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East Tennessee, Sevierville, Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg
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Amazing! Highly recommend. Made the process so easy. He picked up on the energy of our group and included great stories that had everyone laughing and enjoying themselves. The ceremony was really so great, and I wouldn't have wanted anyone else or to change anything at all. Book this guy!!!
Kayla H.
5.0
Pastor Mike was a delight! Super nice and professional and even though we just met in person that day, it seemed like he knew us our entire lives!
Shawna F.
5.0
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Your wedding should be fun for you and your guests! The wedding ceremony is the central part of the celebration! Pastor Michael Newsom is an officiant based in the Smoky Mountains, serving East Tennessee and beyond! Since 2010, this friendly and enthusiastic officiant crafts ceremonies centered around each couple and their wishes for their big day. Pastor Michael aims to create a heartfelt and memorable wedding ceremony that reflects each couple's love, personality, and commitment.
Pastor Michael Newsom loves to work closely with couples, learn about their love story, and guide them through this exciting time in their lives. He cherishes his clients and endeavors to create worthwhile and meaningful events that newlyweds will always remember. His mission is to provide honest and open words of encouragement and blessing to every union.
Pastor Michael Newsom offers a comprehensive wedding officiant package to accommodate each couple's ceremony needs. A thorough initial consultation will take place to allow clients and Pastor Michael to get to know each other and discuss ideas and preferences. This officiant is also available to perform vow renewals and rehearsals to ensure a smooth flow to the day.
Just because your ceremony site is remote, doesn't mean you can't have it all! Pastor Michael is equipped to offer ceremony audio (as an add-on). Set the tone for your ceremony with background music while guests are seated, include the perfect songs for those key moments, and ensure your guests can hear what is being said! No Power Needed & No Noisy Generator!
Pastor Michael's background includes live theatrical productions, so only quality equipment will be utilized! This package includes a professional speaker system and microphones. Be sure to inquire about this opportunity!
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Pastor Mike Newsom
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I'm Pastor Mike, I was ordained into full-time Christian ministry in 2010, I serve full-time at an East Tennessee Church, and have been married for over 12 years. I am more in love with my wife today than the day we were married! Together we have two beautiful children.
I officiated my first wedding, just weeks after my own honeymoon, and have honestly lost count of how many wonderful couples I have had the honor to work with! I pray for true fulfillment in marriage for each couple I meet!
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Couples praise this officiant as warm, professional, and personable. He tailors ceremonies with humor and heart, offers premarital counseling, is responsive and flexible, and handles surprises smoothly. He also ensures paperwork is filed and comes highly recommended.Review photos
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Kayla H
5.0
9/16/2026
Amazing! Highly recommend. Made the process so easy. He picked up on the energy of our group and included great stories that had everyone laughing and enjoying themselves. The cere...
mony was really so great, and I wouldn't have wanted anyone else or to change anything at all. Book this guy!!!
Shawna F
5.0
9/07/2026
Pastor Mike was a delight! Super nice and professional and even though we just met in person that day, it seemed like he knew us our entire lives!
Any questions?
Racheal’niagara M
5.0
8/23/2026
Pastor Michael was an AWESOME CHOICE! Wow!!! He definitely made our big day special! He was on time and brought much wisdom, and knowledge that we will take with us throughout our ...
journey! If you are looking for a genuine pastor that cares, you definitely want to choose him! We laughed, we cried, and at the end my husband and I were joined as one! THANK YOU SO MUCH PASTOR MIKE!!!
Logan H
5.0
5/29/2026
We found Pastor Mike online and reached out to him to officiate our wedding. He was very responsive to our first email, and we quickly set up a zoom call where he walked us through...
the process and got to know what we were looking for. On our big day he was very professional and kept the ceremony light and upbeat, exactly how we wanted it. I could not recommend him more.
Jenny V
5.0
5/23/2026
We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant than Pastor Michael! He did an amazing job keeping the ceremony lighthearted and fun while still making it feel meaningful and special...
. Everything flowed so naturally, and he made us both feel completely comfortable throughout the process. He really took the time to tailor the ceremony exactly to what we wanted, which made it feel personal and authentic to us as a couple. We’re so grateful he was part of our day and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an officiant!
