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VaVow Ceremonies is owned by Steven Belec; Steven is an ordained officiant and open to all. He believes that your wedding ceremony should be a reflection of your unique love story – a heartfelt expression of your commitment to one another. He is passionate about creating ceremonies that are not only beautiful and meaningful but also deeply personal and authentic.

Experience the VaVow Difference

As your wedding officiant, Steve will work closely with you to create a ceremony that is tailored to your specific wishes and preferences. He will take the time to get to know you as a couple and understand your backgrounds, beliefs, and values. This allows him to craft a ceremony that is truly your own, filled with the elements that hold special meaning for you.

Your Ceremony, Your Way

Whether you envision a traditional ceremony, a more modern and personalized approach, or something in between, we are here to make your vision a reality. We are also experienced in performing interfaith and intercultural ceremonies, and we welcome couples of all backgrounds.

Your Peace of Mind

We understand that planning a wedding can be a stressful time. That's why we strive to make the process as easy and stress-free as possible. We will take care of all the ceremony details and work closely with your vendors so you can focus on enjoying your special day. We invite you to contact us today to learn more about our services. We would be honored to be a part of your wedding celebration.

VaVow Ceremonies is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

  • LGBTQ+-owned

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical price for your wedding services?

$575

Which of the following are included in the price?

Ceremony Rehearsal

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$175

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$175

What is the starting price for pre-marital counseling (per session)?

$15

What types of weddings and events do you provide services for?

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal
Civil Union

What services do you provide?

Premarital Counseling

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Catholic
Earth-Based
Jewish
No Denomination
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.
30-60 mins.
60+ mins.

In which states are you licensed?

CT
ME
MA
NH
RI

What languages do you speak?

English
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Reviews of VaVow Ceremonies

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VaVow Ceremonies, particularly officiated by Steven, receives glowing reviews for personalized, heartfelt ceremonies that exceed couples\' expectations. Steven is praised for his communication, warmth, and attention to detail, taking the time to understand each couple\'s story and values. Reviewers appreciate how Steven incorporates personal anecdotes, customized elements, and provides guidance throughout the planning process, creating intimate and meaningful ceremonies that leave a lasting impact on couples and guests alike. His professionalism and dedication to crafting unique ceremonies make VaVow Ceremonies a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a personalized wedding experience.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

VaVow Ceremonies, particularly officiated by Steven, receives glowing reviews for personalized, heartfelt ceremonies that exceed couples\' expectations. Steven is praised for his communication, warmth, and attention to detail, taking the time to understand each couple\'s story and values. Reviewers appreciate how Steven incorporates personal anecdotes, customized elements, and provides guidance throughout the planning process, creating intimate and meaningful ceremonies that leave a lasting impact on couples and guests alike. His professionalism and dedication to crafting unique ceremonies make VaVow Ceremonies a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a personalized wedding experience.

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Alli K. Sent on 07/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Vow Renewal Ceremony

My husband and I are not from the Boston area, so we started our research into finding vendors for a ceremony from scratch. Steve ended up being such an amazing part of our day! Steve took the time to get to know us individually and as a couple, so the ceremony was everything we hoped it would be. Not only did he take the time to get to know us, he guided us through our entire day based on what we needed. He offered guidance through music, the ceremony, any traditions we wanted to use, vows, etc. This allowed us to plan for the day with an ease of mind. Thanks, Steve!
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Carly Z. Sent on 06/24/2024
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Beautiful Custom Ceremony

We could not have found a better officiant for our wedding than Steven at VaVow Ceremonies. My partner and I have been together for 10 years and we really wanted a custom ceremony that was about the long journey we've already been on together. Steven took the time to plan multiple hour long conversations with the both of us and individually to get to know us and our story better. These conversations felt extremely well thought out and comfortable and gave us the space to share exactly what we wanted to be incorporated into our ceremony. Besides the great discussions Steven prepared, he also provided a lot of information about marriage licenses, changing names, and other information that seems to get lost when planning a wedding. He also gave us great ideas to include in our ceremony like a reading and silent meditation moment. Before the wedding Steven made sure everyone was in the right places, kept us calm and in the moment before one of the most special moments of our lives. We did not read the entire ceremony script before the wedding which made it that much more special hearing it for the first time during our ceremony. We were speechless hearing the beautiful way he shared our story with our loved ones and tied in pieces from our prior conversations. Everyone including us was blown away by the entire ceremony and family members asked us afterward if Steven was our friend because he knew us so well. My favorite part about working with Steven was the way he listened to what we wanted and provided suggestions based on our ideas. The communication was great throughout the entire process and it was a truly enjoyable experience working together. I would highly recommend VaVow Ceremonies to anyone looking for a custom ceremony for their wedding.
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Darshit C. Sent on 06/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Very Professional bringing in a personal touch to the ceremony

Steven is very professional. He made sure that he asked the right questions, understood our story and designed a very personal ceremony! Couldn't have asked for anything more. Definitely recommended!
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Steven Belec
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VaVow's Owner and principal ordained officiant, Steven Belec, will immerse himself into your love story to craft a wedding ceremony that will capture the essence of your love and be forever etched in your memories. Steven has officiated weddings throughout New England since 2010.

Steven serves all people, of all traditions, faiths, beliefs and backgrounds. He specializes in non-sectarian wedding services for couples who may not have a traditional church or faith-based affiliation, may not share the same faith or have specific spiritual needs in a ceremony.

Steven understands that a ceremony has the power to amplify your love for each other. He believes all ceremonies should be customized to each unique couple. His passion is creating a ceremony that reflects who each of you are individually, your relationship to each other and the love of those surrounding you. He strives to weave magic into your wedding day and create an experience that will forever hold a special place in your hearts.

Steven’s approach to officiating is one of gratitude, joy, connection and wonder. At the heart of his officiating is a deep-rooted commitment to accompanying others on their journeys. Through collaboration and sharing during the planning process, he creates a ceremony that honors backgrounds, cultural traditions, and storytelling as mechanisms to honor a couple’s love authentically.

Steven’s passion for loving ceremonies is informed by his professional career of service to others. He has over 25 years of experience at healthcare, nonprofit and government agencies. He has a Master of Business Administration from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and a Master of Public Administration from Suffolk University. He resides in Boston, Massachusetts with his husband.

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