Nonreligious officiant; what's your love story?
$375 starting price
Nonreligious officiant serving Tucson
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Liz O'Brien
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AWARD WINNER (9X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Joyful Unions is a wedding officiant service in Tucson, AZ. This long-standing business aims to connect with couples looking for a non-religious ceremony. I won't impose any religious references or rituals (though I'm happy to provide them if you specifically ask). My services instead speak to and celebrate the spiritual yet very tangible connections that people in love make with one another.
I am a strong, non-judgmental listener, creative ceremony planner, intelligent writer, and warm and confident speaker with more than 20 years of experience guiding a beautiful diversity of couples at their wedding altar. I promise you and your guests will feel welcomed in my 15-20 minute contemporary ceremonies.
Whether you are looking for something simple or elaborate, elegant or high-spirited, traditional or not, or somewhere in between, contact me, and let's talk. Modern weddings have no rules, so let's work together to create a ceremony that's right for you.
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Liz O'Brien
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It's my genuine honor and pleasure joining beautiful couples on their wedding day. My ceremonies will uplift you and your guests as we reflect on the love the two of you have built and the exciting new step you're taking into marriage. Let's celebrate love! Away from the altar, you can find me hiking, skating, biking, or out and about with my hubs, Steve, and our adorable scruffy terrier, Mr. Bingley.
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Liz O'Brien is highly praised by multiple reviewers for her exceptional officiating services at various weddings. She personalized ceremonies beautifully, tailored to each couple, resonating with guests emotionally. Her professionalism, communication, and ability to capture love stories were outstanding, making the ceremonies memorable and heartfelt. Liz's warm, welcoming presence, attention to detail, and genuine care for couples made her a highly recommended officiant for creating special, intimate moments on wedding days.Review photos
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Nicole R
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5.0
12/15/2024
We cannot recommend Liz enough! From the very beginning, her communication was exceptional—she was so kind, attentive, and truly accommodating to everything we hoped for in our ceremony. She took the time to get to know us as a couple and crafted a beautiful, heartfelt ceremony that perfectly captured our love story in the most authentic way.
Her words moved everyone in attendance; there wasn’t a dry eye throughout the entire ceremony. She struck the perfect balance between our Jewish traditions and the personal touches we wanted to include, making it such a meaningful and memorable experience for us and our guests.
Liz was an absolute joy to work with, and we feel so blessed that she played such an important role in our day. If you’re looking for an officiant who is thoughtful, talented, and truly cares, look no further!
Vendor response 12/17/2024
It was my genuine pleasure being part of your intimate family ceremony, Nikki. You and Jer...
emy were so very present during the ceremony (you were ready for this!) -- we all enjoyed the back and forth celebrating your love. All my best for the most meaningful marriage!
Alli T
5.0
2/01/2025
Liz Obrien is amazing! She made the ceremony so special, classy, grounded, and sharing details about me and my husband meeting and who we are as people. If your more spiritual than religious, she is the perfect officiant for you! Such a beautiful person inside and out!
Vendor response 02/02/2025
Thanks so much, Alli. So glad I was able to capture what you and Josh were looking for. Ke...
ep kicking up the dust on the dance floor! Love, Liz
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Brianna G
5.0
1/23/2025
Liz was the wonderful officiant at our desert microwedding! Liz put her time in beforehand and had a beautiful, personalized service written for us. Our family was in tears! She was early and helped calm our nerves before the ceremony. Liz took care of all of the official/legal business and made us officially married! She even sent us a copy of the service as a keepsake. We couldn't have chosen a better officiant!
Vendor response 01/28/2025
I'm so pleased you and your intimate community felt the love you and Nathan share, Bri. It...
was my honor and pleasure guiding you at your gorgeous desert ceremony. It was also fun to relive the day through your posted pix. My best to you both!
Savannah J
5.0
11/19/2024
Liz was fantastic and made our ceremony special. She understood what we were looking to do and was helpful in planning our vows that were a little unorthodox. We are grateful that we chose Liz, she told our love story beautifully and she helped make the wedding one we will never forget.
Vendor response 11/20/2024
Thank you, Savannah. I found your unorthodox vows totally charming. Good for you for makin...
g your ceremony uniquely yours. It was my pleasure being with you and your community that beautiful day on Camelback Mountain! Happiest of marriages to you!
Melissa G
5.0
11/19/2024
We are so grateful we choose Liz to perform our wedding ceremony. She wrote an amazing and personal ceremony for us that we will never forget. Some of our guests even thought she had known us for years because she took the time to speak about us and our relationship in such a beautiful way full of perfect tiny details. She told our love story better than I could have imagined. You can tell she truly cares that people are choosing her for one of the most important moments of their lives. She is both kind and extremely professional. She also provided all the resources to plan the ceremony making the whole process so easy! Thank you for everything Liz! ❤️
Vendor response 11/19/2024
It was my pleasure to join you and your guests to see you and David married under the grov...
e of mesquite trees. Thank you for your kind words and I'm so glad I was able to help give you both such a meaningful day! Take care of your beautiful selves!
Bruce G
5.0
11/16/2024
We had a perfect wedding thanks to Liz! She turned our rough idea of a civil wedding into a wonderful experience, outdoors at the Botanical Garden on a beautiful morning. Great communication and guided us through creating the ceremony. Thanks!
Vendor response 11/17/2024
I was charmed by your love story and it was my pleasure to meet you and guide you both at ...
that gorgeous garden wedding altar. Thanks, Bruce. Big hugs to you and Paula.
