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Scott Lortz
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Weddings and Wellness is a Tampa, Florida-based company providing wedding officiant and counseling services. I have a passion for helping couples have a special wedding day. All couples bring their own personalities and creative ideas to make their wedding distinctively their own. The wedding ceremony is more than a rigid formality. I want you to have an incredible ceremony to look back on. Let’s treat your guests to a passionate and inspiring journey of your authentic love story with the perfect balance of tenderness and whimsy. You and your fiancé can relive a romantic time capsule of your journey toward this day. We’ll laugh, cheer and even allow ourselves the freedom to shed some tears.
You will feel as though I am part of the family as I join you and your soon-to-be spouse in marriage. Let’s be humans having a genuine human experience!
I have a unique understanding of the stress and pressure that come with planning a wedding. The journey you are about to embark upon began the moment you said yes and will continue through you wedding day and beyond. I offer couples counseling and individual wedding coaching that will help you to have the best experience possible.
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Scott Lortz
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An ordained minister and spiritual consultant, it is my pleasure to bring love, laughter, and joy to your wedding. I began this path as a wedding officiant when I was asked by a couple of friends to marry them. Their friends and families were very pleased and impressed by my energy and professionalism. With my family's support I decided it was the correct time to work with as many couple's as I can. Each wedding that I perform, I get to share in the laughter and the love that is expressed. It is always my honor to be apart of each couple's ceremony.
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5.0
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Couples rave that the officiant delivered deeply personalized, engaging ceremonies blending humor and heart, easing nerves and perfectly telling each couple’s story. He met multiple times, coordinated with vendors, offered helpful suggestions, and often stayed to help with photos and logistics. Professional, warm, and detail-oriented, reviewers say he made their day memorable and highly recommend him.Review photos
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Bobby G
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5.0
10/04/2024
I don't even know where to begin. Reverend Scott was absolutely amazing. He was meticulous from our very first conversation. He made our special day so incredible that we don't eve...
n know how to put it into words but we'll try our best. From the jump, you could tell that Reverend Scott was different and wanted this to be meaningful. He took the time to truly get to know each of our personalities and our little quirks. He asked us questions about who we were as individuals and as a couple that we didn't even realize would play such an integral role in the way he officiated our wedding. He was always professional, but on a more important level for us, he was extremely personable. He made us think deep, he made us laugh, and he truly made us feel comfortable with him. We couldn't have asked for a better officiant. We are both very awkward people who tend to have a shell and Reverend Scott broke that down easily allowing us to truly be ourselves, unapologetically. We did an exercise leading up to the wedding that allowed him to write the most beautiful speech on our wedding day and were truly so grateful for everything he did for us. When you decide to choose an officiant, if you choose Reverend Scott, just know that you will get someone who goes above and beyond for you as a couple. He is someone who truly loves and believes in his job, therefore he was absolutely EXCEPTIONAL. Every single detail down to the tiny little parts we didn't even think of were amazing. Reverend Scott, we can't even express how truly grateful we are to have met you and have you officiate the most important day of our lives. You. Are. Amazing. THANK YOU!
-Bobby and Ashleigh
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
Dear Bobby and Ashleigh,
Thank you so much for your kind words—they mean the world to me....
Being part of your wedding was an absolute honor, and I’m so grateful to have played a role in your special day.
From our first conversation, it was clear how unique your connection is, and getting to know you both made creating your ceremony such a joy. I’m so glad it reflected your personalities and brought out the love and laughter you share.
Thank you for trusting me with this important moment in your lives. Wishing you endless happiness and love as you begin this next chapter together.
With gratitude,
Jordyn N
5.0
5/26/2026
Scott was hands down one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From our very first phone call, I knew we had to have him, and I can confidently say he was worth every sing...
le penny.
We had a unique request to include a “community unity shot” during our ceremony, and not only was Scott open to it, he was genuinely excited about it. He brought the idea to life in such a fun, seamless way that it felt completely natural and ended up being one of the most memorable parts of our ceremony.
Even though we only met with him a few times beforehand, so many of our guests thought he was a longtime friend of ours. That’s exactly the kind of presence he brings - warm, personal, and incredibly genuine. We’ve received countless compliments about how engaging and joyful he was, even from people just seeing sneak peeks of our ceremony online.
I tend to get very nervous speaking in front of people, and my husband was also anxious about standing in front of 150 guests, but the moment Scott started speaking, all of that disappeared. He has a way of making you feel completely at ease while still keeping everything meaningful and beautifully structured.
Scott was supportive before, during, and after the ceremony, and he truly made the entire experience feel fun, personal, and unforgettable. We met with a few other officiants before choosing him, and while he was more expensive, he was absolutely worth it. I genuinely believe we would have regretted not choosing him.
If you’re considering Scott, do yourself a favor and book him!! You won’t regret it.
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Brooke J
5.0
5/02/2026
Having Scott as your officiant is like striking gold. He is kind, considerate and detail oriented, bringing your ceremonial vision to life. At no extra cost, he also advised us o...
n little intricacies that you wouldn't even think of until the ceremony rehearsal when it might be too late, ensuring our wedding day was seamless and thoughtful. What a life-saver! Our ceremony was flawless, with Scott perfectly summing up our love story, adding a touch of flair and humor to keep things light but professional. Our wedding was a 10/10 experience, hugely in part to Scott setting the evening's tone. HIGHLY recommend!
Ashley A
5.0
4/20/2026
Scott was an absolute amazing Officant at our wedding on April 11, 2026. He tailored the ceremony speech exactly to our liking. He did a great job illustrating our love story while...
keeping it short and sweet and even made guest laugh!! He really made our ceremony so memorable for us and our guest. I can’t recommend him enough!
