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- James SimmonsOwnerHi I'm James and I LOVE officiating weddings! Growing up we hear "find something you are truly passionate about and enjoy and you'll never work a day in your life". I FOUND it! I feel so lucky and blessed to officiate weddings as my fulltime job for the last 10 years. The joy I see in my couples' faces, the tears of happiness in their eyes makes my heart smile! Having officiated over 1,900 weddings I still have the same fervent passion as I did on my first wedding. My wife and I have 2 amazing sons, 2 dogs, a cat, and a canary named Tweety! We live in Round Rock just outside of Austin, TX.
- Loren JonesOfficiantReverend Loren Jones is a professional wedding officiants with 100s of wonderful weddings under his belt. He is a "people person" that exudes joy and happiness! He has been a public speaker for over 20 years and brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the Austin Area Weddings team. He brings a sense of calm, levity, and joy to his ceremonies.
- Steven SmallOfficiantPersonable and confident, Steven Small is a natural communicator who thrives in social settings. While new to officiating, his professionalism, charisma, and ability to make others feel comfortable make him an excellent choice for couples seeking a warm and engaging ceremony. Steven approaches each wedding with sincerity and care, ensuring every moment reflects the couple’s unique bond.
- Tammy GuerreroBilingual Officiant Spanish/EnglishOriginally from Santiago, Chile, Tamara Guerrero, known as Tammy, has called Austin her second home since the birth of her two children, now ages 13 and 11. She is also a proud dog mom to her four-legged companion, Toby. Tammy has a natural love for people and connection. When she’s not officiating weddings, she enjoys the gym, a good cup of coffee, reading, and watching great movies. She’s especially passionate about the outdoors, with the beach being her favorite escape. Currently enrolled in a nursing program, Tammy is deeply drawn to caring for others and supporting meaningful life moments. Her spiritual nature and compassionate approach guide her work as a wedding officiant, where she creates ceremonies filled with warmth, intention, and joy. Fluent in Spanish, Tammy offers ceremonies in English, Spanish, or both, ensuring every couple feels seen, celebrated, and at ease on their special day.
- Caleb RyanOfficiantFor Caleb, weddings are more than events, they’re once-in-a-lifetime moments filled with love, meaning, and connection. With experience guiding 200+ weddings as a DJ/MC and coordinating over 100 celebrations, he brings a deep understanding of how to shape a day that feels effortless, personal, and unforgettable. With 3+ years in the wedding industry, he has a calming presence couples lean on, a warm energy guests feel, and a passion for love stories that shines in every ceremony he officiates. He believes every couple deserves to feel heard, supported, and celebrated, not only on their wedding day, but throughout the journey leading up to it.
- Steven SalazarReverend Officiant Bilingual Spanish/EnglishReverend Steven Salazar has spent more than 23 years sharing the gospel around the world and was ordained in 2014 by the late Bishop Kenneth Phillips, and again in 2022 under Oasis Church by Bishop Jonathan and Pastor Stephanie Suber. He currently serves as Prayer Director at Oasis Church, overseeing a team of 80+ and assisting Bishop Suber in ministry. Throughout his years of service, Steven has ministered as an evangelist, missionary to Liberia, and teacher dedicated to equipping believers in their God-given purpose. He has officiated dozens of weddings and remains connected with many of the couples he has married. Steven considers it a true joy and honor to be part of such a meaningful moment in your life and is grateful to be considered as your officiant.
Reviews
4.7
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Multiple reviewers highly praise James as an officiant for weddings, describing him as attentive, warm, and personal, with an exceptional ability to customize ceremonies to reflect the couple's personalities. He is commended for his humor, charisma, and professionalism, creating unforgettable moments that guests rave about. Reviewers appreciate his passion for uniting couples and his seamless coordination, making the whole experience stress-free and exceptional. Guests note his attention to detail, easy communication, and ability to make everyone feel comfortable and happy, earning him glowing recommendations for his outstanding service and dedication to crafting meaningful ceremonies.Review photos
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Shakira T
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5.0
1/13/2026
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If you are even thinking about booking James Simmons STOP THINKING AND DO IT. James is hands-down one of the BEST decisions we made for our wedding day. He didn’t just o...
fficiate our ceremony… he owned it in the best way possible. From the moment he started speaking, the energy completely shifted. He was hilarious, charismatic, heartfelt, and had the entire crowd fully locked in. People are STILL talking about how amazing our officiant was.