Bekka D
5.0
11/15/2024
Liz was truly amazing. All night I heard about how much everyone loved her and how well spoken and present she was during the ceremony. She helped us feel so much better and less nervous during the ceremony. She was so easy to work with and took care of everything to do with sending out the marriage license! We highly highly highly recommend her! Liz, thank you so much for being apart of our special day! You were incredible! -Dallas’
Vendor response 11/15/2024
I still get a kick of how totally ready you two were to get married. From your quick respo...
nsiveness to my 'homework' I gave you, to all the details seen to on your wedding day, to the obvious crazy feelings you have for each other, it was my genuine pleasure to be part of it. Thanks again for finding me, Bekka, and continue to love each other well!
Kayla E
5.0
11/12/2024
We cannot speak highly enough about Liz O'Brien as our wedding officiant—she was absolutely phenomenal! From the moment we met her, it felt like she had known us for our entire lives. Her ability to connect with us on such a deep, personal level was nothing short of magical. Liz’s passion and emotion during the ceremony were so genuine and heartfelt, and it made the entire experience incredibly special. Even though we had never met before, we felt like we were surrounded by love, warmth, and genuine care the entire time.
We were initially a bit nervous about hiring an officiant we didn’t know, especially since none of our family members were in a position to officiate. But choosing Liz turned out to be the best decision we could have made. She was professional, organized, and incredibly responsive to any questions or concerns we had leading up to the big day. Liz took the time to really get to know us, and it showed in the beautiful words she spoke during the ceremony.
Her approach was both intimate and heartfelt, and it made our wedding day feel even more personal and meaningful. We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant. Liz O’Brien is truly a gift, and we are so grateful to have had her guide us through one of the most important moments of our lives. Highly recommend!
Vendor response 11/12/2024
Your words made my day, Kayla. Thank you! I'm so pleased that you and Kyle felt the love a...
nd support -- they're genuine. What's better than guiding two lovebirds at their wedding altar?! Enjoy your marriage!
Sam R
5.0
9/25/2024
Liz was an absolute pleasure to work with! It took us some time to find an officiant we could trust to pull off the unique ceremony that we had in mind. From our first virtual meet, Liz immediately put us at ease and she far exceeded our expectations! Ours was not the typical ceremony as we aimed to incorporate traditional Indian/Hindu traditions into a traditional American ceremony. This required Liz to be extremely flexible, creative, and attentive to our specific needs. She even went the extra mile with her intentionality to pronounce non-English terms and names! We received so many glowing reviews from our guests about our "spectacular officiant" with one particular guest even eager to fly Liz out to India to perform ceremonies! Having Liz be part of our wedding day was one of the best planning decisions we made!! Thank you, Liz, for making our ceremony so memorable!!
Vendor response 09/25/2024
Your kind and generous review made my day, Sam. Thank you. I always love diving into new t...
hings and your wedding was a great opportunity for that. The love you and Michelle share was such a pleasure to talk about and be part of. I was also so touched by the support you both have from your large community of friends and family. I trust marriage is all you were hoping for -- and more! Thanks again.
Jeanette A
5.0
6/11/2024
Highly recommend hiring Liz as your officiant! She did such an absolute amazing job at our wedding ceremony at the Desert Botanical Gardens. She really takes the time to know you as a couple and to tailor her services to exactly what you would like best on your special day. Our guests loved the services she provided and she truly made our wedding so memorable and special. Felt so blessed to have chosen her to tell our story. You will love working with her and have no regrets if you choose her as your officiant.
Vendor response 06/11/2024
You pulled off a beautiful destination wedding at the DBG, Jeanette, and it was my honor a...
nd pleasure to be part of it. Thank you for the kind feedback. I know you and your hubs will continue to make the most of your marriage.
Mackenzie D
5.0
5/20/2024
A great wedding ceremony needs an incredible officiant; Liz was that and more!
Liz did an incredible job officiating our intimate ceremony. She curated such special words about our love from just a few brief discussions and she had even incorporated some of the conversation she had made with our families just before the ceremony as well. It is clear she is not new to this business; she is professional, organized, prepared and offered us such graceful and sage advice along the way. Our families loved her too. I will never forget an emotional moment we shared after our ceremony. She is a beautiful human and we were so lucky to have her as a part of our very special day.
Vendor response 05/21/2024
Your words made my day, Mackenzie. Thank you. I loved and felt the family intimacy of your...
wedding day and was honored to be part of it. I know you and Ben will make the most of your marriage -- you're quite the pair! With love, Liz
Gabby M
5.0
5/12/2024
Liz created the most beautiful ceremony for us. We received so many compliments from our guests, about the way she narrated our story, and set up the day for love, beauty, fun, and harmony. We highly recommend her.
Vendor response 05/13/2024
Your community really showed up for you both and it was my pleasure to be part of the ener...
gy. Glad to know I helped create some of it. Congrats again to you both!
Cydney L
5.0
5/09/2024
It is not very often that an officiant has the vendor team stopping to listen. As a planner my job is create the most magical day for my clients. I had the pleasure of working with Liz this past weekend and she truly made the ceremony just that. As she spoke, you could tell she truly loves love. That she cares about the couple and pours her heart into her messages to them. It was a pleasure to work with her and I would highly recommend her to any of my clients!!
