JP Payne, Officiant and Celebrant

10/05/2024

There is just something about "the rings" photo that makes my heart sing. And great job to the photographer, Karla. Totally love it!

03/05/2024

I'm so excited that wedding season has arrived! I'm ready to write some vows and offer some pronouncements. Please call me for more information about my services and ceremonies at (804)647-3550...

23/02/2024

I'm getting excited about Spring weddings!

05/11/2023

I had the honor of presiding at this lovely couple's ceremony on Friday afternoon. It was truly magical--with so much love in the air, the backdrop of the sparkling pond, and the presence of their sweet dog, Blitzen. Beth Anne and Jay, I wish you both every happiness...

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15/05/2023

I had the honor of marrying Jo Jo and Geneva yesterday. And they very recently moved into their new home by the river. Being a part of these two major events in their lives truly touches my heart. Wow. I wish them both every happiness in the tomorrows ahead...

26/04/2023

What a beautiful setting and sweet couple! I offer my congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Allen. I was sincerely honored to be your celebrant. I wish you both all the happiness your hearts can hold...

03/04/2023

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11/03/2023

What a fabulous Saturday! I can't wipe the smile off of my face. I married this sweet couple with Cash, the Yellow Lab, as a witness. I wish you every happiness Karissa and Shane Duszynski! Thank you for giving me the honor of being your officiant...

23/12/2022

I extend my congratulations to Christin and Garrett --newlyweds as of yesterday. I was so honored to be your officiant, and I wish you both every happiness...

16/05/2022

It was a special Saturday as I was truly honored to be the officiant at Mr. and Mrs. Stanley's wedding. Heartfelt congratulations to you both, Caitlin and Josh!

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05/12/2021

I extend my congratulations to Mike and Kindall on their marriage. I was honored to be their officiant on Saturday at the Historic Hanover Courthouse. I sincerely wish them every happiness in their sweet, new life together...

15/09/2021

What a lovely Tuesday afternoon! I was honored to be the officiant for Greg and Margarita today. I could feel the love! I wish them both and their family complete harmony and total happiness. Heartfelt congratulations...

24/04/2021

Marrying Lexi and Tate at Lake Anna on Earth Day was truly magical! I wish them both all the happiness their hearts can hold...

24/04/2021

I married Thomas and Ashley at the Historic Courthouse on April 22nd. Their family and friend witnessed the ceremony, and we all wish this sweet, sweet couple every happiness...

20/02/2021

I had the honor of marrying Mr. and Mrs. Squires yesterday, 2/19/21. They are a wonderfully sweet couple and I wish them every happiness...

30/12/2020

I married Ray and Crystal this afternoon at their sweet home in Hanover County. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Stanley! I was truly honored to be your officiant.

27/12/2020

What a fabulous day it was! Marrying this sweet couple was an event I will never, ever forget. You could truly feel the love...

10/10/2020

I had the true honor today of standing beside one of my dearest friends, Monty Woody, to marry him to his high school sweetheart, Sheila. I wish them both all of the joy their hearts can hold...

19/08/2020

I had the honor of marrying David and Leslie today. What a sweet couple! Their family attended and the sky was a brilliant blue. Here's to another happy family in the COTU!

25/06/2020

I had the tremendous honor of joining my friends, Pete and Joanna, in holy matrimony. Pete looked way better than James Bond, and Jo was such a stunningly beautiful bride. I wish them every happiness. Heartfelt congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Griffin!

18/06/2020

I had the honor of marrying Chris and April yesterday. What a sweet couple and oh-so in love! I wish them the absolute best and total wedded bliss...

17/05/2020

I married a sweet couple on my river bank yesterday and I was so proud to place this sign created by sweet Susannah Merritt on the "nuptials tree."

15/05/2020

04/05/2020

I had the honor of joining my dear friend, Ryan Ballance, in holy matrimony to his love, Megan, by my river on Saturday. What a good looking couple! Heartfelt congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Ballance!

24/03/2020

While being self-quarantined, I've had an opportunity to review photos from past ceremonies. Each and every photo has brought me a smile during this tough time. I thank you for having chosen me as your officiant. I am truly missing this aspect of my life, and I apologize for having to postpone weddings due to Covid-19. I wish everyone good health, peace, and happiness now and always...