Megan C
5.0
12/28/2025
Rev. Scott was absolutely wonderful, and we truly couldn’t have asked for a better officiant for our wedding day. He made our ceremony so personal and meaningful by beautifully inc...
orporating all the small details from my husband and I’s relationship, which made it incredibly special and memorable.
From start to finish, his communication was amazing—he was attentive, kind, and made the entire process feel easy and stress-free. We genuinely appreciated how much care and thought he put into everything. We loved working with him and would wholeheartedly recommend Rev. Scott to any friends or family looking for an officiant. He was amazing in every way!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2026
Thank you so much Megan, for taking the time to share this. Being part of your wedding day...
truly meant a lot to me. My hope is always to create a ceremony that feels natural, joyful, heartfelt, and completely true to who you are. Hearing that it meant something to you means the world to me. I am wishing you both a lifetime filled with love, laughter, and beautiful moments together
Kelsey E
5.0
10/27/2025
Our experience with Scott was absolutely amazing! He met with us multiple times leading up to the wedding, and from our first conversation we knew we had made the perfect choice fo...
r our officiant! Scott officiated our wedding on 10/5/25 and it was absolutely perfect. He easily was able to share our love story and told it in a way that resembled my husband and I perfectly. We had gotten so many compliments from our guests about how Scott performed our ceremony and thought we had known Scott for years with how he was able to speak to both my husband and I’s story! Not only was Scott an amazing officiant he also checked in on us before the ceremony and stayed with us through pictures for anything we needed including grabbing us drinks to toast with! Thank you again Scott for being a huge contributor to our special day!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2026
Thank you, Kelsey. I really appreciate your kind words. Standing with you on such an impor...
tant day is something I never take lightly. You brought such amazing energy and love into the moment, and I am grateful I could help guide the ceremony in a way that honored that. I am wishing you both peace, joy, and a marriage that keeps growing stronger year after yea
Missy M
5.0
7/28/2025
We are so grateful to have had Scott as part of our wedding day. From the very beginning, he took the time to truly get to know us and our story, which made the ceremony feel incre...
dibly personal and meaningful. He met with us several times ahead of the wedding to ensure everything aligned with our vision, and he followed our requests beautifully. He also added just the right touch of humor, which made the ceremony feel warm, heartfelt, and uniquely “us.”
We felt such a strong connection that we invited him and his wife to join us at the reception—and we were so glad they could celebrate with us! It meant a lot to have someone officiate our ceremony who genuinely cared. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2026
Thank you Missy, for this wonderful review. Celebrating with you was truly a joy. Your con...
nection, your families, and the love in the room made the day incredibly special. I am honored that I was able to help create a ceremony that reflected your hearts and your story. I am cheering you on as you begin this next chapter together.
Gianna R
5.0
6/11/2025
Scott knew we were cram planning as I did not know how much time was left for my grandma who was battling cancer. With that, Scott made this very special. Scott will share your sto...
ry and make it so fun yet so meaningful! My entire family thought we knew Scott personally — that goes to show how comfortable Scott is expressing your story and getting to know you through your entire process. He is an awesome guy, and I had THE BEST Ceremony that I will never forget. Thanks Scott!!!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2026
Thank you Gianna so much for taking the time to share this. Being part of your wedding day...
truly meant a lot to me. My hope is always to create a ceremony that feels natural, joyful, heartfelt, and completely true to who you are. Hearing that it meant something to you means the world to me. I am wishing you both a lifetime filled with love, laughter, and beautiful moments together
Holly K
5.0
5/21/2025
Scott was outstanding!! He was very professional and had a great sense of humor. He brought positive energy and relieved the stress planning the wedding, as well as during the cere...
mony. He was very organized, and knowledgeable. He made sure we (as the bride and groom) were prepared and had several great reminders that we overlooked. He helped layout our ceremony space to make it look perfect. Scott came up with creative ideas to personalize our destination wedding. The script he prepared for the wedding ceremony was far beyond what we expected. Scott perfectly outlined our love story while mixing in a great sense of humor. Also, without being asked he held the train of my dress while I grabbed food and brought us water throughout the hot Florida day. I highly recommend Scott for anyone looking for an officiant in the Tampa area.
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2026
I really appreciate your kind words Holly. Standing with you on such an important day is s...
omething I never take lightly. You brought such amazing energy and love into the moment, and I am grateful I could help guide the ceremony in a way that honored that. I am wishing you both peace, joy, and a marriage that keeps growing stronger year after year.
Mansie H
5.0
5/05/2025
We worked with George at Weddings and Wellness and he did an excellent job officiating our ceremony! He met with us several times over Zoom and in person leading up to the big day ...
to learn our story as a couple and ensure that the speech felt personal to us. It all culminated in many happy tears and laughs from us, our families and all our guests. George was also very professional and a huge help in keeping us on schedule, ensuring we knew where to go/what to do, helped us write our own vows, etc. Thanks for everything, we will cherish the memories forever!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2026
Thank you for this wonderful review. Celebrating with you was truly a joy. Your connection...
, your families, and the love in the room made the day incredibly special. I am honored that I was able to help create a ceremony that reflected your hearts and your story. I am cheering you on as you begin this next chapter together.
Abigail D
5.0
4/07/2025
Scott was so amazing in helping us bring our ceremony vision to life. He took everything that we both had to say about each other and created an entire ceremony with details about ...
our entire relationship.
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2026
This really means a lot to me. My goal is always to make your ceremony feel comfortable, m...
eaningful, and full of heart. Knowing that you felt cared for and supported lets me know I did my job. It was a privilege to be there with you, and I am wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness.
