Statement from Our Founder, Rev. Leah Light
The idea behind Blissfully Wed (formerly Wedded Your Way) was born in 2002 after serving as Maid of Honor in my best friend's wedding. She had wanted a secular wedding, which is partly why she'd chosen a Vegas chapel. My friend and her fiancé had specifically asked their officiant for a nonreligious ceremony. Alas, he evidently could not help himself from throwing in a scripture verse. Regrettably, the one he chose was same one that had been recited at my friend's first wedding. The last thing she needed on her wedding day was a reminder of her prior failed marriage! I wondered: Why should a couple be denied the wedding they ask for on their big day? Whose wedding is it, anyway? I have endeavored ever since to give couples what they want.
I feel comfortable and confident officiating most any kind of wedding, including members of the LGBTQ community. There are only a few weddings I won't do. Please don't ask me to jump out of a plane, and don't ask me to write vows that include the "O" word, as in Love, Honor, and "Obey." Otherwise, please tell me your ideas and I'll find the words and tone that will enable you to be Blissfully Wed your way.
What Does a Wedding Officiant Do?
Yes, I will Marry You! Thanks for asking. ☺️
A wedding officiant is the most essential element of the day. Without one you would not have a legal marriage. Without a good one, you might even have a complete disaster on your hands! Rest easy. We'll stand beside you, lending calm confidence to your wedding day. You are in good hands. We have been performing dozens of weddings a year for over two decades!
While our forte is our micro weddings , we can arrange for an officiant to come to you at your home or venue. For those types of weddings, fees vary based on location, size, and complexity of your celebration. Our region draws destination weddings in scenic settings, for which Portland, Oregon is famous. Nearby Wine Country provides some of the most beautiful backdrops in our area. We will happily connect you with an officiant who is right for you.
What kind of wedding would you like? Religious/spiritual or not at all? Modern or traditional, or perhaps Boho/quirky? Your wishes are honored for most any kind of celebration, , spiritual, nondenominational, nonreligious, and/or to include special cultural elements, even a mix of styles. The officiants we work with happily preside over civil ceremonies that are as simple--and legal--as those performed by a Justice of the Peace. We will work with you to create the nuptials your two hearts desire. ♥♥
Serendipity! A Blast From the Past!
We got a call out of the blue from Jason, who, together with his wife, Sara, were married at our Wine Country location in 2015. He wanted to know if we would allow an impromptu photo shoot of them at our place, as he wanted to surprise her for their anniversary. We were happy to oblige! This pic is from their original wedding in 2015, and the photo, above, (where they are standing) is of them currently.
Serendipity!
