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Christian Wedding Officiant & Premarital Counselor
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My husband is active duty in the Navy which is was initially caught my attention as Jeff is a retired Navy Chaplain. My family is religious and I wanted my wedding to reflect that. Jeff was very supportive from the start. He met with my husband and I the first time and we did a run through as well as the second time about a week before the wedding. I felt very prepared and knew what to expect day of the wedding. I couldn’t have asked for any better. My family loved his message and he quoted one of my favorite verses about love without knowing. He knows what he is doing and he does it well. Even with little hiccups (caused by us not him) he moves right through them and no one noticed. I was running behind schedule but eased all the nerves as we were running on island time and that was very true. He is a true professional and I would recommend him to everyone. Would give 100 stars if I could.
Ninel P.
5.0
Jeff was absolutely incredible! Coming from a bride who hadn't attending a wedding in my adult life - I didn't know what to expect at all, and that made the ceremony very nerve wracking to think about. Jeff made sure I felt in control and confident through every step. Jeff was personable, friendly and very professional. I would recommend him to any of my friends in the area without a second thought. Thank you so much!
Madison E.
5.0
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Hi, I'm Rev. Dr. Jeff Saville, (call me Jeff) a retired Navy chaplain with 26 yrs military service and real church pastor (not just ordained online). One of my greatest joys as a wedding officiant is to help couples celebrate their love and commitment in fun and meaningful wedding ceremonies all over Southern California and beyond to wherever you buy me a plane ticket. I can lead a highly customized, super-personalized wedding ceremony indoors or out, at a winery or golf club, on the beach, on a military base or in a hot air balloon! Or if you just need to be quickly and legally married very inexpensively, I can help that way also! When you contact me you will very quickly receive detailed information, a sample and highly customizable ceremony with your names already embedded, and I'll offer times for a free consultation by phone or videocall. I can answer questions about levels of service (Gold, Silver and Bronze) and the various fees, OPTIONAL Premarital Counseling and more!
WHAT MAKES ME DIFFERENT
My military background enables me to lead large groups of people with confidence and understand to serve couples from many different Christian faith backgrounds (Roman Catholic, Protestants of all types). Every ceremony has faith-based elements, but we can dial that up or down based on your preference, and include special elements like writing your own vows, a sand or wine-blending ceremony, and much more. I can also conduct portions of the ceremony in Spanish even German!
For full-scale weddings, I invite couples to my home in Temecula to meet in person and have a mini-rehearsal, just the 3 of us, to practice the movements and say some of the words so you know which way to face, when to hand off flowers, when to kiss, all the things. Couples feel so much more relaxed and comfortable knowing what will happen and that I will whisper soft cues to you during the ceremony so you don't have to remember anything but just follow my lead. After the ceremony, I will provide you with a souvenir (non-legal) marriage certificate and the full script of your ceremony to have as keepsakes.
PLEASE BE SURE to include your venue (or at least the city if you're still hunting for a venue), your future spouse's first name and the date of your ceremony. Phone number is really helpful too. Then I can give you the most precise quote for service and fee. Contact me today! You can reach me by Wedding Wire msg, email SoCalChristianWeddings@yahoo.com or voice/text from 9am-9pm at 951-234-6538. What questions can I answer to help you reserve the date?
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- Rev. Dr. Jeff SavilleOwnerHi, I'm Reverend Doctor Jeff Saville (call me Jeff!) and I have a passion for helping couples express their love and commitment for each other in a celebration that recognizes the importance of God in their relationship. Originally from SoCal, I have earned bachelors, masters and doctoral degrees, all in the field of ministry. I have served as a pastor for various churches and as a Navy chaplain for 26 yrs (now retired from the Navy). I've been married to the love of my life, Rebecca, since 1988 and together we have three grown children thriving in their own lives.
- Rebecca SavilleOfficiantHi, when my husband Jeff is booked, I also serve as a professional orddained officiant. I've led weddings over the last five years in venues large and small in San Diego, Los Angeles, Palm Springs and of course near our Temecula home in Temecula Wine Country. Like Jeff, I also offer Premarital Relationship Coaching, which I am able to do since my work during the week is as a psychotherapist. I lead highly customizable weddings with the same format as Jeff, only with a feminine voice. It would be a privilege to serve you--contact us today!
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Reviewers rave about a Christian officiant who is professional, organized, and deeply personal. He provides thorough planning with video calls and mini-rehearsals, offers photo/timing guidance, and tailors meaningful ceremonies. Many praise his warmth, calming presence, and willingness to go above and beyond.Review photos
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Linden H
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5.0
4/02/2025
Jeff was the perfect officiant for our wedding! From the very start, he was professional, punctual, and incredibly detail-oriented. He took the time to ensure every aspect of our c...
eremony was exactly how we envisioned it.
What truly set Jeff apart was his ability to engage with the audience. He spoke with warmth, confidence, and the perfect touch of personality, making our ceremony feel so special and heartfelt. His presence was calming, and he delivered our vows beautifully, making the moment unforgettable.
If you’re looking for an officiant who is reliable, eloquent, and truly invested in making your wedding ceremony meaningful, Jeff is the one! We couldn’t have asked for a better person to marry us.
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 04/03/2025
Linden, thank you for your incredible review! It was my honor to be part of your unforgett...
able day at Ethereal Gardens. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to create a personalized ceremony for you and Eric that reflected your vision and I really enjoyed getting to know you. Your words inspire me to continue offering warmth, professionalism, and genuine care in every wedding I officiate! Many blessings for a lifetime of married happiness under God! Jeff
Ninel P
5.0
5/03/2026
My husband is active duty in the Navy which is was initially caught my attention as Jeff is a retired Navy Chaplain. My family is religious and I wanted my wedding to reflect that....
