Rent A Preacher Reviews
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Quality of service 4.9 out of 5 rating
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Becca W. Sent on 10/09/20225 out of 5 rating
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Bride and Groom
Russ listened to what we wanted and nailed it. It was the perfect ceremony we could have ever asked for.Russ listened to what we wanted and nailed it. It was the perfect ceremony we could have ever asked for.Rent A Preacher's reply:
You two were a hoot to work with. Be good to each other.
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Dustin F. Sent on 09/17/20225 out of 5 rating
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Just amazing
He did an amazing job. His delivery was top notch. The ceremony he put together for us was amazing he took time to get to know us as a couple and customize his service to that. Would highly recommend.He did an amazing job. His delivery was top notch. The ceremony he put together for us was amazing he took time to get to know us as a couple and customize his service to that. Would highly recommend.Rent A Preacher's reply:
Thank you! For Great tome and you have 2 new friends!
Blessings always, in all ways.
Rev. Russ
Qapla!
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Kelsey Sent on 09/05/20225 out of 5 rating
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A wonderful Ceremony!
Rev Russ was great to work with! On rehearsal night, I was running around like crazy to get decor set up on a hot day. He could tell I was overwhelmed and hot, he gave me a water and made sure I drank it to keep hydrated!! Our ceremony was beautiful and he is such a great speaker. He even added in some ideas that I had sent him! I highly recommend!!Rev Russ was great to work with! On rehearsal night, I was running around like crazy to get decor set up on a hot day. He could tell I was overwhelmed and hot, he gave me a water and made sure I drank it to keep hydrated!! Our ceremony was beautiful and he is such a great speaker. He even added in some ideas that I had sent him! I highly recommend!!Rent A Preacher's reply:
Kelsey and Dustin, firstly congratulations on getting hitched and surviving the shot ski.
Thank you for the kind words.
Blessings always,
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Erin Sent on 12/25/20195 out of 5 rating
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Our ceremony was perfect
Reverend Russ was a pleasure to work with! We met with him twice before the wedding, and we had no doubt in our minds that he would provide a wonderful ceremony for us. He was professional, knowledgeable, and performed our ceremony with a traditional yet light-hearted feel. Also, we wanted our ceremony to be 20-30 minutes long, and our ceremony was exactly 20 minutes - perfect!! Thank you so much Reverend Russ, you made our day so special.Reverend Russ was a pleasure to work with! We met with him twice before the wedding, and we had no doubt in our minds that he would provide a wonderful ceremony for us. He was professional, knowledgeable, and performed our ceremony with a traditional yet light-hearted feel. Also, we wanted our ceremony to be 20-30 minutes long, and our ceremony was exactly 20 minutes - perfect!! Thank you so much Reverend Russ, you made our day so special.Rent A Preacher's reply:
You two were such fun to work with.
Have a blessed live together.
Remember “I’m not crying, you’re crying” LOL -
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Kathy A. Sent on 02/22/20225 out of 5 rating
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Just what we wanted!
Reverend Russ was great and very responsive to my numerous emails! He spent time getting to know us and tailored our ceremony to our personalities. Very prompt and professional…highly recommend!Reverend Russ was great and very responsive to my numerous emails! He spent time getting to know us and tailored our ceremony to our personalities. Very prompt and professional…highly recommend!Rent A Preacher's reply:
Thank you for the kind words. Seeing the love in your eyes for each other was a joy.
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Andrew Sent on 10/09/20215 out of 5 rating
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Simply Fantastic
Rev Russell did a fantastic ceremony. He is professional and has a boat load of experience. He is also very tall. My wife and I where thrilled to have him as our officiant.Rev Russell did a fantastic ceremony. He is professional and has a boat load of experience. He is also very tall. My wife and I where thrilled to have him as our officiant.Rent A Preacher's reply:
Thank you very much. It was fun doing your ceremony and chatting with Some of your guests.
