Horacio Salinas Jr., PhD

I want to be able to serve as God's minister among the community in various capacities, including officiating in marriages. I have extensive theological training, including holding a Master's in Theological Studies. I was also studying to become a catholic priest and have 11 years of seminary training and formation. I want to bring my knowledge, experience, and past training into this capacity as an ordained minister.

I am from South Texas, Laredo, Texas.

I hope to become an effective minister and reflect by words and actions the very best that the Universal Life Church represents in terms of its mission and vision.

My affiliation with both the Universal Life Church and the Catholic tradition reflects my commitment to honoring the sacred in all people. I draw from the depth of Catholic spirituality while embracing the Universal Life Church’s openness and inclusivity. Together, they allow me to minister with compassion, respect, and a sincere desire to serve diverse couples.

What makes my ceremonies special is not anything that I bring on my own, but the sacred presence of God revealed through the couple and the community gathered around them. Each wedding is a holy moment in which God’s love is made visible through their commitment, their story, and the people who come to witness it. As an officiant, I approach every ceremony with a deep sense of humility. I see my role not as the centerpiece but as a servant, one who helps give voice to the blessings already present in the union. I am honored to stand with the couple, to affirm their vows before God, and to offer a pastoral blessing over a love that is uniquely theirs and divinely inspired.

I primarily serve the Laredo area, but I am open to traveling throughout Webb County and other counties in Texas and even would consider out of State when needed. I accommodate couples and families wherever they are, as long as travel arrangements are discussed in advance.

I strive to offer ministry that is grounded in compassion, prayer, and a deep respect for each couple’s story. I hope to create a space where God’s presence can be felt and where the couple feels supported and blessed. Every service I provide is shaped by a desire to honor the sacredness commitment.