Jeff was very supportive from the start. He met with my husband and I the first time and we did a run through as well as the second time about a week before the wedding. I felt very prepared and knew what to expect day of the wedding. I couldn’t have asked for any better. My family loved his message and he quoted one of my favorite verses about love without knowing. He knows what he is doing and he does it well. Even with little hiccups (caused by us not him) he moves right through them and no one noticed. I was running behind schedule but eased all the nerves as we were running on island time and that was very true. He is a true professional and I would recommend him to everyone. Would give 100 stars if I could.
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Madison E
5.0
4/26/2026
Jeff was absolutely incredible! Coming from a bride who hadn't attending a wedding in my adult life - I didn't know what to expect at all, and that made the ceremony very nerve wra...
cking to think about. Jeff made sure I felt in control and confident through every step. Jeff was personable, friendly and very professional. I would recommend him to any of my friends in the area without a second thought. Thank you so much!
Jessica B
5.0
12/27/2025
We hired Jeff through The Knot for our intimate beach wedding, and we couldn’t be happier with how perfectly everything came together. From our first conversation, Jeff was warm, p...
rofessional, and incredibly easy to communicate with. His pricing was very fair — especially considering he met us right at the beach and customized a ceremony that felt personal and meaningful to us.
Even though our wedding was very small with just a few people, Jeff made it feel truly special. He took the time to understand what we envisioned and delivered a short, sweet ceremony that felt heartfelt and genuine — like he had known us for years.
One thing we loved (and something we didn’t even expect!) was how well Jeff knew the area. He helped us time everything just right with the sunset and even tossed out some fun photo ideas that made our pictures come out incredible. It was like having an officiant and a mini-local guide/creative director all in one — which definitely gave us a good laugh!
If you’re looking for someone who is kind, punctual, thoughtful, and willing to go above and beyond to make your moment unforgettable, Jeff is absolutely the one to book. We are so grateful for him and would recommend him 100% to any couple planning their special day.
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 12/30/2025
Hi Jessica and Alex, it was a delight to meet you both and thank you for the very gracious...
review! It was such a fun day and we lucked out with the weather, and I'm glad you liked the photos I sent you. Many blessings for a lifetime of married happiness under God!
JakeBryan B
5.0
10/12/2025
Working with Jeff was truly a wonderful experience. From our very first call, he made us feel completely at ease and genuinely listened to everything we envisioned for our ceremony...
. Knowing he’s a retired Navy Chaplain made it even more special. Jeff stayed in touch throughout the entire process, guided us with care, and made our day feel joyful and meaningful. We’re so grateful for his role in such an important moment in our lives and wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a warm, honest, and heartfelt officiant.
Kelsi B
5.0
10/01/2025
Rev. Dr. Jeff did an amazing job officiating our wedding this September! He truly captured what we wanted to have on our special day. Jeff was tentative, professional, and overall ...
wonderful to work with. It was a huge help doing video calls to go over all the details, as well as the meeting with him in person at his residence to practice and review everything. Jeff made sure that our entire wedding party, parents, and grandparents knew what to do and when to do it on wedding day. He eased so much stress for us! Not only did we think the ceremony he led was beautiful, but we have heard from a ton of our guests how they absolutely loved it! We would HIGHLY recommend Rev. Dr. Jeff as an officiant over and over! (Big plus for brides - Jeff makes sure he's out of the way for your big first kiss picture capture as well!!)
Emily C
4.0
9/30/2025
Jeff was so funny and so kind. He was very detailed about what was going to happen and when, which I definitely appreciated. Our only complaint was that he wasn’t too open about an...
y hidden fees. When we first reached out, his email was worded in a way that some of his services he offered were going to be included in any package chosen. So there were things we would ask about/something we added, and that had a fee with it. It all worked out, but that’s the only thing. Overall, a great, kind, funny, and confident officiant.
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 10/01/2025
Hi Emily and Christian, I'm so glad everything worked out so well for your ceremony! Yes ...
the fee did change a bit but that was because you changed the scope of the event from a simple backyard wedding to a full scale wedding at a formal venue and asked for additional customizations that weren't included in the Bronze level of service you originally selected. I was happy to make the adjustments for you but they resulted in scaling up from my Bronze level to the Silver level which requires more time, effort and expertise. Again, I'm so glad everything turned out so well and I enjoyed hearing positive comments from your guests after the ceremony. Many blessings to you for a lifetime of married happiness! Jeff
Alyssa d
5.0
7/23/2025
Jeff was fantastic. His years of experience were really helpful for our ceremony because he gave us great advice on how to pose so that every element of our ceremony was beautiful ...
and great for the photos. Many of our guests had commented that they really enjoyed his sermon; they also said Jeff knew how to read the crowd well to keep everyone engaged and entertained. He was an instrumental part of making our ceremony beautiful and memorable. Thank you, Jeff, for taking your time to know us and understand our story.
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 07/23/2025
Alyssa, what a joy it was to lead the ceremony for you and Noah on July 13 at St. Francis ...
Chapel in Balboa Park! I really enjoyed getting to know you in the premarital counseling process and I am confident you will have a lifetime of married happiness under God. Many blessings! Jeff
Danielle S
5.0
7/20/2025
We had the absolute pleasure of working with Jeff Saville for our wedding, and we couldn’t be more grateful. From the very beginning, he was professional, efficient, and incredibly...
thoughtful in crafting a ceremony that felt personal, heartfelt, and perfectly us.