Vendor response 05/10/2024
It was my pleasure working your wedding, Cydney! You take excellent care of your couples a...
nd vendors. I appreciate all you did to help me give our couple a memorable wedding day.
Marissa H
5.0
12/05/2023
Liz is amazing! She officiated our wedding so effortlessly it was perfect! We appreciate her time in putting together our love story and letting eveyone else in on what they did not know about us. It felt as if Liz knew us all along and that’s exactly what we were looking for.
Liz ensured that she’s got this therefore we did not need to worry one bit. Her energy is so welcoming, it’s joyful & calming. We are so glad she officiated our wedding!
Vendor response 12/05/2023
Thank you for your kind words, Marissa. I am glad I could be a 'love story expert' and gro...
unding presence for you on what can be a day filled with a lot! Enjoy marriage with your most handsome man! All my best, Liz
Michele U
5.0
12/03/2023
Liz’s knowledge of weddings (because she does so many a year) was a plus for designing our ceremony as well as helping us make decisions about the flow of the ceremony. For example, after discussing it with Liz, we decided against a photo op in the middle of the ceremony because it would disrupt the attention of the guests from being in the moment during our unplugged ceremony. A couple weeks before the wedding my husband wanted to see the ceremony laid out word for word while I wanted to be surprised by the details. Liz worked directly with him, answering questions and sharing details. This was great for helping him feel comfortable with the content as well as working to the level of detail each of us needed. Her telling of our story created a beautiful ceremony that spoke to us and to our guests.
Vendor response 12/03/2023
It was my pleasure to guide you and your handsome man at your wedding altar, Michele. You ...
were more than ready for this public affirmation of your love! It's also my pleasure to do what it takes to make my couples happy. Love each other well.
Katie S
5.0
12/01/2023
Liz was the best! She made our wedding ceremony absolutely beautiful. She took the time to learn about my husband and I and how we met and conveyed it perfectly during the ceremony. We wanted a unique unity moment during our ceremony that wasn't religious and Liz recommended so many great ideas! She truly made our ceremony so personal and touched the hearts of many. I would recommend Liz to anyone who is getting married! She was amazing!!
Vendor response 12/02/2023
It was my pleasure being part of your gorgeous wedding day, Katie. Your love story is a go...
od one and I so enjoyed learning and being able to share it with your large community of family and friends (whose wishing stones are filled with so much love and support for you both)! Take care of your beautiful selves.
Riley F
5.0
11/21/2023
Liz was amazing!! She got to know us and our backstory and how our love story happened. It made the actual wedding ceremony that much more special and personal. It felt like we had known Liz for years, and she herself is such a sweet woman. She makes each ceremony special in their own way and that is exactly what I wanted.
Vendor response 11/21/2023
I'm so happy to hear I could add positively to your Big Day, Riley. Thank you for the kind...
words. It's my pleasure in return to guide such beautiful couples as yourselves at the wedding altar! Long live love.
Dawson G
5.0
11/08/2023
Liz was very kind and organized from the very beginning. She has a good process down and is genuinely interested in hearing of your story and background before getting the ceremony written out. The ceremony was beautiful, a lot of my guests complimented it and said it was beautiful. I’m very grateful that we found a non-religious and LGBTQ+ friendly officiant for our wedding as that’s exactly what we wanted!
Thank you Liz for all you did to make our day more special, we are extremely grateful!
Vendor response 11/09/2023
You're welcome! I'm so pleased we were a good fit for each other, Dawson. It was my pleasu...
re guiding you and Kyle as your garden wedding altar. It was quite the beautiful day. Love each other well! Liz
Stephen B
5.0
11/03/2023
Liz was absolutely amazing!! She has such a calm demeanor and made our ceremony so special. She took the time to get to know each of us, crafting a beautiful love story that was personalized and received rave reviews from our guests and multiple comments that our ceremony was the best they ever had been to. I’d give 6 stars if I could!
Vendor response 11/07/2023
It was my pleasure to be with you on your wedding journey, Stephen. Thank you for the kind...
words and I'm so pleased to hear that your guests felt the power of your Love Story as well. All my best to you both! Liz
Jennifer C
5.0
10/31/2023
We loved having Liz as our wedding officiant and would highly recommend her! Such thought was put into our ceremony and she really captured the essence of our relationship. Her confidence and professionalism really put us at ease on wedding day. I loved that she stopped by to say hi to everyone beforehand and appreciated the confronting presence she provided. It was such a joy to have her as our officiant and we really appreciate everything!
Vendor response 11/02/2023
Thank you, Jenn. It was my pleasure to join you, Trey and your community of family and fri...
ends as we saw you two married. You were definitely ready! I'm glad you enjoyed the ceremony and that I could provide some comfort to you on what can be a day with a lot going on. All my best to you both in love and marriage, Liz
Jacee S
5.0
10/31/2023
We are so happy that we had Liz as our officiant. She was super positive and helpful in the whole planning process. If I ever had any questions she was so quick to respond. For the day off, she was did amazing and had such a calm presence. All of my guests were talking about how much they loved my officiant. 10/10 recommend.
Vendor response 11/02/2023
Thank you for your kind words, Jacee. It was my pleasure to get you and your sweetie marri...
ed beneath that grove of pecan trees! All my best in love and marriage. Liz
Patrick S
5.0
10/19/2023
We are so blessed to have Liz be our wedding officiant. Everything she said and her expression of such love made our ceremony so special!!!!