Jenessa M
5.0
4/05/2025
Scott was able to truly tell love story during the ceremony. He was able to create laughs and tears for all our family friends. He made us feel comfortable when we were the center ...
of attention and he will back away for your first kiss as a married couple. I would highly Scott if you want an Officant that would capture your love story beautifully!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2026
Thank you Jenessa for such a thoughtful message. Weddings move so quickly, so I always try...
to help couples slow down, breathe, and really feel the moment. I am so glad the ceremony felt special to you. I am grateful I could be part of your story, and I am wishing you both so much happiness ahead
Eddie N
5.0
3/30/2025
We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant than Scott for our wedding at Del Favero Oasis. He brought a lot of fun and positive energy that put us at ease. He’s a fantastic spea...
ker who made the ceremony feel heartfelt, memorable, and funny. He also gave us great suggestions on how to structure the ceremony. You can tell he genuinely cared. We’re so thankful he was a part of it and would absolutely recommend him.
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2026
This really means a lot to me. My goal is always to make your ceremony feel comfortable, m...
eaningful, and full of heart. Knowing that you felt cared for and supported lets me know I did my job. It was a privilege to be there with you, and I am wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness.
Amela F
5.0
1/29/2025
Hiring Scott to be our officiant was one of the best decisions we made. I knew at the end of our initial phone call that we he was going to be a great fit for us and our wedding. S...
cott is so easy to talk to! He has such a positive and upbeat personality. He really takes the time to get to know you and your significant other. He is very detail oriented and there wasn’t a thing he didn’t hit upon when going over our vision for our ceremony. Even when I didn’t necessarily have all the answers, he was able to provide different suggestions and was patient/reassuring along the way. He created a beautiful narrative for our ceremony that was so unique and beautiful. My guests thought he was great! He truly goes above and beyond. Thanks again Scott!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2026
Thank you Amela for this wonderful review. Celebrating with you was truly a joy. Your conn...
ection, your families, and the love in the room made the day incredibly special. I am honored that I was able to help create a ceremony that reflected your hearts and your story. I am cheering you on as you begin this next chapter together.
Jen R
5.0
1/19/2025
Scott went above and beyond! He met with us multiple times and helped us create the most perfect ceremony. Thank you for making our moment that much more special.
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2026
Thank you for such a thoughtful message. Weddings move so quickly, so I always try to help...
couples slow down, breathe, and really feel the moment. I am so glad the ceremony felt special to you. I am grateful I could be part of your story, and I am wishing you both so much happiness ahead.
Morgan D
5.0
1/16/2025
Scott was absolutely amazing. I didn’t know where to look for an officiant. I looked on the knot and he had great reviews. I got on a call with him to see if it would be a good fit...
and he blew our expectations out of the water. He is very detailed and was very easy to talk to. He went over everything! When it got closer to the wedding we got on a call and went over how my fiancé and I met, how we felt about each other, and went over exactly how the ceremony would go before it happened! Our ceremony was everything I could ask for and more! He made our ceremony fun and you could tell our friends and family were very engaged. Scott stayed after the ceremony which was something that doesn’t go unnoticed. He could have just left after the ceremony but you can tell how much he cares. Such a great guy and I will be recommending him to all my friends that are getting married!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2026
I really appreciate your kind words Morgan. Standing with you on such an important day is ...
something I never take lightly. You brought such amazing energy and love into the moment, and I am grateful I could help guide the ceremony in a way that honored that. I am wishing you both peace, joy, and a marriage that keeps growing stronger year after year.
Alexa A
5.0
12/29/2024
We were absolutely thrilled with our wedding officiant, Scott! From start to finish, he made our ceremony one-of-a-kind, blending heartfelt personalization with just the right amou...
nt of humor. He took the time to get to know us as a couple and told our story beautifully during the ceremony.
His ability to balance emotion and humor was truly remarkable. He had us tearing up one moment and laughing the next, which created such a warm and joyful atmosphere for us and our guests. So many of our friends and family commented afterward on how much they loved the ceremony and how perfectly it captured who we are.
His professionalism, thoughtfulness, and dedication to making our day special was exceptional. If you're looking for an officiant who can create a deeply meaningful and fun experience, Wedding and Wellness is the way to go! We’re so grateful to have had Scott as such an integral part of our day—he truly made it unforgettable!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly an honor to be part of your special da...
y and to help bring your vision for the ceremony to life. Seeing the love and joy you both share made the day unforgettable. Wishing you a lifetime filled with happiness, laughter, and wonderful memories together!
Kaycee N
5.0
12/19/2024
I don't have enough amazing things to say about Scott! When we first got engaged, my husband and I were struggling trying to figure out who to decide to marry us. That's when we tu...
rned to The Knot and came across Scott Lortz who had amazing reviews, all for the right reasons. He was a true professional, and you can tell he knows his stuff. He made our ceremony exactly what we wanted. We had plenty of meetings and phone calls leading up to our ceremony to ensure it was exactly what my husband and I wanted. And better yet, after the ceremony was done, Scott hung around and helped with photos! A true all around awesome guy.
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly an honor to be part of your special da...
y and to help bring your vision for the ceremony to life. Seeing the love and joy you both share made the day unforgettable. Wishing you a lifetime filled with happiness, laughter, and wonderful memories together!
Lina N
5.0
12/05/2024
My husband and I have nothing but kind and positive things to say with our experience with Reverend Scott. He was very accommodating and flexible when meeting with us to discuss th...
e ceremony. He also made the time and effort to personalize the ceremony to fit our personalities, values, and love story.