His preparation and attention to detail made the entire process seamless, and his calming presence and coaching on the big day helped set the perfect tone. So many of our guests commented on how beautiful and meaningful the ceremony was. We truly couldn’t have asked for a better officiant.
Thank you for making our day so special, Jeff!
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 07/21/2025
Danielle, what a joy to lead the ceremony for you and Greg! Waterfront Park on San Diego B...
ay was beautiful and I'm glad we had a great day. Many blessings to you for a lifetime of married happiness under God!
Kirk N
5.0
7/20/2025
Our experience with Jeff was fantastic.
1. He is serious about his Christian Faith and God’s calling on his life to perform Christian weddings.
2. He is very detailed and thorough ...
during his calls, communications, and run-through process
3. His pricing is very fair and reasonable
4. He is very experienced having performed several hundred weddings over the years.
Bottom line: we would choose Jeff again given the experience we had with him.
Thank you Jeff and may God continue to Bless your efforts!
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 07/21/2025
Hi Kirk, I really appreciate your very kind review, it means a lot to me and will help oth...
er couples looking for a genuine pastor. Many blessings to you and Mallory for a lifetime of married happiness under God!
Rachelle T
5.0
7/08/2025
Our experience with Reverend Jeff started with shorter notice and not much time to get to know each other, but he was still able to get to know us and to personalize our ceremony i...
n a way that made it unforgettable as if he'd known us a long time, truly special. He used video calls and worksheets to really find out about us and our relationship.
He even scheduled a mini rehearsal ahead of time with my fiancé and I and that really helped to know how to move and stand ahead of time. He let us choose what he would wear and it perfectly fit the aesthetic of our wedding. He even helped us up right before the ceremony with how to stand and move for photos etc, it made it so seamless and beautiful and still so magical, we have received nothing but compliments from everyone that was there. It was incredible, many many thanks to him!!!!!!
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 07/09/2025
Rachelle, thanks so much for your gracious review! I really enjoyed meeting you and Daniel...
and it was a privilege to lead your ceremony! I wish you both all the best for a lifetime of married happiness under God!
Elsa D
5.0
7/03/2025
The Rev. Dr. Jeff Saville made our ceremony truly unforgettable. We knew that we were in good hands from the moment we met him on the video call because he took the time to get to ...
know us. He was considerate, thorough, and genuinely interested in bringing us the Christ-centered wedding we had requested. He guided us through our vows, created a beautiful personalized marriage certificate, and ensured that every detail was covered, so all we had to worry about was our pre-wedding jitters 😅 His versatility made our small and intimate ceremony come to life just as we had imagined. One moment that truly touched us was when he chose to take a few photos of us without being asked. It was both unanticipated and greatly valued. His warm and lighthearted presence made everyone comfortable, and the ceremony was absolutely beautiful for our small family gathering. The way he handles everything with intention and heart shows his dedication to what he does. We are deeply appreciative of him for making the experience so personal an
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 07/03/2025
Elsa, what a joy to meet you and Robert and lead your small at-home ceremony! Thank you v...
ery much for the kind words in your review. I pray all the best for a lifetime of married happiness for you and Robert under God!
Haley B
5.0
6/28/2025
We are so glad we chose Jeff as our officiant! From the very first video call, he made the process smooth and personal. He was so easy to work with over email and Zoom, and even ho...
sted a mini-rehearsal at his home with our parents, which helped everyone feel at ease.
He wore exactly what we requested, coached everyone just before the ceremony so things ran perfectly, and led a beautiful, heartfelt ceremony that felt so us. Jeff was professional, kind, and truly went above and beyond. Highly recommend!
Michael D
5.0
6/16/2025
Jeff was extremely professional and helpful throughout the whole process. He was willing to make different accommodations to help my wife and I out, and is super thorough. He goes ...
above and beyond and you can tell he does this because he truly loves doing it!
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 06/18/2025
Hi Mike, I'm so glad June 13 turned out so well for you and Sally! Thank you for the kind ...
words, I really appreciate your review! I'll send the materials to help Sally change her name right away. Many blessings to you both for a lifetime of married happiness under God!
Casey S
5.0
6/13/2025
Rebecca recently officiated my wedding and I cannot say enough great things about her! The moment I reached out, her and her husband Jeff responded and provided helpful information...
. We set up a video call to get acquainted and she made us feel so comfortable! She asked for details, what we were looking for, and provided guidance as well as information on what services she could provide. She walked us through everything and it was an easy choice choosing her to officiate our ceremony. She was encouraging and sweet at our rehearsal and ensured that everything would go smoothly. She answered any and all questions that we had throughout the process. The day of our wedding we felt so comfortable with her! I truly appreciate all that Rebecca provided to us, including putting our marriage license in the mail for us! Thank you so much for being with us on our special day!
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 06/15/2025
Marissa and Casey, thank you for your very kind words about the service Rebecca provided t...
o you! As you know, she loves to provide amazing service to couples when I am not available for a specific date, and I'm so glad you and she hit it off so well! We are happy you are off to a great start and we wish you all the best for a lifetime of married happiness!
Luke C
5.0
6/12/2025
Jeff was incredibly thorough and took the time to create a ceremony that felt truly personal to us. Our guests commented on how much they enjoyed listening and how it gave them suc...
h a clear picture of the love we share. His guidance leading up to the day was so helpful and thoughtful—something I don’t think every officiant takes the time to do. We’re really glad he was part of our wedding!