Vendor response 10/19/2023
Thank you, Patrick. It was my pleasure to be part of your intimate and loving day. Congrat...
s again to you and Luna!
Scott M
5.0
5/17/2023
We couldn't have hoped for a better officiant than Liz. She made everything so easy; the professionalism, planning and care she put into crafting our service made it an instantly serene and stress-free ceremony. We are secular while our families are religious and Liz tailor-made the service to be a beautiful non-religious celebration of our love in a way that was respectful of any beliefs. Liz is a lovely, warm, reassuring presence which was an unexpectedly comforting asset on our special day. Having Liz be our officiant was easily the second-best decision we made that day!
Vendor response 05/29/2023
I'm so pleased I could be a grounding presence for you on your wedding day, Scott. Thank y...
ou for the kind words. I'm also glad to hear that you and your families all felt respected. I craft my language intentionally to do just that. All my best to you and your beautiful bride!
Sarah T
5.0
4/18/2023
Liz was an amazing officiant! She is warm, personable, and passionate about giving couples the best wedding ceremony possible. My husband and I asked her to perform a Christian knot-tying ceremony and to include God in the ceremony. She was happy to accommodate. The ceremony script she wrote for us was written with care and attention to detail. She told our love story perfectly. Even guests told us that they thought Liz did a fantastic job. Thank you Liz!
Vendor response 04/18/2023
Thank you for your sweet words, Sarah. I love it that weddings can be personalized in so m...
any ways and it was my pleasure to give you and Michael what you wanted. Love each other well! Liz
Claudia M
5.0
4/04/2023
Liz was absolutely amazing. She was extremely heartfelt and made our ceremony such a lovely and warm atmosphere and experience. Words can’t describe how much her energy and words made our wedding ceremony so heartfelt. There was no cheesiness, no overly religious or jokey jargon, just a wonderfully written ceremony. She took the time to get to know us and made our ceremony so personalized. 100% pick her to be your officiant!
Vendor response 04/04/2023
I so appreciate your generous review, Claudia. Thank you. You and your handsome man were s...
o present and loving at the altar, and I'm glad you both felt the authenticity of the ceremony. Thanks again. With love, Liz
Natalie H
5.0
4/03/2023
Liz is PHENOMENAL! I did not think our wedding officiant would matter until we had Liz marry us. Wow - she is phenomenal at what she does! She told our love story beautifully and better than we could have shared it ourselves. Our guests were engaged and we kept hearing about how much they enjoyed her during the ceremony. As a nonreligious couple, we had no idea what to expect for our ceremony and thought it'd have to be stuffy and inauthentic. It was anything but that - we are so pleased with Liz! Thank you so much!!!
Vendor response 04/04/2023
You are so very welcome, Natalie! I'm so glad you and Tyler found your ceremony to be such...
an important part of your wedding day. Stuffy weddings are so yesterday. I prefer to celebrate love stories -- and you two sure have a good one. I'll never look at a onesie the same way. = ) Love each other well! Liz
Margaret A
5.0
3/20/2023
Liz, you are truly a remarkable person! You officiated my parent’s vowel renewal ceremony beautifully. Your ability to communicate warmly with heartfelt words elevated the intimacy of the moment, emphasized the profound love of my parents, and united the family in celebration. Thank you for making their 55th anniversary memorable, beyond expectation!
Vendor response 04/03/2023
It was my honor and pleasure to join you and your family to celebrate 55 years of your par...
ents' love! And the Tucson connection just made it even more special. Thanks again for your kind words, Margaret.
Luz R
5.0
2/25/2023
Liz was so wonderful to work with! From the beginning, Liz was so communitive and patient. We couldn’t have asked for a better person to execute one of the most important roles of our wedding day. Liz made sure the ceremony was so personable and heartfelt. She paid close attention to the details of our love story and shared it with our loved ones in such a beautiful way. We would 1000% recommend Liz to anyone! If you want someone that feels like a part of your family on this special day, then she is IT!
Vendor response 02/27/2023
Every love story is unique and deserves attention! It was my pleasure learning yours and g...
etting to share it with your guests. Thank you for your kind words, Luz!
Nicole C
5.0
1/06/2023
Liz was fantastic! She was a joy to work with from the initial meeting to the actual wedding ceremony. I highly recommend Liz for you wedding.
Vendor response 01/10/2023
So glad I could be part of your Big Day, Nicole. Thanks for your kind comments!
Richard S
5.0
1/01/2023
Liz is fabulous. She is warm, a great listener, and knows how to deliver an engaging ceremony.
Looking back at the ceremony, the most remarkable part was how much the ceremony drew the attendees in, and connected us with them. Before the wedding I had not really considered that connecting with the attendees during the ceremony, was actually a thing. But as my (now) wife and I stood in front of the people we love, and Liz talked about how they were there to bear witness and share their love with us, it was palpable.
My wife and I will forever fondly remember Liz and the beautiful ceremony she delivered.
Vendor response 01/10/2023
It's of course wonderful to be loved by our spouse, but I agree that it's also good to be ...
reminded that we are loved by those who attend our ceremony, isn't it? So glad you and K found the ceremony to be memorable. All my best, Liz
Michaela G
5.0
12/27/2022
Liz was absolutely fantastic and made everything super easy. She has this calming, positive and loving vibe/tone and met with both my husband and I before we walked down the aisle. It helped put me at ease! I would recommend her in a heart beat. All of our guests loved the ceremony and how detailed it was and told our story perfectly. I can’t say enough good things about her! Meet with her!