Nicholas M
5.0
5/12/2026
Pastor Mike did an incredible job officiating our wedding. From our very first meeting, he took the time to ask thoughtful questions to truly understand our personalities and the t...
ype of ceremony we envisioned. He captured both my wife’s and my personalities perfectly throughout the ceremony. His energy was outstanding, his lighthearted humor kept our guests smiling and engaged, and his words were heartfelt and beautifully delivered. He made our ceremony feel personal, meaningful, and unforgettable.
Rachel K
5.0
5/08/2026
Pastor Mike officiated our ceremony on May 7th. He did an amazing job and was incredibly thoughtful - there was not a dry eye present. He spent time with us in advance to review ou...
r priorities and wove them throughout the ceremony in an artful way.
Camille O
5.0
3/25/2026
Michael was great to work with, he was great with our plans as well as communication (definitely what you want in a wedding). He did such a good job for us and goes beyond his duti...
es as an officiant , 100% would recommend!
Jaycee W
5.0
3/10/2026
Pastor Mike was amazing!! My husband and I had a destination wedding in Gatlinburg TN and were nervous about finding the right person to officiate the wedding. From the first phone...
call, we knew he would be the right person. The ceremony was absolutely perfect thanks to him!
Kelly H
5.0
2/08/2026
Working with Pastor Michael was like working with someone we knew forever. After reaching out to inquire a bit more about his services, Pastor Michael immediately reached out and s...
et up a meeting. We met for an hour, via a zoom call, he asked many important questions to get to know us and to understand the type of setting we envisioned. Day of our ceremony, in a cabin in the mountains of Sevierville, was perfect. Pastor Michael arrived ahead of time and spent a few minutes with each of us, separately, to confirm any last minute changes. The ceremony was just as we envisioned
Tamera D
5.0
1/30/2026
Pastor Mike was the perfect officiant for our wedding. He created a beautiful, personalized ceremony that truly reflected us as a couple. Having him marry us was especially meaning...
ful since he has officiated multiple weddings in our family, making the day feel even more special.
He is warm, kind, and a true professional. We couldn’t have asked for a better person to marry us and highly recommend him.
Lilly B
5.0
1/15/2026
Pastor Michael was great! We had 2 phone calls for him to get to know us. I was a bit nervous having to use someone we haven't known but we didn't have a choice with our wedding be...
ing almost 7 1/2 hours away from home. He was good as easing my nerves, and he understood what we wanted out of the ceremony. Quick, fun, and symbolic. We looked into a unity ceremony because of his questions, and I am so glad we did! He helped us do a more Christian symbolic hand-fasting, which stems from Celtic tradition. He even linked the symbolism for the Celtic tradition back to our engagement, which was in Ireland. I saw the symbolism in our ceremony as an important factor, despite wanting a quick ceremony. Pastor Michael was able to deliver on everything I wanted out of our ceremony!
Mason M
5.0
1/14/2026
Pastor Mike Newsome was an absolute blessing to us and played such a meaningful role in our wedding at Howe Farms this past November. From the very beginning, he took his time gett...
ing to know us as a couple, not just as clients, but as two people preparing for marriage.
Before the wedding, Pastor Mike offered premarital counseling and was incredibly intentional, thoughtful, and encouraging throughout the process. He created a safe and welcoming space for open conversation and truly invested in us and our future together.
On our wedding day, the ceremony felt personal, heartfelt, and full of love, exactly what we hoped for. It was clear how much care and prayer he put into every word. We received so many compliments from our guests about how beautiful and genuine the ceremony was.
We are beyond grateful for Pastor Mike’s guidance, kindness, and dedication. We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant and would highly recommend him to any couple looking for someone who truly cares about their marriage, not just their wedding day.
Elyse H
5.0
1/09/2026
We could not have been happier to have had Pastor Newsom by our side on our wedding day. He had a wonderful energy, fluid delivery, and worked seamlessly with our pastor for our co...
