Authentic Weddings
Weddings done your way!
Wedding Officiant serving Chattanooga TN and the greater surrounding areas. Officiants are also available in Georgia & Texas. Contact us for your wedding needs!
About Debbie
This is your day, and I work with you to make it everything you want. Whether, formal, silly, theme, or destination, this day is all about you.
I love helping people in their journey for all things authentic. Officiating weddings is just one way to celebrate life with you on your special day and encourage you to live your best life!
Open & Affirming
LOVE IS LOVE, AND WE ARE OPEN TO ALL PEOPLE REGARDLESS OF RACE, RELIGION OR SEXUAL ORIENTATION
Pre Marital Coaching
Our officiants are ordainded non denomiational ministers. 1 hour online video sessions availabe at an reasonable cost.
Virtual Weddings
Yes we can do it online! Need to get married now and plan your big party later? We can do online zoom or even a facebook live wedding.
Great on short notice!
Work wonders with a short time line. Wedding was planned in 3 weeks
Misty April 19 2022
Apr 19, 2022
Valentines Day Elopement!
She is so Sweet… So professional. I highly recommend Ms. Debbie.
Angela February 14 2022
Feb 14, 2022
Amazing Day!
Debbie was amazing! She wrote a gorgeous script and hiked way out to Snoopers Rock to marry us! Her sense of humor and compassion was more than I could ask for!!!!!! We LOVEEE DEBBIE!
Amy C 9/15/2022
Sep 26, 2022
Very Professional!
Ms. Deb was pleasant to work with. She was very personal as well as professional. She made everything as simple as we wanted. If your in need of an officiant I would highly recommend her.
Mary May 21 2022
May 21, 2022
A Sweet Elopement
Awesome and stress free ❤❤❤
Sylvia July 17 2022
Jul 17, 2022
Wonderful Day
Ms. Debbie was wonderful!
Beverly April 16 2022
Apr 16, 2022
Wonderful New Year Day Wedding!
Debbie was wonderful over the phone and in person. She was knowledgeable and helpful with our ceremony from beginning to end. We wanted to get married at midnight on New Years Eve and officially became husband and wife a few minutes later on New Years Day. She made the trip to Chattanooga, TN to mak...
Franchesca & Cecil 1-1-2023
Jan 15, 2023
Anna-Leigh
Debbie was amazing! She wrote the most beautiful ceremony for me and my husband. Would definitely recommend her to anyone! She was very efficient, professional, sweet, and personable. She made our day extra special and I couldn’t have asked for anyone better. She truly is amazing and we were so bles...
Anna-Leigh
Mar 21, 2022
Very Pleased!
I loved that Deb gave us the option to write our own vows. She showed up ahead of schedule just to meet me and my fiancé.
Casey June 5 2022
Jun 28, 2022
Mountain top wedding
Debbie was great. She was reasonably priced and she was very responsive. We wanted a short and simple wedding vows and she did it.
Jimmy
Jul 28, 2022
Angela 2-14-2022
She is so Sweet… So professional. I highly recommend Mrs. Debbie.
Sep 26, 2022
Exceptional!
She was really nice and sweet. She explained the process clearly and made the whole experience memorable. Great for same sex marriages, eloping, and flexibility.
Sep 26, 2022
Perfect!
Just what we wanted. Simple and sincere. Thanks, Deb!
Lanie 9/22/2022
Oct 28, 2022
GLBT Affirming!
She was really nice and sweet. She explained the process clearly and made the whole experience memorable. Great for same sex marriages, eloping, and flexibility.
Jasmine- March 23 2022
Mar 23, 2022
Wonderful Experiance!
Thank you Debbie for being there for me every step of the way! You were amazing. I love your personality and the way you made my day special.
Candace
Jul 2, 2022
Very Happy!
We were so pleased with how are wedding ceremony was performed. Our ceremony was so amazing and couldn’t have been happier!
Angelica 10-7-2022
Oct 28, 2022
A Waterfall Elopement
My experience with Authentic Weddings was truly priceless. Debbie was on time (she got there before I did 😀) and gave a beautiful ceremony.
Kendra November 17 2018
Jul 28, 2022
Absolutly Amazing!
Debbie was absolutely amazing to work with. She was very personal with us and wrote a beautiful script for the ceremony and included anything we wanted and suggested. She really was a trooper and even learned a new ceremony procedure for us. I absolutely and genuinely adore Debbie and the time she t...
Candace C 9/15/2022
Sep 26, 2022
Fantastic!
Debbie was fantastic. She really listened to our needs and wants, and delivered a beautiful ceremony.
Kylene 10/13/2022
Oct 28, 2022
Amazing Wedding!
We had an amazing ceremony. Debbie was so helpful and answered all questions that we had. She fulfilled our requests for what we wanted in the ceremony. Very patient and kind. Would definitely recommend to all couples. Her pricing is great too
Rosalie
Jun 25, 2022
Perfect Day!
The sweetest experience ever. Debbie took great care of us and make everything so easy.
Mikayla 2/14/2022
Sep 26, 2022
Everything we wanted!
She was extremely kind and supportive. A few days before my wedding my original officiant told us he couldn’t do the wedding and Debbie almost immediately messaged back after I asked if she could help us out even with it being such short notice. She is amazing!
Rachel C 8/5/2022
Sep 26, 2022
Made My Day!
When I tell you Debbie made my day special and not only is she so easy to communicate but she makes you feel very supportive.
