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Married By Evan

Personal, Fun and Professional Wedding Officiant

$75 starting price

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Hampton Roads, Southside, Peninsula, Eastern Shore, OBX

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Evan Poe

OWNER / LEAD OFFICIANT

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AWARD WINNER (6X)

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Married by Evan is a wedding officiant service based in Hampton Roads, VA offering both religious and non-religious ceremonies for all couples across VA and NC. Founder Evan Poe is a fun and approachable officiant who loves to work with couples to see their dream ceremony come to be. He is also gifted at guiding couples from to-be-weds to newlyweds, and beyond. As an officiant, Evan offers a personalized experience. Before your magical day, you can avail of pre-marital counseling to help you be prepared for your life to come (totally optional). When it comes to the main event, he will be there to customize a ceremony that reflects a couple’s life together. Whether you are exchanging vows in front of a great crowd or eloping in an intimate setting, his personable approach remains the same. Evan believes in celebrating romance in every form. He crafts ceremonies of all types, from civil unions and nondenominational events to religious occasions and vow-renewals. This seasoned officiant offers four package options to fit all styles. The wedding and vow renewals plan involves a one-to-one consultation, and a personalized ceremony. The elopement option involves the handling of official documents and a short, intimate service. For couples seeking a simple signing to make things official, Evan will oversee things. Afterward, this devoted family man can provide guidance on navigating married life. As a happily-married man of 29 years, it is safe to say that officiant Evan knows a thing or two about what makes a marriage work. It comes as no surprise that he has devoted over 13 years to overseeing wedding ceremonies and uniting couples in marriage. Evan married his high school sweetheart and together they have raised four much-loved daughters. He shares a close bond with his four sons-in-law and he lives for the time spent with his two precious grandsons. This expert and empathic officiator cherishes the importance of family bonds and faithful love. He loves engaging with excited to-be-weds and imparting some sage wisdom from his own life experience.

+6 years in business

Speaks English

2 team members

Prices & packages

Quick Sign Service

$75 starting price

Quick Sign Service

$75 starting price

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Professional License Signing

Bronze Wedding Package

$275 starting price

Bronze Wedding Package

$275 starting price

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License Signing/Processing

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Ceremony Types

Civil Union

Commitment Ceremony

Elopement

Interfaith Ceremony

Non-Religious Ceremony

Religious Ceremony

Second Wedding

Vow Renewal Ceremony

Religious Affiliations

Buddhist

Christian

Catholic

Interfaith

Jewish

Reform

Pagan

Secular

Spiritual

Wedding Activities

After The Wedding

Newlywed Life

Premarital Counseling

Wedding

Ceremony

Awards and Affiliations

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Meet the team

Hector Cruz
Associate Officiant
With more than two decades of ministry/pastoral experience in the Tidewater area, Hector has been ordained and licensed since 2002. He has a gift and passion for leading and serving people. He has completed a certificate in graduate studies, as well as a graduate & undergraduate degree from Regent University in Virginia Beach, where he currently works. He and his wife, Sonya (a longtime 1st grade teacher in Chesapeake), are the proud parents of three beautiful, talented daughters and reside in Chesapeake. In his free time, Hector can be found DJing or Karaoking at parties and weddings along with his wife.
Evan Poe
Owner / Lead Officiant
Evan is the owner of MBE and our lead officiant. He is passionate about successful marriages and about working with couples to help them achieve their own. Evan has been blessed to have been married to his high school sweetheart, Meiche, for over 30 years. Together they have (4) beautiful and amazingly talented daughters, (3) amazing son-in-laws and (4) of the most adorable grandkids you may ever meet. Evan has been an ordained and licensed pastor and wedding officiant for over 15 years and has performed over 2,300 weddings for some of the most awesome couples in Hampton Roads, the OBX and beyond.

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Evan, a wedding officiant, receives glowing reviews for his personalized and heartfelt ceremonies. Reviewers highlight his ability to incorporate couples' love stories into ceremonies flawlessly. Evan is commended for his professionalism, warmth, and ability to make each ceremony unique and memorable. He is highly recommended for his communication, attention to detail, and calming presence on the wedding day, making couples and guests alike appreciate his services.

