I am an ordained, non-denominational, Christian minister. As such, I am qualified and officially recognized to conduct both religious and non-religious weddings in the states of Illinois and Wisconsin. While I cannot conduct weddings for religions other than Christian, or in certain Christian religious traditions, I do officiate weddings for couples from a variety of faith traditions, including those with no religious background.
I was raised in a very conservative church background, which gave me a solid foundation for my belief. I have been an active pastor for 13 years, serving different churches. Currently my wife and I attend a non-denominational church in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, where we are active members. I continue to look for a church to serve as pastor.
I do not expect that everyone who asks me to officiate a wedding will be "religious" in the same sense that I am. However, I welcome the opportunity to discuss matters of faith with anyone, especially couples who look to blend their lives into a married home. Both of you enter this phase of your relationship with a history and a set of beliefs. As you grow together in your marriage, you will want to discuss this aspect of your lives just as you do every other aspect. Having me there to help you in starting that discussion can be a good beginning
I was raised in a very conservative church background, which gave me a solid foundation for my belief. I have been an active pastor for 13 years, serving different churches. Currently my wife and I attend a non-denominational church in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, where we are active members. I continue to look for a church to serve as pastor.
I do not expect that everyone who asks me to officiate a wedding will be "religious" in the same sense that I am. However, I welcome the opportunity to discuss matters of faith with anyone, especially couples who look to blend their lives into a married home. Both of you enter this phase of your relationship with a history and a set of beliefs. As you grow together in your marriage, you will want to discuss this aspect of your lives just as you do every other aspect. Having me there to help you in starting that discussion can be a good beginning