The venue was great, the beer cold, and the DJ was rocking!’. -
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Bill W. Sent on 11/19/20205 out of 5 rating
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Fantastic time
Because neither of us wanted a traditional church wedding, we choose to have a small ceremony with close family only. Russ walked us through the ceremony ahead of time, let us make changes without question and made this "our" wedding. Being a second marriage for both of us, and being in our late 60's, we really appreciated being able to personalize the ceremony to us. Thanks for making our day so special Russ.Because neither of us wanted a traditional church wedding, we choose to have a small ceremony with close family only. Russ walked us through the ceremony ahead of time, let us make changes without question and made this "our" wedding. Being a second marriage for both of us, and being in our late 60's, we really appreciated being able to personalize the ceremony to us. Thanks for making our day so special Russ.Rent A Preacher's reply:
Bill & Lynn you are so cute and so much in love.
Thank you for allowing me to be part of your special day.
Blessings always, in all ways.
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Katarina L. Sent on 07/04/20215 out of 5 rating
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Thanks you! Cool, open minded and fun!
Russ made our ceremony easy, enjoyable and fun. Seemed like an old friend came over and got us married in a blink of an eye.Russ made our ceremony easy, enjoyable and fun. Seemed like an old friend came over and got us married in a blink of an eye.Rent A Preacher's reply:
Thank you very much, you two were most gracious and welcoming.
I wish you both a wonderful life together.
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Alyson S. Sent on 09/21/20205 out of 5 rating
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Russ is awesome!
Rev Russ did everything that we asked & more. He was very understanding when we had to make changes because of the pandemic. He did an absolute amazing job at our wedding. All of our guests even complimented him!Rev Russ did everything that we asked & more. He was very understanding when we had to make changes because of the pandemic. He did an absolute amazing job at our wedding. All of our guests even complimented him!Rent A Preacher's reply:
You are too kind. Mom’s backyard was great and there was Corona beer in ‘honor’ of C-19.
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Molly M. Sent on 08/12/20205 out of 5 rating
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Exactly what we wanted for the ceremony!
Russ did a great job with our ceremony. He met with us to learn more about us, and I very much wanted a light-hearted but not joking tone to the ceremony and he met our expectations spot on. I felt like he made the ceremony warm and personal. He also worked with us changing dates and times due to covid. We met with a couple officiants but immediately knew Russ was personable while still being able to command a crowd. Highly recommend!Russ did a great job with our ceremony. He met with us to learn more about us, and I very much wanted a light-hearted but not joking tone to the ceremony and he met our expectations spot on. I felt like he made the ceremony warm and personal. He also worked with us changing dates and times due to covid. We met with a couple officiants but immediately knew Russ was personable while still being able to command a crowd. Highly recommend!Rent A Preacher's reply:
I had such a good time working with you two!
I’m glad that I could accommodate the changes caused by a pandemic.
Blessings always, in all ways. -
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Samantha M. Sent on 02/24/20205 out of 5 rating
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Wonderful & professional
We had never met with Reverend Russ before our rehearsal, except for a short interview on the phone. His non denominational service was so amazingly personal, no one knew we had no prior relationship.We had never met with Reverend Russ before our rehearsal, except for a short interview on the phone. His non denominational service was so amazingly personal, no one knew we had no prior relationship.Rent A Preacher's reply:
You two made it so easy! Your dress was beautiful and Justin’s suit was a well done compliment
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Melanie M. Sent on 08/13/20195 out of 5 rating
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Highly Recommended
Russ was exactly what we were looking for in an officiant. He gave us a beautiful and personal ceremony. We couldn't have asked for a better officiant.Russ was exactly what we were looking for in an officiant. He gave us a beautiful and personal ceremony. We couldn't have asked for a better officiant.Rent A Preacher's reply:
Thank you, you two were great. Your ceremony was great fun and your family a hoot.
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Patrick W. Sent on 11/17/20185 out of 5 rating
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Exellent ceremony
Very personable and professional he is accommodating as well.
I highly recommend this man!!!Very personable and professional he is accommodating as well.
I highly recommend this man!!!Rent A Preacher's reply:
My thanks for your words. I saw true love and commitment I both your eyes. Be good to one another.