Additionally, he took the initiative to connect with the wedding coordinator to discuss the timeline and layout of the day for the ceremony. He went above and beyond when he noticed that my husband and I were so caught up with taking photos with family during cocktail hour and grabbed us some appetizers and drinks. It really shows he extends his care beyond the ceremony to support the couple. His attentiveness and kindness towards us from planning the ceremony to the day of was phenomenal and we are so happy that we chose him as our officiant!!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! It was such a joy working with you both to create a...
ceremony that reflected your unique love story. Seeing everything come together so beautifully on your big day was incredibly rewarding. Congratulations again, and I hope married life is everything you’ve dreamed it would be and more!
Caitlyn G
5.0
9/28/2024
Scott officiated our wedding on Sept 13th. From the day we spoke with him months before, he made us feel comfortable with him and his abilities. We were chatting and laughing like ...
old friends within minutes! He took the time to know us and our story to put together a ceremony that was perfectly us. Scott has a way with words that keeps your friends and family engaged and a part of the ceremony with you! And his timing was perfect beating the rain!! I would highly recommend Scott as he is communicative, eloquently spoken, and accommodating to whatever ceremony you have in mind!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
Thank you for your amazing review! Being part of your wedding day was a privilege, and I’m...
so glad to hear that the ceremony was everything you hoped for. Your love for one another was evident in every moment, and it was truly inspiring to witness. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if there’s ever another special moment I can help celebrate!
JP J
5.0
9/24/2024
Scott is a fantastic officiant and I’m so happy my wife and I found him. He took time to get to know us and really cater the ceremony towards us and what we wanted. The ceremony it...
self was perfect and I can’t recommend him enough!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! It was such a joy working with you both to create a...
ceremony that reflected your unique love story. Seeing everything come together so beautifully on your big day was incredibly rewarding. Congratulations again, and I hope married life is everything you’ve dreamed it would be and more!
Rachel G
5.0
7/09/2024
We had an incredible experience with Scott! He went above and beyond what we could have imagined for the entire process. From our sessions talking with him to create a foundation f...
or our marriage, to our wedding weekend, we were so thrilled! He personalized our ceremony perfectly and made it feel authentic to us. Our guests adored him and MANY mentioned after the ceremony how it was the most beautiful officiating they had ever seen! Scott made the entire process more special (and much less stressful!) for us. He is our favorite decision we made when picking people for our wedding!! He genuinely cares for his couples.
Hailey B
5.0
6/19/2024
We interviewed a few different officiants and decided to go with Scott from Weddings and Wellness. We are very happy with our choice! Scott made the vow/ceremony so easy. He took t...
ime to learn our story, meet with us and chat with us, and ultimately create a beautiful ceremony with all the elements we'd hoped to include. We had such great feedback from our guests on how fun, engaging, and heartfelt that our ceremony was. Would highly recommend Weddings and Wellness!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
Thank you for your heartfelt review—it truly means so much to me. Every couple has a uniqu...
e story, and it’s always a joy to help bring that to life in a way that feels meaningful to you.
I’m honored to have been part of your wedding day and to witness the love and connection you share. Congratulations again, and I hope the future is filled with amazing adventures and beautiful memories!
Morgan M
5.0
6/11/2024
Wow… where do I even begin with Scott? The first thing that comes to my mind is that we are so grateful we chose him as our officiant. During the wedding planning process he was so...
helpful and made sure everything was going as smooth and seamless as possible. He would check in the ensure we were ready for the big day. He asked us questions that really helped him get to know my husband and I better. He was able to get to know us and our story and create a perfect ceremony. Our ceremony was beyond perfect. It was better than I could’ve ever expected. Most brides/grooms are nervous during the ceremony, but Scott made the energy so powerful and positive that we had no nerves and just felt like we were on top of the world. He made our friends/family laugh and have a great time. He even stayed a little after the ceremony to ensure everything was perfect before he left. I recommend Scott to be the best officiant you could have and I’m so blessed and lucky we found him. Scott, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for everything.
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! Being part of your special day was a true honor, an...
d I’m thrilled to hear how much you appreciated the experience. Creating a meaningful and personalized ceremony is always my goal, and it’s so rewarding to know it resonated with you.
Wishing you both a lifetime of love, laughter, and happiness. It was a privilege to be part of the start of your new chapter together!
Kelsey T
5.0
5/27/2024
We could not be happier with our decision to have Scott officiate our wedding and could not recommend him enough! He was incredibly personable and made our ceremony the perfect com...
bination of sentimental and fun! Multiple people came up to us after the ceremony and asked us how long we knew Scott! His attention to detail and authentic effort to get to know us, made the ceremony an experience more than just a formality before the “real party” could start.
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
I’m so grateful for your thoughtful review and kind words. Helping couples celebrate their...
love in a way that feels authentic and memorable is what I strive for with every ceremony. It means the world to me to know I could make your day special.
Thank you again for letting me share in your journey. Wishing you both endless joy and love in the years ahead!
Taylor R
5.0
5/09/2024
We could not have asked for a better officiant than Scott! Scotts communication from the beginning was clear and productive. He took our story and produced an amazing, laid back an...
d personalized ceremony for us. We laughed and cried happy tears. Scott was extremely friendly and personable and I would recommend him every time. Thank you Scott!!!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
Thank you for your amazing review! Being part of your wedding day was a privilege, and I’m...
so glad to hear that the ceremony was everything you hoped for. Your love for one another was evident in every moment, and it was truly inspiring to witness. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if there’s ever another special moment I can help celebrate!
Junica Carla L
5.0
5/06/2024
Scott is so compassionate, extremely helpful, and SUPER charismatic! He’s been so supportive and does such an amazing job easing the nerves throughout the entire time of wedding pl...
anning since finding him. He really tuned into how my husband and I are as individuals and as a couple and truly did look out for our wellness. Since we were a destination couple, he was super accommodating to our schedule and consistent when we would meet. He gave a lot of great advice and really helped us think about things we didn’t even consider. Not only was he so thoughtful of us and our guests, but even of our friends! We had a friend who was about to get married the week after us and he was so nervous since their officiant was new, and Scott did not hesitate in helping ease his nerves and gave a very helpful rundown of what to expect. Scott is a perfect officiant for those who want someone easy going, thoughtful, charismatic, flexible, and overall genuine in every interaction you’ll have with him.
