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Sensational Ceremonies is a business based in Tampa, FL, that offers wedding officiation services.
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Officiants from Sensational Ceremonies are consistently praised as warm, professional, and organized. They craft personalized, heartfelt ceremonies, guide rehearsals, handle paperwork, and offer premarital counseling, making planning seamless. Guests frequently commented on how meaningful the ceremonies felt and strongly recommend their services.Review photos
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Donna K
5.0
6/27/2026
I just wanna thank Rick and Tammy for what an awesome job they did. They made this process so effortless. It was a beautiful day and they made our dream come true to be married on ...
the beach. They were so wonderful to work with. I recommend them highly To everyone!!
Kate B
5.0
6/25/2026
We had a wonderful experience with Rev. Rick! He worked with us to craft a ceremony that felt incredibly special and unique to us, and was so kind and supportive throughout the pro...
cess. So many of our guests commented on how genuine and authentic our wedding felt, and we know that was due to the expert guidance of Rev. Rick!
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Lauren B
5.0
6/23/2026
Rev. Rick Lackore was amazing! He was the best officiant that we could have asked for. Our wedding ceremony was exactly what we envisioned. We loved that he spent so much time with...
us at the rehearsal so that we were prepared for the wedding day. We could tell that he really cared about us and our ceremony. I cannot recommend Rev. Rick enough!
Tyler C
5.0
6/15/2026
We loved working with Pastor Chris! He was kind, sweet and super helpful through the process. We also did two counseling sessions with him beforehand and found that super valuable!...
Chris M
5.0
6/02/2026
Pastor Chris was fantastic from start to finish. From our first zoom meeting to our wedding day, he made the process super easy and would highly recommend. A very kind, well spoken...
, and genuine person who more than delivered for us.
Allison C
5.0
5/30/2026
Pastor Chris Thomas was an absolute pleasure to work with and played such an important role in making our wedding day special. From our very first interaction, he was incredibly fr...
iendly, personable, and easy to talk to. He took the time to get to know us as a couple, which made our ceremony feel meaningful, genuine, and personal.
On the wedding day, Pastor Chris was professional, organized, and helped everything run smoothly. His warm personality immediately put us at ease, and many of our guests commented on how wonderful he was.
One thing we especially appreciated was how efficient he was throughout the entire process. He promptly handled and filed our marriage license for us, and we received our official license back in about two weeks. It was one less thing for us to worry about during an already busy time.
We are so grateful to Pastor Chris for helping make our wedding day memorable and stress-free. We highly recommend him to any couple looking for an officiant who is kind, professional, reliable, and truly invested in making your ceremony special.
Karen S
5.0
5/24/2026
From the very first conversation to the moment we said “I do,” Rev. Rick Lackore brought such warmth, professionalism, and genuine care to our wedding day. Your words were heartfel...
t, personal, and beautifully captured our love story in a way that meant so much to us!
So many of our guests commented on how touching and meaningful the ceremony was. Thank you for creating such a special atmosphere and for helping make one of the most important moments of our lives absolutely unforgettable. We are beyond grateful and highly recommend you to any couple looking for an officiant who truly goes above and beyond!
Patricia R
5.0
5/18/2026
Rev. Rick from Sensational Ceremonies officiated our April 2026 wedding in Clearwater Beach, FL and we couldn’t have asked for someone better! He was kind, professional, and very d...
etail-oriented. Rev. Rick helped us plan a beautiful wedding ceremony that was customized exactly how he wanted it. Our guests are still talking about how beautiful our ceremony was and we owe it all to Rev. Rick! To anyone getting married in the Tampa, FL area, you won’t find anyone better to officiate your wedding. My husband and I are so grateful we found him. Thank you so much Rev. Rick!!
Ryder L
5.0
5/16/2026
Rev Rick and sensation ceremonies was great.
Greta value, awesome vows to choose from, Rick handled everything like a pro.
100% recommend
Greg P
5.0
5/05/2026
Reverend Rick Lackore was amazing to work with. From start to finish he was professional, caring, and sincere. He helped make our ceremony very meaningful and beautiful. We couldn’...
t be happier with Reverend Rick and how our special day turned out.
