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David Collingsworth - Not Your Ordinary Preacher

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5 out of 5 stars and 16 reviews
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Shepherd, Texas, TX
TX
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5.0
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Wonderful man! He really was fantastic and the days leading up the wedding I had no worries about the ceremony thankfully because of his great communication skills. 100/10 we will recommend him as much as possible 🩷✝️
Audra P.
5.0
David Collingsworth was incredible! He made everything so comfortable and easy he was communicative! Thank you so much for helping make our big day so special.
Jessica G.
5.0

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David Collingsworth
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Best of Weddings Award
AWARD WINNER
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Are you ready to get hitched, take the plunge, tie the knot, or jump the broom? Whatever you call it, chances are you know it ain’t cheap to say “I do.” So the good news is that you can do it for less and still have the wedding of your dreams, because in your dreams, every detail matters. Contact us today and make your love story as beautiful, and unique as you like, or keep it simple. Your dream, your event.
12+ years in business
Speaks English
Small team (2-10 members)
Details
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Religious Affiliations
Christian
Catholic
Protestant
Interfaith
Pagan
Secular
Unitarian
Wedding Activities
After The Wedding
Newlywed Life
Getting Engaged
Premarital Counseling
Wedding
Ceremony
Awards and Affiliations
Best of Weddings Award
2022 'Best of Weddings'
Why were they selected?
Best of Weddings
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Meet the team
  • Vendor
    David Collingsworth
    Owner
    I am "Not Your Ordinary Preacher." Most believe because I ride in on a Harley and don my trademark cowboy hat. I'm an ordained minister with a BA in Pastoral Counseling and Theology, so I prepare a catered script around the couples’ beliefs and dreams. I worked fulltime in ministry up until 10 years ago when I took a secular job to support my family. I volunteer my services mostly these days with prison ministry. Inspired by my marriage to my high school sweetheart, I started this award winning officiant business so I can meet your point of belief and make your wedding dreams reality.
Reviews
5.0
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16 reviews
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The officiant received overwhelmingly positive praise for being warm, personable, and professional. Couples highlighted excellent communication and his ability to craft touching, personalized ceremonies that included special rituals. He was reliable—stepping in on short notice and even working through injury—to make ceremonies meaningful and memorable.
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4/08/2025
We had the absolute pleasure of working with David for our Sunday wedding, and he was truly not your ordinary preacher! From the moment we connected, he was warm, personable, and i...
ncredibly easy to talk to. What made our experience even more special was David's unwavering dedication—despite having an injury, he showed up with grace, positivity, and made sure our ceremony was nothing short of magical before even thinking about his own comfort. His presence brought a calm, heartfelt energy that we and our guests will never forget. David is not only reliable and communicative, but he genuinely cares about making your day as meaningful and memorable as possible. We can't recommend him highly enough to any bride looking for someone who will go above and beyond to make your day truly special. Thank you, David!
Response from David Collingsworth - Not Your Ordinary Preacher on 07/04/2025
Thank you Ms. Lilly!!
AvatarA
4/26/2026
Wonderful man! He really was fantastic and the days leading up the wedding I had no worries about the ceremony thankfully because of his great communication skills. 100/10 we will ...
recommend him as much as possible 🩷✝️
Response from David Collingsworth - Not Your Ordinary Preacher on 04/26/2026
Thank you Ms. Audra!
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3/02/2026
David Collingsworth was incredible! He made everything so comfortable and easy he was communicative! Thank you so much for helping make our big day so special.
AvatarB
2/03/2026
If I could give more stars, I would. Cowboy Dave is truly a one-of-a-kind person/preacher. My wife and I had him officiate our wedding and it was perfect! David and Deedee are both...
amazing people and deeply care about what they do. I am so grateful to have had them make our day an extraordinary one.
AvatarC
