5.0
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Montana, Yellowstone National Park, Glacier National Park
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Vicki made our elopement better than we imagined. We were from out of state & had a lot of questions. She was able to not only answer our questions but sent us a link to her portal that provided even more details. She was very responsive to emails & went above & beyond to make our day special. We are grateful for her guidance & help making our day magical.
Jennifer I.
5.0
We can’t thank Vicky enough for officiating our vow renewal. My hubby decided to surprise me and found Vicky to help with this, she was very responsive and happy to help in any way she could. They certainly pulled it off and as we stood before her we could feel her positive energy and excitement for us. It was a beautiful intimate time and we can’t thank her enough for helping make this dream come true
Angela & Steve H.
5.0
Vicki Wiepking
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Vicki Wiepking, is a Universal Life Church minister located in Bozeman, MT who combines her passion for writing and spiritual pursuits in a modern way for the couples she serves. She has performed a large variety of wedding services, ranging from formal Christian to non-denominational and civil, specializing in customized scripts and vows.
Whether you are in the backcountry of Yellowstone, in your own backyard on a sunny afternoon or on the ski slopes of beautiful Montana, Vicki will create a ceremony that highlights your personal values and expresses your unique bond as a couple.
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Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Religious Affiliations
Buddhist
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Secular
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Wedding Activities
Premarital Counseling
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Vicki Wiepking
Owner
Love is my religion ~ Nature is my church
While I am more of a teacher than a preacher, spirituality has always been a huge part of my life and education. So when I was first asked to officiate a friend's wedding and create a nature themed ceremony set next to a rushing mountain creek - I was hooked! I loved helping them make their big day unique and special, and I have loved every one of the 400+ weddings I have officiated since then. I would love to do the same for you.
When I’m not working you can find me on a river, a ski run, or just being lazy in my backyard with my hubby of 19 years.
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The officiant was praised as warm, professional, and highly responsive, making elopements and vow renewals feel personal and stress-free. Reviewers highlighted helpful planning tools, flexibility (even a 4 AM sunrise ceremony), and great rapport with guests and kids. Many strongly recommend her.Review photos
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Bridgette
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5.0
We had the most wonderful wedding day and an incredible experience at Big Sky! Vicki's energy is absolutely amazing—she truly made our day even more special. From our very first ca...
ll to the moment we said, "I do," she kept everything running smoothly and effortlessly.
Vicki's professionalism, kindness, and personal touch made all the difference. She even teared up with us during our vows, which meant so much to us. And the beautiful book she created with our vows inside is something we will cherish forever.
Thank you, Vicki, for making our wedding day so remarkable. We are beyond grateful!
With love,
Bridget & Brent
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
I'm so happy for the two of you and it was my pleasure to help you work your wedding vows ...
into your ski adventures! Thank you for your kind words - yes, I loved every second of it. Remember to keep your tips up and best of luck to you both!
Jennifer I
5.0
Vicki made our elopement better than we imagined. We were from out of state & had a lot of questions. She was able to not only answer our questions but sent us a link to her port...
al that provided even more details. She was very responsive to emails & went above & beyond to make our day special. We are grateful for her guidance & help making our day magical.
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
It really was a magical day! Thank you so much for the kind words and sharing the photos. ...
It is such a pleasure to bring couples to one of my favorite places ever! Best of luck to you both! ~V
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Angela & Steve H
5.0
We can’t thank Vicky enough for officiating our vow renewal. My hubby decided to surprise me and found Vicky to help with this, she was very responsive and happy to help in any way...
she could. They certainly pulled it off and as we stood before her we could feel her positive energy and excitement for us. It was a beautiful intimate time and we can’t thank her enough for helping make this dream come true
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Truly my pleasure to assist in the surprise vow renewal!! I'm so glad you were able to tak...
e a moment and celebrate yourselves. Let's do it again sometime! Best of luck to you both ~V
Emily S
5.0
Vicki was absolutely wonderful! She was warm, personable, and made our ceremony feel so special. She made everyone feel comfortable, and everything went smoothly. 10/10 highly reco...
mmend!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Hi Emily and Blake! It was my pleasure to be part of your big day. I love it when couples ...
lead me to new places - even though I drive by that little chapel all the time. I will be stopping there again to soak up the good vibes in there. I hope a little piece of Montana made it home with you! Best of luck ~Vicki
Stephenie S
5.0
Vicki was amazing! She was professional, sincere, and made us feel completely at ease throughout the entire process. She has a wonderful system that makes planning incredibly easy....