Chad E
5.0
5/04/2026
Rick was awesome and exactly what we were hoping for. He was attentive, easy to talk with in the process, and knew exactly what we wanted to accomplish with the ceremony. Highly re...
commend, thanks again for making the day special, Rick! - Chad and Sarah
Katelyn A
5.0
5/04/2026
Rev. Rick was absolutely incredible, and we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect person to lead our ceremony. From the very beginning, he made us feel comfortable, heard, and gen...
uinely cared for.
On the day of the wedding, everything was seamless. Rev. Rick’s presence was warm, calm, and confident—exactly what we needed in such an emotional moment. The ceremony struck the perfect balance between heartfelt and lighthearted. I truly feel like he created a ceremony perfectly made for us.
We truly feel honored to have had him be part of such an important moment in our lives. If you’re looking for someone who is professional, kind, and able to create a ceremony that feels uniquely “you,” we can’t recommend Rev. Rick enough.
Allie B
5.0
4/29/2026
We truly couldn’t have imagined our wedding day without Pastor Chris Thomas. From the very beginning, he took the time to really get to know us and curated a ceremony that felt com...
pletely personal and true to who we are. Every detail reflected our vision perfectly. He even went as far as coordinating his wardrobe to match the tone and style of our day, which was such a thoughtful and unique touch.
Planning from New York could have been stressful, but he made the entire process feel effortless. He listened to every request, was incredibly kind and patient, and was always just an email away whenever we had questions or ideas. His warmth and genuine care made us feel so supported throughout.
The ceremony itself was everything we dreamed of and more—heartfelt, meaningful, and beautifully delivered. We are so grateful for the role he played in making our day so special. We would recommend him to anyone without hesitation.
Ciara O
5.0
4/28/2026
Reverend Rick was a wonderful wedding officiant. He is very organized and professional and always responded timely throughout the process. He provides you with a set of sample word...
s from different ceremonies, and then you can pick and choose which words you like so that he can craft the perfect ceremony for you! We liked the fact that we had choices of words/intros/sample readings, but also that Rev. Rick made sure it all flowed seamlessly.
Michelle S
5.0
4/24/2026
Chuck O Connor was our OFFICANT for our wedding in Tennessee at the Magnolia Venue on April 21,2026 and he was incredible. So warm and kind and his words were breathtaking. He was ...
very organized and helpful during the whole process from doing marriage counseling with him to marrying us at the altar. Highly recommend if you’re in Tennessee reach out to Chuck for your wedding.
Garrett R
5.0
4/20/2026
We had a perfect ceremony with Dr. Paul Jackson! We loved how Sensational Ceremonies had something prepared for us to work on to make our ceremony just how we wanted it. Anytime I ...
had a question or wanted to discuss anything Dr. Paul was available. We would highly reccomend Sensational Ceremonies.
Megan S
5.0
4/03/2026
We very much enjoyed picking and working with Rick. He was very thorough, thoughtful and professional and made it very easy on us. He was very organized and kept everyone on point...
and on time the day of. Highly recommend!
Stephen S
5.0
3/31/2026
We had the pleasure of working with Rev Rick, he was very professional and did a great job for us throughout the entire process. Easy to reach and great job.
Emily K
5.0
3/28/2026
Pastor Chris was so amazing to work with both before the wedding on counseling and during the rehearsal/wedding itself. He’s lighthearted and funny (which was exactly what I needed...
during wedding stressies) but also takes marriage seriously and was genuinely invested in the success of our relationship entering into marriage and maintaining it long term.
He also has a really lovely voice that sounds great on our wedding video 😂
I would absolutely recommend Pastor Chris to any engaged couple looking for an officiant and marriage counselor!
Anthony C
5.0
3/16/2026
Our wedding ceremony officiated by Rick Lackore was truly one of the most meaningful and memorable moments of our lives. From the very beginning, Rick brought a calm, professional,...
and heartfelt presence that immediately put both of us at ease. Planning a wedding can be stressful, but Rick made the entire ceremony process feel smooth, organized, and personal.
Rick took the time to get to know us as a couple and thoughtfully incorporated elements of our relationship into the ceremony. The way he spoke about commitment, partnership, and the journey of marriage made the moment feel authentic and deeply personal, rather than scripted. Our family and guests repeatedly mentioned how powerful and genuine the ceremony felt.
