Texas Inmate Weddings with Julie Chappell

05/04/2026

📣ANNOUNCEMENT📣

I’ve been waiting for this moment for a while… and I finally get to celebrate it ❤️

My husband received his parole answer, I wanted to do something special for the community that’s supported me and trusted me with some of the most important moments of their lives.

💍 STARTING TODAY (5/2) THROUGH MAY 31:

– All ceremonies booked at Polunsky Unit will be $100 total
– All other units will receive $100 off my standard pricing

To lock in this promotion:
✔ Contract must be signed between now and May 31
✔ Polunsky fee must be paid in full to secure your date
✔ Limited to the next 10 contracts only

This is my way of giving back and celebrating a new chapter in my own journey. I know what this life is like, and it means everything to me to be able to pour back into y’all.

If you’ve been waiting… now is the time ❤️

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04/23/2026

✨ I’m SO excited to finally share this! ✨

I now have a podcast on the Edovo app 🎙️

In this episode with Texas Prisons Alliance, we’re having some real “Truth Talk” about:
💍 The TDCJ wedding process
📄 What Texas inmates need to obtain a marriage license
⚠️ Common mistakes and important things you need to know before starting

My goal has always been to make this process clearer, smoother, and a lot less stressful for couples walking this path ❤️

If your loved one is incarcerated in Texas, this is definitely something you should have them check out!

04/19/2026

If you and your hunny are looking for a way to grow your relationship check out this devotional. 🩷 Steph and her husband are wonderful folks that are always giving back.

https://a.co/d/0bHWUU1f

04/18/2026

🚨 Quick Heads Up 🚨

If someone is offering “virtual weddings” for TDCJ marriages — please be careful.

Yes, TDCJ may recognize a marriage as legally valid, BUT if it’s not done according to their rules, you can be denied contact visits and spousal privileges.

Virtual ceremonies are not part of the approved process.

Don’t risk your marriage trying to take shortcuts. Do it right the first time. 💍

If you have questions, reach out — I’m here to help.

04/12/2026

Is your 🩷 in TDCJ? Let’s get y’all married! Email, direct message call oe text me where your loved one is housed for more info.

03/25/2026

⚠️ Please Be Careful ⚠️

I’ve recently heard from several people who were scammed or ghosted by individuals claiming to be TDCJ officiants or offering help with the process.

Please make sure anyone you work with is TDCJ approved and can be verified through Huntsville Access to Courts. You should also receive clear communication and a contract.

I’m always happy to answer questions — even if you don’t book with me. I’d rather help you do things the right way than see anyone taken advantage of.

💍 Love deserves to be celebrated safely and correctly.

03/23/2026

Honored to be featured in the Texas Prison Alliance Spring 2026 Newsletter—a publication shared directly within Texas, County and Federal correctional facilities 💍Loved ones can also look for me on the Edovo app (page 7) for more information. 🩷 call or text 936.268.4668 or direct message me here.

03/21/2026

Off to Montgomery County Jail, in Conroe, Texas today for a quick, intimate ceremony! Love always finds a way—excited to be part of this special moment to uniting hearts behind the bars. 💍✨ call or text 936.268.4668

03/06/2026

Call or Text: 936.268.4668 or direct message me!

02/23/2026

🎉I’M REAPPROVED WITH TDCJ 🎉
Good news — I’m officially reapproved to perform inmate weddings for another year. If you want an officiant who actually knows the rules, doesn’t charge shady fees, and will walk you through the process step by step, message me

— no gimmicks, no extra charge for payments, just your wedding done right. Message, text or email me to get started.

11/30/2025

✨ Looking for a TDCJ-Approved Officiant? ✨

If you or someone you know is planning a wedding within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, I’m here to help. My name is Julie Chappell, ORDM, and I have been an ordained officiant for over 4 years. I specialize in TDCJ inmate weddings and proudly serve units across Texas under my motto: “Uniting Hearts Behind Bars.”

💍 I guide couples through the entire process with care, professionalism, and transparency. Whether you’re beginning the paperwork or ready to schedule your ceremony, I’m here to support you every step of the way.

💲 I’m able to keep my fees low because I focus solely on the ceremony and the required process. I don’t add on extra services such as rings or photo packages, allowing me to keep costs fair and accessible for every couple.

📝 When you book with me, you will have me as your officiant.
There are some individuals who advertise officiant services but are not TDCJ-approved and may send other people in their place. I want couples to know that when you hire me, I am the one who will personally perform your ceremony.

📍 I travel to units across Texas and pride myself on being a reliable, trustworthy officiant you can count on throughout the entire process.

If you’re looking for a trusted and experienced TDCJ-approved officiant, feel free to contact me here or by email at [email protected].

❤️ Love deserves to be celebrated—no matter where it begins.
— Julie Chappell, ORDM

Texas Inmate Weddings
Uniting Hearts Behind Bars

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