When my husband and I decided to get married in Pismo we liked a date that was less than 2 months…read moreaway. We were unsure about any details when we reached out to Ric but knew an officiant was the most important part. Ric was quick to respond. He also gave a couple venue suggestions in the area and one of them ended up being the spot we used. He was willing to work with our very short timeline, met us at the venue to take a little time to get to know us. His online form is detailed so he can plan out a ceremony script that works for your unique situation. Our wedding was a small, elopement style with 14 family members from 5 different religions backgrounds. Ric was able to write our a ceremony that all of them commented was both beautiful and tasteful. My husband and I highly recommended Ric for his professionalism and kindness. He has a clear passion and skill for his profession. If I could give higher than 5 starts I would. He got at least an additional star for recommending an amazing photographer.

We worked with Erin who was a wonderful officiant. She was easy to communicate with previous to the…read moreceremony, developed a meaningful cadence to our day, and was a joy to partner with. Thank you so much!

We came across Wayne after a quick Google search for an officiant in the area. We planned a…read morespontaneous elopement in a few day's time and needed someone within a month's time. His bio drew us to his page right away and he was actually the first profile we checked out and we were convinced right away that we didn't look any further! We wanted our ceremony to reflect us as a couple, our life story together, and to be told and shared by someone who could learn this in a short time and embody it to the best of their ability. We reached out to Wayne via email and he responded promptly on a Sunday morning no less! We were surprised with the quick response and eagerness on his end to work with us. It seemed too good to be true! Since we live abroad, we had to coordinate everything through email and had our first meeting via Zoom. Wayne was even more charming and warm in "person" and we were even more convinced with our choice. It felt like we had known him for years. It was so easy to share personal things with him and the cresting of our ceremony felt effortless. We felt bad for so many back and forth emails but he never complained about reading our pages long of story and information and desires and he accommodated and condensed everything into a perfect length ceremony. We had no fears for the wedding day regarding the ceremony as we trusted Wayne completely. The day of the ceremony everything unfolded beautifully. He annunciated everything clearly over the roar of the waves in the background. He gave enough oomph and humour to the ceremony to add interest without it being overdone. We couldn't have asked for a better person to be a part of our special day and make it as memorable as it was.

Wayne stepped in and saved the day, as an officiant for my dad's celebration of life. I worked…read moreclosely with Wayne in order to capture the essence of who he was and set the tone for a (mostly) lighthearted celebratory gathering to honor my pops.

This review is loooong overdue! We were getting married during Covid and among all the crazy…read morerestrictions taking place Cheryl went above and beyond to make sure our day was special. Communication was easy and prompt, she took all our requests into consideration and suggested practical solutions to some issues we were running into. I highly recommend her as your wedding officiant!

Beautiful - Personal - Ceremony From the moment I emailed…read moreCheryl inquiring about her services and calendar availably she has been so nice and helpful. She was quick to respond to my questions and made out ceremony personal to just us. Her words were soothing and so meaningful, everyone complimented how beautiful her words were, love was definitely in the air. Cheryl was everything we hoped for in an officiant and more. Her husband Ken was also great providing us with beautiful (very windy day) pictures I was sure was ruined due to the wind but he was able to capture us beautifully, thank you

Pat just officiated our wedding this past weekend at the Madonna Inn. I got so many comments from…read moremy bridal party and guests about how amazing he was with communication and his energy he brought with him. He was a dream to work with. Always super calm, patient and gave a lot of options for how to move forward with the flow of the ceremony (this was especially helpful during the rehearsal since I was super overwhelmed.) He was our rock that kept us steady in the waves of chaos when it came to the actual day of the ceremony. I highly recommend working with SLO Ministers. It took so much of the stress and pressure off of our friends and family to have a professional officiant. Pat was also super into the different ceremonial elements we incorporated since my partner is Filipino. He also stayed around and announced us into our reception space which felt so special. Thank you again Pat and SLO Ministers for helping create a seamless and super special ceremony!!!

Pat was simply amazing. Calm, collected and comfortable during our ceremony, he was the epitome of…read moreprofessional. He honored our family and made our wedding day the best memory we will ever have. Thank you Pat, for helping to make our day so special.

We could not have selected a better officiant for our wedding than Stacy. She performed a lovely…read moreceremony that was exactly what we were hoping for. Her process for getting to know us was extremely thorough, involving a meeting and detailed questionnaire. Stacy knew all the right questions to ask and quickly picked up on the direction we'd like the ceremony to go. Then, she provided us with a draft of what she'd like to say well ahead of time so we could review and make any final edits or comments (this is optional of course). During the ceremony, Stacy delivered her words wonderfully, and really captured the moment and spirit we hoped to create. Afterwards, our family and friends couldn't stop raving about what an amazing job she did and how much they loved the ceremony. If you're looking for a perceptive officiant who will really get to know you individually and as a couple and will create a ceremony that represents what is important to you, Stacy will make an excellent choice. We are thrilled to highly recommend her. Thank you Stacy!