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Matthew D

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12/06/2024

If you're getting married, you'd be wise for it be done by Evan. Evan Poe with Married By Evan is an exemplar of what each and every officiant should be. From our first meeting online, my now wife and I knew that our search was over. Evan was personable, professional and prepared to create a ceremony experience like no other. He took careful attention to note the details of our story, mark down our preferences for our day of, and listen to our questions each step of the way. On our wedding day, Evan arrived well ahead of schedule to prepare and discuss the specifics of our upcoming ceremony. When our ceremony began, the story that Evan told was both warming and light hearted. You wouldn't have known that we were strangers to Evan just a few short months ago. Our friends and family raved about Evan's mastery of his craft for the rest of the evening. We will forever look back fondly on our wedding day and remain forever grateful that we chose to be Married By Evan!

response 12/06/2024

Oh wow! Talk about a master at the craft?!? You should be a master review writer. Thank yo...

u both so, so much. Your ceremony was absolutely beautiful and your entire wedding group (guests, family and wedding party) were absolutely so amazing and fun to work with. Thank you both so much for trusting me to help make your special day everything you deserved it to be!

4/24/2025

We couldn’t be happier with our experience working with Evan. From start to finish, he was professional, responsive, and incredibly accommodating—especially considering we reached out just a week and some change before our elopement. When we had to make a last-minute change to the ceremony time due to a scheduling conflict at the church, he adjusted without hesitation. He asked thoughtful, detailed questions beforehand to personalize the ceremony, and it really showed—everything felt meaningful and tailored to us. He arrived early, looked sharp, and conducted the ceremony beautifully. His communication was clear and consistent, and his calm, friendly demeanor made the whole process smooth and stress-free. Highly recommend!

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Noelle F

4/15/2025

Evan is the best to work with. He is so kind, patient, and caring. He genuinely wants you to have the best day possible and does everything in his power to make that happen. While Evan had his script written, he barely even used it as he had it memorized. Our family raved about him days after the wedding was over. He was so captivating to listen to and there isn’t anyone else I would’ve trusted to officiate our wedding. He was also so responsive to a few changes that came up throughout the planning process.

response 04/15/2025

Man thank you guys so, so much for such kind words. You guys really pulled off an absolute...

ly beautiful ceremony and I was just honored to have been able to share in it. Thank yo both so much for trusting me to help make it special!

Brittany S

4/14/2025

Evan officiated our wedding back in March. From our first meeting, we knew the ceremony was going to be perfectly us. He asked about our love story, got to know us as a couple, and made us feel very comfortable. On the wedding day, he showed up early, signed our paperwork prior to the ceremony, and was a calm presence. During the ceremony, he perfectly summarized our love story and honestly it seemed like he's know us the entire course of our relationship. At the end he shared a poem about the red string theory, this was a surprise, but oddly enough was perfect. My husband and I talk about the "invisible string" theory so being able to incorporate the poem was so beautiful. During the reception, my husband's grandpa, as well as other guests, were raving about how great our pastor was. Overall, Evan did a great job encompassing our love story and customizing our ceremony. We were happy and so were our guest. Couldn't recommend enough!!

response 04/16/2025

Thank you so much you guys. You two really do have such a beautiful love story and I was s...

o honored to be able to share it with you most important people. Thank you both for letting me be a part of such a perfect day!

Kailey B

4/01/2025

A truly magical experience! From the very first meeting with Evan we knew we were in good hands. Evan was not only professional and organized, but his warmth and genuine interest in making our ceremony as special as possible was very apparent from day one. Evan took the time to get to know us as a couple to ensure that our ceremony felt personal and reflective of who we are. Every single guest commented on how thoughtful and beautiful the ceremony was and that is all thanks to Evan! We highly recommend Married by Evan if you’re looking for an officiant who will make your big day everything you have dreamed of and more! Thank you Evan!!

response 04/01/2025

Thank you so much you guys! What a perfect day you had celebrating your beautiful love sto...

ry. I was so honored to have been able to be a part and share in the magic!

Mandy C

3/22/2025

Evan was a great officiant. He worked with us to make sure that our elopement went well despite the weather taking a turn for the worse. We really enjoyed his take on traditional vows. We would definitely recommend him!

response 03/25/2025

Thank you so much you guys! You were both so easy going and flexible and so great to work ...

with. I can't wait for your big celebration this summer!

George B

3/20/2025

Evan did an amazing job as our officiant. Our initial communications were always thoughtful and made us feel at ease. Day of the weeding, Evan was amazing. We had so many family members ask how long we knew Evan, they thought we had been friends for years. I would recommend Evan over and over and could not have asked for a better officiant.

response 03/20/2025

You guys are so awesome. Thank you both for trusting me to help make your wedding day spec...

ial and one to remember for years to come!

