In addition to both BE founders being ordained ministers and wedding professionals, our growing team of officiants is eager to celebrate your love.

AL Gawlik Photography

Kara McCurdy Photography

Jamie Rosler

Giana DeGeiso

then: Staten Island, NY
now: Austin, TX

ordained in 2014 by the Universal Life Church

fave wedding memory: Getting to wear a purple wig for a Halloween-themed wedding where the brides both wore black dresses. One of the cats that lives on the venue grounds featured in the ceremony when it leapt onto and climbed up the arbor.

fun fact: There is almost nothing that you have to have in your wedding ceremony.

”With me you get a uniquely customized ceremony, and a supportive & enjoyable journey to your wedding day. I help tell your story in your own words, with a good balance of humor, sincerity, and love.”

then: Reno, NV
now: Parksville, NY

ordained in 2020 by the Universal Life Church

fave wedding memory: Presiding over the elopement of a couple who had never seen snow, in the middle of a frozen lake in 10 degree weather.

fun fact: Laughter is the best medicine.

“With me you get a heartfelt ceremony woven with just the right dose of humor. I like to spend time with my couples and get to know their personalities so I can write a personalized ceremony that sounds like it was written by your best friend. I bring a little sunshine to the planning process; as a married wedding planner and coordinator I know how stressful planning can be. Your ceremony is in safe hands with me!”

Officiants Based in New York City

Monique C. Henry

THEN: Queens Village, NY
NOW: Jackson Heights, NY
ORDAINED in 2015 by the Universal Life Church
FAVE WEDDING MEMORY: I have two avian related ones! As a guest, I went to a wedding in the English countryside that had a giant chessboard, fireworks, and I got to take a photo with a bald eagle! As an officiant, I presided over an intimate backyard wedding that had some gorgeous heritage hens among the guests.
FUN FACT: I used to do musicals in college!

”With me you get an officiant that has 10+ years of food and hospitality experience so I'm always ready to jump in to help when needed! I try to be prepared for every occurrence.”

Sarah Mucek

THEN: Park Ridge, IL and Brookfield, WI
NOW: Yorkville, Manhattan, NYC
ORDAINED in 2020 by the Universal Life Church
FAVE WEDDING MEMORY: One of my best friends from high school had a station where they gave you a martini glass and you filled it with mashed potatoes and all the toppings you could eat.
FUN FACT: I became that person who baked everyday during lockdown. Ask me about my French Apple Tart!

”With me you get enthusiasm, thoughtfulness, humor, and structure - so that you can relax and enjoy the moment!”

Justin Ifill

THEN: Queens, NYC
NOW: Queens, NYC
ORDAINED in 2021 by the Universal Life Church
FAVE WEDDING MEMORY: After giving a speech for a friend who was getting married, the one and only Molly Ringwald approached me and told me I did a good job!
FUN FACT: I practice and teach yoga and meditation!

”With me you get love, energy and laughter.”

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