Gatlinburg Wedding Officiants
This is the biggest day of your life. As a Gatlinburg Wedding Photographer I believe in my couples having vendors that they can put their full trust into! That includes your Gatlinburg wedding officiants. It can seem scary to have someone you don’t know perform your marriage ceremony. Will they show up? Will they be personal and kind? With years of experience working with officiants in Gatlinburg, I feel confident giving these recommendations! Each officiant is experienced and professional with a personal, warm touch. They are very familiar with the area and ceremony locations. As well as experienced with having performed hundreds of wedding ceremonies over the years. They all perform both christian ceremonies and non religious ceremonies. After saying “I do”, you are married and don’t have to worry with the marriage license! They sign the marriage license/certificate and return it to the local courthouse on the next business day. You receive your official copy in the mail in about a week.
*You will need to obtain the TN state marriage license.
Gatlinburg Weddings
Gatlinburg is notorious for hosting hundreds of weddings to visitors and locals every year. Sevier County is only second to Las Vegas with the number of weddings performed each year! It’s a no brainer why so many couples come to Gatlinburg for their wedding. From the scenic views of the Smoky Mountains to the many attractions that Gatlinburg has to offer. This mountainous town has it all!
However, when traveling to Gatlinburg you may not have your own minister to accompany you. Although this is unfortunate, there are plenty of experience ordained ministers to help marry you! With so many options out there, it can be hard to know who you want to be part of your big day. So, here are my favorite officiants in Galtinburg!
Reverend Tom Orange
Everything from Christian ceremonies, civil ceremonies, and vow renewals . Reverend Tom Orange is here for it all! He will even help you plan a custom ceremony with your own prayers, vows and sentiments. He is a positive, upbeat guy that will without a doubt ask you about your favorite football team! As well as give restaurant recommendations. He is an ordained Christian minister that is available to perform wedding ceremonies in Sevier County, Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg. He will even meet you at your location, and will suggest scenic locations if needed. In addition, he signs the marriage license/certificate and will return it to the local courthouse on the next business day.
Jody Secaur - Mountain Preacher
If you are looking for a fully ordained non-denominational old fashioned mountain minister wedding officiant, then Jody Secaur is the Gatlinburg officiant for you! He is invested in creating a sacred and beautiful moment for every couple. Here are his words: “I receive so much joy from providing and performing marriage ceremonies, vow renewals, and commitment ceremonies for folks. Being able to help couples make that special connection, I know I have given back and made an amazing difference in people’s lives.”
Gatlinburg Officiant Jim Easton
Jim Easton brings passion, enthusiasm and genuine joy to whatever he does! Which includes your wedding ceremony. With meaningful words of guidance and personalized ceremonies. You will feel his genuine appreciation for marriage. In addition, he is committed to serving his couples in the way they need to have the best possible experience. “I love my couples and I want them to have a great wedding experience.”
As a Gatlinburg wedding photographer I have worked with each of these Gatlinburg wedding officiants and can promise you quality in their work! Need more wedding tips for Gatlinburg? Reach out and let’s chat!