What stood out most was Rick’s ability to balance warmth, professionalism, and a touch of humor. He guided us through each step of the ceremony clearly, ensuring everything flowed naturally while still keeping the emotional weight of the moment intact. The pacing, tone, and delivery were perfect.
For anyone looking for an officiant who truly cares about the couple and the experience of the ceremony, we highly recommend Rick Lackore. He helped make our wedding day unforgettable, and we are incredibly grateful that he was the one to marry us.
— Anthony & Lindsay Conway
Lauren T
5.0
3/15/2026
We had a great experience with Rev Rick! He took the time to get to know us and our personalities before our big day. Our ceremony was personalized and fun, and it all went very sm...
oothly. Rev Rick listened to our wants and needs and procured the perfect nuptials just for us. We are so glad we chose Sensational Ceremonies as our officiant!
Mary Anna W
5.0
3/06/2026
We got married in November 2025, and Chuck O'Connor was absolutely wonderful to work with and played such a special role in our wedding day!
From our very first FaceTime conversat...
ion, it was clear he truly cared about getting to know us. He didn’t just show up to officiate - he invested time in learning our story, our personalities, and what mattered most to us. That intentionality made all the difference.
He helped us craft a ceremony that felt personal and meaningful, and he delivered it so naturally that many of our friends and family assumed we had known him for years. We had multiple guests comment on how genuine and heartfelt the ceremony felt, and that was entirely because of Chuck.
He also made the entire marriage license process incredibly easy. He clearly walked us through what we needed to do beforehand, took all the guesswork out of it, and after the ceremony he handled submitting everything for us. We didn’t have to stress about paperwork or next steps. He took care of it all. That level of professionalism and follow-through gave us so much peace of mind.
He is kind, personable, reliable, and has such a calming presence. Standing up there with him felt comfortable and easy, which is exactly what you want in such an important moment.
We’re so thankful he married us and would recommend him without hesitation!
Aly and Adam M
5.0
1/31/2026
We couldn’t have asked for a better experience with Rick at The Don CeSar. From start to finish, he was incredibly easy to work with. He was so professional and genuinely kind. Eve...
ry detail was thoughtfully handled, which allowed us to truly relax and be present for our elopement. The ceremony felt personal, seamless, and perfectly suited to the setting. Knowing everything was taken care of made the day completely stress-free and unforgettable. We’re so grateful and highly recommend him to any couple looking for a beautiful, effortless ceremony.
Georgiana F
5.0
1/28/2026
Working with Rick was truly seamless. He was incredibly organized, always available to answer our questions, and made the entire process feel easy and collaborative. The ceremony f...
elt authentically us as a couple, which meant so much. Afterward, so many of our guests commented on how much they enjoyed the way he led the ceremony. We are so grateful for everything he did to make our day special. Thank you, Rick!
Casey D
5.0
1/27/2026
Pastor Chris Thomas was amazing. From our first interaction, he was kind, professional, and easy to work with. He made our ceremony personal and heartfelt. We highly recommend Chri...
s and Sensational Ceremonies West Coast.
Julissa Eunice B
5.0
1/20/2026
Pastor Chris was truly extraordinary to work with. As a very nervous bride, I cannot express how calming and reassuring his presence was. From the moment we met him, he made us fee...
l comfortable, supported, and confident every step of the way. He truly made our wedding day incredibly special and meaningful.
We also completed pre-marital counseling with Pastor Chris, which helped us grow both individually and as a couple. His guidance, wisdom, and genuine care strengthened our relationship in ways we will always be grateful for.
Pastor Chris is not only our wedding officiant — he will now be our pastor for life and a dear friend. We wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for someone who leads with faith, kindness, and authenticity.
Paige G
5.0
1/07/2026
Pastor Thomas was absolutely amazing - from the very start, he truly made an effort to get to know us and helped us create a ceremony felt like “us.” On our wedding day, the ceremo...
ny felt so authentic and comfortable. We even had multiple guests come up to us afterward to say how meaningful the ceremony felt and how great our officiant was! We’re so grateful to have had someone who helped make such a special moment feel genuine and memorable.
Jessica H
5.0
1/06/2026
I want to preface this review by noting I have been a wedding vendor myself for 16 years, and as a bride I knew exactly who I wanted to officiate my wedding ceremony. Rev Rick was ...
the very first vendor I wanted to contact about my wedding and started the process as soon as possible. You can be rest assured every detail will be thought out, every word well spoken, and every part of planning made easy.
