Donna M. Sanders
Ordained Minister in Savannah, Georgia
Why did you originally become an ordained minister online?
It all started when my God-son and his fiance asked me to perform their wedding ceremony. It touched me when he said to me, "Aunt Donna, you and Uncle() have provided me with the most beautiful and real example of what a marriage should be, there is no one who could provide a better blessing over our ceremony.
Where are you from?
I was born in Virginia, grew up in Ohio and currently reside in Georgia.
What do you hope to achieve with your online ordination?
When my God-Son asked me to become ordained in order to perform his wedding ceremony, I was inspired to be the best minister I could, not just for him, but for anyone seeking to lay the foundation for a lifetime of love, with all its up and downs, to share the wonder of thier life with another.
Religious Affiliations
Universal Life Church
Additional Information
I have a background in Catholicism. I currently practice Buddhism. I believe our spiritual journeys are winding paths and at any given moment, we are all at different places in our journey. Respect, acceptance and endeavoring to understand is the best any of us can offer.
What do you think makes your ceremonies special as a Savannah, GA wedding officiant?
I believe marriage, in its truest sense, is the highest devotion to another. We give of ourselves not because we have to but because we choose, every day, again and again, we choose that person forever.
Are there particular areas near you where you prefer to travel or have special experience?
I am currently in the Savannah, Georgia area. I have performed ceremonies in Savannah and Tybee Island, Georgia. I have also traveled as far as 700 miles to perform a wedding ceremony. That was a special circumstance and my expenses were covered by the couple.
Types of Service Offered
Same-Sex Marriages, Renewal of Vows, Handfastings, Premarital Counseling, Spiritual Guidance
Additional Information
I endeavor to make each wedding ceremony personal to the couple. It is of the utmost importance, on their most special day, to make their vision and dream of what their ceremony should be, perfect for them.