James has this natural ability to make everyone feel comfortable, relaxed, and genuinely happy. His humor was perfectly timed, his words were meaningful, and his overall presence was unmatched. It felt personal, authentic, and unforgettable
never stiff or cookie-cutter. The vibes were immaculate.
And let’s talk about his coordinators ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. They were organized, on point, and made sure everything ran smoothly without a single hiccup. The whole team operates at such a high level of excellence, it honestly felt like we were in the hands of true professionals who actually care about your day just as much as you do.
James is not just an officiant he’s an experience. A great person, a great energy, and someone who truly elevates your wedding to the next level. If you want a ceremony that your guests will rave about, laugh during, and remember forever, James Simmons is THE one. 10/10, beyond five stars, and worth every single penny. 🌟👏
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 01/13/2026
Oh my goodness, Shakira! Thank you so much! I'm grateful. Your family and friends made us ...
feel like a part of the family. AND YOU are an absolute bundle of joy! It's like light radiates from you. We pray blessings upon blessings upon you and Jonathan.
Ummi S
5.0
3/14/2026
My husband and I chose Reverend James to marry us right after our first call. He is genuinely kind, incredibly detail-oriented, and brings such a joyful, positive presence. He made...
the entire process smooth and thoughtful, and our ceremony felt very personal and meaningful. And our guests loved him too!! We highly recommend him to any couple looking for someone who truly cares about making your day special.
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John Jacobb V
5.0
3/07/2026
Great ! Great! Great ! Really nice venue and everything else that’s included
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 03/12/2026
Thank you so much! What a beautiful wedding day. I'm grateful.
MORGAN S
5.0
2/22/2026
James is an incredible attentive, warm, and personal individual who treats all of his couple with extreme generosity and care. He is a wonderful person to serve you in your nuptial...
s.
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 02/23/2026
Good morning, Morgan! Thank you so much! Standing up there with you at the beautiful Barr ...
Mansion was an absolute honor. Your family and friends are wonderful and were so welcoming. Thank you for taking the time to leave me a review. I'm grateful.
Alexis W
5.0
2/16/2026
James is an amazing officiant! He was very helpful in guiding us to create the ceremony of our dreams and is definitely a crowd-pleaser. We totally recommend him!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 02/16/2026
Alexis! Thank you so much. Stonehouse Villa at Texas Old Town in Kyle, Texas is one of a k...
ind. What a beautiful day filled with love and joy! Thank you again for taking time to share your thoughts!
Reece M
5.0
2/09/2026
My wife found James during her research leading up to our wedding and further showed me why she takes the lead on things like this. He truly elevated our experience in the best way...
possible. James was easy to get ahold of, brought a bright energy to what can be stressful planning, and showed just how passionate he is about uniting couples for the rest of their lives. He even personally drove our marriage license to the County Clerk’s office since we were flying out the following morning! If you’re looking for someone to officiate yourself and the person of your dreams, your search ends here. Thank you for everything James!!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 02/10/2026
Thank you so much! It was such a joy to be your wedding officiant for your beautiful cerem...
ony. I always strive to bring a calm, bright energy to wedding planning in Central Texas, and I’m so glad I could help make the process a bit easier for you both. Hand-delivering your marriage license to the clerk's office was the least I could do to ensure your big day ended perfectly! Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness as you start your new journey together.
Annette L
5.0
2/03/2026
We cannot say enough wonderful things about James. From the very beginning, he was genuinely happy to get on calls with us, always bringing such joy, laughter, and ease into every ...
conversation. His energy is infectious, and he immediately made us feel comfortable and understood.
James truly got what we wanted for our ceremony. He listened so thoughtfully and seamlessly wove in our cultural traditions while keeping everything flowing naturally and beautifully. The ceremony was the perfect balance of heartfelt emotion and laughter—he brought us (and our guests) to tears, made everyone smile, and kept the timing absolutely perfect.