Vendor response 12/27/2022
It makes my day to know that I helped make yours, Michaela! Thank you for your sweet and g...
enerous review. Big hugs to you and that handsome husband of yours. Love each other well!
Courtney G
5.0
12/26/2022
We are forever grateful to Liz and Joyful Unions for doing such a beautiful job at officiating our wedding at The Paseo. We booked Liz pretty early on in the wedding planning process because I knew how important it was to book an eloquent and experienced officiant who would appropriately describe our love story and ensure our ceremony moved along smoothly. We had so many guests compliment us on our officiant and the story that she told, as they loved learning about our beginnings. We appreciate how easy and quick it was to communicate with Liz and how invested she was in us and our wedding. Her professionalism, calm demeanor, and positive attitude were such a blessing during a stressful and exciting time. Please do not hesitate to book Liz, you will NOT regret it.
Vendor response 12/27/2022
Thank you for your detailed feedback, Courtney. So glad I could provide you and Curtis som...
e grounding on your Big Day! It was my pleasure to be with you that day. Love each other well!
Sha'mira L
5.0
12/09/2022
We are so thankful to have found Liz and Joyful Unions to officiate our wedding ceremony!
Liz is a treasure & a must to work with. Our guest loved feeling apart of the ceremony and learning details of our love story… they assumed she was an old friend as the detail she provided seemed as so. Thank you Liz for creating the most beautiful moment that we will cherish for the rest of our lives! We’re truly grateful for you!
Vendor response 12/09/2022
I was charmed by you from our first phone call, Sha'mira, and I feel lucky to have been in...
vited to be part of your Big Day with Andrew! So glad you and your guests were happy with the ceremony. It makes my day to hear that. Love each other well! Best, Liz
Emily S
5.0
11/20/2022
Liz went above and beyond all our hopes and dreams for our ceremony this October! One of our biggest priorities for our wedding was creating a ceremony that was unique and meaningful to us, and she led us through the process with such care. The end product was a beautiful ceremony that reflected us and our love story perfectly, that we and our family and friends all absolutely loved. Not only that, but she was timely and thoughtful in all our communications which we really valued, and she was professional and experienced in communicating with our ASL interpreter as well.
Also, if you are a member of the LGBTQ+ community, rest assured that you have a safe space in Liz. As a nonbinary person, she honored my pronouns and was sure to use gender neutral language all throughout our ceremony, and throughout the process checked in with us and asked our preferred language use as well. Navigating a heavily gendered industry could be frustrating at times during the wedding planning process, but I felt only respect and acceptance working with Liz, which was amazing.
In short, everything about Liz is 5 star. We are so grateful for her and her impact on our day!
Vendor response 11/21/2022
Emily, thank you so much for your kind and generous words. I agree with you that the weddi...
ng industry, while it has certainly gained strides, still has a way to go to be fully equal to all, especially in regard to language. I'm glad I could be there with you and your families to celebrate your Love Story with Grant. You two approached your marriage with such genuine intention; I really enjoyed seeing that. All my best to you! Liz
Anaily G
5.0
11/19/2022
Liz exceeded our expectation and did such an amazing job on our wedding day. Despite the fact that we live in Florida, Liz made it a point to always keep in touch with us via email, phone, and even in person when I visited early this year for wedding planning. I can guarantee that she will make both the bride and groom feel comfortable on this day filled with so many emotions. We both loved the way she presented the ceremony and her tone of voice was very pleasant. Both of our families instantly commented on what an outstanding ceremony she held. Liz is knowledgeable of many unity ceremonies and she has many years of experience! Following the wedding day she offered to
mail our marriage license and is also sending a copy of our keepsakes to our home. Liz is very organized and easy to communicate with despite us not living in AZ. We are eternally grateful for your services Liz. Thank you!
Vendor response 11/21/2022
I'm so happy to hear that you and your families were genuinely present during the ceremony...
. Your love story with Johnmichael was definitely worth celebrating! Thanks again for your kind words, Anaily. I'm so glad I could add in a positive way to your wedding day. Always, Liz
Lindsay A
5.0
10/26/2022
Liz was amazing, giving us a truly heartfelt and special ceremony. We are very grateful to have found her. As soon as we spoke during the initial search for an officiant, I knew that she was the right fit for us. Her process of getting ceremony ready was so easy and made us feel completely confident in the day. Everything was perfect and our guests made so many lovely comments to us afterwards about the ceremony, all due to Liz's exceptionalism. Thank you for marrying us! We couldn't be happier.
Vendor response 10/27/2022
You're welcome, Lindsay, and I'm glad you found me. Your love story with Ryan charmed me a...
nd I won't soon forget the dramatic weather backdrop for your ceremony! Not everyone gets to say vows and do the Big Kiss in a light rain. All my best to you both. With love, Liz
Melodie H
5.0
10/24/2022
Look no further! We absolutely LOVED Liz! Not only was she super responsive and listened to what we wanted but she made our ceremony so personal and heartfelt that all of our family and friends were talking about it all night. I'm super sentimental so it was important to me that the person marrying us was someone that felt right. She was kind, lively and our ceremony was full of love and support.
