Matrimony Minister

Serves Troy, MI

35244

Hired 10 times

1 employee

5 years in business

Not yet available

5.0

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Square cash app, and Zelle.

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Sun Closed

Mon Closed

Tues Closed

Wed 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Thurs Closed

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Credentials

Background Check

John Girdwood
Completed on 6/17/2025

Introduction

Dr. Girdwood became an ordained minister to extend his love of working with people for something truly unique and magical. Your wedding officiant should be an excellent public speaker with poise and the power to make your ceremony a transformative moment that you will cherish forever. Work with Dr. Girdwood to create the exact ceremony you desire. He will take the time to understand you as a couple and to craft a script that reflects you as a couple. Elopement =$200 - $300 Wedding = $400 - $500 Outside metro Detroit +$100 Needed at Rehearsal = +$100 Discounts available!

Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

Depending on the services requested, my lowest fee for a simple elopement is $200. My full service operation is $400 and specified on my website.

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

Depending on the service requested, an elopement may be a phone consultation and the elopement service, or my full service option provides many additional amenities, such as crafting a custom script as well as returning the marriage certificate to the appropriate office. See my full service options on my website.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

I am a certified ordained minister by Universal Life Church! In addition, I have a Master of Arts in Teaching and a PhD in Political Science from Wayne State University that has enabled me with countless public speaking opportunities and training.

How did you get started doing this type of work?

I've been in education for twenty years and I love working with people. Helping couples tie the knot is a natural extension of my work with our community.

What types of customers have you worked with?

Though I am just beginning in this endeavor, I have worked with people from all faiths and backgrounds during the last 20 years.

Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?

I recently created my wedding officiant website. The website took about 50 hours from start to finish.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

Hire someone who does this work because of the commitment they have to elevating the happiness of our community.

What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?

Exactly what services are you requesting? Do you need the officiant to help write the ceremony and vows? Consultations? Drop off marriage certificate to appropriate office? PDF copy of the marriage certificate for the Honeymoon?