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Your Wedding Officiant in Columbia Missouri & surrounding areas....

Ceremonies & Services

I am proud to offer a few types of Ceremonies that will allow you to customize one to your specific needs.

~Types of Ceremonies~

~ Unity ~ Elopement ~ Non-Denominational

~ Traditional/Non-Traditional ~ Religious ~ Vow Renewal ~ Civil ~ Surprise ~ Themed

~ Commitment ~ Interfaith

~ Spiritual Humanist - Alternative

Special Pricing for those couples 60+

Military Discount with a current Military ID*

For more Mature Couples 60+.. Let's chat

I have a very special rate for those couples who are over 60 years of age.. Let's Chat.

The Signing - $100

Do you just need your Wedding License Signed; I can do that for you and take it to the Boone County Recorder's Office for you. We would meet at a location of your choice within 5 miles of the Columbia, Mo. Courthouse. Addition mileage charge if 5 - 30 miles and if a surrounding county,

an additional $100 fee. 10 minute wait time non-refundable.

Payment in full ~ upon booking.

The Elopement - $150

Have you decided to get married on a Whim? This is perfect for a short and sweet wedding (10 - 15 minutes). No rehearsal included. Payment in full ~ due upon booking and the wedding take place within 1 week from booking. 2 Wedding witnesses at minimum and 6 guests total is Perfect for something intimate. This is not available for a ceremony at a Wedding Venue.

The Short & Sweet- $250

The Short & Sweet is what some may call that little Downsized version of the Traditional Ceremony. This is perfect for 20 Guests or less and can run between 15 - 30 minutes. You receive (1) one hour personalized meeting and unlimited e-mail support allowing me to get to know you and your partner. One revision or update to your Ceremony. 10 Day advanced booking preferred but not necessary.. *see additional Information.

50% Deposit required at the time of booking.

Personal & Intimate - $300

This ceremony can be between 30 minutes to an hour and usually you would have between 20 - 50 guests. You receive (1) one hour personal meeting to discuss all those things that you desire to make your ceremony perfect, two ceremony revisions or updates (date changes are not included). A consult with your wedding coordinator and vendors is included. I will arrive 30 minutes prior to your ceremony and stay 30 minutes after as needed. (additional time can be requested). 30 Day advanced booking required.

(I would gladly attend the rehearsal dinner upon request) .

50% Deposit required at the time of booking.

Traditional- $400

This Ceremony is for those who want to put their special touch on their own wedding. This ceremony can be between 30 minutes to an hour and usually you would have between 50 - 100 guests. You receive (1) one hour personal meeting to discuss all those things that you desire to make your ceremony perfect, two ceremony revisions or updates (date changes not included). A consult with your wedding coordinator and vendors is included. I will arrive 30 minutes prior to your ceremony and stay 30 minutes after as needed. (additional time can be requested).

30 Day advanced booking required.

50% Deposit required at the time of booking.

Additional Information

Booking Information

All Bookings require a 50% Non-refundable deposit.

Balance due one week prior to the service.

If you are reading this the week of your wedding you will be invoiced the full fee for one hour. If for any reason the ceremony is delayed past the hour you will be invoiced an additional $75 for the extra time. If it goes over 2 hours there is

All Bookings require a 50% Non-refundable deposit.

Balance due one week prior to the service.

All Ceremonies include the signing and filing of your Marriage License.

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Mileage and Travel Rates

All ceremonies include a distance of a 30 mile radius from 65201 zip code.

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Any location/travel outside of 30 mile radius of zip 65201 will be assessed a travel charge of .85 cents per mile.

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Destination Wedding are also an option, let's chat!

A bride in a lace wedding dress poses thoughtfully outdoors with a groom seated on a red chair in the background.

Date Change & Holiday Fee & Cancellation Policy

Date change is an additional

$100 fee if available.

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Holiday Fee - If the Ceremony falls on a Sunday through Saturday of a Holiday Week, there is a premium fee of $125.

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There shall be no refund of retainer after booking the reservation of the ceremony.

Other arrangements shall

be discussed bet

Date change is an additional

$100 fee if available.

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Holiday Fee - If the Ceremony falls on a Sunday through Saturday of a Holiday Week, there is a premium fee of $125.

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There shall be no refund of retainer after booking the reservation of the ceremony.

Other arrangements shall

be discussed between the

Clients and the officiant.

All arrangements

will be put in writing via invoicing.

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Preferred Vendors

Wedding Photographers

A GREAT Photographer can be one of the best assets a couple can have on their special day.

Bee Brook Photography~

Rekart Photography~

J. Weiss Photography

Laken McDonald Photography

Sydney Cone Photography~

Lily Guillen Photo~

Living-Moment Photography

KB Photography & Design

Major Films

Find out more

Event Venues

If your still looking for that perfect venue, let me help you with some wonderful choices throughout the state of Missouri.