Vendor response 10/24/2022
You and Chad were SO HAPPY on your wedding day; we could all feel it! Thank you again for ...
your kind words, Melodie, and I'm glad I could help give you what you were wanting in your ceremony. Say hello to your daughters too! All my best, Liz
Jessica Z
5.0
10/24/2022
Liz did a PHENOMENAL job at our October 2022 wedding! She was super helpful during the wedding planning process with reminders about our marriage license and templates/tips for my and my husband's vows. She tailored her words to fit our style and was super flexible. The ceremony she created was light-hearted, personal, and inspired. We had so many guests come up to us afterwards telling us how beautiful the ceremony was and how Liz's words were so touching. Work with Liz!! She's amazing!!
Vendor response 10/24/2022
You and Brett were so ready to exchange those vows, and it was my honor and pleasure to be...
part of it all. Thank you for your words, and I'm so glad you and your guests felt the love in the ceremony! Always, Liz
Megan F
5.0
10/23/2022
I don’t even know where to begin in describing how amazing Liz was for our wedding ceremony. We had a small elopement with immediate family only and Liz made our day so special! Everyone asked us afterwards how long we had known her because her words were so personal and she spoke with such love for us. She was so easy to communicate with leading up to our day and helped tell our story in a way I’m not sure anyone else could. Her script spoke to our connection, the commitment we were making, and even included an opportunity for our family to express their support for our union. Cannot recommend her enough as an officiant.
Vendor response 10/24/2022
I so appreciate your words, Megan. The energy between you and Nate was palpable and it was...
my pleasure to play off it. Love the love! Thanks again, Liz
Natalie K
5.0
6/28/2022
Liz was an amazing officiant for our wedding in April 2022. We had to postpone once in 2021 and she accommodated our new date without any issues. Liz asked for information we how we met and our engagement and turned it into a very personal ceremony, sharing with our guests details about our courtship that made us feel special. Several guests told us afterwards how much they enjoyed and appreciated the ceremony as it helped them to get to know us better. She crafted a ceremony that was the perfect length for the momentous occasion that didn’t feel drawn out or boring. Throughout the whole process she communicated through email very promptly and was a joy to work with. If you are fortunate enough to book her for your wedding, you won’t regret it. Liz was kind enough to send us a transcript of the ceremony that we will treasure for the rest of our lives.
Charlene T
5.0
5/12/2022
WORDS CANNOT DESCRIBE!!!! How much we love Liz. My husband and I got married at the end of April 2022 and we were thrilled to have Liz marry us. Her words, her voice, her everything created such beautiful and calming energy for everyone present during the ceremony. She did a spectacular job painting the picture of how my husband and I met. She allowed space for everyone to take the moment in within themselves and reflect on the most special moment of our lives. We are eternally grateful for Liz and would no doubt recommend her to all our friends!
Vendor response 05/15/2022
Being invited to join you both on your wedding day was such a treat for me, too, Charlene!...
You two were so present and so ready to make this public commitment to one another. Big big hugs to you both. Always, Liz
Angie and William H
5.0
5/10/2022
After looking at tons of reviews from various officiants, we were drawn to Liz’s immediately. Her kindness, empathy and professionalism was evident online and via corresponding emails. When we booked and met her in person for our nuptials, one could feel her sincerity immediately. I can’t imagine how anyone could be more caring and dedicated to making such a lifetime event more special. She is the epitome of an officiant dedicated to creating joyful unions.
Vendor response 05/15/2022
You two certainly receive in kind what you give out. Being with you both on your intimate ...
desert wedding day was a gift to remember. Hooray for love!
Bethany B
5.0
4/25/2022
My husband and I put a lot of thought into what we were looking for when it came to finding someone to officiate our wedding. It's a HUGE role to undertake and has the ability to make or break your wedding, as it is quite literally the most important part of a wedding. We wanted someone who was caring and kind, someone who could take our story and make it come alive during the ceremony, and someone who we knew had our best interest in heart.. Liz definitely met all those criteria and then some.
Liz is such a kind-hearted person and you can tell that she truly wants the best for your wedding ceremony. She took the time to meet with us, discuss our whole relationship, and by the time we were through, she knew all the intricate details of what makes our relationship work and how we got to where we are today, which isn't a small feat as we have been together for 10+ years. She was always professional and arrived with plenty of time to spare before the ceremony. She was a calm presence in the moments before and during the ceremony, which was truly appreciated and needed. She walked us through every process and helped take responsibilities off our plates when she could, such as mailing the marriage license in. She even sent us a copy of the ceremony script, so that we can have it and cherish it forever.
I don't usually take the time to write reviews but Liz made SUCH an impact in our wedding day and beginning of our lives together that I knew it was vital to write one and make sure others knew how great Liz is. I promise you that you will not regret hiring Liz to officiate your wedding. Thank you Liz from the bottom of our hearts!
TL;DR: Liz is the best person to officiate your wedding and I couldn't recommend her enough!
Vendor response 04/26/2022
Thanks again for this generous review, Bethany. It was my pleasure getting to learn your l...
ove story with Aaron and share it with your community on your wedding day in that gorgeous desert space. Always, Liz
Hollie L
5.0
4/14/2022
Liz. What can I say but, THANK YOU. I was looking for an officiant outside of the traditional realm and wow, Liz completely knocked this out of the park. Liz truly blew me away with her words and her presentation. Her communication was quick and clear. I can’t even tell you how many compliments we received for the non-traditional ceremony that we had and it was all thanks to Liz. She created this perfect story that represented my husband and I so well and I couldn’t have pictured it to have gone any better. Thank you so much, Liz. You truly had a helping hand in making my dream wedding come to life.