Tiffany D
5.0
4/29/2025
Jeff was an absolute blessing to us throughout our wedding journey. He's professional, detail-oriented, warm, funny, and genuinely invested in making not only the ceremony personal...
and meaningful, but in our growth as a couple. From pre-marital counseling to officiating our ceremony, he rooted everything he did in faith and love. He helped us craft a deeply personal ceremony, welcomed us into his home for a mini-rehearsal, and coached us and our wedding party with such warmth and humor. On the big day, he went above and beyond, setting the tone of joy and peace, but also organizing and helping drive out any confusion! If you're looking for a Christian pastor rooted in faith who will make you and everyone around you feel comfortable, Jeff is truly the best. Our guests are still raving about how incredible he was! Jeff exceeded our expectations in every way and we are so grateful to experience his guidance. Jeff made us feel celebrated, loved, and supported in a way we will never forget.
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 04/30/2025
Tiffany and TJ, THANK YOU so much for your very kind words! It was such a pleasure and pri...
vilege to get to know you both in the premarital relationship coaching and see the strength of your relationship, as well as having the honor of leading your wedding ceremony! I know for sure you will have a lifetime of married happiness under God, even through the ups and downs of life because you each have so much depth of personality and resilience. I do hope we'll remain in touch, and many blessings for your future! Jeff Rev. Dr. Jeff Saville
Myriam M
5.0
3/18/2025
We found Jeff a year before the wedding. We liked him because he was very well organized and he knew what he was doing. We felt like we were in good hands. He offered many personal...
ized ceremony options to choose from and let us select how he would be dressed. Through his experience and caring nature, he assisted us to make the ceremony very personal to who we are to each other.
We met him, multiple times by video call; then a month prior to the wedding in person to rehearse.
He provided us many tips and suggestions for photos and how to make our ceremony beautiful.
We were very happy the day of the ceremony about his professionalism, and his thoroughness.
Thank you Jeff, for making our day memorable and beautiful!
Richard M
5.0
3/15/2025
I contacted Reverend Jeff based on all of the excellent reviews, but it turned out that he would be unavailable for our Wedding Day. However, he recommended the services of his wif...
e, Rebecca. We decided to move forward with Rebecca and, looking back, I do not think we could have chosen anyone better.
In the planning process she made us feel extremely confident, gave us incredible advice, and made us ready for one of the most important decision of our lives. So many of our friends and family members told us that it was the best ceremony/wedding they had ever been to. Rebecca made it possible.
Sofia P
5.0
2/20/2025
Jeff is an amazing Minister and I would recommend him to every engaged couple getting married or even doing a vow renewal. After inquiring with him, he immediately provided us a fi...
rst draft of a highly customizable ceremony before we even paid anything. Additionally, we were able to have a free, extended Zoom call to get acquainted with him + ask him many questions about the process. He was able to give us so much guidance and offered many resources on how to personalize our ceremony. He also gave me information on how to obtain the marriage certificate/license and how to change our names and accounts. He is also very knowledgeable about specific Bible verses and Christian traditions if that is something you want to incorporate into your ceremony. Overall, Jeff is VERY thorough and personable and can make any ceremony tailored to what you want. He truly offers so much! Highly, highly recommend. Thank you Jeff for your dedication to marriage ministry and overall professionalism!
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 02/20/2025
Sofia, I'm so grateful for your kind words! It was a pleasure to serve you and Kevin and ...
my prayer for you both is for a lifetime of married happiness under God! Sincerely, Jeff
Charles U
5.0
12/24/2024
Reverend Doctor Jeff’s services are truly top-notch. From start to finish, he was the perfect combination of professional, organized, and genuinely caring. He guided us through the...
entire process with such wisdom, patience, and a touch of humor that made everything feel effortless and enjoyable.
What sets Jeff apart is his heart—he truly cares about making your day special, and it shows in everything he does. On the wedding day, he didn’t just officiate—he delivered! His energy, warmth, and presence made the ceremony feel not only beautiful but also unforgettable.
If you’re looking for someone who is not only professional and meticulous but also funny, kind, and incredibly loving, Jeff is your guy. He goes above and beyond, and we couldn’t be more grateful for his role in our special day.
Cynthia G
5.0
12/23/2024
If you’re looking for the perfect officiant for your wedding, Doctor Reverend Jeff Saville is truly in a league of his own. From the very first conversation, it was clear how profe...
ssional, organized, and meticulous he is. He has every detail down to a science—seriously, he thought of everything! From personalized templates to guidance through the entire ceremony process, he made planning so smooth and stress-free.
What truly sets Reverend Jeff apart is his genuine care and dedication to making your wedding unforgettable. He brought the perfect balance of professionalism and personality—his warmth and humor made us feel completely at ease while his punctuality and attention to detail ensured everything went off without a hitch. He is a master at what he does, and his passion shines through in every aspect of his work.
Thanks to Reverend Jeff, our ceremony was beautiful, heartfelt, and exactly what we dreamed of. He has an incredible ability to make the day not only seamless but also deeply personal and meaningful. We feel so lucky to have had him as part of our big day and can’t recommend him enough to anyone looking for an officiant who goes above and beyond.
Thank you, Reverend Jeff, for everything—you made our day so special, and we’ll always remember your kindness, humor and professionalism.
John A
5.0
12/10/2024
Jeff was a great wedding officiant. He helped us with almost every aspect of our wedding. The mini rehearsal at his home really helped us focus on details that we didn't even think...
about. We appreciate his advice on everything and made our day wonderful.
