Elijah Nathaniel Hamilton
Ordained Minister in Howell, Michigan
Why did you originally become an ordained minister online?
My mission is to provide memorable and welcoming ceremonies for LGBTQ+, straight, non-binary, and trans couples.
I was raised in a religious household, like many of you were, and I truly believe that being spiritual — being full of energy and full of love — matters more than any one religion. It's not about hatred or judgment — it's about welcoming people with open arms and making sure they matter most. I've been to so many weddings, and so many of them feel traditional and the same.
I wanted to offer a nontraditional option — one that allows for real personalization and is welcoming of any spirit and any kind of love.
Where are you from?
I hail from the Midwest and have traveled many places. Born in South Bend, IN, I spent half my life in Chicago after college, and now call Howell, MI home.
What do you hope to achieve with your online ordination?
People are important, and love is important no matter who you are — LGBTQ+, trans, non-binary, or straight. Great experiences are what people want when you're receiving a blessing or going to a ceremony of any kind. The warmth I bring to a room is a big part of the magick and love that people need to push forward in life. My point is to make all of my ceremonies inclusive — to honor all people without differentiating between them. You don't want to be judged, or have someone trying to figure out if you deserve your moment. I hope to achieve inclusive ceremonies that are memorable, and that honor you and your guests.
Religious Affiliations
Intelligent Design, Kabbalah, New Age, New Thought, Other
Additional Information
I don't look at myself as having a particular religious affiliation. I look at myself as being new age, primarily — a studier and researcher of many religions and many ways of doing things. I'm also a continuous reader of all kinds of magick books, because I feel they often give a better perspective on what love is than the more popular books we read. My belief in love is my primary religion. Everyone deserves a chance, and everyone deserves a moment that's celebrated. That's what I'm here for.
What do you think makes your ceremonies special as a Howell, MI wedding officiant?
My ceremonies are designed by you, mostly. I want to know what your individual presentation of love looks like — and if you're lost on that, I work with your Body Design and Zodiac to create a story around your shared life, using your own spiritual knowledge, or that of your Zodiac Angels, to create a memorable ceremony that honors your love and creates a blessing that lasts through the relationship.
Every ceremony is personalized and customized to the couple. I don't overlook what you think of your own life, spirit, and happiness — I involve you and ask the right questions so you get exactly what you want, because it's your moment. I work with my team of angels to make a special seal for each couple, so everything comes together and you leave with the proper blessings. I believe in sensory experience too — incense, and truly living in the moment for that particular ceremony.
I'm here to create a ceremony that's just for you. I'm not here to follow tradition or adjust to everybody else's needs — just yours. My ceremonies are always personal, connected, and customized for your love and your vision — and of course, magickal.
Are there particular areas near you where you prefer to travel or have special experience?
I am currently located in Howell, MI I travel when I need to and do weddings in my local Michigan Area as well Livingston County and also Ann Arbor, and Detroit.
Types of Service Offered
Marriages, Same-Sex Marriages, Renewal of Vows, House Blessings, Spiritual Healing, Premarital Counseling, Spiritual Guidance
Additional Information
These are some things I have done in the past for my private ceremonies
Numerology / number merging for couples Custom seal creation for each couple Angel blessings Jumping the broom Candlelight ceremonies Sage/incense burning Blessed oil creation and oil blessings