So many of our guests told us afterward how meaningful, warm, and beautifully done the ceremony was. It felt deeply personal and reflective of who we are as a couple. We couldn’t have imagined a better person to marry us, and we will forever be grateful for the way James helped create such a special, unforgettable moment
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 02/05/2026
Aww...Annette! Thank you so much for such a wonderful review. I'm delighted to hear that w...
e were able to make your ceremony both memorable and reflective of your unique love story. You kind words about my genuine spirit and attention to your cultural traditions means a lot and I am so glad I was able to create such a special and unique for you and your guests. I'm grateful.
Daniela P
5.0
1/13/2026
Rev James Simmons was the sweetest. He helped make our day perfect. We're so glad we chose him to officiate our elopement
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 01/13/2026
Daniela! Thank you so much! Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and the 5...
Star review. I'm grateful.
Haylee B
5.0
1/09/2026
James was so thorough, helpful, and beyond amazing. He was exactly the man for the job. Thank you, James, for making our wedding day so special!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 01/09/2026
Aw Haylee, thank you so much! I'm grateful. My heart is full with your kindness. May your ...
marriage be truly blessed with love and peace.
A W
5.0
1/04/2026
James was extremely friendly, down to earth and personable! He was very responsive and was able to answer any questions my partner and I had being that we are super new to all of t...
his. He was able to even point us in the direction to having a beautiful marriage license that we chose to frame. On our wedding day he made us laugh but also provided the foundation to our next chapter. James was excellent with his selection of how you can personalize your wedding ceremony as well as being our personal dj at the chapel duclinea. So grateful we had the pleasure of using him! Would do it all over again!!!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 01/04/2026
Aveanna!!! Or should I say Mrs. Bent! : ) Thank you so much for your kind words and th...
e beautiful picture. You and Aldon on beautiful on outside AND the inside. Thank you for trusting me to be there for you on this most important day. Wishing you love, joy, and peace in your marriage. I'm grateful.
Jen A
5.0
12/18/2025
James did a fantastic job with our small wedding and was really easy to work with leading up to it. Everyone comment on how well he fit into our small group like he knew us.
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 12/19/2025
Thank you so much Jen! I'm grateful.
Shelby g
5.0
12/15/2025
James Simmons was an amazing choice to be our reverend. He was funny and sweet and made our vision come to life. My entire family doted on him after our ceremony. I highly recommen...
d using him.
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 12/15/2025
Shelby!!! Thank you so much for the review and the pictures. I'm grateful. : )
Emma Z
5.0
12/13/2025
James did amazing and we got so many compliments on his service from family and friends!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 12/15/2025
Thank you so much Emma! I'm grateful.
Casher D
5.0
12/11/2025
James was AWESOME! We loved spending our special day with him. He was very passionate about his message, and the service was perfect. I would not hesitate to recommend James to any...
one. He also made sure to dress accordingly for our type of ceremony and was a consummate professional. His wit and charm were just the right thing to make us feel comfortable. You will not be disappointed going with James.
AAA+++
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 12/11/2025
Thank you so much to the man with the greatest mustache ever! He can send a smoke signal f...
rom Waxahachie and we can see it in Round Rock, TX! Thank you again for the honor of being there on one of the most important days in most of our lives. You two have something so special. May your married life be blessed with love and peace. I'm grateful.
Sydney D
5.0
11/28/2025
Best choice for an officiant!! James was so personable from our first interaction. We met first over zoom where he went over how his process works and how much he genuinely loves w...
eddings. You can really tell he loves what he does for a living like it’s not even a job for him! You can customize your ceremony to how you want and he even has a template if you need any help. It was so refreshing because it was one less thing I had to worry about! We booked him within the first 30 mins of our meeting because it felt right from the first few minutes. Our second meeting was in person at his home since he lives not too far from my husband and I . But he is very accommodating, if you want to meet in a more public space you can. Or if you want to meet on zoom you can! The day before the wedding he called to confirm that he was still coming and what time he planned to arrive, and even though he didn’t have to do that it was reassuring that I had that confirmation. As a bride thing s can go wrong and vendors could cancel last minute so it was nice of him to do that. Day of wedding he did exactly what we had planned for the ceremony and was so nice to our guests. I got so many compliments for how great he was. Will be referring anyone I can to him!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 12/02/2025
Oh my goodness! Thank you so much, Sydney. I'm grateful. May your marriage be richly bless...
ed with light, love, and peace.
