Wedding Officiants in Escondido, CA

I have been an Ordained Minister (Protestant) for 35 years, performing weddings on and off throughout all that time. I joined the Thumbtack team 10 years ago. During that time, I have performed over 600 weddings and been awarded Top Pro status for my outstanding reviews. I am Vietnam Nam era Navy Veteran and am fully in tune with meeting the needs of young military couples. I currently work as a job coach/trainer with disabled adults at United Cerebral Palsy, North County here in San Diego. Out of the Box Weddings is a part-time endeavor, which allows me to offer a great deal of flexibility in scheduling and lower fees, in general. As semi-retired minister, I am not obligated by any particular church or denomination, and am free to structure wedding ceremonies that meet the needs of the couple, rather than any particular organization or institution. At some point, I began to realize that the older a minister gets, the more funerals they're asked to do. While I have done (and still do) my share of this important function in everyone's life, I just didn't want to find myself buried in things that respresented the end of life. Most of my work in 'ministry' has involved young people and rock-roll music, with all its life, joy, and exciting energy.....so I choose to focus on the love and joy of those special moments called weddings. Although weddings are often about young people just starting out in life, I am actually meeting people of all ages, races, and religious backgrounds. In my career, I have done weddings for bikers, metal-heads, goths, and even a circus wedding! I have also had the privilege of helping a number of gay couples with their vows. Meeting so many interesting new people makes life more exciting and hopeful. I find it liberating to help each couple choose a variety of ceremonies to construct a wedding that is tailored to reflect their individual relationship. I also enjoy sharing and exploring the special spirituality that weddings produce. While I am a committed Christian minister, I understand that spirituality is not limited to a particular denomination or practice. So I enjoy meeting couples on common ground, from agnostics to evangelicals. Ultimately, all weddings share a common spirituality, because they involve that magnificent intangible called Love.

Welcome to our Thumbtack page! Please check out our website before inquiring for special pricing and discounts!! Our company’s co-founder, serves as an ordained minister and professional wedding officiant. As an active military family, we share a commitment of high quality service to others and aim to meet the professional needs of those around us. A military/veteran discount is available if applicable to you! Officiant services include a consultation, curation of the perfect script for your ceremony, attendance and performance of the ceremony, and proper signing and filing of the marriage license at the appropriate county recorder’s office. Want an exclusive offer + special discount on all services? Check out our website to claim this offer! We would be happy to connect and look forward to serving you soon! Best always, The Founders at Aeremco LLC

Hi! I'm a spiritually-inclined listener and communicator, compassionate nerd, and devoted family man. Since 2007, I have worked with youth and adults of various cultures. Whether spiritual direction, pre-marital counseling, or more general listening and care, I'm here to help you to connect with God, others, and/or yourself. My own faith is Christian in nature, but I accept clients of different-than-mine or no faith.

Ceremonies by Gene Quiocho I’m Gene Quiocho, a chaplain, spiritual counselor , and ordained officiant. I help couples and families mark life’s most meaningful moments with warmth, presence, and care. Whether it’s a wedding, a celebration of life, a vow renewal, or a baby blessing, I approach each ceremony with intention and deep respect for the people involved. I’m ordained by the Progressive Alliance Church and hold an ecclesiastical endorsement from the Coalition of Spirit-Filled Churches for Department of Defense service. My background includes years of chaplaincy, grief care, and storytelling. What I offer is more than just a script. It’s a space to honor your story, your love, and your values in a way that feels real and sacred. Ceremonies I offer: • Weddings and Elopements • Celebration of Life / Memorials • Vow Renewals • Baby Blessings • Custom Vows and Rituals • Optional Spiritual Coaching Rates: Wedding Officiant Pricing Weddings begin at $325 and may go up to $550, depending on the level of customization, add-ons, and travel needs. Elopements (10 guests or fewer): $275 flat Vow Renewals and Baby Blessings: typically range from $300 to $350 Memorials and Celebration of Life Ceremonies: start at $350 Optional Add-Ons Custom vows, unity rituals, or printed keepsake scripts: $75 and up Rehearsal attendance: $100 Vow-writing support: $75 Travel and Rush Fees Events more than 30 miles from Temecula may include a travel fee Bookings within 72 hours may include a $100 rush fee, based on availability Weddings are best booked 2 to 4 weeks ahead. Other ceremonies can often be scheduled with 7 to 10 days’ notice. If you’re looking for a ceremony that feels authentic, inclusive, and personal, I would be honored to walk with you.