She sends you a link with ceremony wording that is completely customizable, so there isn't much you have to do yourself.
We truly appreciated everything she did for us. She even showed up at 4:00 a.m. for our sunrise wedding in Yellowstone without hesitation! Her kindness, flexibility, and genuine care helped make our wedding day absolutely perfect. We couldn't recommend her more highly!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Hello Stephenie & Tommy & Family! Thank you so much for you kind words, and adventurous s...
pirits. It was truly a pleasure to hike up that dewy hillside at dawn with you and your kids. They were too cute, and very good sports. I hope the rest of your day in Yellowstone was sublime. Best of luck to you all~Vicki
MARTINA B
5.0
Vicki will forever be in our memories! We eloped in Montana, and was 100% open to a new adventure in a state we have never been to. Vicki helped us know the environment, had meetin...
gs with us, and helped us complete our elopement in a seamless way. We are very grateful to her, and also my family loved her! She is great with kids!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
What a beautiful day - and your daughter was the sweetest flower girl/ring bearer ever! I ...
hope you enjoyed your time with your lovely family here in Big Sky Country. It gets deep in your heart, I know! Thank you for your kind words and best of luck to you all!!
Chris B
5.0
Vicki is the best! My wife and I just renewed our vows. From first contact until the ceremony everything was perfect and super easy. Communication was excellent. Vicki knows the ar...
ea well and was helpful picking out a spot. 100% would recommend.
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
It was so wonderful to help you renew your vows - in Grand Teton!! Such a special place, a...
nd you are a very special couple. Thank you for your kind words, and I hope we can do it again sometime. Blessings ~ Vicki
lachlan k
5.0
Vicki was amazing to work with, she made everything so easy and clear in terms of organisation and planning and on the day she had great energy and helped make it a fun and unforge...
ttable experience.
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Yes, standing on that hill in Yellowstone park was definitely unforgettable. And the two o...
f you definitely brought the good mojo with you from Australia! I hope you enjoyed the rest of your trip and made some amazing memories. Thank you so much and best of luck to you both! ~ Vicki
Shiloh C
5.0
Vicki was great! She was all we had hoped for in an officiant. She was personal, patient, and thoughtful day of and days leading up to our wedding. Appreciate her so much!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Oh thank you so much! I loved how he switched the ring on you during the ceremony. Definit...
ely unexpected and totally romantic. What a great day at Sage Lodge, and I wish you both the best of luck in the future! ~Vicki
Marisa R
5.0
Vicki helped to make our elopement the perfect day! Our ceremony was short and sweet and was exactly what we were looking for.
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Short and Sweet elopements are the best! What a lovely day at Montage Big Sky, and I hope ...
you enjoyed your evening photo shoot. Thank you so much for your kind words and best of luck to you both! ~Vicki
Philip P
5.0
Vicki was very professional and helped make our event everything we hoped for!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
What a fun, winter wedding! I hope you had a great day on the slopes with your family. Tha...
nk you for your kind words and best of luck to you both! ~Vicki
Maria R
5.0
Vicki is amazing! Her professionalism and guidance put me and my partner at ease, knowing that she would help us every step of the way.
Kristen H
5.0
Vicki went above and beyond to make our wedding perfect for us!! Thank you!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm so glad it was what you wanted and it was a ple...
asure to be part of the big day. Best of luck to you both! ~Vicki
Jen K
5.0
Vicki is the best. We loved having her be a part of our special day. She goes out of the way to make it amazing and she’s a blast to be around! 100000% recommend her!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Oh you are so sweet. And such good sports - the brisk, autumn air was worth it! Thank you ...
so much for including me in your big day. I had (almost!) as much fun as you did. I wish you both the best of luck!
