The Modern Officiant

07/02/2024

A relationship is a two way street. You cannot give 50% and expect 100% from your partner. Either be all in, or get all the way out.

06/14/2024

Happy Friday, ❤️

06/10/2024

Looking to elope in Atlanta during Pride Month? Come Get Married By The Modern Officiant!
Our Pop-Up Elopements are similar to courthouse weddings, but offer a more private, personable, and intimate experience.
Elopements are fun, easy, and affordable - perfect for a quick ceremony with a few loved ones. Just pop up with your marriage license, up to 10 of your closest, and get married! Come dressed to impress or as you are. No need to bring any decorations as the area is tastefully decorated to provide a beautiful backdrop for your pop-up nuptials. We have taken care of all of the details for you! *Appointments are required* Click link in bio for more information!

Great Weddings Start with a Great and Professional Officiant Great Marriages Begin and Succeed with Preparation and Education!

06/07/2024

At times, it may be really hard to tell your partner the truth, but it is much easier than trying to explain getting caught in a lie. Total and complete trust allows you both to feel comfortable letting your guards down and be completely transparent, safe, and vulnerable within your relationship. Honesty isn’t optional. I’ll say that again – HONESTY ISN’T OPTIONAL. You cannot pick and choose when to tell your partner the truth. A successful and healthy relationship cannot exist without trust. Being honest can be difficult, especially if the truth may be painful. Allow your partner time to process the information they received, apologize if necessary, and learn from your mistake. There is no room for “what they don’t know won’t hurt them” within a relationship. Have enough faith in your partner and your relationship to know that they can both handle and survive the whole truth.

06/03/2024

HAPPY PRIDE MONTH, EVERYONE!  My month started out AMAZING, as I had the pleasure of officiating Nicholas and Ancil’s wedding on June 1st at Ashton Gardens.  I love walking down the aisle to the altar and seeing ALL of the seats filled.  People came from near and far to witness this union that has been many years in the making.  I can’t wait to share the photos from this absolutely beautiful, uplifting, and very happy event. 

❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

05/24/2024

The Modern Officiant is honored to be a preferred vendor at The Wimbish House, and on June 13th, 2024 will be featured (along with many other talented wedding professionals tagged below) at their first EVER Pride Wedding Showcase in celebration of Pride Month! If you or someone you know is getting married, follow the link in my bio for tickets and for more information!

05/17/2024

WELL PLAYED, MY LOVE!
This is what being married to your best friend looks like.
Notice that the toilet paper stand is in the shower. What you don't see is that directly in front of it (about 5 feet away) is where the toilet is.
When you are sitting on the toilet (and by this time, it is too late), you have a direct view of the shower....and the toilet paper you now so desperately need through the closed glass doors.
My wife is the G.O.A.T.
Maya: 1
Me:1,000,000 (I win because I married her!)

05/08/2024

Bayleigh says happy hump day and make your Wednesday count!

05/06/2024

This is pretty self explanatory. You know when you are honoring your vows and promises to your partner and your relationship….and you know when you are not. Loving someone is a choice that we make each day. Make the best efforts possible when it comes to being your best self and showing up for your relationship ALL THE TIME.

05/03/2024

The Modern Officiant is currently accepting new clients! Go check me out (link in bio) for your counseling and officiating needs!

04/15/2024

I've been immortalized!!!
My wife is the absolute greatest! I can't begin to express how much I appreciate the thought and sentiment she puts into EVERYTHING. Check out the ceremony book and the microphone! Maya, you are the best wife, friend, and partner in this world. Thank you for always thinking of new ways to make me smile...and add to my conceit and vanity 💕

02/19/2024

Again, my clients are better than yours! When my people take the time out of their busy lives and go out of their way to make me feel special, it does NOT go unnoticed. Thank you, Adrienne and Khira, for these very thoughtful gifts. You are such a beautiful and amazing couple, and joining you in marriage was my absolute pleasure. I am so glad to know you both. Congratulations again, Mrs. And Mrs. Barker-Hobbs!

02/15/2024

Thank you, Jaleesa, for this wonderful review! But mostly, thank you for that gift card - you have NO idea how much we appreciated it!!!!

01/22/2024

We are proud to introduce our Pop-Up Elopements! Our Pop-Up Elopements are similar to courthouse weddings but offer a more private, personal and intimate experience. The term “Pop-Up” has become so popular as of late and is used to describe a magnitude of things. In the case of our Pop-Up Elopements, you simply pop-up at our location to get married! We are so excited to finally be able to offer this service to our community! Elopements are fun, easy, and affordable – perfect for a quick ceremony with a few loved ones. Just pop up with your marriage license, up to 10 of your closest, and get married! Come dressed to impress or as you are. No need to bring any decorations as the area is tastefully decorated to provide a beautiful backdrop for your pop-up nuptials. We have taken care of all of the details for you!
*Appointments are required* https://modernofficiant.com/pop-up-elopements

Great Weddings Start with a Great and Professional Officiant Great Marriages Begin and Succeed with Preparation and Education!

01/18/2024

The Modern Officiant, along with many other fabulous wedding vendors, will be a preferred vendor at The Wimbish House Wedding Vendor Showcase! Posted • Tickets still available! Link in bio
Come see some of our preferred vendors and approved caterers in one beautiful location!