Angelina V
5.0
10/21/2024
Jeff is AMAZING! We wanted a small, private elopement ceremony (just the two of us + our minister) with a real, Christian minister filled with the Holy Spirit - and Jeff is just th...
at! He is so awesome and we cannot recommend him enough. He was so great to talk us through everything beforehand and made us feel completely at ease. Even though we just met him for the first time in-person the day of the ceremony, he made us feel like we were old family-friends. His professionalism is off the charts! He arrived early to help us scout out the perfect spot on Windandsea Beach (which we chose), recorded the whole service for us, and even stayed to take pictures of us along the beach as a newly married couple. Really went above and beyond to make us feel seen, taken care of, and loved. Truly cannot recommend Pastor Jeff enough - 1000% recommend!!!
Susan F
5.0
10/13/2024
Reverend Jeff Saville performed our wedding ceremony in Temecula California 2024. We could not have had a more perfect wedding ceremony.
He is extremely professional, dedicated, ...
caring and meticulous about his ceremonies. He thought of everything taking a huge load off our minds with his instruction and direction which allowed us to relax.
Jeff handled everything from the ceremony to the best positioning for beautiful pictures. He also has a great sense of humor and had everyone's attention from beginning to end.
The Lord brought Jeff Saville to us and we are truly blessed having him marry us.
Thank you so very much and may God Bless you.
Mr. & Mrs. Brian and Susan Faddis
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 10/13/2024
Susan, thank you for the very sweet words! It was my privilege to get to know you and Bria...
n and provide you with a God-honoring ceremony. Many blessing to you both for a lifetime of married happiness under God!
Z&L M
5.0
9/25/2024
Jeff did a wonderful job from start to finish. He was very professional, quick to respond, and informative throughout the process and executed very well on the wedding day. He held...
a mini-rehearsal with us and our families which tremendously helped. Everyone in our wedding party knew what to do and carried out their roles confidently with his guidance. Everything went smoothly and our guests really enjoyed having Jeff as our wedding officiant. Would definitely recommend him.
Delzy R
5.0
9/09/2024
Simply put, we couldn't have asked for a better officiant for our wedding. Jeff was extremely professional and communicative throughout the entire process, even taking the time to ...
learn the Spanish my wife and I wanted included in the ceremony. Jeff was kind enough to open his doors for a walk through prior to the big day which was so helpful (without his guidance I know for certain I would have messed everything up). After our wedding, many of our guests raved about the ceremony, all thanks to Jeff. Our day turned out better than we imagined and Jeff was a big part of that!
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 09/09/2024
Chris, thank you for the stellar review, really appreciated! It was a joy to meet you and ...
Delzy and provide the Spanish wording you desired along with guidance you found helpful. I hope your honeymoon to the Seychelles was amazing and I wish you all the best for a lifetime of married happiness under God. Jeff
Jessica G
5.0
9/08/2024
Amazing human! Great officiant! Super helpful during our whole planning situation and super helpful on the day of wedding day!
Joel M
5.0
9/02/2024
My wife and I recently had the pleasure of having Jeff officiate our wedding and we couldn't be more pleased. From the initial zoom meeting all the way until the wedding day, he ma...
de us feel comfortable and prepared. We loved his ability to customize our ceremony to our liking, and the fact that he was so thorough about every step, going as far as doing a mini rehearsal at his home, and arriving early to help coach key people on the day! Thank you Jeff!!!
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 09/03/2024
Joel, it was such a joy to get to know you and Samantha while we customized your wedding! ...
It was a great day and I'm so glad everything went well. I super-appreciate your kind words and will send you guidance for how Samantha can work on changing her name right away. Many blessings to you both for a lifetime of married happiness under God! Jeff
Celine R
5.0
8/21/2024
We reached out to Rev. Dr. Jeff Saville two months before our wedding. We come from a mixed background (my family is very religious and my husband's family isn't, and he's not bapt...
ized) and other priests had requirements that didn't work for us. When we met with Jeff, we both let out a breath of relief. Jeff is not only friendly, and funny (reminds me of my dad in many ways), but he's also incredibly organized and detail-orientated. Let's just say he knows what he's doing and you're in very good hands! We didn't have to worry at all! Our ceremony was personalized and still faith-based, which was especially important for me. My family and friends, both religious and non-religious, all raved about his sermon afterwards. He really knows how to command a space, pull everyone in, and make everyone feel connected to his words. We can't thank Jeff enough for his attention to detail, professionalism, kindness, and humor! Thank you so much for making our day so special and stress-free!
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 08/21/2024
Celine, it was such a pleasure to get to know you and Matt and to lead your wedding ceremo...
ny! Your entrance on the horse-drawn carriage was unforgettable, and your gallery of photos is magnificent! Thank you for the very kinds words, really appreciated! Many blessings to you and Matt for a lifetime of married happiness!
Lauren B
5.0
8/07/2024
We are beyond thrilled with our experience with Jeff and Rebecca as our wedding officiants. From the first meeting, they made us feel at ease and genuinely listened to our vision f...
or the ceremony. Jeff crafted a personalized and touching ceremony that perfectly reflected our love story and values.
On the big day, Rebecca's delivery was both heartfelt and engaging, making the ceremony an unforgettable highlight of our wedding. Many of our guests commented on how beautiful and meaningful the ceremony was, thanks to Rebecca's personal touch.
We couldn’t have asked for a better couple to lead us through this special time in our life.
Thank you, Jeff and Rebecca, for helping make our wedding day perfect!
