Kenneth Colander
Ordained Minister in Phoenix, Arizona
Why did you originally become an ordained minister online?
I originally became ordained to perform my sister’s wedding. Neither she, nor my brother in law are specifically adherents of one particular faith, but it was important to create a formal ceremony and temporal milestone for the occasion. My wonderful brother in law also wanted to have some commitment vows for being a father to my niece. Understanding how the people involved see life, themselves, and their partners is the most critical part of making a ceremony that is relevant to the couple’s beliefs, lifestyle, and commitment to one another. Nobody attends their wedding in ill fitting attire. Why should anyone make a life long commitment to another person with ill fitting words which do not match their feelings, belief, and heart felt intentions. Your wedding is about YOU and YOUR PARTNER, and should be tailored to your authentic selves. Side notes: I am a fairly skilled singer if musical tonality it’s important to your ceremony, have a Master of Science degree in Psychology, and renew my wedding vows with my partner every year. If I can help make your ceremony a better fit and better celebrate who each of you are individually and as a couple, I would love to be a part of your special day in exchange for an invitation with a +1, and the cost of your marriage documents. Celebrating and honoring loving relationships is incredibly rewarding.
Where are you from?
Phoenix Arizona for 20+ years, by way of Ohio, and Western New York.
What do you hope to achieve with your online ordination?
My desire is to assist in creating a beautiful event that honors the people involved, their families and traditions, and feels as comfortable in that formal moment as it does to love one another each and every day before and after.
Religious Affiliations
Universal Life Church
What do you think makes your ceremonies special as a Phoenix, AZ wedding officiant?
What makes my ceremonies special is preparation, getting out of the way, and making this special moment about the people who matter most.
Are there particular areas near you where you prefer to travel or have special experience?
Let’s talk. If I can be helpful to you, it would give me great joy.
Types of Service Offered
Marriages, Same-Sex Marriages, Renewal of Vows, Funerals, House Blessings, Premarital Counseling