Chris
Ordained Minister in Dover Plains, New York
Why did you originally become an ordained minister online?
Because I'd had a diverse religious and spiritual background having studied for many years in the traditions of Christianity, Paganism, Wicca, Santeria, Hoodoo, Kabbalah, just to name a few.
Where are you from?
I am from New York originally.
What do you hope to achieve with your online ordination?
To be able to bring people together who want to celebrate the milestones in their lives, creating sacred moments that will last a lifetime.
Religious Affiliations
Asatru, Atheism, Buddhism, Catholicism, Christianity, Church of Satan, Dragon Rouge, Illuminati, Kabbalah, Neopaganism, New Age, Norse Religion, Protestantism, Satanism, Spiritualism, Taoism, Tibetan Buddhism, Unitarian Universalism, Universal Life Church, Voodoo, Wicca, Zen, Other
Additional Information
think the most important thing to add is how I view the 'spirit' of the ceremony.
When I say I am a storyteller, I don’t just mean telling the timeline of your relationship. I focus deeply on the spiritual narrative of your connection. I know that 'spirituality' looks different for every single couple—for some, it’s rooted in scripture; for others, it’s found in nature, in deep shared values, or in the way you support each other’s growth.
My goal is to identify exactly what feels sacred to you and weave that into the ceremony. I want to make sure the prayers, blessings, or reflections I choose don't just sound nice, but genuinely resonate with your personal spiritual life. I want you to stand at the altar and feel that the ceremony isn't just 'official,' but that it is truly anointed by your specific beliefs.
What do you think makes your ceremonies special as a Dover Plains, NY wedding officiant?
I think what makes my ceremonies special is that I don't use 'cookie-cutter' scripts. I specialize in telling your specific love story. I spend time getting to know you so that when your guests hear the ceremony, they learn something new about you. I aim for that perfect balance where your guests are laughing one moment and tearing up the next. It won’t feel like a generic lecture; it will feel like a celebration of your journey.
Are there particular areas near you where you prefer to travel or have special experience?
I am registered as a celebrant with New York City.
Types of Service Offered
Marriages, Same-Sex Marriages, Renewal of Vows, Handfastings, Baptisms, Funerals, Christenings, House Blessings, Exorcisms, Spiritual Healing, Premarital Counseling, General Ministry, Spiritual Guidance