Skylar L
5.0
11/21/2025
We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant for our wedding! James did an absolutely amazing job and made the entire experience so special. The ceremony was beautifully written, ...
heartfelt, and perfectly reflected our relationship. James was professional, organized, and so easy to work with throughout the whole process. Our guests even mentioned how much they loved the ceremony!
We’re incredibly grateful for James’s role in our day and would highly recommend him to any couple looking for a truly meaningful and memorable ceremony.
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 11/23/2025
Skylar!! Thank you so much! What an absolutely beautiful day that was. The joy and love of...
everyone there could be felt. May your marriage by blessed beyond measure. May your home be blessed with light, love, and peace.
Raquel M
5.0
11/02/2025
James Simmons was absolutely fantastic! He is so friendly and charismatic, he made our ceremony extra special! I selected him from Chapel Dulcinea's website and reached out because...
I just loved his smile. We no longer live in Texas and didn't get a chance to visit the chapel before the wedding. His knowledge of the property was invaluable and we could not have pulled it off without him. The ceremony was beautiful! It was fun, lighthearted, and had the right amount of humor. We loved it and so did our guests. Thank you so much, James!!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 11/02/2025
Thank you so much! You and Neil epitomize love. Your family and friends were so welcoming ...
and helpful. I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share with other couples your experience. I'm grateful.
Meagan R
5.0
10/28/2025
James was amazing at our wedding, he added our suggestions and personal notes during the ceremony. After the first time we spoke with him, we knew he loved what he did and everyone...
would feel that too. If you're looking for an officiant PICK JAMES, at Austin Area Weddings, you won't be disappointed. ♡♡♡
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 10/29/2025
Meagan!!!! Thank you so much! The way your husband looked at you coming down the aisle and...
throughout the ceremony was absolutely awe inspiring. The love could be felt. Thank you again for the honor of being there on one of the most important days of our lives.
Ashley M
5.0
10/28/2025
James married my husband and I on 10/7/25 and we couldn’t have had a better wedding officiant! He was wonderful to work with.
Throughout the entire process James was kind, helpful...
, responsive and organized. He also made sure we knew how to go about returning the marriage license.
His delivery at our ceremony was flawless, warm and engaging.
We are so grateful and lucky to have had James we would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a wedding officiant!
Thank you James!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 10/28/2025
Ashley!! Thank you so much. I am grateful that from the beginning you made me feel so appr...
eciated. May your marriage be filled with light, love, and peace.
Liz D
5.0
10/27/2025
James was an amazing officiant. Our wedding was short and sweet, but he managed to bring depth, humor, and sincerity to the ceremony, which is exactly what we were looking for. And...
both of our families loved the service.
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 10/28/2025
Liz!!! Thank you so much. What an absolutely beautiful day that was! Your parents, that ri...
ng bearer and flower girl!!!!! Thank you again for the honor of being a part of such a wonderful occasion. I'm grateful.
Ashley C
5.0
10/26/2025
James was so amazing! Communication with him was open, prompt and so easy. His charisma and heart felt way of talking made our ceremony so special! 10/10 would recommend!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 10/27/2025
Thank you so much Ashley! I'm grateful.
Sophia G
5.0
10/26/2025
I can not recommend James enough! He was fantastic, and we are so glad we chose him to officiate our elopement ceremony. He catered our ceremony to our exact wants and was very res...
ponsive and considerate when we had questions.
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 10/27/2025
Sophia! Thank you so much!! I'm grateful. What a beautiful day of joy that was!