Yuli 2-12-2022
Sep 26, 2022
Above & Beyond
Debbie went above and beyond for us! Debbie arrived at the court house before we did! She answered all of our questions and even helped us write some vows. We had an issue getting our license but thanks to Debbie she made it happen. Debbie took our pictures even special request pictures. She made it...
Myrna February 14 2022
Jul 28, 2022
A Valentines Wedding!
The sweetest experience ever. Debbie took great care of us and make everything so easy.
Mikayla February 14 2022
Feb 14, 2022
Absolutely Fantastic!
Debbie was absolutely fantastic. She was so nice the whole time and gave an absolutely beautiful ceremony I highly recommend.
Alicia & Cobi 9-23-2022
Oct 28, 2022
Short & Sweet Elopement
She was amazing, and super nice and understanding, and early to arrive!!!
Tammi April 30 2022
Apr 30, 2022
25 Year Vow Renewal
Authentic weddings did a fantastic service for a renewing our vows, she was very personal, and spoke from her heart.
Tom July 4 2022
Jul 4, 2022
Lakeside Wedding!
Debbie was wonderful and really made our day feel special. She is the sweetest and got along with our families great too! I highly recommend her to anyone looking. We just did a simple by the lake at an Airbnb wedding. She was on time, fun, and professional! Thank you Debbie!
Katlin June 2 2022
Jun 2, 2022
Easy to work with
Debbie was very fast addressing my questions. waiting for the big day!
Diana May 7 2022
May 7, 2022
Top-notch wedding officiant!
Top-notch wedding officiant. The level of professionalism and ceremony services was excellent. To anyone looking for that right person to reformer wedding ceremony I would look no further.
Jeffrey
Jun 20, 2022
An Amazing Day!
Debbie was amazing! She led the most beautiful ceremony for my sisters wedding. It was like we have known her for some time. She was on time and so sweet and welcoming. I would highly recommend using her. She’s awesome!
Carol March 18 2022
Mar 28, 2022
Exceeded all Expectations!
Debbie is the best! She exceeded all expectations. She wrote our vows exactly the way we wanted. She spoke confidently and clearly at the alter and was always quick to respond to all of my questions. Highly recommend!
Emily & Christian 10/6/2022
Oct 28, 2022
My Perfect Day!
Debbie was amazing! She wrote the most beautiful ceremony for me and my husband. Would definitely recommend her to anyone! She was very efficient, professional, sweet, and personable. She made our day extra special and I couldn’t have asked for anyone better.
Anna-Leigh 3/21/2022
Sep 26, 2022
Amazing to work with!
Debbie is very well to work with, we told her what we were looking for even when we didn’t have the complete picture, just some of the pieces. She was able to feel in the gaps in and complete what we wanted. Debbie did an amazing job with our wedding. If you are looking for someone to officiant your...
Nathan April 15 2022
Apr 15, 2022
Elopement on short notice!
Great experience all the way! Loved it very much
Scotty May 3 2022
May 28, 2022
A Perfect Day!
When I tell you she made my day special and not only is she so easy to communicate but she makes you feel very supportive.
Yuli February 12 2022
Feb 12, 2022
The Best!
Absolutely the BEST officiant we could have asked for. She was so professional and did an amazing job! Highly recommend!!!
Camillie 10/15/2022
Oct 28, 2022
Made our day!
Debbie was the best! She made our ceremony short and sweet just like I requested but still made it very personable. We received many compliments on our vows which we allowed Debbie to write. She was great at communicating with us and she was super super nice!
Megan S 8/12/2022
Sep 26, 2022
Wonderful Park Wedding
You will love everything about Ms. Deb I promise! She made my wife and day awesome.. Thanks again
Jessica March 26 2022
Mar 26, 2022
The best day!
It was perfect it was exactly what we wanted short and sweet and at a very reasonable price it was easier knowing she had my back. And it’s true you do feel different afterwards even if it’s not a huge wedding thank you so much it was very special loves and hugs!
Sunni May 3 2022
May 3, 2022
Everything we wanted!
We couldn’t have asked for anyone better than Debbie!! We were left scrambling and panicked trying to find someone at the last minute and I am over the moon we found her. When we spoke on the phone to get to know each other- she was fantastic about easing all worries. Our ceremony was everything we...
Bailey & Jordan 9/3/2022
Oct 28, 2022
Amazing Day!
Debbie was amazing and very helpful! She helped us have a great ceremony and was there for us every step of the way!
Vanessa & Deena 10/1/2022
Oct 28, 2022
What To Expect?
Once you have booked your date and made your deposit, I will schedule a video or phone call, whatever works best for you. We will go over your detials and wishes for your vows or anything extra you want to make part of your special day.
How much?
Whether your wedding is big or small, the cost can add up. I charge a flat fee of $275.00, which includes a ceremony custom to exactly how you want it. I share samples after the deposit is made. I am available for phone, text, and video chats as much as you need. I do everything to make your day awesome! An extra fee can be discussed if your destination is more than 150 miles round trip.
What is your travel area?
I service Chattanooga, TN and the surrounding areas. Extra mileage fee may apply for destinations greater than 150 miles roundtrip.
Do you do special weddings?
I do all types of weddings! Handfasting, Jump over a broomstick, light a candle, formal, casual and everything in between. Whatever you want because this is all about your special day!
Will I mail in your certificate?
I am happy to mail your certificate for you and provide a tracking number for $25.00.
Let’s Plan Your Day!