12/01/2023

Did you know that over 50% of marriages in the U.S. end in divorce or separation? Premarital Counseling gives you the opportunity to learn the skills and strategies that you two can use to navigate possible problems you may be experiencing now and in the future. I am here to help support, strengthen, and affirm your relationship through POSITIVE counseling. Contact me TODAY to schedule your obligation and cost-free consultation!

11/20/2023

When I was a young airman living on my own in the U.K. for the first time, I seriously had no idea how holidays would be for me. Fortunately, the Air Force is a family, so I was surrounded by many people who often invited single airmen to their homes over for holidays and other significant events. We would also get together sometime and create our own celebration in the dormitories. Camaraderie is so vital these days. Not everyone is accepted by or is cool with their blood family. If you know someone whose situation isn't ideal, make them a part of your chosen family so that they can know and experience feeling like they belong and they are loved.

10/22/2023

Happy 45th birthday to my amazing and beautiful wife! Damn you are so fine! I still can't believe I get to spend the rest of my life with you, Maya. You make me so very happy. I love you with all that I am.
Also attached, a picture of Bayleigh in her coat this morning. We are going to have to fight her to take it off.

10/12/2023

Almost 9 years with this one. Yes - we celebrate EVERYTHING. If life has taught us anything, it is that you must value every moment. We were kids when we met (mind your business), and now we have grown into stronger, more adventurous bag chasing women. My love for you surpasses the most infinite number times 9. (You'll get 10 next year) I love you, Mrs. Wooten!

10/12/2023

Ensure you verbalize and stick to your relationship and life deal breakers. If you are agreeing to or doing things just to please your partner and you don't benefit from it, you will begin to resent your partner, and you will have turmoil within the relationship.
I have been guilty of this a time or two - disregarding my own beliefs and needs just to say or believe I was in a relationship. Loneliness, unresolved trauma, and other factors will make you think that this is the best you can get or deserve.
Don't settle for someone you can live with. Save your time and energy for the one you can not live without.

09/11/2023

Pic of chair is just for attention - I am late posting this kick ass birthday gift from my wife!
The past few weeks have been crazy! So I carved out some downtime and took a little break with my bride for some beach therapy. Got a little tan, a lot of rest, and a brand new outlook on things. The Modern Officiant is currently accepting new clients. Contact me TODAY for your premarital counseling and officiating needs!

08/04/2023

Most couples live together and have established homes prior to marriage. You've spent a lot of time and money making your house a home. Since you already have all (or most) of the household items you need, direct your guests to donate to your Honeymoon fund instead of buying wedding gifts!
This option makes it easier for your guests, and you don't have to add the daunting task of creating a registry!
Use wedding websites such as Zola and Honeyfund to set up your account. You can add your honeymoon account link to your wedding website, invitations, and even have a QR code for your guests to scan at the wedding!

07/31/2023

Happy Monday! This year has been insanely busy for The Modern Officiant - but in the best possible way! More Prepare/Enrich Facilitator Training dates have been added. All workshops will be virtual, so you can join us from all over the country! Let me help you make a difference. Go to www.modernofficiant.com/prepare-enrich-training for more information and to register.

07/28/2023

And THIS is why I tell my clients that the only person they should be talking to about their relationship issues should be their partner. If the issue cannot be resolved between the two of you and if you must talk to someone, it is okay to talk to your therapist or couple’s counselor. I have said this before, but it is
worth repeating. 9 times out of 10, when a person is venting to a friend or relative about their partner, the complainant is trying to get them on their side, and want them to say, “you are right, your partner is wrong”. Some people will even put down their partner in front of others. This shows onlookers that your bond is weak and makes the vulnerabilities more visible – a good trap door for inappropriate contact, conversations, and unfortunately affairs.
Also, there is a very good chance that whatever you and your partner are going through will pass. You will get over it, and will be fine. Your friends and family, on the other hand? They still have the negative stuff stored in their memory banks. This creates awkwardness and may force you to have to choose sides.
So, when you are having an issue with your partner, talk to them about it. If necessary, consult a professional therapist or couple’s counselor. Not your mama ‘dem.





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07/26/2023

Jim is one of the sweetest people I have ever met. He reached out to me inquiring about an officiant for his friends. He stayed in constant contact about their marriage license signing, and gifted it to them as a wedding present. We need more Jims in the world!

07/09/2023

Thank you, 48.
49, let's go.
#49 +

06/21/2023

These two wonderful women have had smiles plastered on their faces since the first time we met! I was doubled over with laughter while reading and hearing about their many adventures over the years, and it was so easy to see and feel the love they have for one another. Jamie and Hannah, thank you so much for allowing me the opportunity to convey your love story to your guests. I am so grateful. Congratulations again, Mrs. and Mrs. Jennings!

06/18/2023

Happy Father's Day to all the dads and dad figures out there. To my dad in heaven. 😇To the expecting and new fathers. To all the dads who never got to hold their babies. To the ones who were only able to hug theirs for a brief moment. To all the dads who cannot be with their children physically. Wear that title proudly.

06/15/2023

Today's footwear - showing my PRIDE today and everyday! 🌈🌈🌈

06/13/2023

The Modern Officiant still has some openings for 2023 and beyond for your wedding! I am also accepting new counseling clients. Contact me - you will NOT be disappointed!