Lorena S

3/19/2025

Evan was great! Very communicative and on time and gave a very beautiful ceremony. Highly recommend!

response 03/20/2025

Thank you guys so much. I had an amazing time working with all of you and your little cere...

mony was perfect. I hope your cruise ceremony us amazing!!

Erica O

3/19/2025

We recently had the pleasure of having Evan officiate our big day. From the moment we inquired about his service, to wishing us post wedding congratulations, he was nothing short of kind, funny and professional. He worked with us to help tailor our ceremony to our needs. He prepared for us the most beautiful vows including a poem that we had never heard before, yet perfectly encapsulated us and our love. He was timely in replying to our messages and arriving early for the ceremony. He also sent in our marriage license for us, saving us one less thing to worry about. I literally have no complaints as he helped make sure our ceremony was flawless. I would highly recommend Married by Evan for your wedding.

response 03/20/2025

Thank you so much you guys! Your ceremony was so unique and beautiful and I had such an am...

azing time working with you both!

Elesa F

2/24/2025

We were so fortunate to have Evan as the officiant for our wedding. From the very beginning, he went above and beyond to get to know us as a couple, making the ceremony feel deeply personal and meaningful. His professionalism was evident throughout the process, but it was his genuine care and flexibility that truly set him apart. One of the highlights was how accommodating he was when my father-in-law wanted to pray at the start of the service. Evan welcomed it without hesitation, allowing our family to contribute to the ceremony in a way that felt incredibly special. His knowledge and delivery were also remarkable. He effortlessly incorporated scripture that resonated with both of us, while adding just the right touch of humor to keep the atmosphere light and joyful. Overall, we couldn’t have asked for a better officiant. His warmth, humor, and deep understanding of what makes a wedding ceremony meaningful made ours truly unforgettable. We are so grateful for the role he played in our special day!

response 03/02/2025

Awe man you guys ... thank you both so, so much for such kind words! Your wedding day was ...

so sweet and special and I had such an amazing time working with you both. Your love and care for one another was so evident and I was honored to be a part of your special day!

Stephanie D

2/01/2025

Married by Evan made everything easy not only for our special day but also, in preparation towards it. The day of went really smooth and just how we both want it. He was able to deliver the vision of what we wanted and need for the wedding day. Definitely someone to trust for your special day!

response 02/21/2025

Thank you so much you guys! Your ceremony was so beautiful and I was so honored to have be...

en a part of such a perfect moment!

Kendra L

1/14/2025

We were so lucky to have Hector as our wedding officiant! We planned our wedding in under two weeks, and Evan made the booking process incredibly easy, even on such short notice. Hector and his team went above and beyond to accommodate us, and their flexible pricing options and various packages really stood out from other officiants we considered. They made sure we could get exactly what we wanted within our budget, which took a huge weight off our shoulders during a busy planning period. Hector delivered a heartfelt and beautifully personalized ceremony that made our day feel extra special. We are so grateful for their professionalism, kindness, and support. Highly recommend Hector to anyone looking for a reliable, flexible, and compassionate officiant!

response 02/21/2025

Wow thank you both so much. We had such an amazing time working with you both and are both...

so thankful we were able to help make your wedding day (and process getting there) beautiful and easy. Congrats to you both!

Alexis Z

1/03/2025

Evan was an absolutely amazing addition to our wedding team! He wrote an endearing and personal ceremony for my husband and I. He took the time to get to know us beforehand and it helped bring our ceremony to life. All of our guests stopped us afterwards to tell us how amazing he did and we felt the exact same way. If you’re looking for a pastor to give you a wedding ceremony that everyone will remember, Evan is your guy! Could not recommend him enough.

response 01/04/2025

Man thank you so much guys. What a way to finish off the year. You guys are so much fun an...

d were so great and easy to work with. I hope that 2025 is the beginning of an amazing adventure!!

Kyle M

12/31/2024

Evan was the perfect officiant for our wedding. My wife and I met with him to see if he was the right fit for our ceremony and immediately we knew that he understood our wedding needs. We hired him immediately. We met with Evan about a week before our wedding date so that we could align our expectations for the ceremony and he was more than accommodating. We asked for a non-religious ceremony and he provided as requested. On the wedding day itself, Evan stopped by each the bride and groom's prep room to offer a calming word and to check in on us. The ceremony went without a hitch, and he made sure to make it all about us. Thanks to him, our marriage license paperwork was flawless and we had no issues on that end. We would highly recommend Married By Evan to anyone who needs an officiant.

response 12/31/2024

You guys ... thanks you both so much! I had such an amazing time working with you both and...

your love story really is a beautiful one. I'm so excited for you both and can;t wait to see what the future holds for you.