Jaylene N
5.0
Vicki was so kind and easy to work with, as well as a wealth of knowledge. She made our day easy AND FUN!
Jennifer R
5.0
Vicki was incredible to work with! She not only made our elopement special by ensuring she captured the vision we wanted for our ceremony but was also sweet, flexible, and accommod...
ating. If you are looking for a wedding officiant near Bozeman, MT she is amazing!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Oh it was my pleasure. I'm so happy your big day was just the way you wanted it. And you f...
amily couldn't have been sweeter. I loved how your Dad was so emotional he could hardly give you away!! Too precious. Best of luck to you all! ~V
Lana P
5.0
Thank you Vicki for all of your support leading up to the ceremony. Your calm professionalism really showed through and alleviated any of our concerns going into the big day! We ha...
d so much fun during the ceremony and wouldn't have changed a thing.
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
You're so welcome! I'm glad it was a fun, memorable experience for you both. It was so lov...
ely to share the big day with you! Best of Luck, Lana and Ryan!!
Stephanie W
5.0
Vicki made our wedding day even more special than we could have dreamed! We had two zoom meetings prior to our elopement and really worked through our vows and made our ceremony so...
much smoother and more personal. Vicki made everything easy breezy and she is fun and funny. A perfect stress free day! Thank you Vicki!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
What a lovely day in Paradise Valley - and a lovely couple. It was such a pleasure to help...
you celebrate - and yes, you are fun and funny too!! Thank you for your kind words. Best of luck to you both! ~V
Jenna M
5.0
Beyond all expectations! Viki was so detailed, easy, and did all the work for me! The love I saw in her eyes that day while she officiated the wedding is something I will not soon ...
forget. Thank you so much for everything!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Oh, Jenna your celebration just dripped with vintage elegance. It reminded me of my family...
in so many ways - the tiered cake, the crochet doilies, the wedding mints. And you both were just glowing, it's hard not to swim in all that love. Truly my pleasure. Best of luck to you both! ~V
Shelly F
5.0
Vicki was great! She first reached out and scheduled a teleconference so that she could get to know us and what we wanted for our ceremony! We then corresponded by phone and email....
She accommodated our beautiful ceremony, provided our music, and printed our personalized vows….all with a Montana mountain and river theme in mind. We were very pleased and would highly recommend Vicki to anyone wanting a personalized approach to their special day.
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
It was such a pleasure to be part of your big day. I love getting to weave in a little bit...
of Montana into ceremonies, and help you take a piece of the big sky home with you in your hearts. Best of luck to you both, and hopefully, I'll see you on the river someday soon!! ~V
Danielle G
5.0
My husband and I live in Michigan and were traveling to Montana for a music festival. We thought why not? And decided to elope while we were there since it had always been a dream ...
of mine. Vicki was so awesome at communicating with us fast and helpful even while being across the country! We got married in Hyalite reservoir (one of the many beautiful suggestions made by Vicki) just the two of us and it was the most beautiful out of a movie experience I’ve ever had and a day I will never forget that she made entirely possible. Any questions we had she answered effortlessly and efficiently also while being so accommodating to anything we needed (including a good steak house recommendation!). My husband and I joke about how we’d re-marry each other once a year and I without a doubt would have Vicki officiate every single one. I can’t thank you enough and will forever be grateful to you for making this all happen for us!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Oh, that's so sweet! I hope you do renew your vows every year. It was such a pleasure to h...
elp you make your big day happen in one of my favorite places. Best of luck to you both! ~V
Alissa O
5.0
Vicki was amazing! There’s no one else me and my now husband would’ve wanted to have officiate our ceremony. We had a destination wedding and Vicki was so great at communicating an...
d helping us through the whole thing. By the time we got to Montana for our special day it’s like we had known her our whole lives❤️ Thank you Vicki!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Hi Alissa and Cody,
It was such a pleasure to meet you and your family. I appreciate your...
kind words! You all were exceptionally friendly so it was easy to feel like part of the family. I hope you truly enjoyed saying your vows under the Big Sky and best of luck to you both!
