Authentic Weddings

$250

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Scheduling

Wedding officiant needed at rehearsal?

Service type (affiliation)

Responds in about 50 min

Introduction

Authentic Weddings is a wedding officiating service operating out of Ooltewah, Tennessee. Woman-owned, this couple-unifying enterprise is dedicated to all things matrimonial. The officiant, Debbie George, is a vibrant personality that strives to celebrate and uplift all kinds of love no matter what. This expert happily works with couples from all orientations, faiths, and belief systems. LGBTQ+ friendly. Services Offered Authentic Weddings is prepared to guide you through your entire journey from pre-marital counseling to the day-of ceremony. What’s more, you and your partner have the option of arranging a virtual wedding should you prefer it. Despite mainly working in Chattanooga, Debbie is happy to travel to destinations throughout Tennessee and beyond. After your big day, this expert will either mail your wedding certificate to you or hand-deliver it for an added fee. Notary services within Tennessee also offered.

Overview

Hired 37 times

2 similar jobs done near you

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6 employees

3 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Credit card, Google Pay, PayPal, Square cash app, Stripe, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and punctuality.

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Nathan E.

Apr 16, 2022

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Debbie is very well to work with, we told her what we were looking for even when we didn’t have the complete picture, just some of the pieces. She was able to feel in the gaps in and complete what we wanted. Debbie did an amazing job with our wedding. If you are looking for someone to officiant your wedding we would highly recommend Debbie. We even had a couple of our guest ask us for her contact information for them to get in touch with her to do their weddings coming later this year. Trust us you will be very happy if you pick Debbie to do officiant your wedding. Thank You Debbie! Your are Amazing!

Details: Wedding • Non-denominational (mentions God) • 101 - 150 guests • Help writing vows will be needed • English • Officiant will be needed at the rehearsal • Date and time has not yet been chosen

Authentic Weddings's reply

Thank you Nathan for allowing me to be part of your special day! And thank you for the referrals! Looking forward to seeing the pictures. Debbie

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Franchesca M.

Jan 3, 2023

Debbie was wonderful over the phone and in person. She was knowledgeable and helpful with our ceremony from beginning to end. We wanted to get married at midnight on NewYears Eve and officially became husband and wife a few minutes later on New’s Day. She made the trip to Chattanooga, TN to make our small intimate ceremony a reality. Thank you so much Debbie and I would recommend Debbie George for the most extravagant weddings to the smaller intimate weddings. Thank you again Debbie 😇

Authentic Weddings's reply

Thank you Franchesca! I so enjoyed meeting you and Cecil both and enjoyed the fireworks on the way home! I wish you all the best.

Thumbtack U.

Sep 21, 2022

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Debbie is amazing! Very punctual, professional, and in tune with what we wanted for our wedding! Thank you so very much for everything Debbie! Jason and Stacy

Details: Wedding • 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

Authentic Weddings's reply

Thank you Jason! You are a stunning couple, I wish you all the best and thank you for your service!

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Traci T.

Apr 30, 2024

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we loved having debbie do our small elopement! she was super friendly, responsive and professional.

Details: Elopement • Non-denominational (mentions God) • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal

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Tom D.

Jul 8, 2022

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Authentic weddings did a fantastic service for a renewing our vows, she was very personal, and seemed to speak from her heart

Details: Vow renewal • Non-denominational (mentions God) • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal

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Debbie George

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My standard pricing of $275.00 is all inclusive up to 100 miles roundtrip.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Once deposit is received, I work with each couple to write their ceremony with all the elements that they want included. I am available for phone, text and video chats at no extra charge during the time leading up to the wedding. The ceremony is sent to the couple to be approved before the wedding date.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a ordained minister and have worked with individuals and couples for over 25 years. I am a speaker, mindset coach, minister and retreat facilitator that loves working with people. My goal is to make your wedding day exactly the way that you want it!