Your Love, Your Story, Your Ceremony.
Linn, Polk, Marion, and Yamhill counties
Travel area: Within 100 miles See details
Melodyan Smith
OFFICIANT
A wedding is your day, meant to be the most special and magical moment of your life. Yet, as you look around, most ceremonies feel repetitive—using the same language, the same vows, and the same tired scripts. None of that feels like you.
I am here to change that narrative. I specialize in custom wedding designs where the ceremony is shaped entirely around who you are, rather than a rigid liturgy or a canned legal requirement. Whether you need help writing meaningful vows that authentically reflect your personality, or you want a custom-crafted ceremony script that shows your guests exactly what makes your relationship unique, I am here to guide you. I also offer premarital counseling to help you build a strong, lasting foundation for your marriage.
I believe your ceremony should be a celebration of your specific love story, regardless of background. I am deeply committed to serving LGBTQ+ and interfaith couples who deserve more than just "tolerance." I see you, I hear you, and I celebrate you. I work closely with you to create an inclusive, meaningful, and heartfelt ceremony that honors your identity and your future together. Let’s move beyond the traditional and create a ceremony that is as bold and beautiful as your love.
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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
Christian
Protestant
Interfaith
Pagan
Secular
Spiritual
Wiccan
Wedding Activities
After The Wedding
Newlywed Life
Premarital Counseling
Wedding
Ceremony
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Meet the team
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- Melodyan SmithOfficiantWith 25 years of experience in the wedding industry, I specialize in crafting deeply personal ceremonies that reflect your unique love story. Whether you have a specific vision in mind or need assistance researching and developing a custom theme, I am dedicated to creating an unforgettable experience for you and your guests. My diverse professional background has instilled in me a meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that every element of your ceremony is perfectly tailored to your needs. Outside of officiating, I am a proud wife of 27 years and a mother to three grown children, and I bring that same warmth and commitment to every couple I work with. I look forward to helping you celebrate your special day.
- Wil SmithAssistantWil is my dedicated assistant and the youngest member of my family. They are the backbone of my operations, providing essential support that keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Beyond helping with logistics and day-to-day errands, Wil brings a fresh, creative perspective to the table. They have a wonderful talent for taking traditional wedding elements and infusing them with unique, modern ideas to ensure your ceremony feels vibrant and personal rather than standard or predictable. Having Wil on my team allows me to focus entirely on you, knowing that every detail is being handled with care and ingenuity.
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Sisillia B
5.0
9/24/2026
She was great and heard everything I and my husband wanted. It felt like it was meant to happen the way it did. Mel was amazing at guiding us and it felt made for us in every way. ...
She was flexible with planning and worked so well with the wedding planning, making it super easy for us. Thank you Mel.
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