Absolutely loved the easy process with Sensational Ceremonies and we are still hearing compliments about the ceremony from family a month later!
Richard S
5.0
1/05/2026
Dr. Paul Jackson is a professional and courteous officiant who handled our special day with great care. I definitely recommend him to officiate your wedding.
Jamie W
5.0
1/03/2026
Reverend Rick was an absolute joy to work with and the perfect addition to our wedding day. From the very beginning, he was kind, professional, and incredibly easy to talk to. His ...
warmth and humor made our ceremony feel personal, relaxed, and genuinely joyful, while still keeping it meaningful and heartfelt.
He struck the perfect balance between sincerity and lightheartedness, which put us (and our guests!) completely at ease. So many people commented on how beautiful and engaging the ceremony was, and that’s entirely thanks to Reverend Rick. We are so grateful to have had him be part of such an important moment in our lives and couldn’t recommend him more highly.
Tricia L
5.0
1/01/2026
Dr. Paul Jackson was a wonderful officiant who allowed us to create a unique ceremony to our liking! He was very flexible and communicated with us well even when we were far away f...
rom Daytona, where we got married. He helped create a fun and relaxed environment and we are glad he was part of our ceremony!
Andrea M
5.0
12/31/2025
Reverend Rick was a great officiant for our wedding. He was very knowledgeable and helped us through each part of the ceremony planning process. And most importantly, Rev. Rick m...
ade us feel relaxed at our ceremony knowing that he would guide us through.
Caitlin W
5.0
12/19/2025
We are so happy that Reverend Rick was able to guide us into the most important commitment of our lives, our marriage. He is so personable and special, he truly made the experience...
of preparing for and getting married so easy. You can really tell that he loves love, and is so wonderful at his job. We are so thankful to him for marrying us - he was really the best!
Taylor R
5.0
12/03/2025
We are so thankful for and appreciative of Dr. Paul Jackson for officiating our wedding last month in Orlando! Not only was Paul very professional, he was also extremely kind and d...
own to earth. He made sure that we had a beautiful ceremony that was both lighthearted and very meaningful. Our ceremony included some of our family members, and he allowed space for everyone that we wanted to have involved. We will forever be grateful that he was a part of our day as it was one of the most important days of our entire life!
Renee S
5.0
11/05/2025
Rev. Rick is incredible! From start to finish, he made sure every detail of our ceremony was just right. He gave us so many wonderful options and guided us through everything with ...
care and enthusiasm. Our rehearsal was super helpful, and on our wedding day, everything went perfectly. Everyone adored him! Definitely a 5-star experience! Highly recommended!!!
Darrin F
5.0
10/31/2025
Want to thank Rev. Rick for a marvelous ceremony. He also helped us with the rehearsal the day before and made sure that went smooth as well! The day of, he was punctual and had gr...
eat energy. You can tell he really believes in his work!
We thank you for being apart of our special day!
Lauren N
5.0
10/26/2025
We are so thankful for Reverend Rick! He helped make our wedding dreams come true. The ceremony was perfect, and all of our family and friends were so impressed. We really apprecia...
te how he worked with us to come up with a genuine and personalized ceremony. We also really enjoyed our premarital sessions with him, not only getting to know him but all the different things we took away from each session and will carry the rest of our lives. He also made the whole process enjoyable, even with the logistics of getting the official marriage certificate and being on top of everything (including rehearsal). We would highly recommend Reverend Rick and are so grateful for him!
Hanna A
5.0
10/23/2025
Rick officiated our wedding in April 2025, he is professional, easy to work with and made our ceremony fun and memorable. Thank you Rick!!
Ashley F
5.0
10/21/2025
Reverend Rick did an amazing job from start to finish. From our first consultation with Rev Rick we could tell he truly cared about making our day special, from there he worked wit...
h us to create a personalized ceremony. On our wedding weekend he attended and helped facilitate our rehearsal and of course made sure our wedding day went smoothly and our marriage license was submitted. He truly paid attention to every little detail to make sure things and we were taken care. I truly couldn't have asked for anyone better to officiate our wedding and be a part of our day.
Phil & Holly K
5.0
10/19/2025
Reverend Rick was wonderful. Our wedding was held at Sand Key Beach. Our Blessing of the Rings was absolutely beautiful! Very responsive with questions. Would definitely recommend!
