Michael
Ordained Minister in Omaha, Nebraska
Why did you originally become an ordained minister online?
I've worked in the church at many levels in different denominations for 40 years. Provided sermons, taught adult classes, served as board member, treasurer, elder, and deacon. Provided grief and marriage counseling, officiated at both weddings and funerals.
Where are you from?
I was born in Anthony Kansas. I attended elementary middle, and high school. Attended college in McPherson Kansas. Moved to Iowa, raised a family and then moved to Omaha Nebraska where I was the Chief Operating Officer of an National Agricultural Company. I am now retired living with my wife in Omaha.
What do you hope to achieve with your online ordination?
My desire is to help people. In our retirement, my wife and I has worked with agencies to minister to those who at the end of their life. I have performed weddings and funerals. Different facets of religious counseling including, pre-marital, marital, and grief counseling. Recently I worked with agencies counseling families when a family member gets a diagnosis of cancer, dementia, and other medical life changing events. I also filled in for a small church as Pastor when their pastor was away which included performing sermons.
Religious Affiliations
Baptists, Catholicism, Christianity, Methodism, New Age, Presbyterianism, Quakers, Universal Life Church
What do you think makes your ceremonies special as a Omaha, NE wedding officiant?
I personalize the weddings. I get to know both individuals and try to make the ceremony special.
Are there particular areas near you where you prefer to travel or have special experience?
Omaha Nebraska and Council Bluffs Iowa including the suburbs.
Types of Service Offered
Same-Sex Marriages, Renewal of Vows, Funerals, House Blessings, Exorcisms, Spiritual Healing, Premarital Counseling, General Ministry, Spiritual Guidance