-officiated ceremony. He was extremely professional and well prepared and made sure his speech was what we were looking for and fit us both. He even rolled with the punches when the wind tried to hamper our unity candle lighting, making sure that we got it done! He was a pleasure to work with and we would HIGHLY recommend him to anyone looking for a pastor and officiant.
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/13/2026
Elyse,
Thank you so much for your very kind words. In the moment, no one wants things to g...
o "wrong" during a ceremony, and the wind certainly was tough that day. But, in hindsight, those little moments are always the things we all laugh about, and they become the stories that live beyond the moment. I am so glad everything came together the way it did and you were both happy with the ceremony. Thanks for trusting me with your wedding, congratulations again!
- Pastor Mike
Yash G
5.0
1/07/2026
Pastor Mike was great! Highly recommend
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/13/2026
Yash,
Thank You! It was a pleasure getting to share your wedding day and celebrate this sp...
ecial moment with you, Catie, and your families! I hope the two of you have a wonderful marriage and if there is ever anything I can do to support the two of you, please let me know! Congrats!
- Pastor Mike
Lisa H
5.0
1/06/2026
Pastor Newsom performed our ceremony in October I highly recommend him!
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/13/2026
Lisa,
Thank you for the recommendation. It was an honor to officiate Rickey's and your wed...
ding ceremony. I am thrilled that the two of you were happy with the ceremony. Your humor and sincerity made this such a special, intimate ceremony. I pray you have a blessed marriage!
- Pastor Mike
Ansley H
5.0
1/06/2026
We heard about Mike through our elopement photographer. He was amazing! Though our ceremony was our first time meeting him, he matched our energy perfectly. Even our family complim...
ented Mike afterwards and talked about how wonderful of a job he did. Cannot recommend him enough!
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/13/2026
Ansley,
Thank you for your very kind words. I am delighted that everything fell into place...
, allowing me the honor of officiating your wedding. It was so much fun to share this moment with you and Corey as you committed your lives to one another. Congratulations!
- Pastor Mike
Alysha S
5.0
1/06/2026
Pastor Mike is wonderful to work with. We wanted to get married in Tennessee (out of state for us) but after some research with seemingly some grey areas in their officiant laws, w...
e wanted to make sure we had a true minister to perform the ceremony. Pastor Mike takes the time to walk you through the process and gave us great confidence from the first conversation. Even during the ceremony we had some unexpected disruptions with some noisy neighbors and he handled them brilliantly. He turned what was the “elephant in the room” during the ceremony into a funny and light hearted one. It eased the tension and turned it into a positively memorable moment instead of what could have been a disappointing one. We would highly recommend!
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/07/2026
Alysha,
Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your experience. Inevitably, wh...
en you need things to be quiet and the atmosphere settled, life throws you a curveball. That said, I am glad we could laugh at the bad timing and move forward with the ceremony, which is one of the many important tools for a successful marriage. It was a pleasure meeting you and your family, and I pray that the new chapter ahead of you is greatly blessed.
- Pastor Mike
Dakota F
5.0
1/06/2026
Pastor Mike was great very professional and made the big day stress free 10/10 recommend he’s quiet funny to this guys great!
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/13/2026
Dakota,
Thank you! I loved how your ceremony was both simplistic and especially meaningful...
as the two of you made this covenant promise to one another. It served as a shinning example that what is truly important in this moment is not really the tangible things, but the promise that you made to one another as you began your marriage. Congratulations!
- Pastor Mike
Dalton B
5.0
1/05/2026
Pastor Mike Newsom was truly the best officiant we could have asked for. From the moment we met him, his excitement and genuine joy for us were so clear. He made everyone feel incr...
edibly welcome and comfortable. He balanced the ceremony perfectly—he was meaningful and sincere, yet knew exactly when to add humor to help my husband and I relax and feel less awkward.
We told him ahead of time that we were nervous, and he went above and beyond to make it feel like it was just the two of us standing up there together. His presence was calming, warm, and reassuring. Even after the ceremony, several guests came up to us to tell us how much they loved him and asked how we found him.
Pastor Mike truly brought our entire wedding together. We would recommend him to anyone and everyone looking for an officiant who is professional, personable, and unforgettable.