Erin D

12/31/2024

Evan was the most amazing officiant we could ask for! He kept the ceremony fun and engaging. My husband and I met with Evan for a meeting about our love story (before the wedding) and he incorporated everything we said in the most beautiful way. If I could give over 5 stars I would, he is the absolute best!!

response 12/31/2024

Oh man you guys are so amazing! Me and the team had such an amazing time celebrating you b...

oth and helping to make your special day one to remember. Thank you both so much for letting us join the party and experience the magic that is the Delongs!

Morgan B

12/26/2024

We absolutely loved Evan! He is so kind and the way he does the ceremony makes you feel like he is one of your own personal close friends. Not only did we love him, but we got many compliments from our guests as well on how great of a job he did! 10/10, we would recommend Evan to any and everyone!

response 12/26/2024

Oh man thank you so much you guys! Not only was your ceremony beautiful and you guys so ea...

sy to work with, but how could I not have an amazing time marrying "The Loves"?!?! Thank you both so much for sharing your special day with me!

Jaclyn O

12/18/2024

Evan was the perfect person to officiate our wedding! He did a great job of creating a romantic, meaningful ceremony that was also fun and entertaining. He was very professional and easy to work with throughout the whole process. We met with him prior to our wedding and gave him information about us and our story, which he included in the ceremony in a very natural way. He also helped us to refine exactly what we were looking for and gave great suggestions for elements to consider including in the ceremony. We highly recommend Evan as an officiant!

response 12/18/2024

Thank you so much you guys! Your wedding was absolutely beautiful and, that sunset?!?! Wha...

t a perfect day to celebrate such an awesome and amazing couple :)

Victoria M

12/10/2024

Zach and I recently got married on Nov 23, we honestly couldn’t have asked for a better officiant. Thank you Evan for taking the time to meet with us, get to know us, and help us make our day so special.

response 12/13/2024

Thank you so much you guys! I really had such an amazing time working with and getting to ...

know you both and I was so honored to be able to play a part in your beautiful day.

Bailey L

11/23/2024

Evan is absolutely amazing. He is personable, funny, and such an easy-going addition to your wedding! He makes the ceremony so much more personal & welcoming. Highly recommend!

response 11/23/2024

You guys are so awesome! Thank you both so much. You're ceremony was beautiful and I was h...

onored to be a part. Can't wait to see you both soon :)

Victoria M

11/10/2024

Evan was a total pro for our vow renewal. He asked all the right questions in our lead up so that when he performed our ceremony, we had guests asking if he was family! The personalized ceremony and flexibility to do a non-religious handfasting was fantastic. Thanks so much Evan!

response 11/11/2024

Awe thanks so much guys. You guys have such a fun and beautiful love story and I was so ho...

nored to be a part of your journey. Here's to the next 10 and then some!

Adriana V

11/04/2024

Made our day so special. Evan is very well spoken and truly implements your story while officiating your marriage. Gave us wisdom that we will forever cherish.

response 11/05/2024

You guys, thank you both so much. You guys are the most adorable couple and I was so honor...

ed to be able to stand with you as you made your lifelong commitment to each other!

Tory W

11/04/2024

Evan was amazing! He was communicative, on time and extremely professional but also very personable! He made us feel so comfortable and made our day so so special. It was exactly what we wanted and then some. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. If you are looking for an officiant, we highly recommend Evan. You won’t regret it. 10/10 :)

response 11/04/2024

You guys are so awesome. Thank you both so, so much for letting me be a part of your absol...

utely perfect moment!

Brenna B

11/01/2024

The entire experience was wonderful. Evan had excellent communication, and really listened to everything we wanted. The experience we received was far greater than I expected. Originally we planned on just going to the Justice of the Peace, but I’m glad we chose him. Everything turned out so much better.

response 11/04/2024

Thank you so much you guys. I am so glad that you found me and that we were able to give y...

ou both a beautiful little beachfront ceremony!