Lauren & Ben
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 08/08/2024
Lauren and Ben, thank you so much for the kind words! It was such a pleasure to meet and ...
serve you, and so glad Rebecca and I could help make your day an AMAZING day to remember! Many blessings to you both for a lifetime of married happiness under God! Jeff
Maya R
5.0
8/05/2024
Pastor Jeff Saville went above and beyond to make sure that our wedding ceremony was perfectly planned out and customized based exactly on how my husband and I envisioned. He is me...
ticulous and put in immense effort in preparation for our wedding day. He walks you through the ceremony and what is to be expected step-by-step and has rehearsals to ensure that the ceremony goes smoothly. He even gives advice regarding how to pose and where to stand to ensure that the photographer has a clear view of the bride and groom for the photos prior to the wedding and one more the day of the wedding. Our wedding ceremony was lovely and I couldn't have asked for a better Pastor to marry us. Thank you so much, Pastor. We were honored to have you.
Savannah U
5.0
7/21/2024
Pastor Jeff was amazing! We had been struggling to find an officiant when we found him through a friend of my fiancée’s family. After meeting with him for a short video call, we de...
cided he was exactly the person we wanted to marry us. Pastor Jeff laid out the ceremony for us and explained everything so well! He gave us so many choices to choose from of scriptures, formal vows, ring exchange options, unity ceremony options, and even his outfit! He also hosted us for a mini-rehearsal in his home where he walked us through, the entire ceremony. Pastor Jeff also assisted us in writing our personalized vows, then printed them and brought them to the ceremony for us. He gave us so much guidance as far as obtaining the marriage license, and the steps to change my name too. We received so many compliments from our wedding guests about the wedding ceremony - even those who are not very religious. Pastor Jeff put so much time and effort into giving us the most beautiful wedding ceremony.
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 07/22/2024
Savannah, what a great day July 19, 2024 turned out to be and I was so glad to serve you! ...
Thank you for your kind words. Many blessings to you and Drew for a lifetime of married happiness under God!
Juan C
5.0
6/29/2024
We had our wedding a few weekends ago and Jeff was our officiant. He was wonderful and fulfilled all of our expectations. He was very respectful, always available, patient and unde...
rstanding. He was there throughout the entire process. A week prior to the wedding ceremony, he welcomed us to his home and provided us with valuable guidance which made our ceremony experience run smoothly. On the day of the actual wedding ceremony he arrived early and refreshed the groom on topics that were discussed at rehearsal. His words of wisdom during the ceremony were heartfelt. Everyone enjoyed the celebration, we couldn’t have asked for a better officiant.
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 06/29/2024
Juan, thanks so much for your kind words, it was truly a pleasure to meet you and Irlanda ...
to provide you with a meaningful and joyful wedding ceremony experience. You two are a great couple with strong history and I wish many more years of married happiness under God!
Kyle G
5.0
6/24/2024
I first reached out to Jeff beginning of 2024 to inquire about their services and we immediately hit it off. Jeff had informed me of the multiple options that him and his wife Reb...
ecca offer. Depending on your preference or insurance situation, both Jeff and Rebecca offer optional pre-marital coaching to start you and your spouse off with great skills and a solid foundation utilizing the SYMBIS system (Save Your Marriage Before It Starts). About 2 months before my wedding which was in May 2024, my original Officiant had to cancel due to health issues (it was a close family friend) and I reached back out to Jeff and he immediately remembered our conversation from early January 2024. I was in need of an Officiant and Jeff was unavailable due to prior commitments, however Rebecca was available and we couldn't have had a better experience. We feel so blessed. Rebecca got things started very fast, professionally and efficiently by inviting my now wife and I over to their home to plan and practice the ceremony. There were many details that most couples may have blind spots about. It was also very flexible to accommodate for any cultural or family traditions that you may want to include. My wife and I wanted to have our dogs included and have certain portions in Spanish and Rebecca made it happen. We were able to spend a few hours with Rebecca at her home, we received support from Rebecca during the week with any questions we had, we spent an hour at the Rehearsal before our big day, and finally, our big day arrived and Rebecca handled it like a pro. My wife and I also attended 3 pre-marital coaching sessions with Rebecca since it was covered by my insurance. This is definitely worth it and we are planning to continue our marital coaching throughout our first year of marriage to keep us on a trajectory for life-long marriage. Jeff and Rebecca - Thank you!!
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 06/26/2024
Kyle, what a great day you and Angelica had, thanks for the kind words about me and especi...
ally regarding the service my wife Rev. Rebecca was able to provide to you! She has enjoyed providing the premarital coaching for you and she counts it a true privilege to have led your ceremony with Spanish elements included. Many blessings to you and Angelica for a lifetime of married happiness under God!
Alejandra R
5.0
6/16/2024
We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant. Jeff was amazing. From the start he was very responsive and we had several zoom calls to finalize everything. This helped in making u...
s feel very comfortable throughout the process. He even opened up his home for us to walk through a mini rehearsal, which was very helpful in preparing us for the big moment. He gave us a few ideas of what we could do throughout the ceremony to make it memorable. We ended up going with the wine ceremony, which we loved. He was very organized and professional. He even allowed us to pick what we wanted him to wear on our big day. The day of, Jeff was very prepared and handled everything perfectly. There was not one moment where we felt that we were up in front of everyone all alone. The ceremony went as planned and all of our guests loved his energy. Thanks again Jeff!!
We couldn't have asked for a better officiant. Jeff was simply amazing. Right from the start, he was incredibly responsive, and we had several Zoom calls to finalize every detail, which made us feel very comfortable throughout the process. He even invited us to his home for a mini rehearsal, which was invaluable in preparing us for the big day.
Jeff provided us with several ideas to make our ceremony memorable, and we chose to include a wine ceremony, which we absolutely loved. He was exceptionally organized and professional, even allowing us to choose his attire for our wedding.
