Lourdes Gutierrez

I chose to become ordained online to legally officiate a wedding ceremony for close friends. They wanted someone who knew them personally to guide their ceremony, and online ordination provided a legally recognized, efficient pathway to fulfill that role. It was a privilege to help them celebrate their milestone, and the experience gave me a deep appreciation for the responsibility and organization required to manage such a significant event.

Originally from Chicago—a city I hold very dear to my heart—I relocated to this beautiful mountain region in 2019, drawn by a calling for a change of scenery and a deeper connection to nature. Since making this area my home, I have been deeply inspired by its natural beauty, which brings a grounding, peaceful, and majestic energy to the meaningful life milestones and ceremonies I am privileged to celebrate with families here.

Through my ordination, my primary goal is to provide inclusive, personalized, and deeply meaningful ceremony experiences that reflect the unique stories of the couples and families I serve. I hope to utilize this calling to foster genuine community connections, offering a grounding and supportive presence during life's most significant milestones. Ultimately, I aim to combine my love for this majestic mountain region with my passion for celebration, helping people create lasting, joyful memories in the setting they love most.

What makes my ceremonies special is the balance of intentional personalization and expert crowd management. Coming from a vibrant city like Chicago, I appreciate the diverse backgrounds of the couples I work with and take great care in weaving their unique stories into a seamless, custom script.

While I am now based in this beautiful mountain region, my primary focus remains on the couple and their guests. I blend a warm, engaging public speaking style with absolute professionalism behind the scenes. This ensures that every ceremony runs smoothly, respects the couple’s timeline, and feels both highly polished and deeply authentic to who they are.

I am happy to travel in the Asheville area, Charlotte, Greenville, Spartanburg or Columbia SC.

I am a believer of love and ensuring that everyone can share love with who they love. My fees are $250 for a simple elopement and $500 for a standard wedding including one rehearsal. Events further than 50 miles will incur an extra $25 fee.