Andrea De La Cruz
Ordained Minister in Snellville, Georgia
Why did you originally become an ordained minister online?
I became an ordained minister because I believe every couple deserves a wedding ceremony that feels personal, meaningful, and true to their love story. As an intimate-wedding photographer, I saw couples searching for a simple, beautiful, and stress-free experience. Becoming ordained allows me to support them beyond photography by creating and officiating heartfelt ceremonies where they feel celebrated, comfortable, and cared for.
Where are you from?
I was born in Bayamon, PR but raised in NYC. Now I reside in Snellville, GA
What do you hope to achieve with your online ordination?
I hope to create meaningful, personalized ceremonies for couples who want an intimate and stress-free wedding experience. My goal is to help couples feel seen, supported, and celebrated while honoring their unique love story. Through my ordination, I can offer officiating, photography, and thoughtful wedding guidance as one seamless experience.
Religious Affiliations
Universal Life Church
Additional Information
My faith is rooted in Christianity, and I am ordained through the Universal Life Church. I respect couples from all backgrounds and strive to create welcoming, meaningful ceremonies that honor each couple’s beliefs, traditions, culture, and personal love story.
What do you think makes your ceremonies special as a Snellville, GA wedding officiant?
My ceremonies are warm, personal, and centered on each couple’s unique love story. I create an intimate, welcoming experience where couples feel comfortable, supported, and fully present. As both an officiant and photographer, I also understand how to create meaningful moments that feel natural and are beautifully captured.
Are there particular areas near you where you prefer to travel or have special experience?
I am based in Snellville and primarily serve Gwinnett County and the greater Metro Atlanta area, including Lawrenceville, Grayson, Loganville, Duluth, and Atlanta. I specialize in intimate weddings, elopements, vow renewals, and home or backyard ceremonies. I am also available for courthouse, park, and small-venue ceremonies throughout the region.
Types of Service Offered
Marriages, Same-Sex Marriages, Renewal of Vows, Handfastings, House Blessings
Additional Information
I specialize in intimate weddings, elopements, vow renewals, and simple marriage-license signing ceremonies throughout Metro Atlanta. As a bilingual English- and Spanish-speaking officiant, I can perform ceremonies in English, Spanish, or both languages. Couples can choose officiating alone or a complete experience that includes ceremony planning, decor, photography, and a celebratory toast. My goal is to make getting married feel personal, inclusive, beautiful, and stress-free.