Vendor response 04/15/2022
Thank you so much for this generous posting, Hollie. Your wedding had so many lovely touch...
es -- I won't soon be forgetting your arrival to the altar in that horse-drawn coach! You wow'ed us all. So glad you and Kyle had what you wanted on your wedding day. All my best to you in life and love. Liz
Kathleen C
5.0
4/09/2022
Liz was a very articulate and flexible for our wedding. She is a reliable and efficient as well. She took the time to get to know our story and went above and beyond for us
Vendor response 04/12/2022
Thanks Kathleen. It was my pleasure joining you and Kevin for your wedding journey! All my...
best to you in love and marriage. Fondly, Liz
Paul B
5.0
3/29/2022
Hello Liz,
LaVerne & I appreciate the thought &
Sincere words that flowed on what a
Relationship should have to be Successful
And the keys to Happiness it warmed our
Hearts & our Spirit !! It was a Beautiful
Morning in the Shade Garden at the Desert
Botanical Gardens !! Just So Simple & in A Loving place !!! Thank You !!
The Photographer Casa De Baca from
Florence Did a Great Job Too!!
Thank You Again
Vendor response 04/01/2022
So glad you and LaVerne feel married. It was my pleasure to join you in the Shade Garden. ...
And I'll think of you at your big celebration in May!
R B
5.0
3/29/2022
Liz was an incredible officiant, and despite us meeting her for the first time in person at our ceremony -- she spoke about us and to us like she was an old friend. Before the wedding she was easy to get a hold of and quick to respond. Her words were highly regarded, and she was one part of our wedding that our guests consistently complimented us on. She was punctual, organized, professional and warm. Our ceremony was a very mixed blend of cultures, traditions and religions. Although we as a couple are not religious, my parents are and we wanted to honor that in our ceremony. We did some new to her Filipino traditions in our ceremony and although we did not have a rehearsal with her, they went without any issues. Liz took great care to make sure that everything was accurate and culturally sensitive. There was not a dry eye during our ceremony, and her words are beautiful and purposeful. The keepsake of the ceremony that Liz sends afterward is incredibly thoughtful, coupled with her reminders before your ceremony to take a moment to really be present and take everything in during your big day -- it is a true representation of what she has to offer!
Vendor response 04/01/2022
I so enjoy being able to participate in the multitude of ways that couples celebrate their...
wedding day, and yours was certainly special and unique. Thanks again for inviting me to be part of it! Always, Liz
Alicia K
5.0
3/28/2022
If I could give 10 stars I would!
Liz from Joyful Unions was the best part of our day!
Liz was the officiant at a friend's wedding over a year ago. I remember thinking at the time that she was amazing. I found her on the Knot and had to confirm that she was the one who officiated our friend's wedding.
I had several people ask "Where did you find your Officiant? She was amazing." The service was so personalized our guests asked "How long have you known her? Seems like a long time. Is she a friend of yours? "
She incorporated a tree planting. I was not sure how actually planting a tree in ground would go. It was seamless and unique.
She was professional and well organized. I did not stress over this part of the day.
Vendor response 03/28/2022
I so appreciate your words, Alicia. Thank you! Anytime I can take even a little wedding da...
y stress out of a couple's day, I'm more than happy to do it. It was my genuine pleasure being with you two and your community on your joyful wedding day! Always, Liz
Layla R
5.0
3/19/2022
My husband Doug and I feel fortunate that Liz was our officiant. We wanted a non-church like ceremony, but one that told the story of our love with injections of humor. We connected with Liz over the phone several times, explaining our vision for the ceremony. She took time to answer our questions, listen to our concerns and assured us she understood. In the weeks before the wedding, we added a few elements to the ceremony and Liz integrated those beautifully. We appreciated her humor and how she personalized our love story.
The manner in which Liz officiates the ceremony reflects her genuine joy and belief in marriage. Our guests commented on Liz’s enthusiasm for bringing two people together in marriage. Her positive spirit was infectious! She set the tone for a wonderful celebration at our wedding.
Vendor response 03/22/2022
It was my true pleasure meeting you and Doug and guiding you through your wedding journey!...
The DBG was shining with love that day, wasn't it? See you on the hiking trail soon -- and love each other well. With love, Liz
Hope H
5.0
3/10/2022
Liz went above and beyond any expectation we had. we had a smaller group and was not looking for anything "church-y". Liz got to know us, over email even as we love out of state and wrote a beautiful ceremony that really catered to us as a couple. she even sent us a copy of the ceremony afterwords! She honestly was such a highlight in both planning and our day! thanks again Liz ❤️
Vendor response 03/11/2022
So glad your Arizona wedding day went even better than expected, Hope! It was a pleasure b...
eing with you and your community. All my best, Liz
Sallyane D
5.0
3/07/2022
As a second marriage (and many years together) both my husband and myself, struggled with how to create a low key, yet meaningful ceremony. And then we met Liz...Liz sat with us one evening, went over some ideas on how to proceed, she took some notes, and instilled a calm confidence in both of us that she "had this". Even if we didn't! Liz is a warm, open, outgoing woman who has an innate ability to put others at ease. She was totally accommodating to our requests. Even odd ones-like the ceremony needed to begin at 4:44 pm. With a nod and a warm smile, Liz assured us that she would make it happen. When our wedding day arrived, Liz blessed us with a beautiful ceremony-which started precisely at 4:44pm! She had woven into her presentation personal stories that she had gleaned from our one meeting. The ceremony was exactly what we asked for-simple yet meaningful and elegant. We are very grateful that the Universe led us to Liz. She was instrumental in making our wedding day memorable. You cannot go wrong having Liz marry you.
