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I am a caring, kind, and patient officiant who performs wedding ceremonies in the Baltimore area. I strive to help couples create a unique and meaningful ceremony that reflects their individuality, love, and commitment toward one another. I take great pride in being a detail-orientated professional, and admiring the diversity of the world, striving to perform ceremonies without prejudice of any kind. I value a sacred union between two people to be one that is reflective of the love and commitment that they share with each other, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, or gender.
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Ceremony Types
Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Same Sex Ceremony, Second Wedding , Vow Renewal Ceremony
Wedding Activities
Wedding, Ceremony
Awards and Affiliations
CeremonybyRachael LLC Reviews
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Reviewed On 10/13/2017 by Rowan C
This woman is an angel. My first sign that I wanted to hire Rachael was she answered my first quote email within 5 minutes which is unheard of and refreshing when dealing with venors. Once we talked on the phone I was 100% positive she was our ...
Response from the Vendor on 10/12/2018
Oh Rowan! You are just the sweetest! I'm so happy to have had the opportunity to help you plane the perfect ceremony, and to assist with everything you needed on your incredible day... please be sure to keep in touch!
Reviewed On 10/13/2017 by Matt C
From the initial contact to day of the wedding, Rachael went out of her way to be incredibly accommodating, supportive, and helpful.
It was important to us to find someone who would be flexible and be able to guide us through how we should bes...
Response from the Vendor on 10/12/2018
Thank you so much, Matt, for this incredibly detailed description of my services! I'm so honored to have had the opportunity to stand with you on your amazing day!
Reviewed On 11/15/2016 by George F
Rachael was awesome! We are so happy that she was part of our wedding day. She helped us to customize the ceremony. She gave us great advice and ideas on the big and small details of the ceremony. Even down to how to stand and position ourselve...
Reviewed On 11/07/2018 by Lacey R
Working with Rachael was the absolute best part of the entire wedding-planning process. Having her officiate our wedding was the best decision that we could have made. From our first phone call with Rachael, she felt like a friend and I felt a...
Reviewed On 10/31/2018 by Kaylynn K
Rachael is amazing!! I cannot say enough good things about her. My husband and I went into this not really know what we wanted and not knowing what kinds of things we should be thinking about, but Rachael was a HUGE help. Not only is she a grea...
Response from the Vendor on 11/01/2018
Thank you so much, Kaylynn! I'm so happy you enjoyed selecting choices from my Ceremony Options document, and that your rehearsal and wedding day were comfortable and relaxed for you... I'm so glad the little touches (like standing next to Aar...
Reviewed On 10/30/2018 by Shannon G
Rachael was recommended to us by our DOC, who had worked with her previously and thought we would be a good match. Rachael contacted us right away and I was on the phone with her within a day. She talked to me for over an hour during the free i...
Response from the Vendor on 10/30/2018
Thank you so much Shannon for this lovely review! I'm so honored to have been the one to help you plan your perfect ceremony, and that I've had the opportunity to watch your family grow. I'm so humbled that your guests enjoyed the ceremony, and...
Reviewed On 10/29/2018 by Kaitlyn N
Rachel is seriously amazing! I do not think my wedding day would have gone as smoothly as it did if she was not there. We had a very detailed rehearsal which helped to ease everyone into the days events. She arrived early to make sure everythin...
Response from the Vendor on 10/29/2018
Thank you so much, Kaitlyn, for this amazing review! I absolutely pulled out my "teacher skills" for your large group! Hahaha! Love it! I'm so incredibly happy you chose me to officiate your special day... I hope to see you again soon (perhaps ...
Reviewed On 10/29/2018 by Denton S
Words can't describe how important Rachael was to our wedding. The guidance she provided throughout the process leading up to the big day made things so easy. Rachael provided us with support, ideas, answers, suggestions and opinions at all the...
Reviewed On 10/26/2018 by Alexander W
Rachael was an absolute joy to work with! Her attention to detail and her work with us to tailor the ceremony to how we specifically wanted it helped make our special day even better. Rachael is incredibly personable, and we really appreciated ...