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/07/2026
Dalton & Mikayla,
Thank you! You're very kind. I'm truly humbled by the compliments and I ...
am thrilled that you were both so happy with the way your ceremony came together. The love the two of you share is obvious, and I pray it only grows stronger with each year. Congratulations again!
- Pastor Mike
C O
5.0
1/05/2026
We found out about Pastor Mike, on The Knot, and knew right away based on his values that that we wanted him to officiate our wedding! Pastor Mike did an amazing job officiating ou...
r wedding! During the meeting process, he goes over how everything will work and kind of gets an idea on the overall vibe that you’re going for. He was very responsive, he would continuously check in with us and make sure we were still set with the date and time we picked, as well as anything we may want to change about our ceremony. He was very flexible, because we opted for getting married at a cabin we didn’t have a set time right away but he worked with us. During the actual ceremony, Pastor Mike was very attentive, he checked on both My Husband and I to make sure there weren’t any pre-wedding jitters and then mingled with our families until to ceremony started. My Husband and I wanted a very relaxed and God-centered ceremony and Pastor Mike exceeded our expectations, he was quick-witted, kind and it felt like he always had our best interests in mind! Thank you Pastor Mike!
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/07/2026
Ciera,
Thank you so much for your kind words and for leaving a review. It was truly an hon...
or to share in Paul & your ceremony! I pray that the two of you have a blessed marriage and that your journey together is absolutely incredible. I hope you'll share with me as your story unfolds in the years ahead. Congratulations!
- Pastor Mike
Kristen D
5.0
1/05/2026
We had a wonderful experience with Pastor Mike. He was organized, professional, and made our ceremony a special moment to remember.
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/05/2026
Kristen,
Thank you so much! I really appreciate to taking the time to leave a review. It w...
as a pleasure getting to share in your wedding ceremony, and I absolutely loved the little personal touches that truly reflected your faith and relationship. I pray that you and Scott have an incredibly blessed marriage!
- Pastor Mike
Jessie S
5.0
12/15/2025
Pastor Mike was amazing and so easy to work with!!! He did an incredible job officiating our ceremony making our guests laugh, cry, and stay engaged the entire time despite the fre...
ezing weather.
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/01/2026
Jessie,
Thank you so much! It was certainly one of the coldest weddings I have ever been a...
part of, but the obvious love between you and David was undeniable and enough to warm anyone's heart in that moment. Not to mention the view of the snow-capped mountains gave you a rare backdrop for this area! I pray you both have a blessed marriage and new year!
- Pastor Mike
Kelly P
5.0
12/02/2025
Pastor Michael was very personal and friendly. I highly recommend his services to everyone and anyone.
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/01/2026
Kelly,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. It was a pleasure getting ...
to meet your family and officiate your wedding. I hope that you and Nick had a wonderful close to 2025, and that an even better 2026 is ahead!
- Pastor Mike
Tiffany S
5.0
11/11/2025
Pastor Mike is your guy! From start to finish he walked us through all the steps! He counseled us before hand to ensure we have the best shot to a successful marriage! On the weddi...
ng day he made us feel special and comfortable. He included the whole family to make sure no one felt left out.
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/01/2026
Tiffany,
Thank you for leaving a review for others. It was an honor to get to know you and...
Ben better through this process. Fortunately, I know that our story won't end there! If there is ever anything I can do for the two of you, please don't hesitate!
- Pastor Mike
Jessica W
5.0
11/05/2025
Pastor Mike is everything you want in an officiant! By the time we met in person, he felt like family. He’s charming, funny and willing to work with your vision for the ceremony. A...
fter spending time with Pastor Mike, we were tempted to move to Tennessee and join his church!
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/01/2026
Jessica,
Thank you! It was a blessing to be part of you and Trevor's ceremony! Spending ti...
me with the two of you was a special privilege, and Trevor and I certainly have a very similar sense of humor! Thank you for the thoughtful gift bag. My family has just about polished off that honey as well! The view was certainly worth the hike to share in this sacred moment with the two of you, and I pray our paths cross again in the future!