Briana W
1.0
10/15/2025
James was great during our initial meet, however during the day of the wedding although he showed up I heard from multiple people, family members, our dj, photographers and coordin...
ators that he was yelling at people outside our venue. He seemed a bit everywhere. We did end up getting married and the speech he provided was ok but he definitely added alot of stress to a day already stressful as it is.
I don’t know if he was having an off day as we all have them but definitely not ok.
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 10/23/2025
Hi Briana. My sincere apologies that your day was not all that you wished. The only slight...
ly negative discussion I had on your wedding day was your family member that was DJing.
He was very insistent on me holding a microphone while officiating your ceremony. When I told him I generally use both hands for my notes that I would prefer to have a mic stand. He said he didn't bring one. I said, okay I'll figure it out. Then he stated that for your vows that I hold the mic in front of each of you.
Of course, I can absolutely do that, it's just that over 2,200 weddings I've officiated it is my experience that for this most important part of the ceremony I am not needed or usually wanted in the pictures. This is a very personal time for the bride and groom. With having someone stand there while you two are making a lifelong covenant is not usually done.
I then suggested that he simply mic the groom up with a lapel mic (which is done at 99% of the 2,286 weddings I've officiated. He stated they didn't bring any lapel mics or a mic stand. Perhaps I did register a sense of surprise/disappointment at an industry standard that is so simple was overlooked. He seemed upset and said he was just doing this as a favor anyway because he was family and that this is not his fulltime job.
I went to him, shook his hand, and apologized. I stated I did not realize that. He said it was all good and he just wanted a good vibe. I said absolutely. That was the end of it. I am very surprised that this was communicated to you in a different manner and apologize again if anything involving me caused stress.
I pray you have a wonderful marriage. I truly wish you all the best.
Anthony W
5.0
9/30/2025
Our wedding was a very amazing day. We had a wonderful time and James did a phenomenal job making our day brighter! Thank you very much!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 10/08/2025
Thank you Anthony!!!
Juliette R
5.0
7/15/2025
We loved James! He was incredibly friendly, humorous, and welcoming! He was very knowledgeable of our venue and had a lot of options and ideas for our service. He was very professi...
onal throughout the entire process and answered all our questions quickly. He made our wedding day stress free and amazing!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 07/17/2025
Juliette!!!! Thank you so much for taking time to post this beautiful review. I'm grateful...
! Your wedding day was so amazing there at the Chapel. When you came down the aisle you looked like a Disney princess! Thank you and William again for choosing me to be there on such a special day. And yes, William did look like a Disney prince!!! : ) I pray you two have a wonderful marriage full of laughter, peace and joy. Blessings to you both!
Kylie B
5.0
7/13/2025
We truly cannot recommend our officiant highly enough! From our very first (free!) Zoom consultation, we knew we were in great hands. He was incredibly personable and instantly mad...
e us feel comfortable and excited about our ceremony.
Before the wedding, he took the time to hang out with the groomsmen, learned everyone’s names, and immediately felt like part of the group. He went above and beyond helping with ceremony logistics and even suggested great photo spots around our venue — which turned out beautifully.
After the wedding, our family couldn’t stop talking about how amazing he was. He brought such warmth, professionalism, and joy to our big day.
10000/10 recommend — we’re so grateful he was part of our wedding!
Carissa M
5.0
7/07/2025
We couldn’t have asked for a better Officiant. James was wonderful, our calls with him were wonderful, we talked about how we would like our ceremony to go. He helped us customize ...
our ceremony and the day of was beautiful.
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 07/08/2025
Hi Carissa! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave me a review. I am so grateful! ...
Your kind and informative words will help potential couples a great deal. May your marriage be blessed beyond measure!
Hao Ran Y
5.0
7/01/2025
James was amazing. The vibe was right, he is very well spoken, and is a funny and amazing guy.
Even our photographer who have seen many weddings said that he was very impressive.
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 07/01/2025
Hao!! Thank you so much! You and your WIFE were so much fun to work with. May your marriag...
e be richly blessed! I sincerely hope our paths cross again.
Brooke H
5.0
6/26/2025
James was truly amazing!!! From our first meeting we knew that we love him and wanted him to marry us. James takes his time to get to know each and every couple personally and it s...
hows during his ceremonies he performs.