Vendor response 03/07/2022
Three cheers for the Universe, indeed, as likewise, it lead me to you both. What a pleasur...
e being part of your one-of-a-kind, personable and loving wedding day. Thank you for your kind words! Always, Liz
Aaron A
5.0
3/07/2022
My wife Reagan and I are incredibly thankful to have found Liz to officiate what we now know to be the most amazing day of our entire lives! Liz took the time to get to know our relationship inside and out. She did an absolutely wonderful job articulating our love story to the audience and her message was extremely pure and from the heart! She did such a great job getting to know us that even after the ceremony; the majority of our audience was asking us, "Was that incredible woman one of your aunts!?" "Where did you find that amazing officiator!?" Liz's impact on our special day far exceeded our expectations and I truly don't think there is any one else on the planet that could have done a better job. We will forever be thankful for Liz and her contributions to our magical wedding day! Huge shout outs from both sides of our family for Liz! Great job and thank you so so much!!
Vendor response 03/07/2022
Thank you Aaron for this vivacious review -- and you're most welcome. I love it that big w...
eddings are back, and wow, did your community show up for the two of you. I'm so glad your friends and family listened and felt the love! What a day. Always, Liz
Laura G
5.0
2/22/2022
Liz gracefully guided us through what we needed to do to get married. She wrote and delivered such a beautiful ceremony, and corresponding with her was so easy. I was a bit anxious about sharing our love story, but she was such a safe and comforting person to talk to.
Vendor response 02/22/2022
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Laura. So glad to be able to share, with you and your co...
mmunity, in the joys of your wedding day. My best, Liz
Courtney D
5.0
1/05/2022
I would highly recommend Liz for your wedding officiant needs. The moment we met Liz we felt so confident that she was the person we would want to marry us. Her energy is very warm, and she made the whole process super easy. She made us feel very comfortable before, during, and after our wedding ceremony, which was important as we were both reasonably feeling very emotional that day! She was incredibly patient with our needs as we had to postpone our wedding date twice due to COIVD. Her after wedding follow up with our keepsake item was sent to us quickly along with our official marriage license. She was incredibly communicative throughout the planning process and always very helpful in her suggestions. She was on time, facilitated a beautiful wedding ceremony, and dressed very professionally for our ceremony. She wrote an incredible reading that many of our guests commented highly about. Thank you to Liz for making our day so special, we will always appreciate her!
Vendor response 01/16/2022
Thanks for your kind feedback, Courtney. It was my pleasure to join you and your families/...
friends at the always gorgeous Royal Palms. Make the most of your marriage! Always, Liz
Ilia H
5.0
11/23/2021
Liz was such a pleasure to work with. Honestly, from beginning to end, she went above and beyond. We met with her before the wedding to make sure we would all make a good fit because my husband and I really wanted to find someone we felt comfortable with. She was so warm and kind, we knew right away she was perfect for us. She asked so many questions which was absolutely amazing and day of told such a beautiful story. She created her script from beginning to end, telling my husband and I’s love story so beautifully. We were truly shocked and amazed. All of our guests complimented how beautiful it was and we will never forget it. I am so so happy we chose Liz. Highly recommend, you won’t regret it!
Vendor response 11/30/2021
Thank you kindly for your generous words, Ilia. Your personal vows were so touching and sp...
eak to the foundation for marriage you two have already built. Love each other well!
Amber U
5.0
11/13/2021
Liz did a fantastic job at our wedding in Gold Canyon! She took our love story and made it into a beautiful sermon for our family and friends. We received so many compliments from all the attendees, and she really spoke to who we are. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a fantastic officiant!
Vendor response 11/17/2021
Thank you, Amber. It was my pleasure learning your UofA love story with your handsome man....
Take care of your beautiful selves.
Christina I
5.0
10/30/2021
Liz gave us a beautiful ceremony. I had quite a few people ask if we knew her personally. She was very professional, friendly, calming, and answered all of my questions in a timely manner. Our venue didn't let us practice a rehearsal, so we practiced it at our home. Liz was able to guide us through the order for the ceremony and was there early the day of the wedding to make sure everything ran smoothly. Everybody commented about how passionate she is about her work :)
Vendor response 10/30/2021
Thank you for your kind words, Christina. I'm glad you mentioned the 'passion' I have abou...
t officiating... I will admit it's true. And getting to work with wonderful couples such as you and Austin allows me to nurture it. Thank you again.
Ryan P
5.0
10/19/2021
We found Liz / Joyful Unions through The Knot and after reading a number of her reviews, reached out to her about officiating our wedding. Right away, we saw how thoughtful and professional she was, as every step of the way, she would see the ideas we were going for and finding the ways to elevate it to something even more beautiful. So many people commented to us about how amazing our ceremony was and I would very much agree, I was barely able to keep myself from crying at various points. Liz has a wonderful energy and I would recommend her to anyone getting married, I can't imagine having any more perfect of a wedding!
Vendor response 10/19/2021
So happy to hear you and Michelle were pleased with my services, Ryan. I so enjoyed learni...
ng your sweet love story and know that you two will love being married. Your 'decks' are indeed aligned. = ) Thanks again! As always, Liz