- Pastor Mike
Myah K
5.0
11/03/2025
Pastor Mike was the best officiant for our wedding. He adds meaningful scriptures, humor, and a great personality to his ceremonies. Prior to the wedding, he met separately with th...
e bride and groom to make sure we knew what to do. When we booked him for our wedding, we had a phone call to tell him everything we wanted for our ceremony. He delivered on everything we told him. He also hand delivered our wedding license. Greatly appreciated. We would recommend him to anyone.
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/01/2026
Myah,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It was a gorgeous wedding ceremony,...
and witnessing the way you and Jeff love and care for each other up close was truly special. If you ever come back into the area, I hope that you will make a point to say hello! I pray you have a blessed 2026!
- Pastor Mike
Shelby C
5.0
10/25/2025
Pastor Mike officiated our smoky mountain wedding in Cades Cove this summer. He was exceptional! From the minute we first spoke to him, I knew we were in great hands. Pastor Mike w...
as highly organized, experienced, and professional. I couldn’t recommend him enough.
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/01/2026
Shelby,
Thank you so much for your kind words. Each year, for a variety of reasons, there ...
are specific ceremonies that stand out in my mind, and yours was certainly one of them this year. Between the meaningful faith-centric content, your family's presence, and of course, the bear cub that decided wish you well, it was a memorable day. I pray you are both doing well and that this new year brings many blessings for your family! Congratulations again!
- Pastor Mike
Eric B
5.0
10/23/2025
Pastor Michael was awesome! So glad we found him and were able to have him officiate our vow renewal. Michael really took the time to get to know us, our family, and to make the da...
y special for us. Thank you again Pastor Michael!
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/01/2026
Eric,
Thank you very much! It was my privilege to celebrate your 20th anniversary by offic...
iating your vow renewal. We even managed to get that arbor in the right spot for photos ;) I hope that you and your family are all doing well. I pray that the next 20 years are the best years of your marriage!
- Pastor Mike
Cassidy S
5.0
10/22/2025
We used Pastor Mike through the vendor list from The Magnolia Wedding Venue. We had a few phone calls prior to our wedding to discuss how we wanted our ceremony to go. He was easy ...
to be connected to and very easy to talk to. He was understanding to how religious/not religious, long, and detailed we wanted our ceremony to be. He added custom messages and had us laughing with his own. He even knew to move out of the way during the first kiss without hesitation.
Pastor Mike even had an unexpected event come up on the day of our wedding to which he called us prior to the wedding to communicate. He made us a priority, welcomed us wholeheartedly and officiated our wedding beautifully.
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/01/2026
Cassidy,
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. I hope that you and Bryan are...
both well and enjoying the beginning of a new year together! I am so glad that you were both happy with the way everything came together. If there is ever anything I can do for either of you, please let me know!
- Pastor Mike
Lorie W
5.0
10/22/2025
We feel so blessed that we found Pastor Mike to officiate! He did an outstanding job. He took care of everything and made the ceremony special.
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/01/2026
Lorie,
Thank you very much for leaving this review. It was an honor to officiate at your a...
nd Kenneth's wedding ceremony! It was an absolutely beautiful day on the top of the mountain with you and your family. May you both be blessed richly in this new year! Congratulations again!
- Pastor Mike
Tehya K
5.0
10/22/2025
The best officiant we could’ve asked for! Professional, kind, and so genuine. He made our ceremony feel intimate, full of love, and a little humor! We’re so thankful for Pastor Mik...
e and have met a friend along the way!
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/01/2026
Tehya!
Thank you so much for leaving a review for others to read. I greatly appreciate you...
, Chase, and your families. If either of you ever needs anything, you know I am always a resource for you. I am truly grateful to have met you and pray that 2026 brings many blessings in your lives!
- Pastor Mike
Anna C
5.0
10/22/2025
We had the absolute pleasure of having Pastor Mike Newsom officiate our wedding, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience! From start to finish, he was prompt, responsive, an...
d professional. He took the time to communicate clearly with us beforehand and made sure everything ran smoothly on our big day.