We knew we wanted to do the unity ceremony but there are so many that we have seen. James walked us through and described a lot of different ones he has seen. In the end helped us choose a letter and wine box unity ceremony.
Austin Area Weddings offers tons of different packages from just James being at only your ceremony to a huge package that starts the day of payment that includes a wedding planner, coordinator, TIMELINE, clean up and set up, and of course James himself.
He was an irreplaceable part of this special day!!!
- Brooke & Kaleb Hughes
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 06/26/2025
Oh, my goodness! Thank you so much for your kind words. It's couples like you that keep me...
going! I truly LOVE being a part of one of the most important days in most of our lives. It is such a blessing when a bride and groom come along that I can't wait until their wedding day!!! May your marriage be blessed beyond measure. I'm grateful.
All my best,
Brennan D
5.0
6/05/2025
James was the perfect officiant for our wedding. From our first meeting he radiated enthusiasm, turning what might have been a checklist task into the most exciting part of our pla...
nning. He came prepared with a clear timeline and worksheet, so every detail fell neatly into place. Beyond logistics, James offered inspired touches we’d never have discovered on our own: a wine-box time capsule with love letters to open on our first anniversary and the tip that Texas lets you choose a keepsake marriage license from any county. Those ideas elevated the ceremony from “beautiful” to unforgettable.
On the day itself, his words about love felt genuine rather than canned, weaving humor and warmth that had our guests smiling through happy tears. Several guests sought us out afterward just to say how moved they were by his message and how clearly his passion shone through. Thanks to James we not only had a seamless ceremony but one that reflected who we are as a couple—personal, memorable, and filled with joy. If you want an officiant who is both impeccably organized and creatively inspired, look no further!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 06/05/2025
Wow! Brennan you and Jess were a dream couple to work with. Not only are you beautiful on ...
the outside but on the inside as well. The world is a better place with the two you in it! I know I've already told you but your thoughtful gift and heartfelt, hand written note that each of you took time to share your thoughts will be forever treasured. May happiness, health, and peace be yours always. I'm grateful.
Christie W
5.0
6/03/2025
We had a fantastic experience with James as our wedding officiant! Communication was absolutely amazing. We got immediate responses every time, which made the whole process stress-...
free. We were able to really customize the script as much as we wanted and his charisma really brought it to life! Out of all our wedding vendors, he was by far the easiest to book and work with. Highly recommend!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 06/05/2025
Christie!!! Thank you so much! I'm so grateful that you trusted me to be a part of such a ...
special day in your life. Your kindness is greatly appreciated. Blessings upon your marriage and your life.
Kristyn C
5.0
5/19/2025
Reverend Simmons was great to work with and so enthusiastic about being part of our day. I loved that we got to pick what we wanted him to say during the ceremony. He went slightly...
off script, but overall we were really happy with how the ceremony turned out! Definitely recommend working with him!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 06/05/2025
Hi Kristyn! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts. I'm grateful! Ma...
y your marital home be filled with peace, love, and light.
Mikayla C
5.0
5/19/2025
From the moment we first spoke with Mr. Simmons, we knew he was someone special. He brought warmth, professionalism, and a genuine sense of care that made our intimate wedding of 1...
0 people feel sacred, meaningful, and deeply personal.
James helped us shape a ceremony that truly felt like us. He offered thoughtful suggestions, listened to what mattered most to us, and made sure every detail reflected our relationship. His guidance and creativity added touches we hadn’t even considered—making the day feel even more special and unique to who we are as a couple.
In such a small gathering, every detail mattered—and James made sure nothing was overlooked. He carried himself with grace, spoke with sincerity, and brought a calming presence that helped ease all the nerves leading up to our vows. It truly felt like we were being married by a dear friend.
What James gave us was more than a ceremony—it was a moment in time that we will carry in our hearts forever. We are so grateful for his kindness, his poise, and the love he poured into helping us start this new chapter.
If you’re looking for someone to officiate your wedding who will honor your love and make your day unforgettable, we wholeheartedly recommend Mr. James Simmons. He was an irreplaceable part of our most cherished day.
