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Phoenix-based but servicing Arizona statewide, 1st Officiant specializes in officiating fully customized wedding ceremonies for couples of all faiths and backgrounds. Ordained minister Matt Nathanson and officiant Kyle Allen are passionate about crafting wholly original, unique ceremonies catered to your personality and style that you and your guests will never forget.

Services Offered
For over ten years, 1st Officiant has been dedicated to making each couple’s wedding ceremony a fun, memorable, and stress-free experience. Its team offers unlimited pre-wedding support and counseling, and will take care of signing and filing your wedding license. 1st Officiant will even help ghostwrite your best man and maid of honor’s speeches! Matt and Kyle are happy to accommodate every couple's needs, whether you require their services for a wedding ceremony, rehearsal, vow renewal, or an elopement.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the typical price for your wedding services?

$695

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$375

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$95

What is the starting price for pre-marital counseling (per session)?

$175

What types of weddings and events do you provide services for?

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal
Civil Union

What services do you provide?

Premarital Counseling

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Anglican
Baha'i Faith
Baptist
Buddhist
Earth-Based
Episcopalian
Evangelical
Hindu
Islam
Jainism
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
Mormon
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Presbyterian
Quaker
Shinto
Sikhism
Taoist
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

AZ
CA

What languages do you speak?

English
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Karli K. Sent on 11/03/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Exceeded Our Expectations

Kyle Allen did a phenomenal job performing our ceremony. We had multiple meetings prior to our wedding day which made me and my husband feel much more relaxed about the process. He personalizes everything and creates a ceremony that is truly just for you and your spouse. I received countless compliments on how beautiful the ceremony was and how unique it was because of how customized it was. We can’t thank Kyle enough for being a part of our special day!
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Lynn S. Sent on 12/22/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Flexible and accomodating

Kyle did a wonderful job explaining the process and was very upbeat and professional. We ran into traffic so were a little late getting there but everything went great. We got our license back from the county just 2 weeks later.
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Elizabeth Sent on 06/24/2009
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Matt was the most amazing officiant. He helped us to custom create our ceremony, and everyone that attended said that was the most genuine ceremony they had ever seen. It celebrated our love, and Matt helped us put that into words. He is incredibly professional, and he led our rehearsal and ceremony with grace. He is the kind of person that once you meet, you know that no one else would be better to help you create a personalized, beautiful ceremony. I would recommend him for your ceremony, as he is eloquent, friendly, and cares about your vision and your success as a couple.
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Professional Network & Endorsements

14 Endorsements
The Ashley Castle The Ashley Castle Banquet Halls

Matt is our favorite wedding officiant. He is a "one of a kind", easy going, personable and top notch professional. He meets with his clients and gets to know them on a personal level and carries that personal touch to the alter and through the ceremony. The Ashley Castle staff highly recommends Matt to officiate your special wedding ceremony!

Andrea Leslie Weddings & Events Andrea Leslie Weddings & Events Wedding Planners

I had the opportunity to meet Matt over 6 years ago before I started my company. His passion for serving couples with a heart felt and unique ceremony makes him one of my very favorite officiants. Our team has had multiple opportunities to work with Matt over the years, and every ceremony leaves us speechless. He has a way of connecting with couples and making them feel incredibly special leading up to their wedding and especially on their wedding day. We would HIGHLY recommend Matt!

A Day to Cherish Weddings & Celebrations A Day to Cherish Weddings & Celebrations Wedding Planners

Every time one of my clients use Matt, they absolutely rave about him and how fantastic he is. He is professional, easy to work with and makes each ceremony so personal to each couple. I highly recommend 1st Officant

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