Pastor Mike showed up well-dressed and even color-coordinated perfectly with our wedding theme, such a thoughtful touch! His speech during the ceremony was heartfelt, meaningful, and perfectly captured the tone we wanted for our wedding.
We truly appreciated his calm presence, genuine warmth, and the care he put into making our ceremony so special. We highly recommend Pastor Mike Newsom!
Gisela G
5.0
9/23/2025
We’re so grateful to have had Pastor [Name] officiate our wedding. He was an absolute joy to work with — warm, funny, and full of wisdom. He made the entire process feel comfortabl...
e and personal, and his thoughtful advice on building a strong, lasting marriage really stuck with us. We also appreciated that he took care of submitting our marriage license to the courthouse, which took a big task off our plate. He truly helped make our special day both meaningful and memorable. Highly recommend!
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/02/2026
Gisela,
Thank you! It was great to be part of your wedding ceremony and celebrate with you...
and Flabio! I am thrilled that you were happy with how the ceremony came together. It was encouraging to witness how the two of you handled the less than ideal weather conditions, keep that mindset throughout your marriage and you will weather any storm or challenge that may come your way! Should you ever need any future guidance, please feel free to reach out to me, as I will always be an available resource to you. Congratulations Again!
- Pastor Mike
Ashley H
5.0
9/14/2025
Mike is the absolute best! He made sure our day was exactly what we wanted.
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/02/2026
Ashley,
Thank you so much for taking the time post a review. It was a true pleasure gettin...
g to share in your wedding day! I hope that you both have a blessed marriage and new year! Thanks for trusting me with your ceremony.
- Pastor Mike
Alexus F
5.0
9/02/2025
We found Pastor Michael through our venue. Being out of state, my husband and I were worried about finding the right Pastor to marry us. From the first phone call with Pastor Micha...
el, I knew he was going to be a good one. He was very professional, but made us laugh and made sure we had everything we wanted in our ceremony. For not knowing the man, he did a great job communicating with us and making us feel comfortable on our wedding day. My husband and I highly recommend Pastor Michael.
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 01/02/2026
Alexus,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. I am so happy to know tha...
t you and Zack were happy with the ceremony and that you got exactly what you had envisioned. If there is ever anything I can do to assist the two of you in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out. Congratulations again!
- Pastor Mike
Kendra P
5.0
4/29/2025
Pastor Mike is fantastic! He just married us last week and was really able to put us at ease during the ceremony. We really enjoyed doing premarital counseling with him and cannot ...
recommend him enough!
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 05/20/2025
Kendra,
Thank you so much! I truly appreciate you taking the time to leave a review of you...
r experience with me. It was an honor getting to connect with you and Jacob, learning more about your relationship and officiating your ceremony. I pray that the two of you have a blessed marriage and experience the greatest blessings that this chapter in your lives can bring! I look forward to seeing what the future holds for you and your family!
- Pastor Mike
Catherine C
5.0
1/29/2025
Pastor Mike was an incredible officiant. Not only was the ceremony great, but he was super kind and easy to work with. Highly recommend!
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 02/08/2025
Catherine,
Thank you so much for leaving a review! I was truly honored to officiate you an...
d Brandon's wedding. I have met many couples over the years that have left a lasting impression, but I am grateful that I was able to be part of your ceremony. I pray you have a blessed marriage and that our paths cross again someday.
- Pastor Mike
Zach M
5.0
12/24/2024
Pastor Mike stepped in last minute to save our wedding day as our planned officiant was unable to make it unexpectedly. Pastor Mike created a beautiful ceremony tailored to our wis...
hes and faith. The ceremony was focused on faith while offering breaks for laughter throughout. Pastor Mike has the perfect personality to be apart our anyone’s big day and I could not recommend him more! Thank you for being such an amazing part of our day!
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 12/31/2024
Zach,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review. It was a privilege to of...
ficiate Luna's wedding day; I'm thrilled that you and Nicole could also attend the ceremony! ;) Your wedding was the last I officiated in 2024, and I couldn't have pictured a better way to close the year. I pray the two of you have a blessed marriage, that the road ahead of you is filled with incredible experiences, and that your love for one another grows exponentially each year! Congratulations Again!