Response from the Vendor on 10/27/2018
Thank you so much, Alex, for taking the time to write this review for me. It was so amazing to be the one to stand with the two of you on such an important day in your relationship. I loved every second of our planning process together! Please ...
Reviewed On 10/26/2018 by Kaitlyn R
Where do I even begin with Rachael?
My (now husband) and I were on the fence about what to do for our ceremony. We came across Rachael when a client of mine was using her for their own ceremony.
They spoke very highly of her and so we decide...
Response from the Vendor on 10/26/2018
Oh Kaitlyn, thank you so incredibly much for this amazingly detailed and kind review... I am so happy Amy and Chris pointed us toward each other! I am simply thrilled to have been the one to provide you with love and support throughout the plan...
Reviewed On 10/26/2018 by Kaitlyn F
Where do I even begin with Rachael?
My (now husband) and I were on the fence about what to do for our ceremony. We came across Rachael when a client of mine was using her for their own ceremony.
They spoke very highly of her and so we decide...
Response from the Vendor on 10/27/2018
This review makes me so happy - you are too kind! Thank you SO much for choosing me to be a part of your wedding day, as it was amazing. I'm always excited to help my couples find the perfect venue team for their wedding day, and am glad your d...
Reviewed On 10/26/2018 by Blake F
Rachel was more helpful than you could ever imagine an officiant to be. She provided the perfect experience for our wedding with the numerous ceremony options and the general advice she provided.
Response from the Vendor on 10/27/2018
Thank you, Blake, for taking the time to review my business! I was honored to be your officiant on such an important day, and thank you for trusting me with your ceremony. Wishing you a lifetime of happiness! Best, Rachael
Reviewed On 10/24/2018 by Tara W
Rachael was simply amazing!! At first we weren’t going to use her services for a rehearsal because we didn’t think we would need help practicing but as the time got closer to the wedding day we started getting nervous and I asked her if she was...
Response from the Vendor on 10/25/2018
Thank you so much, Tara, for this sweet review. I'm so happy Lilian referred you to me, and that I was able to help you plan the perfect ceremony... and I LOVED coming for the rehearsal, getting to know your friends and family just that much mo...
Reviewed On 10/20/2018 by Gina W
I can't even remember what drew me towards Rachael at a bridal show (probably her pens) but I knew once we started talking that I was booking her. She is the BOMB. From start to finish I not once questioned our ceremony being in Rachael's hands...
Response from the Vendor on 10/20/2018
Oh Gina, seriously, you are the sweetest. Thank you so much for this heartfelt, kind, and FUN review.... I am so happy your wedding day went off smoothly, and I LOVED being the one to stand with you and laugh! Please be sure to keep in touch!
Reviewed On 10/17/2018 by Stephanie A
Rachael was absolutely AMAZING. If you’re looking for someone who cares about making your ceremony perfect and magical, book Rachael. From the initial meeting, to the day of, the communication was always there and she was so helpful (since I pl...
Response from the Vendor on 10/19/2018
Thank you so very much, Stephanie! I'm so happy I was able to help you plan the perfect ceremony... your day certainly WAS "magical". Please be sure to keep in touch!
Reviewed On 10/12/2018 by Tiffany P
When we first got engaged and booked our venue, we had no clue what to do officiant wise. Our venue came with a "preferred list" but we weren't impressed by the few names. I decided to post on a local Wedding page, and Rachael reached out extre...
Response from the Vendor on 10/13/2018
Tiffany, thank you so very much for this fantastic review! I'm so honored I was able to help you plan the perfect ceremony, and I love seeing all the amazing photos of your perfect day!
Reviewed On 10/12/2018 by Ken B
Rachael is absolutely, positively, the best officiant I've ever seen perform a wedding. Thank goodness it was our wedding. From the first phone call we could tell that she was the right person to work with. She is very friendly and helpful, and...
Response from the Vendor on 10/13/2018
Ken, thanks so much for this! I hold you two in such high regard that it makes me simply ecstatic to know I was apart of the best ceremony you have ever seen! :) Haha! Love seeing your lives unfold on social media...please continue to keep in t...