Lizzy Z

10/29/2024

We couldn’t be happier with our experience with Married by Evan! From the beginning, Evan and his assistant Hector were amazing to work with. They were both very informative and attentive, taking the time to listen to our love story and craft a beautiful ceremony script that perfectly captured us as a couple—from the beginning of our journey to our wedding day and beyond. Hector, who officiated, was wonderful, and his professionalism and warmth made our ceremony so memorable. With Evan and Hector’s experience and expertise, everything went smoothly, and we felt completely at ease. We highly recommend Married by Evan to any couple looking for a meaningful and personal ceremony!

response 11/04/2024

It was a pleasure personalizing your wedding ceremony in a way that was meaningful for you...

and all who came to be a part of your special day. May your love story be filled with many more exciting chapters!

Molly K

10/29/2024

Evan and his team made sure I had the bar experience of my dreams at my wedding. I was so nervous about the amount of alcohol, what mixers, etc. to have and Evan put a quick stop to any and all worries that I had and answered them with ease. Also...if you need custom cups, bar signs, etc---he is your guy and was so amazing with that process. If you are looking for a team to completely make the bar service something you won't need to stress about on your big day, this is the team for you!

response 10/29/2024

I love it! Man thank you both so much not only for allowing us to provide the drink servic...

e for your big day, but for letting us share in such an awesome night!! Our entire team had so much fun working with you and your amazing crew and your wedding day was absolutely beautiful! Honored to have been a part of it.

Daniel O

10/28/2024

We loved our experience with Evan! He was a superb officiant who made the entire process very easy for us from start to finish. He offered a great degree of freedom for us to choose the kind of ceremony we wanted, and was prepared for every eventuality. Our guests loved his presence and words, and he added humour to the ceremony without diminishing the importance of our day. He set the scene perfectly for the perfect day.

response 10/28/2024

Thank you both so, so much. You guys have such a beautiful and amazing love story and it w...

as really my honor to help share it in front of your amazing friends and family on your special day!

Shane S

10/26/2024

Evan was a fantastic officiant! He was always very prompt and professional and helped address all our questions and concerns. He went above and beyond our expectations for what an officiant would provide!

response 10/28/2024

Thank you so much you guys. Your ceremony was absolutely beautiful and I was truly honored...

to be able to share your amazing day with you!

Ashley M

10/23/2024

We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant than Evan for our wedding! From the start, he was incredibly professional and prompt, guiding us through the entire process and ensuring everything was stress-free. On the day of the ceremony, he was able to make us feel at ease and truly present in the moment. The ceremony was perfect—beautifully memorable, heartfelt, and filled with just the right amount of humor and sweetness. He really captured who we are as a couple, and many of our guests commented on how special and personal the ceremony felt. We highly recommend him to any couple looking for an officiant who brings warmth, joy, sincerity, professionalism, and genuineness to their big day!

response 10/23/2024

Thank you both so, so much! Your intimate ceremony was so perfect and felt like a full on ...

wedding. Everything was so beautiful and I was so honored to have been included in such a perfect moment. Thank you guys and congrats to you both on a beautiful life together!

Raynie C

10/17/2024

I highly recommend Evan! First off, he was very easy and responsive when booking. My husband and I then filled out a simple-but-thorough questionnaire of what we wanted for our ceremony, and boy did he deliver! He showed up & got straight to business. He presented a ceremony that aligned perfectly with our requests and how we are as a couple, and he even added a beautiful poem at the end that we’ll cherish forever. He’s a great speaker and presenter & has a calming & professional presence. Thank you so much Evan!

response 10/17/2024

Man thank you so much guys! Your backyard ceremony was so perfect and beautiful and it was...

really my pleasure and joy to help male it even more special. Thank you both for letting me celebrate you amazing moment with you!

Sara E

10/15/2024

Evan did a phenomenal job as our officiant. He told our story as if he knew us and was personally there with us throughout our journey. If you’re looking for someone who is extraordinarily well spoken, passionate, cordial, and professional, book Evan now!! He truly went above and beyond. Thank you so much for being a part of our special day.

response 10/16/2024

Thank you so much you guys. It was so awesome to finally get you guys down the aisle for w...

hat was a beautiful and amazing ceremony. Thank you both for including me in your perfect day!

Melissa B

10/15/2024

Evan was incredible from start to finish. It was truly a pleasure working with him. He made our ceremony so special with his touching words about our family and love story. He created an experience we will never forget! Thank you for being such a wonderful addition to our amazing day!

response 10/15/2024

Thank you so much you guys. Your family is so beautiful and you guys were both so great to...

work with. Thank you for trusting me to help make your day a special one!

