroll@shentel.net. (540)856-3223.
  • Rev. Richard M. Goldman. Phone (703) 743-5753, (304) 478-4842. Rich is an ordained interfaith minister, a licensed (LPC) and nationally (NCC) certified counselor and a retired dental surgeon. He is graduate level faculty members at George Mason University, Marshall University Graduate College. The William Glasser Institute for Reality Therapy, The Institute for Applied Control Theory, and is a retired professor at the Georgetown University Medical Center. drgoldman@aol.com.

Wisconsin

  • Mukwonago: Rev. Peter Morrison. I'm the minister at the United Unitarian and Universalist Society of Mukwonago, Wisconsin. We're about thirty miles southwest of Milwaukee on I43 South. peter@minister.com
  • Universal Life Church. Rev. JL Mapes, Esq. RN MS. Northeast WI and beyondUniversal Life Church, Tuczon AZ and Modesto CA represent the Monastery and Chapel of our Christian Faith. Rev. John at 330-9979 or jlm@RN.com.
  • Wisconsin Wedding Minister and Officiant. Rev. Tomkin Coleman. Non-denominational minister or officiant for your Wisconsin wedding or commitment ceremony. Based in Minneapolis, will travel. Friendly, flexible, experienced. (612) 986-5528. tomkincoleman@hotmail.com.
  • Rev. Mary De May. Markesan.atthebridge@vbe.com.
  • Rev. Marya O'Malley. Phone: (715) 792-5282. Email: luciddmr@win.bright.net.

Wyoming

 

  
 

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