Rachel Valdes
Ordained Minister in Miami, Florida
Why did you originally become an ordained minister online?
I became ordained because I wanted to accompany people through meaningful moments in their lives. I believe those moments deserve care, sincerity and respect for each person’s story and beliefs. Being able to listen and help people express what matters to them is what draws me to this role.
Me ordene porque queria acompanar a las personas en momentos significativos de sus vidas. Creo que esos momentos merecen cuidado, sinceridad y respeto por la historia y las creencias de cada persona. Poder escuchar y ayudarles a expresar lo que sienten y valoran es lo que me atrae de esta labor.
Where are you from?
I live in Miami, Florida. . Vivo en Miami, Florida.
What do you hope to achieve with your online ordination?
I hope to help people feel heard, respected and supported during important moments in their lives. I want to create ceremonies that feel sincere and personal, where their love, beliefs and individuality have a place.
Espero ayudar a las personas a sentirse escuchadas, respetadas y acompanadas en momentos importantes de sus vidas. Quiero crear ceremonias sinceras y personales, donde tengan espacio su amor, sus creencias y su forma de ser.
Religious Affiliations
Other
What do you think makes your ceremonies special as a Miami, FL wedding officiant?
I listen to each person’s story and what makes the occasion meaningful to them. Whether celebrating love, welcoming a baby, honoring a life or marking a new beginning, I bring warmth, care and respect for their beliefs. I want everyone to feel welcome and comfortable being themselves, with words and rituals that reflect who they are. . Escucho la historia de cada persona y lo que hace significativo ese momento para ella. Ya sea celebrar el amor, dar la bienvenida a un bebe, honrar una vida o marcar un nuevo comienzo, aporto calidez, cuidado y respeto por sus creencias. Quiero que todos se sientan bienvenidos y comodos siendo ellos mismos, con palabras y rituales que los representen.
Are there particular areas near you where you prefer to travel or have special experience?
Miami and South Florida. Travel to Tampa Bay and other locations may be arranged, subject to availability and a separate travel quote.
Miami y el sur de Florida. Los desplazamientos a Tampa Bay y otras localidades pueden acordarse segun disponibilidad y con una cotizacion de viaje aparte.
Types of Service Offered
Marriages, Same-Sex Marriages, Renewal of Vows, Handfastings, Funerals, House Blessings
Additional Information
In addition to the services listed on my profile, I offer symbolic baby welcoming ceremonies, celebrations of life and memorials, and ceremonies for closure and new beginnings by request and others… . Aparte de los que aparecen en mis servicios, ofrezco bienvenidas simbolicas de bebes, celebraciones de vida y memoriales, y ceremonias de cierre y nuevos comienzos por solicitud y otros…
Prices start at $125 and vary by ceremony, personalization and travel. . Los precios comienzan en $125 y varian segun la ceremonia, la personalizacion y el desplazamiento.