I am an ordained minister, and I officiate weddings, all sorts of wonderful weddings - large and small, opposite sex and same sex, religious and secular, formal and informal, first, second, and third weddings (even a fifth), weddings inside the church, outside the church, and lots of other locations.

I have been marrying couples since 1998, when I graduated from Columbia Seminary (Presbyterian - PCUSA) and first became licensed (United Church of Christ - UCC). I was ordained in the International Christian Community Churches and later also affiliated with Rose Ministries. I have served as a pastor to two progressive communities of faith, but spend most of my working time as a university adjunct, teaching Religion, Ethics, Critical Thinking, and Humanities courses.

I have enjoyed every unique and beautiful wedding experience. I have married couples in high winds on top of Chimney Rock, on a bridge over the Chattahoochee River, and in peaceful valleys surrounded by mountains.

I have married couples in castles, in apartments, in churches, with language interpreters, in back yards, under twinkling lights in downtown venues, and on gorgeous farms with receptions in the barn.

I have married dear friends and lovely strangers whom I met on the day of their ceremony. Whether you are having a traditional wedding, or something entirely fresh, I am happy to officiate and help you enjoy yours.

The small lovely sanctuary and beautiful grounds of Abiding Savior Lutheran Church in Fairview, NC, is the perfect spot for destination weddings of 100 or fewer guests.

If you don't have a venue, we can help.

Fees

Officiating services - $ 495
Sanctuary, one hour - $ 100; half day $300

Half of the fee will hold your date and must be paid in advance.
The entire fee must be paid on or before the wedding date.

I accept cash, all major credit cards, and debit cards.
I am unable to accept checks.

For those who need a marriage license in Asheville (Buncombe County), here is the information link:
Buncombe County Marriage License Information

For more information, please email me at
ccook@mhu.edu
or call or text me at 828-553-5105
(if texting or emailing, please put "wedding" in the first line).
I respond within 24 hours.

I appreciate your business, and it is an honor to officiate your wedding.