On the day of the ceremony, Jeff was thoroughly prepared and managed everything flawlessly. We never once felt alone in front of our guests. The ceremony proceeded exactly as planned, and all of our guests adored his energy. Thank you so much, Jeff!
We can’t thank Jeff enough. From the star he was very professional and provided us so many choices to make our ceremony special. The zoom calls were helpful in getting to know each other on a personal level rather than just checking boxes. He introduced himself to our bridal party before our ceremony and made sure they knew their role. The ceremony went exactly as planned and Jeff was there every step of the way by giving us and our bridal party subtle cues. We couldn’t recommend Jeff enough.
We can't thank Jeff enough. From the start, he was very professional and offered us numerous options to make our ceremony special. The Zoom calls were helpful in getting to know each other on a personal level rather than just checking boxes. He introduced himself to our bridal party before the ceremony and made sure everyone knew their role.
The ceremony went exactly as planned, with Jeff providing subtle cues to guide us and our bridal party every step of the way. We couldn't recommend Jeff more highly
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 02/16/2025
Alejandra and Emiliano, what a great day your wedding was at Marina Village! The site was ...
beautiful as always; and you both had a fantastic look for your special day! It was a pleasure to meet your families and provide an amazing experience for you, including the special touch of a wine-blending ceremony. All the best to you for a lifetime of married happiness under God! Jeff
Brynn M
5.0
6/03/2024
Pastor Jeff was a great choice for our elopement-style wedding in Newport Beach! He is very on top of things, showed up on time, was kind and thorough with how things would play ou...
t. He brought a mic + speaker as well so you could hear everything over the wind and waves. He lead the ceremony and sent over some pics we got with him, and overall very professional. We are so grateful to find such a great officiant!
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 06/10/2024
Thanks Brynn for the very kind words! It was a joy to serve you and Ben at the very beauti...
ful location of Little Treasure Cove in the Laguna / Newport Bch area, and what a great day it was! All the best to you and Ben for a lifetime of married happiness under God! Jeff
Gina A
5.0
5/24/2024
Jeff was amazing! Super professional and respected our wishes. He had great suggestions and walked us through every step of the way! Thank you Jeff! We had a beautiful ceremony.
Julie M
5.0
5/22/2024
Jeff was wonderful to work with from the beginning, very organized and handled all the details. Coming across the country for our daughter’s wedding to have Jeff perform was great ...
since we couldn’t have our own pastor come. He made it so easy for us. Having someone who believes the way we do was important to us as well. We definitely recommend Pastor Jeff.
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 06/10/2024
Hi Julie, thanks you for the very nice review! What a magnificent day it was for everyone...
with great weather and spectacular scenery! It's truly a privilege to have gotten to know you, served your family and I wish Brynn and Ben all the best for a lifetime of married happiness under God. Joyfully, Jeff
Savanah M
5.0
5/08/2024
Jeff did an amazing job from start to finish! When we logged onto the zoom call we did not know what to expect but Jeff made is super easy and exciting to learn about his services ...
and what to expect on our wedding day. He is very kind, helpful, funny, and professional, and all around made the ceremony go by smoothly! He was super helpful when it came to how to write personalized vows as well as showing us many options to choose from personalizing what will be said in the ceremony. He made the ceremony perfect and was exactly what we were looking for! We are so thankful to have had him at our wedding. I definitely recommend to book him!
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 05/09/2024
Hi Savanah, what a great day May 3 was for you and Ian! Everything was fantastic, the weat...
her was great and Tivoli Italian Villa was beautiful as always! Thanks for the very kind words in your review and most of all, thank you for selecting my service. Many blessings to you for a lifetime of happy marriage under God with Ian!
Kiara S
5.0
5/03/2024
Jeff was amazing from start to finish. He took his time to get to know us and nothing ever felt rushed. He was great in providing feedback and gave us so much useful information fo...
r our wedding ceremony. He is great at what he does and I still have guests talking about how great the ceremony was! So grateful as our ceremony was truly the highlight of the wedding. So thankful for Jeff in being part of this! Book him for your wedding ceremony!
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 05/09/2024
Kiara, so glad, after a year of planning, to finally celebrate your wedding day with Josh ...
at Cuvier Wedding Bowl! It was a beautiful day for weather and all the other elements. I really appreciate your sweet words and it was such a pleasure to work with you to plan your day locally even though you were across the country. Congratulations again, and many blessings for a lifetime of married happiness under God with Josh!
Brianna B
5.0
4/21/2024
Jeff was so great to work with! Extremely professional and knowledgeable and guided us in our decisions as to how we wanted our ceremony. He helped us plan our ceremony over both ...
email and video call, and was very thorough, answering all of our questions and asking his own, including what he would wear. On the day of the ceremony, Jeff coached everyone involved ahead of time so that it ran smoothly. Our ceremony was so beautiful and perfectly led by Jeff, including him setting us up for amazing pictures. We received so many compliments from our guests on how wonderful the ceremony was, and we didn't have to worry about a thing as he led it all. After the ceremony, Jeff handled getting witness signatures and took care of sending our marriage license in, and send us some photos right away as well. Highly recommend working with Jeff for a smooth and wonderful wedding day!
Katie S
5.0
4/10/2024
Thank you Jeff for an outstanding job officiating my son and daughter in laws wedding! It was a great experience!
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 04/10/2024
Katie, it was a joy to serve Logan and Brianna, so glad the weather was amazing with great...
clouds in the back of the photos--it all worked out! It was a pleasure to meet you and thanks for facilitating the day and your kind review!