With deepest gratitude,
Mikayla & Lucas Manchego
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 06/26/2025
Mikayla and Lucas!!! Thank you so much! I absolutely appreciate the way you guys made me f...
eel like family. To be able to be there on one of the most important days of most of lives is truly an honor. I am beyond grateful for your kindness and trust. May your marriage be blessed beyond measure.
Michaela M
5.0
5/12/2025
James was the best to have officiant our wedding! Our families both loved him, he was so kind and thoughtful throughout the entire planning process..exceeded our expectations!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 05/12/2025
Thank you so much Michaela! I'm grateful. Having the honor of being there on one of the mo...
st important days in most of our lives, I'm thankful you chose me. May blessings, peace, and joy be in your marriage for all of your days.
Scottie C
5.0
2/28/2025
James added a great deal of humor to the ceremony and was very charismatic, which we enjoyed! We did have a small hiccup with the date on the license but James stayed on top of it ...
throughout the entire process of getting it corrected. He was very responsive and kept us informed the entire time. He was a pleasure to work with.
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 02/28/2025
Thank you sir. I appreciate your patience and grace throughout this process. I'm grateful.
Myles P
5.0
12/18/2024
Pastor James was a great officiant for our wedding. My wife and I enjoyed his hospitality and humor. My family also loved his energy he brought to our ceremony and at our rehearsal...
. Thank you again Pastor James!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 12/20/2024
Myles! I absolutely love your family! Your brothers, your sister, your mom, and of course ...
your dad. I was an absolute honor to be a part of your wedding day. The joy your family has is truly special and I was blessed to be around and get to know everyone. Thank you for taking the time to let me know how I did. I'm grateful. Blessings to you and your family!
Jordan A
5.0
10/20/2024
James is a one-of-a-kind. He is so passionate about what he does, and it really shows in his work. He was absolutely incredible, and we couldn't be happier.
He helped make our cer...
emony so special, and really helped us by giving suggestions/ideas for our ceremony as well. Everything came out so perfect.
Thank you again James!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 10/21/2024
Hi Jordan! Thank you so much! You and your family are wonderful. I enjoyed visiting with y...
our parents at your sister's house as well as meeting your grandparents. Thank you for trusting me with such an incredibly important event.
Joel M
5.0
10/16/2024
James is so awesome! Very talented and detailed and has the ability to go off script (if needed) beautifully. He is your to go person!!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 10/17/2024
Joel!!! Thank you so much sir! I'm grateful. : )
Ashley H
5.0
10/16/2024
James was the absolute best! He was so much help leading up to the ceremony and even filed our marriage license afterwards. We had a fairly short ceremony but he still made sure it...
was personable. Guests had such nice things to say afterwards and he was so friendly throughout the entire process. You can’t go wrong having James be a part of your special day!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 10/21/2024
Ashley! Your beauty radiates on all those around you. Thank you!
Jeff G
5.0
10/16/2024
James was absolutely amazing! So easy to get a hold of and happy to go above and beyond. He did such an amazing job at our wedding. So grateful, thanks again!!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 10/16/2024
Thank you Jeff! I'm grateful.
Kirsten T
5.0
10/16/2024
AMAZING as our officiant. Our family and friends kept talking about how beautiful our ceremony was and a huge part was the officiant. From our first phone call to discuss our visio...
n, James totally understood it and made our vision come to life. Would absolutely recommend for your officiant!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 10/16/2024
Hi Kirsten! Thank you so much! I'm grateful. I so enjoyed my visit with your dad. He share...
d some great stories from his career. Your family and friends were so kind as well!
Marian P
5.0
10/16/2024
James Simmons was very approachable from the beginning. He took his time to make our special day unique and personal. He was also very flexible and understanding. We got a lot of c...
ompliments by our guest saying he made them feel at ease. Over all he was amazing!!!!!!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 10/16/2024
Hi Marian! Thank you so much!! You guys brought back many memories from my time in Odessa....
Best wishes!!
Maryann S
5.0
9/21/2024
James officiated our elopement. He was professional and knowledgeable. We had the option of customizing our ceremony and he went the extra mile in making our day special and unique...
