Mid-Ohio Valley Wedding Chapel

11/01/2022

If you want to get married and "just make it legal" in Washington County, Ohio, I'm making it easier this month! I'm offering $40 Sign-and-Go and Curbside Ceremonies in Marietta, OH and Veto, OH (between Belpre and Barlow). Here's how it works. My $40 Sign-and-Go / Curbside Ceremonies are at select....

08/04/2022

Do you know any engaged or soon-to-be engaged couples? I'd love it if you'd invite them to LIKE my page by sharing this post.

Couples picture packages are coming soon!

I am a full-time professional wedding officiant licensed in WV and OH. I also serve KY.

08/04/2022

The chapel is closed, but I'm busier than ever! I look forward to introducing new services. I'm making changes to the website. Please be patient as I update and add the new services over the next two or three weeks.

You can check it out here:

movwedding.com

I closed the chapel Sunday, and this week has been hopping! I'm making changes to the website, I'm adding photo packages for couples/engagement photography, and I'm booking dates well into next year. It's wedding season, so a few people tied the knot this week, as well.

These dates fill quickly: 9/9, 10/10, and 11/11. If those are your preferred dates this year or next, reach out to me soon. October 29 is also popular. In fact, I've already booked two weddings that day. I have early afternoon and morning available.

I'm adding local destination options, BUT your choices are not limited to those options. Many people ask where the nice places are to get married, and I'm adding a options.

Thank you for your continued support. I look forward to this next step in my journey. I'll make new announcements soon.

07/10/2022

07/05/2022

Ohio Couples: Eaglesticks Golf Club in Zanesville is a great option for you! I've officiated three ceremonies there. Tracy Morrow is your contact. She is also the day coordinator.

http://www.eaglesticksweddings.com/?fbclid=IwAR3KdwPNYgm6tfcHZARsWhe4W8X2RctwlLNBghwxmNtYjSWDLjOehmte-Wo

07/05/2022

Country Weddings: I love them.

06/27/2022

This is not goodbye....

I paid the last month's rent for my chapel today. I have mixed feelings. I'm going to miss meeting and marrying couples at my small chapel. On the other hand, my business is not shrinking. I'll be offering other options and also have an exciting idea I hope to implement by next year. (It's a SECRET!)

When I first began this venture four years ago, I called my space "the little chapel that could." I fell in love with the business of marrying couples. I didn't realize the abundance of love and joy I would feel in my heart when I began this journey. Thank you for making me part of your love story.

I'm not taking walk-ins at this time; however, if you or someone you know would like to get married at the chapel, reach out to me to schedule your ceremony. July 28 is the "official" last date I'll be marrying couples in the chapel. I'll be taking down the rest of the décor that day.

I will be able to do "no frills" sign-and-go ceremonies or quick elopements in the lobby up through July 30. I'll be out of town much of July 29 and part of July 30.

Thank you to everyone who has supported my business. I look forward to the next leg of this beautiful journey.

If I have officiated your ceremony at my chapel or somewhere else in WV or OH, I'd love to see a picture of you in the comments below. Also, tell us when you got married. I love hearing updates from my couples. Many of you have expanded your families! Feel free to brag below.

06/22/2022

Love is beautiful.

Robert and Courtney are married! They said "I do" to forever June 17 at the Mid-Ohio Valley Wedding Chapel. Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Oakley! Enjoy forever together.

06/22/2022

Another beautiful couple said "I do" to forever.

Joel and Alyssa are married! They said their "I do's" June 18 at the Mid-Ohio Valley Wedding Chapel. They were surrounded by people they love. Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Blair! You are an amazing couple!

05/24/2022

05/21/2022

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05/18/2022

After much reflection, I've decided to close the chapel July 28. This has not -- and still is not -- an easy decision, but it is the best decision for me at this time. I'm not closing my business, just the chapel... for now. Although I have a few Married-in-a-Minute ceremonies scheduled in August, I...

03/24/2022

This are my little shops at Peddlers Junction in Athens, OH. It's in the mall. They share a parking lot with the Grand Athena Theater. I hope you'll check them out.

03/11/2022

I'm experiencing technical issues with my website. If you need to contact me, please do so via Facebook.

Apparently, my website is not forwarding contact forms to me. If you've reached out to me and have not received a response, please contact me via Messenger here. I hope to resolve this issue soon.

03/04/2022

I tried to add this to my last shirt post but could not. Sorry for the shirt spam. This is the last post for a while.

(This is my last shirt post. I promise.)

Graduation Shirts

I offer crew neck and V-neck ladies' t-shirts up to size 3X. Unisex tees are available up to size 5X. Cost depends on size and style. I offer discounts for orders of six or more tees. I can customize to your wedding colors.

03/04/2022

Reach out to me to place your order.

These shirts will be featured at Peddler's Junction in Athens, Ohio. I am also taking custom orders.

I offer crew neck and V-neck ladies' t-shirts up to size 3X. Unisex tees are available up to size 5X. Cost depends on size and style. I offer discounts for orders of six or more tees. I can customize to your wedding colors.

I also make ring "Ring Dude" shirts for boys and "Petal Patrol" shirts for girls and boys. Contact me for the design, sizes, and prices.

Reach out to me to place your order.

03/01/2022

Peddler's Junction opens tomorrow at the Athens Mall. Stop by and check out our shops!

02/26/2022

I had the honor of officiating this sweet couple's ceremony.

02/26/2022

I can't get enough of this couple's photos!

I adore platinum editing. Isn't this photo of Suzy and Josh gorgeous?!

02/26/2022

2/22/22 was a beautiful day. I had a scheduled out-of-town trip that afternoon, but I still managed to officiate five ceremonies before I left. Here is one of them.

02/26/2022

I married this beautiful couple earlier this week.

02/24/2022

Signature Celebration Love Stories Podcast Here are some excerpts of love stories I've written and included in full-length Love Story Signature Celebration ceremonies. The couples hear them for the first time during their ceremony. Their stories will surprise you, enlighten you, make you laugh, and....

02/22/2022

Photo by Deb Lorentz Photo by Lori Pickens Photo by Deb Lorentz So, you've been asked to officiate your first ceremony. Your initial reaction is surprise. You're flattered they chose you. Before you know it, you say, "Yes!" and everyone is happy. Then it hits you.... You're not sure how to get start...

02/19/2022

I'm adding a new feature for couples called "Ask Officiant Deb." If you have a question about planning a wedding, creating a guest list, choosing your wedding party, or anything about the process, you can use the form below to ask your question. I'll respond to your question by video and post it to....

02/17/2022

My son Mychal Holder took the indoor images while I officiated the ceremony. I took the outdoor images.

02/04/2022

01/26/2022

Thank you, Kiara Williams, for featuring Mid-Ohio Valley Wedding Officiants On the WV Wedding Professionals page! I appreciate your support of local vendors.

01/16/2022

Hello, beautiful brides and grooms! February 22, 2022 is a popular day for booking weddings, and my calendar is nearly full that day. I have an option available for the morning if you want that date and time. I'm traveling out of state at noon, so I will not be available the rest of that day or the next.

February 2, 2022, however, is free. If you want to book that date, please reach out to me soon to secure your spot. It will be a busy wedding day, as well.

Stay warm!