Metro Detroit · Officiant · Writer · Vow Coach

I Do by Marisa

Your story, told with intention. Timeless in feeling. Never templated.

Begin Your Story Story is the signature.
Aerial view of a hillside wedding ceremony overlooking a green valley, guests seated beneath white parasols

Photography · Matthew Moore Photography

“She gave our love a language.”Gabrielle & Darius· “Every word felt like it was written just for us.”Heather & Brandon· “There is absolutely no one better.”Nick & Hannah· “My grandmother said she did better than any bishop she’s ever seen.”Nick Ayoub· “She made everyone laugh, and you felt in on the couple’s inside jokes!”Catherine O’Gorman·
About Marisa

Hi, I’m Marisa.

This work started with a simple ask: officiate a friend’s wedding. What I didn’t expect was how much I would care about getting it right — telling their story in a way that felt true, thoughtful, and completely their own. That’s become the foundation of everything I do.

A ceremony isn’t a formality. It’s the most personal story you’ll ever tell.

Written with care. Designed to sound like you.

I’m drawn to the in-between moments — the way you speak to each other, the shared humor, the quiet details that make you you.

Marisa
Portrait of Marisa, wedding officiant and ceremony writer, smiling in a cream cardigan
Marisa · Officiant & Writer

I listen closely. I ask the questions other people skip.

I write ceremonies that reflect it all back — natural, real, and completely yours.

Fully Custom

Every word written from scratch. No templates. No fill-in-the-blank. Your ceremony exists nowhere else.

Deep Listening

A real intake process — the questions others skip. By the time we’re done, I know your story well enough to tell it.

What I Offer

The experience.

Not just a ceremony — an experience of being known, heard, and reflected back with care.

01

The Signature Ceremony

A custom ceremony written from scratch and officiated with warmth, humor, and heart.

02

Script-Only Ceremonies

A fully written ceremony script — for when a friend or family member is officiating.

03

Officiant Coaching

One-on-one guidance for anyone speaking or officiating a ceremony.

04

Vow Writing Support

Guided resources and 1:1 support to help you write vows that feel like you.

The Process

How it works.

  1. I

    We commit

    Contract, deposit, date held. Then I ask one simple question: what’s your vibe? Hands-off or involved at every step — both are welcome.

  2. II

    I learn your story

    I want to know your story well enough to tell it. A Google Form, phone call, or voice notes give the most honest, personal reflection.

  3. III

    I write it

    I take the pieces of your story, add my craft, and write a ceremony that could only ever be yours. Then I send it for review — or not.

  4. IV

    We refine

    Rounds of edits and tone tweaks — or opt out and let me refine it solo. Completely your call.

What’s your vibe?

Hands Off

Trust me completely — see it on the day.

In Between

One review, a few tweaks. Most couples land here.

All In

Multiple rounds, line by line.

Ceremonies & Words

The moments that stay.

The officiant walks toward the ceremony, script in hand, as groomsmen wait beside white stone columns
She gave our love a language.
Gabrielle & Darius
A bride beaming with her family and bridesmaids, bouquets in hand
A dog trots down the grass aisle beside a guest in a cowboy hat at an outdoor ceremony
Every word felt like it was written just for us.
Heather & Brandon
Marisa with the bride and groom beneath a white pergola overlooking the water
Marisa reads the ceremony to the couple beneath a floral arch hung with paper lanterns
There is absolutely no one better.
Nick & Hannah
Marisa with the newlyweds in front of a white floral wall and neon sign
My grandmother said she did better than any bishop she’s ever seen.
Nick Ayoub
The newlyweds celebrate just after the ceremony, the bride raising her bouquet high
She made everyone laugh, and you felt in on the couple’s inside jokes!
Catherine O’Gorman

Photography · Matthew Moore

Did we celebrate your love? I’d be so grateful for your words.

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Questions & Answers

Good to know.

Start by reaching out through the inquiry form below. After you inquire, I’ll share a detailed guide outlining my services and investment. If it feels like a fit, you can reply and we’ll move forward with next steps from there.

Weddings, elopements, and vow renewals — all written from scratch and delivered with heart. I also offer script-only services if a friend or family member is officiating, along with 1:1 coaching for anyone speaking during the ceremony.

Yes — I’m ordained through the Universal Life Church and legally authorized to officiate weddings across the U.S. If your ceremony is out of state, I’m happy to confirm any local requirements.

Absolutely. I’m available for ceremonies near and far — simply share your location and I’ll provide a custom travel quote.

I share detailed service and investment information after you reach out. This allows you to review everything clearly before deciding whether to move forward — and helps ensure we’re aligned before scheduling time together.

Yes — rehearsal attendance is available as an add-on. It’s not always necessary, but if you want that extra layer of calm and clarity, I’m happy to be there. We’ll talk through what makes the most sense for your day.

Absolutely. Whether you’re writing your own vows or having a friend officiate, I offer everything from guided workbooks to live coaching and script support. Many ceremony packages also include vow resources.

Always. All love is welcome here. My work is inclusive, affirming, and always tailored to you and your story.

I recommend booking 3–6 months out for full-service ceremonies, and at least 2 weeks in advance for script-only or vow support. If your timeline is shorter, feel free to reach out — I’ll do my best to accommodate when possible.

After you submit an inquiry, you’ll receive a guide outlining my services, approach, and investment. Take some time to review it, and if it feels aligned, you can reply to move forward. I’m intentional about next steps so our time together is meaningful from the start.

Get in Touch

Let’s connect.

I work with couples to create ceremonies that feel thoughtful, personal, and rooted in story. This form gives me a sense of your vision and ensures we’re aligned before we connect.

After you inquire, you’ll receive an overview of my services and investment. If it feels like the right fit, I’ll follow up with next steps.

Metro Detroit · Available Nationwide

I review all inquiries personally. If it feels like a good fit, I’ll be in touch with next steps.

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Step 1 of 5

First, tell me a little about you two.

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Tell me about your day.

A date or “TBD” is perfect.
Where will it be?
Choose one — “Not sure yet” is welcome.

What matters most to you?

Even a sentence helps.

Help me get the vibe right.

A few words is plenty.
Are you comfortable investing in custom, personalized ceremony work? *
Please choose one.

One last thing.

Just so I know who to thank.
I typically respond within 48 hours. I look forward to hearing from you.

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