Melissa N
5.0
Vicki was so easy to work with- so knowledgeable and very much listened to our wishes. We loved our ceremony so much- and she made it beautiful and so easy for us to just show up ...
and be very comfortable. Highly recommend!!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Thank you, Melissa. I'm glad you enjoyed your time in Big Sky Country. It was a true pleas...
ure to be part of your event. Best of luck!!
Ashley K
5.0
Vicki was perfect for our elopement. With us traveling states away Vicki kept perfect communication and listened to what we wanted for our ceremony. The ceremony was seamless thank...
s to her. You can tell she has a heart for what she does and I’m so glad we had her as our officiant. 💜
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
It was so lovely to help you celebrate at Sage Lodge. I really do take each couple's vows ...
to heart and try to bring a little bit of that love home with me. Thank you so much for your kind words. Best of luck to you both!! ~V
Shannon S
5.0
I had never considered how important it is to have a solid officiant until I started planning my wedding. Vicki was truly the piece that held my ceremony together.
She was so help...
ful and wonderful with every part of the ceremony. She has a template that allows you to customize it to your liking and provides tips to make the ceremony flow well.
She arrived early the day of the wedding and made sure everyone knew what they were doing. I can’t say enough good things about her. We love you Vicki! Thank you!
Amanda B
5.0
If you want a PERFECT wedding ceremony hire Vicki! She was exactly what we wanted and couldn’t have asked for anything more. Not to mention, all of our family and friends complimen...
ted her and her ceremony as well. She was so easy to work with! She is the best!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Thank you for your kind words. I'm glad the ceremony was everything you wanted it to be. Y...
ou and your family were so sweet. I enjoyed meeting you all and helping you celebrate the big day. Best of luck!! ~V
Meghan S
5.0
Thank you Vicky! Our ceremony was perfect, and your direction was much appreciated!
Matt H
5.0
Vicki was awesome! Very helpful and professional. She did a great job working with us to create our perfect ceremony.
Angela R
5.0
It was a pleasure working with Vicki. She made everything so easy and memorable. I would highly recommend her. Thanks so much Vicki
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Thank you so much! Your family was so wonderful. It was a pleasure to help you celebrate a...
nd be part of your 30th wedding anniversary!! Happy Trails ~V
Kayluh M
5.0
Vicki did a phenomenal job in helping us to plan our ceremony and officiating our wedding!
We loved that we were able to customize our ceremony so that it felt right for us. Vick...
i provided many recommendations for ceremony options and also was able to incorporate our individualized requests.
She was organized and was able to help to direct our wedding party during our rehearsal. She was wonderful at helping everyone know where they needed to be. Her ability to take charge really let us focus on just being present.
We loved our ceremony and Vicki helped us make it our own!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
I am so happy that your big day was exactly as you hoped. It was my pleasure to help you a...
nd your family celebrate. Such a lovely venue and decor too... Thanks so much for your kind words and I wish you the best of luck in the future! ~V
Angela M
5.0
Vicki really went above and beyond for my wife and I. She is professional, caring, compassionate, and you can tell she loves what she does. She walked through very high snow in ...
a dress and heels to marry us...I call that dedication to making our dreams a reality. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a superb officiant!!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a privilege and a pleasure to be of service ...
on your big day. And tiptoeing through snow was the least I could do for such a beautiful, sweet couple. Best of luck to you both!! ~V
Keri R
5.0
We contacted Vicki through the knot app. We found her on this site and loved what she stood for and the reviews. After contacting her she was quick and prompt with her responses. I...
t was in just a few messages we knew she was the perfect fit for our special day. She also offered couples counseling before the wedding that we took her up on. We only did a few sessions but she made us feel that we were very prepared to have a long lasting marriage. She was extremely helpful through the entire process even through the wedding. Unfortunately we didn't get to meet her in person to the day before the wedding because of covid but we were only reassured we made the best choice to on choosing her for our special day. She fit in great with our family and friends. We couldn't be more happier to have her apart of our special day. You will not be disappointed in choosing her as your officiant!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
It was such a pleasure to work with you before, up to, and during your big day. The work ...
you put into the pre-marital sessions will serve you well in the years to come, and I'm sure you will have a long and happy marriage. And your wedding was incredibly fun and personal - I loved being a part of it. It was awesome to celebrate with your family (and dance with your Dad!!). Best of luck to you both!