Jared P
5.0
3/27/2024
Jeff was a fantastic officiant for our wedding! Prior to the wedding Jeff met with my wife and I to thoroughly discuss the ceremony and ensure it was aligned with out expectations....
After the meeting we felt very good about using Jeff and were exited to have someone who understood the Biblical importance and significance of marriage performing our ceremony. On the day of our wedding Jeff showed up early to walk me through the processions and make sure I felt confident. We needed a short ceremony, and Jeff moved through the material quickly while still providing a beautiful service. He also took photos and sent them quickly to us after the service, which was appreciated. We were very blessed to have him as our officiant and would highly recommend him to anyone.
Kjerstin L
5.0
2/26/2024
We contacted Jeff around six weeks before our wedding to inquire about his services. Jeff was not only friendly and kind but also very professional. His approach and detailed syste...
m ensured a worry-free experience for us on our special day. After discussing the ceremony during an introductory phone call, we had a detailed session and a mini rehearsal at his home. On the wedding day, Jeff arrived early and reviewed everything with each of us. He handled the printing of our personal vows and took care of the marriage license. He also assisted in creating a wine blending unity element for our wedding. Thanks to Jeff, our wedding day was truly fantastic, and we highly recommend his services. Jeff not only listened to our values and vision for a wedding but also surpassed our expectations. Many guests approached us to express their admiration for Jeff, emphasizing how wonderful our ceremony was. Thank you once more, Jeff!
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 02/27/2024
Kjerstin, you are so kind to provide this review! You and Jason are a wonderful couple and...
you made my work easy both in planning and on your wedding day. You have the most fabulous photos, really a cut above many I've seen. Many blessings to you and Jason for a lifetime of married happiness under God! Jeff
Anthony P
5.0
6/19/2023
I’m writing another review two years after Reverend Dr. Jeff Saville was a part of our wedding guiding us through the entire process. We were out of state, but he scheduled Zoom c...
alls, guided us throw the process, should up an hour early and whispered directions during the ceremony. Professional, personal, and an amazing man.
After two years of marriage we reviewed our post-wedding gift and just another gem provided by Reverend Dr. Jeff Saville . Keep spreading the word, the love, and guiding couples through the covenant of marriage.. btw we are having our baby very soon. Hope you and your wife are well. A&A P
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 06/21/2023
Hi Anthony and Annabelle, thanks so much for the kind words! Since your wedding was on my...
birthday, I have thought about you the last couple of years as I recall previous birthdays. You are a wonderful couple and it was a magnificent day at Bali Hai--it is a beautiful venue and I'm sure you received magnificent photos. All the best to you and Annabelle for a lifetime of married happiness under God! Jeff
Tiffany T
5.0
5/18/2023
Jeff was an incredible officiant! He was very thorough and responsive throughout the whole process. He helped us prepare for our big day by meeting with us on a few occasions over ...
zoom. He even welcomed us into his home to do a mini rehearsal.
Jeff also helped personalize our ceremony, which definitely kept our family and friends entertained. We’ve received (and continue to receive!) so many compliments about how great he was.
We’re so glad we chose Jeff as our officiant and would definitely recommend him!
Cassidy L
5.0
5/02/2023
Jeff officiated our wedding on 4/27/23 and we have nothing but amazing things to say about him. First, he has multiple sessions with you getting to know the couple on a personal le...
vel. He also helps review and edit your personal vows if you are reading those at your wedding. But most importantly of all, he is an amazing public speaker and ceremony officiant. He made sure everyone knew exactly where to stand and what to do. Our ceremony was absolutely seamless with him leading us through the entire thing. His words are beautiful, and he takes care of every little detail so the couple can just completely focus on each other and be present for the entire thing. Everyone came up to us after and said it was the best ceremony they have ever seen! Jeff, thank you so much we will forever be grateful to you!!
Cassidy & Dylan
Rebecca H
5.0
2/28/2023
Reverend Dr. Jeff Saville was absolutely amazing! I greatly appreciated that before responding to my inquiry, that he took the time to read mine and my fiancé’s story of how we met...
and how we got to be engaged. That truly meant a lot to us. He sent a detailed process of how the ceremony would go and the difference between the packages for us to choose from. He made sure we were completely happy with the flow of how everything would go. We had a few emails and texts before the big day. Then on the big day, he did a walk through with us. During our wedding ceremony he was energetic, compassionate and 100% on point. I truly loved his message about the message on marriage and how Ancient Greek is a richer language and has 4 different words for love. Many of my guests mentioned to me how great he was and felt that his message was from the heart. I highly recommend him for you wedding and even vow renewals.
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 02/28/2023
Rebecca, it was an honor to serve you and Joshua as the minister for wedding, and you carr...
ied yourself with poise and confidence from start to finish! Your love for each other certainly came through in the vows you wrote for each other, and I could tell all your guests were very moved. Thank you for including me in your big day, and I wish you a lifetime of married happiness together with Josh under God. Joyfully, Jeff
Joanne S
5.0
2/15/2023
We contacted Rev. Dr. Jeff to see if he can do our wedding. Unfortunately he was not available, however he gave us alternatives and even offered to reach out on our behalf. We real...
ly appreciate him for giving us his time and energy!
Response from SoCal Christian Weddings Officiant on 02/15/2023
Hi Joanne, I'm sorry I wasn't available on your chosen day but I am glad to refer you to t...
rusted pastor colleagues who will provide you with an amazing ceremony that is just what you hope for. Many blessings for a lifetime of married happiness under God! Joyfully, Jeff
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