.
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 09/21/2024
Thank you Maryann! 7am elopements are my favorite!! : )
Justin P
5.0
9/16/2024
James was awesome and very communicative for our wedding and was very helpful and answered any questions me and my wife had. The responses were always quick! If you’re looking for ...
an awesome Officiant James is an awesome pick!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 09/16/2024
Thank you Justin! You are one of the classiest grooms I've had the pleasure of working wit...
h. You and Jennifer will have a successful marriage. Your heart is good! If you two ever need anything, please call me. Blessings!
Tanja B
5.0
9/12/2024
We couldn't have asked for a more personal and warm officiant for our wedding. His heartfelt words and genuine presence made our special day truly unforgettable. He effortlessly ma...
de us feel at ease and connected, creating a ceremony that perfectly reflected our love story. Highly recommended!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 09/12/2024
Tanja, you and your family and friends made me so comfortable! I felt like I was a part of...
the family. Thank you so much for trusting me for such an important occasion. I'm grateful.
Araceli L
5.0
8/27/2024
He was so kind and accomodating when we and our families arrived, very prompt and efficiant and helped achieve our dream day, Thank you so much!- Mr. & Mrs. Lee
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 08/27/2024
Thank you so much! You are such a beautiful couples. Thank you again for the honor of bein...
g a part of your big day!
Kayla M
5.0
7/07/2024
When my Husband and I were looking for officiants James Simmons stood out the most. We were able to meet with him through Zoom and he walked us through the ceremony when we didn’t ...
even know where to begin. He was able to help me visualize my wedding before it began which brought tears to my eyes. We knew at that moment he was our guy. His experience is extensive and his charisma was off the charts. He offered extra time, a family dinner, and a willingness to travel far for us. His story about his unity ceremony with his wife moved us so much that we too did the wine box ceremony for our wedding. I was busy getting ready for the wedding so I did not get to see him much beforehand but my husband told me how well he mingled with our families. The ceremony AC broke during our ceremony (Texas in June is not a great combination) but he didn’t even flinch. He conducted the ceremony just how I imagined and I so thankful for him being there for us. It was such a relief while we were planning the wedding to know that the ceremony was in great hands. He even helped walk us through the marriage license and informed us of many other recommendations which we didn’t think of at the time. From the little time we have known him it was very apparent that he is a family centered man and truly a genuine person (which often is hard to find these days). I would highly recommend him to any of our friends looking for an officiant!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 07/07/2024
Awwww....Kayla! Thank you so much!! You and Joel are absolutely the sweetest. Your family ...
and friends were so nice and helpful. It was truly an honor to be a part of such a milestone in your lives. I'm grateful.
Taylor M
5.0
6/18/2024
Working with James was a pleasure! Everything went great.
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 06/18/2024
Thank you Taylor!!
EMILY H
5.0
6/12/2024
James was so wonderful to work with! We were apprehnsive about just hiring someone who didn't know to officiate our wedding, but we felt so comfortable after meeting him. He is prs...
onable, funny, and clearly koves what he does.
He was super helpful in getting us started on what to write/say during the ceremony. He was also open to ideas as well.
During the ceremony he did exactly what we asked for. We had several guests comment on how awesome he was and asked if he was a family friend since he seemed to know us so well as a couple. It was just great! I also had an engaged couple ask for his information and want to use him for their upcoming wedding too! Thanks for making our day so special James!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 06/12/2024
Thank you so much Emily! What an absolutely wonderful day that was! Your family and friend...
s made me feel so welcome. I enjoyed getting to know everyone. Thank you for taking the time to share such thoughtful words. I'm grateful.
Lexie Y
5.0
6/11/2024
James was so great! It was such an easy process setting up for the big day! He guided us through a lot as we approached our wedding day. The ceremony was so special and we couldn’t...
have been happier!
Response from Austin Area Weddings on 06/11/2024
Awww...Lexie! Thank you so much. I absolutely enjoyed getting to meet your family. You guy...
s are truly blessed with great family and friends. May your home and life be blessed with peace, love, and joy.
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