- Pastor Mike
Madison C
5.0
12/15/2024
Pastor Mike was THE best of the best! He was so personable, kind, flexible, and really went out of his way to make our day so special. He stayed in contact with us before the weddi...
ng and went over everything as many times as we asked (which was A LOT lol). We could not have asked for a better officiant!!
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 12/16/2024
Madison,
Thank you so much!! Your words are very kind and... a little intimidating. I know...
you and Tyler had some unexpected challenges thrown your way leading up to the ceremony, yet it all came together and made for a beautiful day! It was a pleasure getting to know you both and being part of your ceremony. If there is ever anything I can do for either of you moving forward, please know I am happy to help! I cannot wait to hear the "updates" as your marriage blossoms. Congratulations again!
Micah R
5.0
12/11/2024
Thank you so much pastor Newsom for officiating our wedding! We got married September 21st and our ceremony went beautifully! Thank you, pastor Newsom, for all of the beautiful wor...
ds and making our ceremony so meaningful. I highly recommend pastor Newsom for your wedding; your ceremony will go wonderfully!
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 12/16/2024
Micah,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review; I appreciate it! It was su...
ch a pleasure getting to celebrate with you and Drew. Your loved ones instantly welcomed me like I was part of the family that day, and the two of you were so much fun! Thank you for trusting me with not only the ceremony! Congratulations!
Stephanie V
5.0
12/06/2024
Pastor Mike was great!! His communication was great, he was very accommodating to our wants for the ceremony, and we are very grateful for his ability to play/change the ceremony m...
usic without anyone even recognizing he was controlling it! Pastor Mike promptly returned our marriage license to the courthouse (in person) which is a great plus to ensure that they receive it without any mishaps!
He truly cares about his couples, from ensuring he wore the right color suit/tie to making sure that we knew exactly what to expect without any surprises.
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 12/06/2024
Thank you both so much, I am thrilled you were happy with the ceremony! Working with you t...
o get the details right and being part of your wedding day was a pleasure! I hope our paths cross again someday, and I cannot wait to hear about the milestone moments ahead! If there is ever anything I can do for you in the future, please let me know!
Paige D
5.0
11/21/2024
We absolutely loved having Pastor Michael as our officiant!! He was very attentive and personal. Our ceremony felt traditional yet original. He also was very professional and stepp...
ed out of the first kiss photo —nice move! Overall, if we renew our vows we know exactly who we will choose. Thank you so much Michael for making our special day even more perfect!!
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 11/22/2024
Paige,
Thank you so much! I'm thankful to have been part of your and Tyler's wedding. I am...
glad the ceremony came together perfectly for the two of you! It thrills me to know that you were both satisfied enough to consider having me join you in the future! I hope you have an absolutely blessed marriage, congratulations again!
- Pastor Mike
Madison H
5.0
10/23/2024
We can't thank Pastor Mike enough for being such an integral part of our wedding day. His choice of words, scripture, and the tone he set were exactly what we had hoped for. He mad...
e what can sometimes be the most nerve-wracking part of a wedding feel easy, relaxed, and incredibly special. We are so grateful for his presence and the beautiful ceremony he delivered.
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 10/23/2024
Madison,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review, it is greatly appreciate...
d! It was an absolute honor being part of you and Robert's wedding day at the Trillium. Your love for one another is incredibly obvious, and seeing the excitement and support of your family and friends was really touching. Thanks for trusting me with your wedding ceremony, it was a pleasure creating this picture-perfect day with the two of you. Prayers for a blessed marriage!
- Pastor Mike
Summer H
5.0
10/23/2024
We are so grateful to have had Pastor Mike Newsom officiate our wedding! From our very first meeting to the big day, he was attentive, approachable, and incredibly supportive. He a...
nswered every question we had and made sure we felt comfortable throughout the entire process.
Pastor Mike’s dedication to making our ceremony perfect truly shone through. He stayed in touch with us leading up to the wedding, ensuring that every detail was just right. The ceremony itself was everything we could have dreamed of—beautiful, meaningful, and personalized.