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Scott Sent on 09/28/20185 out of 5 rating
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Impeccable. Wide variety at our ceremony from the very religious to the not-so-much. From the carnivore to the vegan. Russ set a beautiful balance of light humor and solemnity and made sure the ceremony was meaningful and sacred. Would recommend him with no hesitation.Impeccable. Wide variety at our ceremony from the very religious to the not-so-much. From the carnivore to the vegan. Russ set a beautiful balance of light humor and solemnity and made sure the ceremony was meaningful and sacred. Would recommend him with no hesitation.Rent A Preacher's reply:
You two are a great couple and it was my honor to preside over your nuptials. -
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Jesse Sent on 06/17/20185 out of 5 rating
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If you are looking for a great pastor to do your wedding, look no further. Rev. Russ performed a traditional religious wedding for us and everyone in attendance was impressed with the ceremony. We had a Doctorate Pastor in attendance and he was impressed with the ceremony and the words spoken. If you are looking at having a traditional religious ceremony, he is the guy to do it. He is very nice and personable and can help you through all the nuances of the ceremony. I would rate him 10 stars if I could add more stars.If you are looking for a great pastor to do your wedding, look no further. Rev. Russ performed a traditional religious wedding for us and everyone in attendance was impressed with the ceremony. We had a Doctorate Pastor in attendance and he was impressed with the ceremony and the words spoken. If you are looking at having a traditional religious ceremony, he is the guy to do it. He is very nice and personable and can help you through all the nuances of the ceremony. I would rate him 10 stars if I could add more stars.Rent A Preacher's reply:
Most wonderful words. Thank you for allowing me to be part of your big day.
Be good to each other.
Blessing always, in all ways -
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Christie Sent on 06/28/20185 out of 5 rating
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Rev. Russ was AMAZING! We had such an amazing experience. Everyone kept asking how long we'd known him for because only a close family friend could have nailed our personalities so well! After one meeting Rev. Russ we knew there was no one else that could preform our ceremony and we're so glad we found him! Our ceremony was PERFECT. You won't regret your decision to call Rev. Russ!Rev. Russ was AMAZING! We had such an amazing experience. Everyone kept asking how long we'd known him for because only a close family friend could have nailed our personalities so well! After one meeting Rev. Russ we knew there was no one else that could preform our ceremony and we're so glad we found him! Our ceremony was PERFECT. You won't regret your decision to call Rev. Russ!Rent A Preacher's reply:
You are too, too kind. Enjoy your lives togeather. Blessings always, in all ways. -
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Scott Sent on 11/19/20175 out of 5 rating
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We wanted a more informal ceremony, with a Bible reading, a Chinese "blessing. The ceremony was set up for exactly what we wanted.We wanted a more informal ceremony, with a Bible reading, a Chinese "blessing. The ceremony was set up for exactly what we wanted.Rent A Preacher's reply:
Thank you Scott. May your live together be full of light and happiness -
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William Sent on 09/18/20175 out of 5 rating
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Rev. Russ was simply amazing. He brought a calm demeanor to our wedding day and kept everyone laughing with his timely sense of humor. Everyone was complementing him and wondering where we found him. Hopefully I'll never have to get married again, but if I did I would ask Russ to be the one to do it.Rev. Russ was simply amazing. He brought a calm demeanor to our wedding day and kept everyone laughing with his timely sense of humor. Everyone was complementing him and wondering where we found him. Hopefully I'll never have to get married again, but if I did I would ask Russ to be the one to do it.Rent A Preacher's reply:
Thank you for the kind words.