Madison C

10/14/2024

Hector was so great at our wedding! His words were exactly what we were looking for to capture our love and add a little humor. He was punctual, kind, and made our day feel very special! I would recommend using him for your own wedding!

response 10/15/2024

It was such a joy and pleasure to be a part of your special day (once I got the plant off ...

my head)! I wish you both nothing but the best!

Stephanie E

10/13/2024

Evan was phenomenal! We were looking for a blend of humor and romance for our ceremony and he nailed it! Everyone was SO impressed with the level of detail he included in our ceremony and mentioned several times that it felt like he knew us personally. Evan was a beautiful addition to our day and we can't recommend him enough!

response 10/14/2024

Thank you so much you guys. Your ceremony was the perfect balance of intimate but fun and ...

lively and I had such an amazing time working with you both!

Shana F

10/13/2024

Where do I start…….Evan was absolutely amazing. When we meet him over zoom we instantly felt like we knew him forever. During this meeting Evan asked us some interview questions to write our story and when marrying us the way he was able to translate those details was awesome so much that our friends and family also thought we knew him. The wedding was amazing and the preparation beforehand on what to do and how made it so easy. My wedding was at the Gala 417 and Evan is very familiar with the venue and staff so again that made it easy. If I could give more than 5 stars. I would! 10/10 recommend Thanks Evan

response 10/13/2024

You guys have such an amazing and beautiful love story and it was easy to tell. Couple tha...

t with the best hype squad out there and man, what a night!!

Gina D

10/12/2024

Evan is very well spoken and was an amazing officiant to our wedding! Highly recommend

response 10/13/2024

Thank you both so much. Your wedding was absolutely beautiful and your love story in both ...

beautiful land inspiring! Thanks for sharing your special day with me.

Claire M

10/12/2024

I contacted Married by Evan and the response was extremely positive. Choosing the right officiant is an important decision; with Evan, I am sure we made the right decision. The process was extremely smooth, and I would highly recommend Married by Evan to anyone getting married.

response 02/21/2025

Thank you so much you guys. I am so thankful you trusted me to help make your special day ...

an amazing one!

Dana C

10/09/2024

We hired Married by Evan after reading all the glowing reviews from couples who had used him to officiate their weddings at our venue, Gala 417. From our very first email, Evan's prompt communication and straightforward packages made the booking process a breeze. We chose to meet Evan in person for lunch so he could get to know us better and craft a personalized script for our wedding day. He came prepared with thoughtful questions and took many notes, making the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free. We also asked him to attend our rehearsal, and Evan’s jovial and lighthearted personality was a breath of fresh air. With his humor and expertise, he helped make what could have been a stressful day into a fun and relaxed experience. It’s clear he has officiated many weddings, as he shared helpful best practices, tips, and tricks throughout. On our wedding day, Evan delivered a beautiful, heartfelt ceremony that perfectly captured both my husband and me. Many of our guests raved about how wonderful he was and were surprised to learn that we had only met him a handful of times before the wedding. Evan's presence and delivery were so natural that it felt as though we'd known him for years. Thank you, Evan, for officiating our special day. We’re so grateful to have had you be a part of it and wish you and your family all the best!

response 10/09/2024

Oh wow, guys .... THANK YOU both so much for taking the time to leave such a detailed revi...

ew. You were both so amazing and easy to work with and make what I do that much more fulfilling. I had such an amazing time helping you have the special day you both deserved. Congrats again to you both!

Rhylee W

10/08/2024

A little bit ago my husband and I had a small elopement. I was new to all the things required to make a marriage official and Mr. Poe was amazing. Very helpful he gave us information on what to do before the elopement and what we need to do after. He also gave me information on steps I need to take for name changing. He was very insightful and we truly appreciated him helping us with our very special day!

response 10/08/2024

You are so welcome guys. Thank you both so much for trusting me to help make your special ...

day a beautiful one and to help make things easy! Congrats to you both :)

Brian R

10/05/2024

Evan did an amazing job with our ceremony! He was able to make it very personal and special. Thank you!

response 10/08/2024

Thank you so much guys. I had a great time working with you both and your ceremony was bea...

utiful!

Dave F

10/04/2024

Evan was very accommodating to our unique timing and needs. Helpful with finding other vendors and excellent location. He helped make our wedding very sweet and romantic and special. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking to get married

response 10/04/2024

Thank you so much you guys. It was so great working with both of you and the love you show...

ed for each other was infectious. Thanks so sharing your amazing day with me!

