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Marion Officiants + Premarital Counseling

Reverend James

Professional wedding officiant
5 out of 5 stars and 4 reviews
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Marion, IA
Eastern IA, Western Illinois, &Wisconsin
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5.0
Praised by couples for:
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Seasoned Professional
We called upon Reverend James at the last minute and he still was able to help up despite such short notice. We planned for something quick and easy with just us and our two witnesses. When our second witness seemed like they wouldn’t show up, James offered to bring his wife in her place. Both of our witnesses ended up showing up, but the offer he made was very nice. He was funny and even gifted us some nice commemorative items. We would highly recommend him and can’t thank him enough!
Paxton W.
5.0
Great communication and wonderful ceremony. 
Jill K.
5.0
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About this vendor

Choose Reverend James, located in Cedar Rapids, IA, as your officiant on your wedding day. This seasoned professional has been marrying couples for around two decades years, with hundreds of weddings officiated. He goes beyond what's expected in order to provide a dream wedding, which is like the one that you have been dreaming about since 6th grade. Reverend James is happy to craft bespoke ceremonies, assist with adventure elopements, and help with cultural and themed weddings. This pastor's services include a fictitious license, which was created in the early 1900s. Additionally, he has a Bed & Breakfast available for small weddings. The officiant is willing to travel to your house or any location that you choose to conduct your ceremony. He really does care about your wedding and wants it to be the wedding that everyone that goes to the wedding afterward saying, "That was a great wedding, WOW!"
26+ years in business
Speaks English
Just me
Details
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Religious Affiliations
Christian
Spiritual
Wedding Activities
Wedding
Ceremony
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Reverend James Condit
Owner
Professional wedding Officiant
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
4 reviews
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The officiant was praised for excellent communication, flexibility, and accommodating last-minute needs, even offering a substitute witness. Reviewers highlighted a personalized, joyful ceremony, great pacing, and thoughtful touches like commemorative gifts. Overall, guests highly recommend him.
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11/11/2024
Rev. James did a wonderful job at our wedding and made it so so special. Highly recommend!
Response from Reverend James on 06/20/2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a true joy to be part of your special day. I...
’m honored to have played a role in such a meaningful moment in your lives. Wishing you both endless love and happiness! – Rev. James
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6/21/2026
We called upon Reverend James at the last minute and he still was able to help up despite such short notice. We planned for something quick and easy with just us and our two witnes...
ses. When our second witness seemed like they wouldn’t show up, James offered to bring his wife in her place. Both of our witnesses ended up showing up, but the offer he made was very nice. He was funny and even gifted us some nice commemorative items. We would highly recommend him and can’t thank him enough!
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1/01/2026
Great communication and wonderful ceremony. 
AvatarL
4/30/2025
Pastor James was awesome! From the moment we met him we knew he was a great fit for us and our family. He performed our ceremony exactly how we wanted it and with his amazing o li...
e process we got to choose every detail. He was great at moving at our pace and brought so much joy to our day. Thank you Pastor James!!!
Response from Reverend James on 06/20/2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! It was truly an honor to be part of your special day...
. I'm so glad the online planning process helped make things easier and allowed you to customize everything just the way you envisioned. Wishing you both a lifetime of love, laughter, and blessings! – Pastor James

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300 East Main Street, Marion, IA
300 East Main Street, Marion, IA
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Eastern IA, Western Illinois, &Wisconsin
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