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
Thank you so much for this incredibly thoughtful review! It was truly a joy to work with y...
ou both and be part of such a meaningful time in your lives. Being a support system during your wedding planning journey and ensuring everything felt calm and intentional was so important to me, and I’m so glad it resonated with you.
Getting to know you as individuals and as a couple made crafting your ceremony such a special experience. I’m touched that even your friends felt supported—helping others feel confident and prepared is something I’m always happy to do.
It was an honor to be your officiant and to share in your beautiful day. Wishing you and your husband all the love and happiness in this next chapter of your lives!
Warmly,
Brittney W
5.0
5/05/2024
Scott was amazing! We knew from the first phone call with him that he was going to be the perfect person to officiate our little ceremony. He went above and beyond to make our cere...
mony reflect our love story and he even held my vows and helped fix my gown and veil once I made it down the aisle since we did a small elopement with our mothers present! I couldn't have asked for a better ceremony.
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
I’m so grateful for your thoughtful review and kind words. Helping couples celebrate their...
love in a way that feels authentic and memorable is what I strive for with every ceremony. It means the world to me to know I could make your day special.
Thank you again for letting me share in your journey. Wishing you both endless joy and love in the years ahead!
Bruno F
5.0
4/27/2024
Rev. Scott was a blessing. We wanted an officiant that matched our personalities and energy and he fit the bill precisely! From our first interaction with him we knew he would be...
the one. He was responsive, accommodating and personable. Rev. Scott took the time to get to know us personally and as a couple, and was willing to work with us around our busy schedules. His attention to the details of our story was truly appreciated. He is witty, fun loving, and not afraid to insert humor when appropriate while still maintaining the integrity of the occasion. We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant on our special day and we cannot thank him enough. Bruno and Kedisha.
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
Thank you for your heartfelt review—it truly means so much to me. Every couple has a uniqu...
e story, and it’s always a joy to help bring that to life in a way that feels meaningful to you.
I’m honored to have been part of your wedding day and to witness the love and connection you share. Congratulations again, and I hope the future is filled with amazing adventures and beautiful memories!
Jessica S
5.0
4/24/2024
Scott is the best! My husband and I did premarital counselling with him, and he officiated our wedding. I would highly recommend Scott for counselling sessions. First of all, going...
to counselling or therapy doesn’t mean anything is wrong or isn’t working it means that you care. You care for and love your person so much that you’d want to take time and give each other a safe space to explore all subjects of life. And Scott helps you with that, he has a variety of subjects that he’ll help you discuss with your partner and add a perspective that you might not have even considered. All of us have unique minds and how we think of things, so it’s no wonder that someone else, even the one closest to you will think about things a little differently than you, and that’s ok. Even when it gets you confused or frustrated at times, Scott has great tools that will help you communicate better and even understand each other at a deeper level. He takes the time to get to know you and your partners love story, how you met, what your relationship is like and what you want your future to be. There are some subjects that come up that are important to think about and consider before you get married.
As an officiant Scott was wonderful, and like I mentioned before, he gets to know you. Whether you do counselling with him or not, he wants to speak with you and know your love story and this plays an intricate part of how he’ll officiate your wedding. He is very charismatic and will holds your guest’s attention, he’s mindful of photographers and also your personal touch to the ceremony. After our ceremony, my husband and I were approached by several guests that told us how great Scott was and that he did an amazing job! It made us feel so good that for the most important part of the day our guest enjoyed themselves.
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was an absolute honor to guide you through prema...
rital counseling and officiate your wedding. I’m so glad the counseling sessions helped deepen your connection and brought new perspectives to your relationship.
Getting to know your love story and creating a ceremony that reflected who you are as a couple was such a joy. Hearing that your guests enjoyed the ceremony as much as you did truly means the world to me.
Thank you for trusting me with such important moments in your lives. Wishing you both endless love and happiness in the years ahead!
Warm regards,
Andrea M
5.0
4/14/2024
Scott was not only friendly, but he was also professional, timely and accommodating. We had a lot in our ceremony (guest vows, regular vows, rind exchanges, hand fasting/binding, a...
nd a sword ceremony) and he handled it all flawlessly and worked with our requests and made it all very natural. From the initial contact of me leaving him a voicemail, he texted me as soon as he could to let me know he was about to step into a wedding but wanted to talk to us more, instead of just ignoring us until later. He spoke about our wants and needs and who we were, and once booked with him, he also made time to do a relationship "check in" with us and just see how we are doing, etc. and offered a lot of really good tips and perspective on ourselves and the relationship we hadn't realized before. He made sure we were happy with the plan for the wedding, the verbiage, etc. He was very thorough. They ceremony went great and while we were worried it would see like we had too much going on, it was natural. And I'm glad it didn't just speed by. He helped us while we were getting our pictures taken and got us or held whatever we needed then. He even filed our certificate for us, which was very helpful! 10/10 recommend! The day wouldn't have been the same without him!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
Thank you for your amazing review! Being part of your wedding day was a privilege, and I’m...
so glad to hear that the ceremony was everything you hoped for. Your love for one another was evident in every moment, and it was truly inspiring to witness. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if there’s ever another special moment I can help celebrate!