We couldn't have asked for a better pastor to marry us, and we wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for an officiant. Thank you, Pastor Mike, for making our special day unforgettable!
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Brad and Summer Hamblin
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 10/23/2024
Summer & Brad,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! It was such a pleasure and...
a lot of fun to be part of your wedding ceremony. Thank you both for your willingness to serve others, and I pray you have a blessed marriage!
- Pastor Mike
Ashley B
5.0
10/02/2024
Having Pastor Mike for our wedding was one of the best decisions we made! When meeting him for the first time, it feels like you’ve known him forever! He is very personable and pro...
fessional. He took time to listen to our wishes for our ceremony and did an amazing job. So thankful we found him. Thank you Pastor Mike!
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 10/16/2024
Ashley,
Thank you so much for your kindness and for leaving your thoughts for others! It w...
as a true honor to witness this milestone moment in your and Andrew's lives up close. I enjoy doing what I can to make the day special for each couple, so I am thankful you were happy how the ceremony came together. I cannot wait to hear what the future holds for your family!
- Pastor Mike
Jeannette A
5.0
10/01/2024
Mike was amazing and just what we were looking for. He suggested a great place for our simple ceremony. He was funny and real which meant a lot. Keeping Christ in the center was...
important to us and he did just that. We would highly recommend!
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 10/16/2024
Jeannette,
Thank you so much! It was a pleasure meeting you and Ricky, and officiating you...
r ceremony! I loved getting to be part of this sacred moment in your lives, and getting to know you both better! It was hard to say our "goodbyes" after! I hope that you will come back and visit on your next trip to the area!
- Pastor Mike
Cadence H
5.0
9/26/2024
Pastor Mike is incredible! He was our officiant for our wedding in the Smoky Mountains and all I can say is wow! We loved having him marry us. He is so kind, professional, has a wa...
rmth to him that makes you feel like you’ve known him your whole life! From the beginning he talks you through the ceremony process and is very helpful with questions and providing resources. The cherry on top was how nicely he came dressed to match our attire. My now husband and I cannot stop talking about how great he was. Everyone loved him. If you need an officiant, look no further than Pastor Mike. Trust us!!
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 10/16/2024
Cadence,
Thank you so much! I meant what I said that day, you and Matthew remind me a lot ...
of my wife and I when we were married. It was a true blessing to be part of your wedding day! I cannot wait to hear what adventures lay ahead of you both in the years to come! Congratulations!
- Pastor Mike
Anne J
5.0
9/24/2024
Pastor Newsome was an exceptional officiant who brought a wonderful sense of humor and a personal touch to our ceremony. Living out of town, we were initially worried about finding...
the right person in Sevierville, but from our first conversation with him, his warmth and approachability put us at ease. He was a joy to work with—responsive, punctual, friendly, and professional. He also accommodated all our unique requests, making our ceremony perfect for us. Our guests were captivated by his engaging presence, and we received numerous compliments on our choice of officiant. I highly recommend him to any couple looking for a fantastic officiant.
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 05/20/2025
Anne,
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with others! I am grateful that you were so plea...
sed with the ceremony! I can only imagine the stress you felt getting the details together when you weren't in the area, but it all came together and made for a beautiful day. Thank you for trusting me with your wedding, and know that if you ever need anything, please know I am always here!
- Pastor Mike
Alli B
5.0
9/19/2024
Pastor Mike was absolutely amazing! He came for our rehearsal dinner and walked us through everything which was a huge relief because we didn't have a wedding planner. On the day o...
f the wedding he was amazing as well! We had multiple wedding guests come up to us after the ceremony letting us know how important his words were to us that day and even that it was a great reminder for them to hear as well as already married individuals. Such a fantastic experience working with him and would absolutely recommend him to anyone in the Gatlinburg, TN area!
Response from Pastor Michael Newsom on 09/25/2024
Alli,
Thank you so much for taking the time and leaving a review! It's not every day I'm a...
lso the "wedding planner". It was such a pleasure spending the time with you and Jake, and of course, being part of your big day! Thanks for trusting me to make your dream day ceremony happen.
Pastor Mike
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