Emerson Fields - Amelia & Steve Holder ~

Fox Hollow Weddings & Events

Red Rock Acres ~

Ely Manor ~

Century Farm by The Lake ~

The 1931 Venue ~

The Colonel Lewis Bolton Home ~

Apple Creek Farm ~

Wedding Cakes and Confections

The sweetest of sweets ~ Some of the most wonderful Baker's reside in Missouri! Let me introduce you to just a few.

Megan's Confection Perfections

Cakes by Kristina

Florists (Fresh & Wooden)

Wooden & Fresh Flowers

Busch's Florist

Yellow City Dreams

D-Zines Weddings

Make-up Artists & Beauty

A makeup artist applying lip liner to a bride with styled blonde hair.

Let Your Confidence Shine Pretty Girl!

Bella Bride

Image Makers

Miscellaneous Services

Moment's of Love and Romance can be captured in so many ways. Whether it is special Artwork, Trinkets for those in your Wedding or Boudoir Photos for your special one. Even Honeymoon locations & specials.

Resin In Bloom

NIcole Ruszala Rekart Wedding Officiant

Glam Cam KC

Sherry w/Vincent Vacations

Boudoir by Billie Photography

Bridal Boss

Star Brides ~ Bridal Gowns

Rockin Bod

C5 Events & Decor

Calendar Events

June 19th ~ June 24th

NOLA Wedding

All day

New Orleans LA

Event Details

June 19th ~ June 24th

NOLA Wedding

Out of State Wedding

All day

New Orleans LA

June 26th, 2026

Wedding in Columbia, MO

7 PM Private Location

Event Details

June 26th, 2026

Wedding in Columbia, MO

Willis ~ Holem Wedding

7 PM Private Location

June 27th, 2026

Wedding in Columbia, MO

Private Location

Event Details

June 27th, 2026

Wedding in Columbia, MO

Dewein ~ Tarver Wedding

Private Location

July 15th, 2026

Tentative Wedding in Columbia, MO

3:00

-

3:30

SL Park

Event Details

July 15th, 2026

Tentative Wedding in Columbia, MO

Ewing ~ McFarland Wedding

3:00

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3:30

SL Park

July 15th

Wedding in Columbia, MO.

1:30 pm

-

2:00 pM

SLP Columbia, Missouri

Event Details

July 15th

Wedding in Columbia, MO.

Ewing & McFarland

1:30 pm

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2:00 pM

SLP Columbia, Missouri

Alternative Weddings, Last Rights & Funerals

Welcome Heather to The Marrying Minister!

Please welcome to the Marrying Minister, Reverend Heather Simpson. Heather specializes in Alternative Weddings, Celebrations of Life, and Funerals. Heather is a local to the Columbia, Missouri area and is the mother to two wonderful sons and a beautiful daughter.

Her compassion and care for those who have crossed the veil allow her to specialize in celebrations of those who we love the most.

Irrespective of age, we mourn for those loved and lost. Mourning is one of the deepest expressions of pure love.

If you find your in need or her services, please feel free to reach out....

Your Wedding Officiant in Columbia Missouri & surrounding areas....

Your Wedding Officiant in Columbia Missouri & surrounding areas....

My thoughts about Love

Welcome, I am glad you are here....

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Ceremonies & Services

I am proud to offer a few types of Ceremonies that will allow you to customize one to your specific needs.

For more Mature Couples 60+.. Let's chat

The Signing - $100

The Elopement - $150

The Short & Sweet- $250

Personal & Intimate - $300

Traditional- $400

Additional Information

Booking Information

Mileage and Travel Rates

Date Change & Holiday Fee & Cancellation Policy

Date Change & Holiday Fee & Cancellation Policy

Preferred Vendors

Wedding Photographers

Event Venues

Wedding Cakes and Confections

Florists (Fresh & Wooden)

Make-up Artists & Beauty

Miscellaneous Services

Love Stories from The Marrying Minister Clients

Contact Me

Drop me a line!

Better yet, see me in person! We can always meet at a local coffee shop.

The Marrying Minister

Hours

Calendar Events

June 19th ~ June 24th

NOLA Wedding

All day

June 19th ~ June 24th

NOLA Wedding

All day

June 26th, 2026

Wedding in Columbia, MO

June 26th, 2026

Wedding in Columbia, MO

June 27th, 2026

Wedding in Columbia, MO

June 27th, 2026

Wedding in Columbia, MO

July 15th, 2026

Tentative Wedding in Columbia, MO

3:00

-

3:30

July 15th, 2026

Tentative Wedding in Columbia, MO

3:00

-

3:30

July 15th

Wedding in Columbia, MO.

1:30 pm

-

2:00 pM

July 15th

Wedding in Columbia, MO.

1:30 pm

-

2:00 pM

Alternative Weddings, Last Rights & Funerals

Welcome Heather to The Marrying Minister!

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