Jill G
5.0
4/13/2024
From the moment we spoke to Scott on the phone we knew we found our guy! It felt as if we had known him for years. I initially reached out to him based on his reviews I was seeing ...
and they were all right. Scott dove in to ask all the important questions to get to know us. Something which was just magnified as it got closer to our day with our multiple emails, phone calls and our final Zoom chat. He was able to capture the pieces of us we wanted and also allowed room for us to add our final touches to make it all authentically us. Between all the nervous emails and texts, Scott went above and beyond to ease my mind and remind me that everything is going to be beautiful. Even the day of, when each of us met Scott in person, he was there like a cheerleader/coach/bestie on the sidelines reminding us to breathe and a to take a minute to remember each moment and take it all in. He was even like my Man Of Honor, fixing my dress and handing my bouquet off! We couldn't be happier with our choice in selecting someone to bring us together on our special day. He made it ours, perfectly. Thank you Scott for being a huge part of our day.
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
Thank you so much for this beautiful review! From our first phone call, I knew working wit...
h you both was going to be something special. It was such an honor to get to know you, dive into your story, and help create a ceremony that was truly "you."
I’m so glad I could help ease any nerves along the way and be a source of support, whether it was answering emails, adding those final touches, or being your cheerleader on the big day. Seeing everything come together and watching you both soak in the moment was unforgettable.
Thank you for trusting me to be part of such a meaningful chapter in your lives. It was a privilege to stand beside you and bring your vision to life. Wishing you a lifetime of love, laughter, and cherished memories!
With gratitude,
Kaylie B
5.0
4/07/2024
Scott was great! He went above and beyond our expectations, working with my husband and I on pre martial counseling. We had fun, and he helped us dive deeper into our relationship ...
emotionally and through different problem solving techniques. I really feel like I grew closer to my husband through these zoom calls with Scott.
A week before the wedding we dropped off our wedding certificate to Scott, he met us at Iceburg Cold plunge in St Pete to sauna and cold plunge with us! Before the wedding he asked us questions I did not even think about that we needed to consider before wedding day. He sent us the whole script ahead of time for us to review and let us pick out the Bible verses we wanted to incorporate. He stated our story about Alex ( my now husband ) so well! He made it funny and sentimental at the same time. Truly amazing how he incorporated crowd emotion into the ceremony.
I would 100 percent recommend Scott to be your wedding officiant! Do a couple of counseling sessions and you wont regret it!!!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
Thank you for your heartfelt review—it truly means so much to me. Every couple has a uniqu...
e story, and it’s always a joy to help bring that to life in a way that feels meaningful to you.
I’m honored to have been part of your wedding day and to witness the love and connection you share. Congratulations again, and I hope the future is filled with amazing adventures and beautiful memories!
Jessica R
5.0
4/02/2024
We hired Weddings & Wellness (Scott) to officiate our wedding ceremony. We read the reviews and decided to chat with Scott over the phone. We ended up chatting for close to an hour...
and we felt very comfortable with him. He asked all the right questions and made us feel he would be the perfect fit. We hired Scott & are extremely happy that we did! 5/5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️! We had a couple phone calls with Scott & he even met up with us at Starbucks to discuss all the details before the big day. He gave us advice and we enjoyed talking with him. We wrote our love stories and Scott used them to really get to know us as a couple. He did an AMAZING job with the ceremony script! On the wedding day he was on time (early) & everything went beautifully! He had everyone laughing and our guests loved how great of a speaker he was. Our ceremony was perfect & we have Scott to thank for that 😊 We are so happy that we chose Scott to officiate our wedding! We would recommend him to anyone & everyone. Stop looking & book Wedding & Wellness. You will not regret it.
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
Thank you so much for this incredible review! I’m beyond grateful for the opportunity to b...
e part of such a special day in your lives. From our first phone call to meeting at Starbucks and crafting your love stories, it was truly a joy to get to know you both and create a ceremony that reflected your unique connection.
Hearing that your guests enjoyed the ceremony and that it brought laughter and joy to your big day means so much to me. It’s always my goal to make the experience memorable and meaningful for everyone involved.
Thank you for trusting me with such an important moment and for your kind words of recommendation. It was an honor to be your officiant, and I wish you a lifetime of love, happiness, and laughter together!
Warm regards,
Krystal D
5.0
3/27/2024
Scott Lortz was absolutely amazing!!! We chose to do premarital counseling with him and it was SO helpful. With the chaos of planning a wedding, he helped keep us focused on what m...
attered and reminded us to let go of what doesn’t. My husband and I feel closer than ever thanks to his counseling and guidance in discussions. HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
Thank you for your heartfelt review—it truly means so much to me. Every couple has a uniqu...
e story, and it’s always a joy to help bring that to life in a way that feels meaningful to you.
I’m honored to have been part of your wedding day and to witness the love and connection you share. Congratulations again, and I hope the future is filled with amazing adventures and beautiful memories!
Allison C
5.0
2/17/2024
If you are looking for an officiant who will really get to know you, make your story personalized, and ensure that your day runs perfectly, look no further! Scott made our ceremony...
better than we ever could have expected. We are so grateful for the four weeks of couples coaching that we did with him, and feel we are set up with all of the tools for a successful marriage. Our guests loved the ceremony, and enjoyed getting to know more about our story. It felt like it was being told from someone who has known us for twenty years. We absolutely cannot recommend Scott enough!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
I’m so grateful for your thoughtful review and kind words. Helping couples celebrate their...
love in a way that feels authentic and memorable is what I strive for with every ceremony. It means the world to me to know I could make your day special.
Thank you again for letting me share in your journey. Wishing you both endless joy and love in the years ahead
Danny G
5.0
2/07/2024
Scott was very professional and attentive to detail. He was recommended to us by our wedding planner and we could not of been happier with Scott. He met with us a few times over zo...
om and Facetime and truly got to know us. Our ceremony was very special and we received a lot of positive feedback on how amazing Scott was from our guests. Thank you Scott for everything!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
I’m so grateful for your thoughtful review and kind words. Helping couples celebrate their...
love in a way that feels authentic and memorable is what I strive for with every ceremony. It means the world to me to know I could make your day special.
