Kirstie S. Fellenbaum
Ordained Minister in Coatesville, Pennsylvania
Why did you originally become an ordained minister online?
My parents were getting married and wanted an "official officiant" but still wanted someone they personally knew and so they asked me if I'd be willing to get ordained, and I was flattered!
Where are you from?
I'm from Chester County, Pennsylvania.
What do you hope to achieve with your online ordination?
Honestly, if I only ever use it for my parents' wedding, that's fine by me. But I'm also happy to help unite anyone else out there who may be in need of a laid back, friendly, non judgemental, weirdo of an officiant!
Religious Affiliations
Atheism, Spiritualism, Universal Life Church, Other
Additional Information
I believe that belief and spirituality is personal; I believe what I believe and I'm not changing my beliefs to fit a label. But I'd say I most closely align with secular humanism, spiritual naturalism, & atheism. I am a member of the Satanic Temple (which is importantly a different organization than the Church of Satan, and does not practice Satanism.) But I was raised Methodist, and I will always respect other people's religions and beliefs (until those beliefs stop respecting and/or start harming others) and will work with you on a religious ceremony if you'd like one, though to be honest there's no shortage of religious officiants so I'm not sure why you'd want to pick me over one of them :)
What do you think makes your ceremonies special as a Coatesville, PA wedding officiant?
I'll work with you to ensure the ceremony is everything you want it to be. I believe any way you want to celebrate your love is the right way for you.
Are there particular areas near you where you prefer to travel or have special experience?
I do not require a fee for my services, though I will accept donations/tips if you feel so inclined. I'm willing to travel pretty much anywhere with enough notice, but anything past the 50 mile mark, I may charge a small travelling fee, just for gas/time. I will always be open and transparent about any fees in advance if applicable.
Types of Service Offered
Marriages, Same-Sex Marriages, Renewal of Vows, Handfastings
Additional Information
I believe the right way to celebrate your love is whatever way feels right to you, and that no one else can tell you what love is and isn't, or what it should look like. I'll work with you to ensure whatever your views and religious or spiritual beliefs (if any), you have a ceremony that feels right for you.
I am afab but nonbinary (she/they). I've been happily married to my wife for many years. We are polyamorous. I am a (high masking) autistic individual with ADHD. I have a lot of experience working with people with disabilities (including mental/emotional and other invisible disabilities.) Most of these things are facts you would not know if I didn't bring them up (I've been told I'm 'very normal-passing', lol) but I mention them here in case any of this resonates with you and you would feel more comfortable with someone like me.