Samantha B
5.0
Vicki is SO wonderful and was a huge help every step of the way. The ceremony and vows she prepared for us were better than we could have dreamed and she helped make our wedding da...
y absolutely perfect. Thank you Vicki!!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Thank you so much for your kind words. It has been such a pleasure working with you, and r...
eally fun too! Best of luck to you both and Happy New Year!!
Amanda A
5.0
Vicki made our day extra special! Would highly recommend :)
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Thank you so much, Amanda. It was my pleasure to help you celebrate your big day. Best of ...
luck to you both!! ~Vicki
Alexandra M
5.0
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Vicki and her services. She made our elopement perfection. She was kind, patient, hilarious and walked us through the entire process. She...
made it seamless. Highly recommend using her!!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Your wedding was truly magical and it was an honor to help you make that happen. Thank you...
so much for your kind words and best of luck to you both!! ~Vicki
Talima Z
5.0
Big Sky Country Minister was amazing. She made our already special day even more special! From beginning to end she was both professional and kind. We couldn't be more please...
d with the quality service we received.
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
I'm so happy you were pleased with everything. It was such a fun adventure hiking up to th...
e wedding spot with your family! Best of luck to you both ~ V
Jennifer B
5.0
Vicki was marvelous from start to finish. Scheduling and paying was a breeze. She provided plenty of ceremony script material that I conveniently used to personalize our ceremony. ...
She thoroughly reviewed all of the details with us during our rehearsal phone call. Vicki arrived appropriately early on our wedding day and was very cheerful and professional. She was articulate during our ceremony and was able to file our marriage license the very same day. We highly recommend Vicki’s wedding services!
Karlee S
5.0
Vicki went above and beyond to make sure our special day was perfect. She was so easy to communicate with and was open and supportive of any changes we wanted. After the ceremony, ...
everyone commented on how great she was. Thank you so much Vicki for your hard work!
Response from Big Sky Country Minister
Thank you so much for your kind words. I enjoyed helping you celebrate on the Solstice! It...
was a lovely event, and it's my pleasure to be part of it. Best of luck to you both!!
Amy F
5.0
Vicki was amazing! She helped us create the perfect ceremony, personalized for us. She performed the ceremony in a professional as well as warm and welcoming manner. I am so grat...
eful that she was part of our special day!
Aaron P
5.0
Kim and I want to say again how amazingly special and touching our ceremony was that you helped create! We couldn’t have done it without you!
Both of us feel it couldn’t have gone ...
any smoother or more perfect! Your guidance throughout was superb and made it so easy for us, we can’t thank you enough!!!
M. W
5.0
Vicki was FANTASTIC to work with. She provided multiple sample templates and allowed us to pick, choose, and customize our ceremony however we wanted. She also provided a fun quest...
ionnaire that was incredibly helpful when it came time to draft our vows.
On the day of, she spoke beautifully- clear, slow, and with lots of inflection. Our guests couldn’t stop telling me how moved they were & that they cried during the ceremony. Choose Vicki to officiate- one of the easiest decisions we made in the whole planning process.
Keith H
5.0
We loved working with Vicki. Our wedding day was stress-free and the ceremony was beautiful! We absolutely recommend Vicki to anyone, she did such a great job making suggestions ...
and giving us templates, while still tailoring the ceremony to fit our needs. Thank you Vicki!
Shaye C
5.0
Vicky is great! She Actually took the time to personalized our ceremony with things that matter in our lives, and helped us come up with new fun ideas to add! All over she is 10/1...
0!
Heather R
5.0
Vicki helped to make our day absolutely perfect! She was exceptionally easy to work with and helped us tailor our service exactly to our needs. We are SO happy we chose her. Thank ...
you so much Vicki!
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