Reviewed On 10/12/2018 by Dawn S
Rachael was an amazing officiant for our wedding. She worked patiently with me while I incorporated both Jewish and Christian traditions into our day. She also helped calm my nerves before from my very impatient family. She is a wonderful addit...
Response from the Vendor on 10/13/2018
Thank you so much, Dawn, for taking the time to review me! I'm so happy I was able to help calm your nerves, and your photos are simply amazing! Please continue to keep in touch!
Reviewed On 10/12/2018 by Amanda S
I would highly recommend Rachael for anyone looking for an amazingly organized, upbeat, kind, and just all around wonderful officiant. My now husband and I were married by Rachael on 5/12/18, and we could not have been happier with our ceremony...
Response from the Vendor on 10/14/2018
You are SO sweet! I'm super grateful to have been a part of your wedding day, and for the opportunity to take all of the important things that you share and turn them into a beautiful ceremony. Cheers to many years of love & happiness ahead!
Reviewed On 10/06/2018 by Erin H
Look no further for an officiant! When you think of wedding customer service, this is the vendor you dream about. Rachael was an enormous help for our wedding. When she showed up to the venue on our wedding day, it was like I had known her for ...
Response from the Vendor on 10/14/2018
Thank you for taking the time to write me such a kind review! I was honored to be a part of your wedding day and hope it was everything you dreamed it would be! Cheers!
Reviewed On 10/04/2018 by Lyndsey H
Rachael was, in a word, incredible. She was exactly what we wanted in our officiant and more! In terms of her planning and attendance for our rehearsal, we LOVED IT. Honestly, we really recommend having her for more than just planning, but have...
Response from the Vendor on 10/14/2018
What a beautiful wedding it was, rain and all! I was so happy to be a part of your big day in any way that I could be. Thank you for trusting me to ensure everything would go smoothly, and for writing such an amazing review. Your words mean so ...
Reviewed On 9/26/2018 by Amber M
We were engaged for 4 years before actually setting a date and finding a good, fun, outgoing officiant was honestly the hardest part. Until thankfully a friend of ours recommended Rachael! From day one she went out of her way to make sure our d...
Response from the Vendor on 10/14/2018
Thank you so much, Amber, for this sweet review! I'm so happy for your "Happily Ever After" with Dennis to continue! :) Be sure to keep in touch!
Reviewed On 9/26/2018 by Marajke M
Since I was planning my very small, intimate wedding all by myself, I kept putting off having to find an officiant. I had been in contact with a couple other officiants before finding Rachael, but never felt a connection with them. It was impor...
Response from the Vendor on 10/14/2018
This is an amazing surprise to receive! Thank you so very much for taking the time to write such lovely words for me. I'm so honored to have been the one you asked to marry you.... it will forever go down in my memory banks of one of the most i...
Reviewed On 9/18/2018 by Ciara A
Let me tell you about Rachael....
She was everything we could've asked for and more! I'm so happy that i found her for my special day! Even with me being late and some changes to the ceremony, everything was perfect. Throughout the entire proc...
Response from the Vendor on 10/14/2018
Thank you, Ciara, for taking the time to write such a wonderful review! I absolutely loved being a part of your wedding day, and hope you keep in touch!
Reviewed On 9/17/2018 by Allison E
Rachael not only officiated my wedding but also officiated my brother's wedding. She was so professional and made both ceremonies individualized to our wants and interests. She was so organized and attentive to every email and was always so hap...
Response from the Vendor on 10/14/2018
Thanks so much, Allison, for this awesome review! I'm so happy to have been a part of your family's memories on both accounts! :) Keep in touch, and see you soon!
Meet the Team
Rachael Zajac
Owner
My background in education leads me to be one of the most detail-oriented and communicative officiants in the Baltimore area. With over 100 weddings conducted in 2018 alone, my vast experience is hard to be matched.
When I'm not planning or performing a ceremony, I'm home caring for my four young girls, Adalia (5), Piper (4), Hadie (3), and Lorelei (1). Although I love being a stay at home parent, my busy "mom life" gets me excited to shower, dress-up and head out the door each weekend to perform ceremonies for my amazing couples!