Thank you again for letting me share in your journey. Wishing you both endless joy and love in the years ahead
Sierra C
5.0
1/08/2024
Rev. Scott was exactly what we were looking for! He truly captured our love story and was also extremely open to any customization we wanted. Rev. Scott was so easy to talk to and ...
went above and beyond making us feel special on our big day. I could not have imagined having anyone else officiate our magical day. ❤️
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2025
Thank you for your heartfelt review—it truly means so much to me. Every couple has a uniqu...
e story, and it’s always a joy to help bring that to life in a way that feels meaningful to you.
I’m honored to have been part of your wedding day and to witness the love and connection you share. Congratulations again, and I hope the future is filled with amazing adventures and beautiful memories!
Roberto N
5.0
12/22/2023
We had the absolute pleasure of having Scott as the officiant for our wedding, and he exceeded all expectations. From the outset, Scott took the time to understand our love story, ...
personalizing the ceremony beautifully. His warmth and enthusiasm made the entire process enjoyable. Beyond officiating, he went above and beyond—ensuring we stayed hydrated, extending his time to assist with various aspects of the wedding. The highlight was his heartfelt speech that not only moved us but captivated all our guests. Everyone at the wedding loved Scott, and his genuine passion for his work truly made our day unforgettable. We wholeheartedly recommend him to any couple seeking an exceptional officiant who goes the extra mile to create a magical wedding experience.
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2024
Hi Roberto and Cody,
Your review means the world to me! Thank you for allowing me to be a...
part of such an important and joyous occasion in your lives. It's couples like you that make my role as a wedding officiant so rewarding. Cheers to many years of happiness and love! 🥂
Mena G
5.0
12/20/2023
We can not recommend Rev. Scott enough!!! We had our wedding in July this year and we wanted to wait for the pictures to really show how truly great Rev. Scott was during our weddi...
ng! He went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and confident in our day since the first time we had a conversation. He was patient, kind, and FUN! We had a hot hot wedding in July (outside) and he managed to encompass everything we needed in a fun, funny, loving, and quick way! We had some of our friends share how they would've preferred to have Rev. Scott do their weddings! Thank you so much Scott - we are truly grateful for such an amazing ceremony. We were truly blessed to have you!
HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2024
Hi Mena and Richard,
Your review means the world to me! Thank you for allowing me to be a...
part of such an important and joyous occasion in your lives. It's couples like you that make my role as a wedding officiant so rewarding. Cheers to many years of happiness and love! 🥂
Morgan M
5.0
12/13/2023
We cannot thank Scott enough for his guidance through the wedding process. He went above and beyond as our officiant; helping us think through logistics and day-of needs. Scott is ...
professional, personable, and the storyteller you want to orchestrate your special day. Highly recommend!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2024
Hi Morgan,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was an absolute honor to be a part o...
f your special day and to help make your ceremony as memorable as possible. Wishing you both a lifetime of love and happiness! 🥂💕
Jessie W
5.0
12/11/2023
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! - Where to even begin!! My husband and I were super nervous trying to find the perfect officiant for our wedding since we were going very outside the norm of a t...
raditional ceremony. Also we lived in CT and we’re getting married in FL so trusting someone that we wouldn’t meet until the day of, was very scary. - We came across Rev. Scott on wedding wire and was blown away by how many styles of wedding ceremonies he has done and offers. We set up a zoom meeting to discuss what we were looking for and to simply get to know each other. After that meeting, we knew we were in great hands. From there he sent us a page of questions for us to fill out individually to help tell our story from both of our point of views. He was super organized and answered our emails/texts in such a timely manner. - Then the big day came and since we were having a more relaxed wedding, (jeans, a vest and cowboy boots for the men), Rev Scott was nervous about what to wear haha. But let me tell you, he won “outfit of the day” from everyone and was just an all around joy to have at the wedding. He truly went ABOVE AND BEYOND! He was even bringing max and I beverages and passed hors d’oeuvres while we were doing picture. He was just the perfect fit for our wedding and we could not have picked a better person to tell our story and share our big day with. Thank you so so much Rev. Scott for everything and we will send you some photos once we get them ❤️ - Jessie & Max
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2024
Hi Jessie and Robert
I'm deeply touched by your review! Being part of your wedding was tr...
uly a highlight for me. Your love story is inspiring, and I'm grateful to have been able to contribute to your day. Best wishes on this wonderful journey, as you build your new life together.
Jeffery R
5.0
12/11/2023
Me and my husband used Scott for our wedding on November 11th and he was amazing! My husband sent me three links from The Knot in February, Wedding and Wellness was my first choice...
after looking through all the photos on his page. Scott was smiling in every photo and has same-sex couples on the page so I knew he would be great for us. That night we contacted Scott and immediately fell in love with the idea of him officiating our wedding. Scott got to know us, and we did four hours of the premarital counseling which helped us both out drastically. When it became time for the wedding, we looked at the ceremony script and Scott nailed it! On the day of the wedding Scott brought his charisma and did everything amazingly! He even went above and beyond by making sure we both had drinks during all of the photos. We both highly recommend using Scott for your wedding day.
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2024
Hi Jeffery and Thim,
Your review means the world to me! Thank you for allowing me to be a...
part of such an important and joyous occasion in your lives. It's couples like you that make my role as a wedding officiant so rewarding. Cheers to many years of happiness and love! 🥂
Olivia B
5.0
12/09/2023
Scott was absolutely amazing. He was a joy to work with and was extremely organized. He exceeded our wildest dreams. He got to know us personally and all of our story. The ceremony...
that he created was something out of a fairy tail and I couldn’t imagine any better than the way he executed it. It was personalized just for us and our story and it was absolutely beautiful. We got nothing but compliments and praises for how beautiful the ceremony was from all of our guests. It was the best experience possible and I would recommend to anyone and everyone.