Keith D

10/01/2024

Evan is a very experienced and personable professional. I recommend you have him perform your ceremony. He will tailor it to fit whatever you are looking for.

response 10/01/2024

Man, so great working with you guys! Your ceremony was beautiful and fit you both to the T...

. Thanks so much for sharing it with me.

Sheryl K

9/26/2024

If anyone is looking for a Pastor for their ceremony choose Married By Evan. He is very personable like you’ve already known him. He is great. You have exactly what you want and he covers all your needs and dreams with just a handful of fun questions. He stays on top conversations with you and quickly answers all your questions. We had our ceremony on the Beach. We highly recommend Evan. Thank you again Evan for making our day extra special.

response 10/01/2024

Thank you so much you guys. Working with you was so much fun and I had a great time on you...

r special day (even with the bird attack ... hahaha)!

Julius O

9/25/2024

Evan was the Best and made our day so much more special. My wife and I highly recommend him!!!

response 09/25/2024

Thank you so much guys. You have such an amazing support group and it was great working wi...

th all of you!

ruth ann l

9/24/2024

The ceremony was aboslutely perfect! Filled with biblical insights, challenges to us to love each other and love God. There was humor and advice from Evan's own life expereinces. I highly recommend Evan!

response 10/09/2024

Oh man you guys are so awesome. Ruth Ann I am so proud of you for overcoming and it was ab...

solutely my joy to stand with you and Jay as you committed to together forever!

Kaitlyn W

9/24/2024

Evan was amazing! He was great with communication and tailored his speech to fit our wants.

response 09/25/2024

Thank you so much guys. What a beautiful family you have! You guys we are all so welcoming...

and I so enjoyed working with all of you. Thanks for sharing your special day with me!

Angel T

9/22/2024

Evan did an amazing job and helped our ceremony be exactly what we envisioned.

response 09/22/2024

Thank you so much you guys. You guys are absolutely adorable and I had so much fun working...

with you both and helping to tell your beautiful love story.

Shaina D

9/16/2024

Evan is wonderful and you will not be disappointed with his services. He will ask you a series of questions to personalize your ceremony and he is very professional. You will love him! We lived a bit out of the way to meet with him before our wedding, but we went based off reviews and we couldn’t be happier with the outcome. Thank you, Evan!

response 09/22/2024

Thank you so much you guys. Your ceremony was such a beautiful blend of simple and intimat...

e but beautiful and classy and I was honored to share in your special day!

Pauline J

9/10/2024

I could honestly write a novel on our beautiful experience working with Evan. Our family members were raving over our officiant, and so were we! Evan kept everyone engaged and even though we’ve known him for such a short time, every single person thought we’ve known him for years. He did a beautiful job at telling our love story and making our ceremony beautiful from beginning to end, making sure every piece was a perfect representation of my wife and I. There was laughter, love, tears of joy and overall so much happiness. We will be talking about our experience for the rest of our lives! Thank you Evan, for everything.

response 09/10/2024

You two are so amazing! What an absolute beautiful time we had sharing with you as you sta...

rted this new chapter in your love story. It was really my honor to stand beside you both and I can't wait to see what the future holds for you.

Nick B

9/07/2024

Evan made our wedding very special and memorable. We really appreciated the personal touch to the ceremony. Evan is the consummate professional, responding quickly and kindly to our questions. He let us know everything we need to know and made the process very easy. We would 100% highly recommend Evan for your event!

response 09/07/2024

Thank you so much you guys! I had such a great time celebrating your intimate little cerem...

ony and you were both so excited and adorable. I loved it!

Stephan I

8/28/2024

Evan made an amazing officiant at our wedding. He was very professional, gave us great advice, and told us the process of how the ceremony was to proceed. I would highly recommend Evan Poe to any couple out there looking to get married!

response 09/05/2024

Thank you so much you guys. It was so awesome getting the chance to work with you guys and...

your beautiful home made the perfect little back drop. Thanks for sharing your amazing day with me!

Shelley D

8/18/2024

Evan was very helpful & the perfect choice for our elopement. He was quick to respond to all my questions. He offered suggestions for different locations for our beach wedding and prepared the perfect little ceremony for us. He even took pictures for us afterwards. We highly recommend Evan!

response 08/20/2024

Thank you so much you guys. You are both so much fun and were so easy to work with. Thanks...

you for letting me be a part of your beautiful little oceanfront moment!