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My husband and I just got married here. It is a special place. Its beautiful; nature surrounds you…read morein this picturesque chapel with stained glass windows, stone mosaics, and sky lights in the center of the garden filled with lush, greenery. And the fact its in the backyard of a cool bookstore- bonus! Sherri is the minister and is perfect. She gave us all her attention, personalized our ceremony to really give us a special ceremony. She is a treasure! And her assistants are these amazing, friendly women who helped me with everything from recommendations for our reception afterward to helping me with my finishing touches before I walked down the aisle. It was phenomenal. Thank you Garden Wedding Chapel, Coalesce Bookstore, Sherri and all the staff who made us feel like we were family!

I got married here 28 years ago and had the very best experience. Now it is my own daughter's…read morewedding day that is approaching and the place is just as dreamy as it was when I married my sweet husband so many years ago. Perfect place for a small intimate wedding. Sherry is lovely and will help you with any questions or concerns you may have along the way!

My husband and I got married June 21, 2025 and we worked with Amanda as our partial wedding…read moreplanner, and we truly don't know what we would've done without her! Planning a wedding from out of town in Paso Robles could've been overwhelming, but she made the entire process feel manageable. She was always quick to respond to our texts, happy to jump on calls, and incredibly patient with our questions. Her strong relationships with local vendors were so helpful and she handled little things that could've easily sent us over the edge. The biggest testament to Amanda's professionalism and calm-under-pressure attitude came during our actual wedding weekend. PG&E had to shut off the power at our venue the day before and the day of our wedding due to the strong winds and fire safety protocols. It could've been a total disaster but Amanda stepped in and worked hand in hand with our band and the venue coordinator to problem-solve on the fly. She kept everything moving and made sure our day still felt special, despite the chaos behind the scenes. If you're planning a wedding in Paso, we can't recommend Amanda enough. She's organized, thoughtful, resourceful, and genuinely invested in making your day as perfect as possible.

My husband (feels so good saying that) and I recently had the pleasure of working with Amanda, the…read morebrilliant mind behind "A Perfect Day," for our dream wedding at Terra Mia in Paso Robles, CA. To say that Amanda exceeded our expectations would be an understatement; she turned our special day into an absolute fairytale! As a couple who live outside of Paso Robles, Amanda was our "boots on the ground" for everything we needed to have taken care of in town until we could arrive for our wedding week. Not only did she help coordinate everything, but her immense knowledge of local vendors really helped us find those who would suit what we were looking for to make it "our day." From the moment we met Amanda, we were struck by her professionalism, her warm personality, and her unwavering commitment to making our wedding day absolutely perfect. She took the time to get to know us as a couple, understanding our vision, style, and preferences. Her attention to detail was truly remarkable, and it was evident that she was fully invested in creating a day that was uniquely "us." Amanda's organizational skills are out of this world. She meticulously planned every aspect of our wedding, from the stunning table arrangements, our gorgeous very personalized seating charts, to the impeccable timing of the ceremony. She effortlessly managed all the logistics, ensuring that everything ran smoothly and on schedule. We were able to relax and enjoy our day without any stress, knowing that Amanda had everything under control. The day of the wedding, Amanda was everywhere, making sure every detail was just right. She worked tirelessly to set up the venue, coordinating with all the vendors, and ensuring that each element of our vision was executed flawlessly. The result was nothing short of breathtaking. The decor, the ambiance, and the flow of the entire event were more beautiful than we could have ever imagined. Amanda's ability to handle any unexpected challenges that arose was truly impressive. Her calm demeanor and quick problem-solving skills put our minds at ease. We knew that no matter what happened, Amanda would find a solution, and she did so with grace and composure. Our guests were also blown away by the magic Amanda created. Many of them commented that it was the most beautiful, well-organized and FUN wedding they had ever attended. That is entirely thanks to Amanda. If you're searching for a wedding planner who will not only meet but surpass your expectations, look no further than A Perfect Day. Amanda is a true professional who is dedicated to making your wedding day perfect in every way. We are forever grateful to her for turning our dreams into a reality. Thank you, Amanda, for giving us A Perfect Day that we will cherish forever!

We had a nice experience working with Taylor at Kramer for our wedding! She was incredibly sweet,…read morehelpful, and always so kind throughout the process. We really appreciated her responsiveness and support. Thank you, Taylor!

My husband and I had the absolute best experience working with TJ for our wedding. From the very…read morebeginning, he was incredibly personable, upbeat, and easy to connect with - we immediately felt like we were in good hands. He truly understood our vision without us having to over-explain, and he executed it flawlessly. Our biggest request was to keep the dance floor full all night, and TJ completely delivered. The energy never dropped, and our guests are still talking about how much fun they had. Not only is he an amazing DJ who knows how to read the room, but he's also a fantastic MC - everything flowed seamlessly and felt effortless. We're so grateful we had TJ as part of our day and would recommend him to anyone looking for a DJ. You will not regret it.

Andy was our wedding DJ and MC for our wedding and was fantastic! I cannot express my gratitude for…read morehow smooth the day went because of him. The music was amazing and he was able to accommodate for live ceremony singers at no additional cost! He also provided rehearsal dinner speakers and microphones for music and speech's! If you're thinking about booking Andy for your next event, DO IT!

Andy was our wedding officiant booked through Harmony Chapels. We could not have been luckier to…read morehave Andy at our wedding. Not only did he guide us step by step through the process, but he helped us personalize our vows while including our family and friends. Thank you for creating so much ease on our special day and going above and beyond not only with our ceremony and specific music choices, but your professionalism and assistance with our marriage license!!