Lillian S
5.0
9/19/2025
Rev O'Connor made the officiating process so amazing for our wedding. After having different plans for a family member to officiate fell through, we reached out to Chuck a little o...
ver a month before our wedding. We spent an hour on a zoom call getting to know one another. He responded to all our questions we had leading up to the wedding and even gave us some special ceremony ideas. He made our wedding ceremony so special and personable like we had known him for years. He made sure to send off our marriage certificate as well so we didn’t have to worry about extra steps. Incredible experience from start to finish and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him for your wedding in the East Tennessee area!
Cameron S
5.0
9/17/2025
Rev. Rick officiated our wedding on August 30th at the Marriott on Water Street in Tampa, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the very beginning, he was so per...
sonable, kind, and genuine—it felt like we had known him for years. He went above and beyond to calm our nerves, make sure we felt prepared, and guide us through every step. On our wedding day, he created a beautiful ceremony that flowed seamlessly and reflected us perfectly. We are beyond grateful to have had him as part of our day and would recommend him to anyone looking for not just an officiant, but someone who truly cares about making your wedding meaningful and unforgettable.
Stephanie L
5.0
9/01/2025
We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant for our wedding. From the very beginning, Rick made us feel supported, understood, and truly cared for. They took the time to get to k...
now us as a couple and crafted a ceremony that was personal, meaningful, and completely “us.”
Catherine T
5.0
8/26/2025
Pastor Chris was truly the best! He was so kind and made the process so easy for us! He made us feel so comfortable and calm during the vows!
Michael F
5.0
8/20/2025
We are beyond grateful to have had Rev. Rick officiate our wedding. From our very first meeting, he brought a calming presence, genuine kindness, and a deep sense of care for makin...
g our ceremony personal and meaningful. He took the time to get to know us, listened to our story, and worked with us to craft a ceremony that truly reflected who we are as a couple.
On the day of the wedding, Rev. Rick was an absolute professional—poised, heartfelt, and warm. His words touched us and our guests deeply, and many people commented afterward on how beautiful and thoughtful the ceremony was. He struck the perfect balance of sincerity, spirituality, and light-heartedness.
We couldn’t have asked for a better person to lead us into this new chapter of our lives. Thank you, Rev. Rick, for helping make our day so special and unforgettable. We will always cherish the memories of that moment, and your part in it.
Sarah C
5.0
8/15/2025
We found Reverend Rick through our venue, Oxford Exchange. We originally wanted family to marry us but I am so happy we chose to go with Rick. After meeting him, we immediately fel...
t like he was the right choice with his organization and professionalism. On the day he delivered the ceremony everything felt so personal, as he if had known us for many years. He guided us through the ceremony and helped ease our nerves. I could not recommend Reverend Rick more!
Jocelyn G
5.0
8/13/2025
We cannot thank Rev. Rick enough for the most beautiful ceremony. He made it everything we wanted and more. We were so impressed with his communication leading up to the wedding da...
y. Rev. Rick walked us through every step and was such a calming presence for me leading up to the ceremony. Our families couldn’t stop talking about what an amazing job he did. We are so blessed to have found him!
Jessica C
5.0
7/21/2025
Rick was one of the best parts of our wedding! He was kind, punctual, and truly made everything run smoothly. When our coordinator was an hour late to the rehearsal, Rick stepped u...
p without hesitation and led us through the entire thing. He went above and beyond, and I can't recommend him enough—1000 times over! Thank you so much, Rick!
Sara W
5.0
7/06/2025
We couldn’t have asked for a better person to officiate our elopement ceremony than Reverend Rick. From the moment we met him, he was warm, friendly, and incredibly professional. H...
e made us feel completely at ease and brought such a calm, joyful energy to our special day. The ceremony was heartfelt, beautifully delivered, and truly personal — exactly what we had hoped for. We’re so grateful to Reverend Rick for making our elopement in Tampa feel so meaningful and memorable. Highly recommend!
Ashley S
5.0
6/26/2025
Reverend Rick did an absolutely wonderful job officiating our wedding. He was great from start to finish. We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant. We’re incredibly grateful t...
o have had him play such an important role on our big day. Thank you Rev. Rick for making our wedding unforgettable.
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