Serena S

8/16/2024

Evan was amazing. He made us laugh, gave us ideas we would not have even considered before hand, and created a fantastic ceremony.

response 08/17/2024

Thank you so much you guys. What a fun and creative ceremony you had. And I was honored yo...

u let be be a part of it. I wish you both the absolute best!

Geanice S

8/13/2024

Evan was great! We had to change the location just before the ceremony and he was more than happy to accommodate. The ceremony was perfect and he embodied our relationship perfectly!

response 08/13/2024

Thank you so much you guys It was go great working with you both as well as your whole gan...

g. Thanks so much for letting me share in your special day!

Payden N

8/10/2024

Evan was outstanding officiating our wedding ceremony! He was very professional, personable, and funny! Everything went great. 10/10 would recommended, Evan!

response 02/21/2025

Thank you so much you guys. I had such a great time working with you both and and so glad ...

your special day was an amazing one!

Tyler L

8/10/2024

Our experience with Hector (Married By Evan Officiant services) was spectacular. Based on inputs we provided via a form and then a follow-up discussion on zoom, he made a phenomenal script for our wedding that we could not have been happier with. I highly recommend Hector as an officiant and Married By Evan for your officiant services for your wedding! Wedding on July 13th, 2024 at Norfolk Botanical Garden

response 08/12/2024

It was my pleasure getting to know and working with you both! I’m so glad the ceremony was...

all you hoped it would be. I wish you nothing but the best!

Lakin F

8/08/2024

Mr. Evan Poe recently married my husband and I this past Monday, and I couldn't be happier with our choice of choosing him to be our officiant! He helped guide us through the process, and was always sure to answer any questions we had. Mr. Poe's professionalism and flexibility is top notch. We highly recommend booking with him!! :)

response 08/08/2024

Thank you guys so much. You are both so adorable and were so much fun to work with. Thank ...

you both for sharing your beautiful and amazing say with me!

Renae D

8/03/2024

We used married by Evan for our wedding and he was nothing but perfect!! He was professional and made our ceremony perfect. He also respected our wants and needs perfectly!!!!

response 08/08/2024

Awe ... thank you so much ladies. I had such an awesome time working with you both and you...

r ceremony was absolutely beautiful. Thanks so much for letting me be a part of it!

Jimmy S

8/01/2024

Evan officiated the wedding that my newlywed wife and I were part of and absolutely loved each and every moment of it. Evan talked to both of us seperately about what we would be doing, the direction of the ceremony, and also how to keep it fun, while trying something new like a sand ceremony. It was incredible, ran super smooth, was so polite, and absolutely awesome as a person! The Sanchez's truly appreciate your work! Thank You So Much Evan!!

response 08/08/2024

Oh man you are so welcome guys! Thank you both so much for taking the time to leave such k...

ind words and for trusting me to help make your day a special one :)

Sandy D

7/31/2024

We want to thank Evan for being so easy to set everything up for us. A wonderful job. He was quick to respond and answered all our questions. Was on time and did an amazing job. Can’t thank him enough!!

response 08/01/2024

Oh thank you guys! You were both so easy and fun to work with. And your attitudes toward t...

he "not so ideal" weather just made the day so much more fun. Thank you both for sharing your special day with me :)

Gregory G

7/31/2024

Review for Evan Poe “Married By Evan” Silver Wedding Package We were very satisfied with all of Evan’s “Silver Package” services from start to finish! My wife Maria and I saw some videos on Evan's website when we were engaged. We really appreciated Evan’s incorporation of Christian elements, personalization of the ceremonies, and seamless delivery and presentation of the newlyweds. When we met with him he was clearly interested in both of our stories about how we met and how our love grew, and even chose some well-placed lyrics from one of our favorite songs for the ceremony. During the ceremony he was happy for both of us to start life together, and his attention to detail was exceptional both during the ceremony and while telling us the next steps to file the paperwork properly. He was also generous enough to pray shortly at the start of the ceremony, to acknowledge our family members both in attendance and not, and to make them feel part of the ceremony as well. Overall Evan was courteous, professional, communicated clearly and respectfully and joyfully celebrated with us. Highly recommend!

response 08/01/2024

Thank you so much you guys. You have such a beautiful and unique love story and it was suc...

h a joy for me to share your big day with you both!

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