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2024
Hi Olivia,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was an absolute honor to be a part o...
f your special day and to help make your ceremony as memorable as possible. Wishing you both a lifetime of love and happiness! 🥂💕
John H
5.0
12/02/2023
We cannot recommend Scott and Weddings & Wellness enough if you’re looking for a wedding officiant. It was clear from our first call that Scott was different - He asked really thou...
ghtful questions, and felt really invested in getting to know what kind of wedding we wanted to have, not just fitting us into a box of what he always does (which is the vibe we got from some other potential officiants). He had several planning calls with us before grabbing coffee once we got into town (we live in CA but were getting married in FL). He spent hours getting to know us and our love stories and was so responsive to our feedback and requests about how we wanted our wedding to feel. Our ceremony was the most meaningful part of our wedding for lots of reasons, and Scott was a huge part of making it so special. We had so many guests since his praises specifically, and we felt so taken care of. Although we’ll only be getting married once, we’d hire him again in a heartbeat. We strongly recommend Weddings & Wellness!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2024
Hi John and Sarah,
I'm overjoyed to hear that you were pleased with my services! Thank yo...
u for trusting me to officiate your wedding. It was an amazing day, and I'm glad to have been able to contribute to making it special. Wishing you both all the best as you embark on this exciting journey together! 💖
Katie U
5.0
11/27/2023
If you’re looking for a perfectly tailored and unique wedding ceremony for you and your partner, Reverand Scott is the officiant for you! He made sure to get our story of how we me...
t, and our journey as a couple so far. He was always mindful of what we wanted to have in our wedding, what traditions to keep and what to leave out. And especially the wording of everything. You can tell that this is his passion, and he truly wants to create a sacred space for you and your partner that will be memorable. He crafted a ceremony that not only was fun and told our story, but reminded us to stop and pause, and take in the moments and let us reflect as well. He was punctual, friendly, entertaining, and helpful. He works with all of your other vendors as well, helpful hints for the photographer, cues to the dj, just very organized which put my mind as ease. Everyone kept commenting on how unique the ceremony was and how great of a speaker Reverand Scott is. You don’t need to look any further, book him for your wedding and you’re going to be so happy that you did!!!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2024
Hi Katie and Evan,
I'm deeply touched by your review! Being part of your wedding was trul...
y a highlight for me. Your love story is inspiring, and I'm grateful to have been able to contribute to your day. Best wishes on this wonderful journey, as you build your new life together.
Abbigail C
5.0
11/25/2023
Scott was a pleasure to work with. Scott was very professional and organized, and he was very detailed. Scott created the perfect ceremony for us and eased our nerves, he made sure...
we thought of all the small details we didn't realize mattered. We enjoyed Scott’s energy and enthusiasm, it was a breath of fresh air and he had no issues with us wanting a non-religious ceremony. He was so quick with getting our marriage certificate processed and made sure we had a copy as soon as possible. We highly recommend Scott and can't thank him enough.
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2024
Hi Abbigail,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was an absolute honor to be a part...
of your special day and to help make your ceremony as memorable as possible. Wishing you both a lifetime of love and happiness! 🥂💕
Alyssa W
5.0
11/13/2023
Scott truly made our wedding ceremony one we will never forget. He was a true professional and took the time to get to know us and our story. Then really taking the time to underst...
and that we wanted a light, yet meaningful ceremony. Everything was truly perfect. He guided us the whole way, made us feel comfortable and less nervous during our ceremony, included our children in the ceremony, as well as our shot unity ceremony. He had people engaged, laughing, and fully focused on us. Afterwards, he stayed around and even ensured we had a cocktail in hand! If we could go back and do it again, we would choose Scott 100 times to officiate our wedding! Our Family and Friends said it was the best ceremony they had ever seen, so THANK YOU Scott for making our day so special!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2024
Hi Alyssa,
Your review means the world to me! Thank you for allowing me to be a part of s...
uch an important and joyous occasion in your lives. It's couples like you that make my role as a wedding officiant so rewarding. Cheers to many years of happiness and love! 🥂
Marissa T
5.0
11/09/2023
Reverend Scott officiated our wedding on 6/10/2023. We had the most wonderful experience from our first phone consult with him. He was organized, professional, welcoming, and put u...
s instantly at ease. There was thoughtful care put into every aspect of our ceremony from the words said, positioning of people, placement of items, and so on. Our guests were blown away by the personalization and level of details Reverend Scott provided. We wholeheartedly recommend him!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2024
Hi Marissa,
I'm deeply touched by your review! Being part of your wedding was truly a hig...
hlight for me. Your love story is inspiring, and I'm grateful to have been able to contribute to your day. Best wishes on this wonderful journey, as you build your new life together
Brittany S
5.0
11/07/2023
When I look back on our wedding day, the ceremony is one of my favorites memories! Scott crafted a beautiful, unique and personal ceremony sharing our love story with our family an...
d we could not have been happier with the outcome! I would highly recommend Scott to any couple, especially if you want your ceremony customized specially for you. I also think back to our pre-wedding counseling session where he taught us some great tips on communication. Thank you again Scott for a beautiful ceremony and experience!
Response from Weddings and Wellness on 01/01/2024
Hi Brittany,
Your review means the world to me! Thank you for allowing me to be a part of...
such an important and joyous occasion in your lives. It's couples like you that make my role as a wedding officiant so rewarding. Cheers to many years of happiness and love! 🥂
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