12/17/2025
Mr. Collingsworth performed our ceremony and did a stellar job! I highly recommend him as an officiant. He truly cares about the couples that hire him. 
AvatarF
7/04/2025
David was incredible!! He created beautiful vows that fit us!! 10/10 recommend!!
Response from David Collingsworth - Not Your Ordinary Preacher on 07/04/2025
Thank you Faith! Sure was a beautiful wedding!
AvatarS
6/22/2025
David was awesome! He wrote a touching ceremony and incorporated our personal touches!
AvatarJ
3/25/2025
David was absolutely AMAZING!! He made the whole process easy. He was super professional, caring and funny. He made the ceremony incredible. All of my guests loved him, his persona...
l touch and had nothing but great things to say about the ceremony. He incorporated a very special sand ceremony for our blended family, that was the perfect touch! Upon meeting him, it instantly felt like I'd known him forever which is a very comforting feeling for the big day! If you need a preacher, he is definitely the man for the job ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
AvatarA
3/15/2024
We were about 3 weeks out from our wedding when our original officiant canceled. We were in a panic, and David did such a great job helping us out. We did a phone call where he exp...
lained his process, he sent us the "script" he uses, and was able to incorporate the unique ceremonies we wanted into our wedding ceremony, including a knot tying ceremony and ring warming ceremony. Thank you for helping make our special day wonderful! 🥰
Response from David Collingsworth - Not Your Ordinary Preacher on 03/15/2024
Thank you so very much!!
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10/16/2022
Haley F
Response from David Collingsworth - Not Your Ordinary Preacher on 10/16/2022
Thank you Ms. Haley!!
AvatarC
12/16/2021
David was everything we wanted for our year- after-marriage ceremony & reception. We requested no exchanging of the rings as we had done that a year prior and he added a nice touch...
of talking about the importance of the rings instead. David included language like “do you take each other all over again” which communicated how we’ve been married, yet still made it feel traditional!
Response from David Collingsworth - Not Your Ordinary Preacher on 12/16/2021
Thank you so very much!! Beautiful wedding for 2 beautiful people. Let me know if I can ev...
er help. - David
AvatarT
11/09/2021
David was absolutely wonderful! He prepared a beautiful ceremony for us, including our sand ceremony. His words were so perfect and touching. He was so easy to speak with and any q...
uestions I had he was prompt in responding and answered anything I needed. David, we can’t thank you enough for being such a huge and amazing part in our special day!
Response from David Collingsworth - Not Your Ordinary Preacher on 11/09/2021
Thank you so very much! Your wedding was so beautiful!!
AvatarL
10/12/2021
Beautiful renewal ceremony for my brother and sister-in-law’s 15th anniversary.
AvatarA
1/27/2021
David did an amazing job, highly recommend!!
Response from David Collingsworth - Not Your Ordinary Preacher on 01/27/2021
Thank you Ms. Amanda. I really enjoyed meeting you and your family. Adriana was a beautifu...
l bride and I pray that her and Devrin are living happily ever after. - David
AvatarC
12/26/2020
David was absolutely amazing! Before we could meet he sent his entire script to me for reference and review. He did such a great job even with no rehearsal! Quick on his feet and v...
ery nice. A ceremony everyone complimented afterwards for being heart felt, Godly, short and sweet but also making the whole thing legendary. He also offered and let me know about how he does marriage counseling if needed. (Hopefully not) but I know he would be more than happy to help us and we would be more than happy to ask for his help. Thank you so much for being apart of our special day!
Response from David Collingsworth - Not Your Ordinary Preacher on 12/26/2020
What an awesome review and such an awesome couple. You and Justin were so much fun I reall...
y enjoyed being with you and your family. I was really honored to be a part of your celebration. I mean it! In 10 years, lets do it again!
AvatarM
11/28/2020
David was early and socialized with family before ceremony. Everyone lived him. We truly felt comfortable with him. He delivered all that we asked and will always be part of the me...
mory of our union.
Response from David Collingsworth - Not Your Ordinary Preacher on 11/29/2020
I absolutely loved meeting your family! You and Andrew are wonderful people and I hope and...
pray y’all have a long and happy marriage. If you ever need anything, please call!! - David

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226 Chipmunk Trail, Shepherd, Texas, TX
226 Chipmunk Trail, Shepherd, Texas, TX
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