Have a blessed life together and enjoy that wine in five years! -
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Gina Sent on 03/27/20175 out of 5 rating
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Rev Russ was amazing! We honestly couldn't have found a better reverend to officiate our wedding! Even our guests felt he was like family! He had a great, tailored approach that fit our wedding style. He was on board with whatever we wanted. Thanks again Rev Russ!Rev Russ was amazing! We honestly couldn't have found a better reverend to officiate our wedding! Even our guests felt he was like family! He had a great, tailored approach that fit our wedding style. He was on board with whatever we wanted. Thanks again Rev Russ!Rent A Preacher's reply:
Thank you for letting me share a great day. Angelina's emotions will stay with me for a long time. Enjoy your lives together. -
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Melinda Sent on 10/09/20165 out of 5 rating
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Rev russ took our personalities and made a ceremony to fit. He was a huge hit. ...our families loved him!Rev russ took our personalities and made a ceremony to fit. He was a huge hit. ...our families loved him!Rent A Preacher's reply:
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Michelle Sent on 08/23/20165 out of 5 rating
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Reverend Russ was amazing! From the start he took the time to talk to us and get to know us. He had a lot of great ideas for readings and the ceremony in general. He arrived well ahead of time for both the rehearsal and the ceremony. We had a lot of people come up to us afterward and ask "where did you find him!?". I'm so glad our venue recommended him!Reverend Russ was amazing! From the start he took the time to talk to us and get to know us. He had a lot of great ideas for readings and the ceremony in general. He arrived well ahead of time for both the rehearsal and the ceremony. We had a lot of people come up to us afterward and ask "where did you find him!?". I'm so glad our venue recommended him!Rent A Preacher's reply:
Thank you for the glowing review.
I'm a lucky guy as I get to spend time with great couples,like you two, and help make that special day specialer (new word). -
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Taneisha Sent on 08/15/20165 out of 5 rating
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Wow!! Rev. Russ was great. He was EXACTLY what we needed! Rev. Russ took the time to get to know us as we discussed working with us. He shared his experiences with us and he knew how to keep things light and easy going. He was very flexible and we chose him over an officiant from my wife's home church.
At the rehearsal and ceremony he arrived early, was well dressed and looked the part very well. But again, he kept things light. At the rehearsal he took over and gave direction where needed without stepping on any toes. We were able to keep our crying to a minimum thanks to his personality during the ceremony. Rev. Russ was perfect for us and our ceremony!
Thanks so much!Wow!! Rev. Russ was great. He was EXACTLY what we needed! Rev. Russ took the time to get to know us as we discussed working with us. He shared his experiences with us and he knew how to keep things light and easy going. He was very flexible and we chose him over an officiant from my wife's home church.
At the rehearsal and ceremony he arrived early, was well dressed and looked the part very well. But again, he kept things light. At the rehearsal he took over and gave direction where needed without stepping on any toes. We were able to keep our crying to a minimum thanks to his personality during the ceremony. Rev. Russ was perfect for us and our ceremony!
Thanks so much!Rent A Preacher's reply:
You two were such fun to work with. Be good to each other. -
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Dana Sent on 07/25/20165 out of 5 rating
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He had a great reading prepared for our wedding.He had a great reading prepared for our wedding.Rent A Preacher's reply:
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Chuck Sent on 12/07/20155 out of 5 rating
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Russ was able to pick up on and break nervous tension before it could even show up.
Professional, fun, and with a great sense of humor.Russ was able to pick up on and break nervous tension before it could even show up.
Professional, fun, and with a great sense of humor.Rent A Preacher's reply:
Thank you for allowing me to share that special day in your lives.
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Jason Sent on 06/22/20155 out of 5 rating
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If you come across Russ your search for an officiant is finally over ! Excellent personality with professionalism as well as humor ! I had a loud obnoxious group and he pulled through it and blended in perfectly ! The best compliment I can give are the guests reactions when they all said where did you find this guy (in a good way) ? We all enjoyed his services as well as making an extra effort to meet with us prior to the wedding date for accuracy ! If he is available book him !! You wil not regret it ! Thank you Russ for a beautiful wedding ! Jason and Alex
P.S. It didn't rain ! (Thank you )If you come across Russ your search for an officiant is finally over ! Excellent personality with professionalism as well as humor ! I had a loud obnoxious group and he pulled through it and blended in perfectly ! The best compliment I can give are the guests reactions when they all said where did you find this guy (in a good way) ? We all enjoyed his services as well as making an extra effort to meet with us prior to the wedding date for accuracy ! If he is available book him !! You wil not regret it ! Thank you Russ for a beautiful wedding ! Jason and Alex
P.S. It didn't rain ! (Thank you )Rent A Preacher's reply:
I can say the same about you two. Easy going, fun couple, with crazy and genuine friends.
Thanks for picking me and allowing me to be part of your big day. -
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