The Officiant

The Officiant An Upstate NY Professional Wedding Officiant
Let's Make Your Ceremony An Unforgettable Experience!

  ✨🌲"Literally every single one of our guests came up to us afterward and told us how much they loved Maria and how luck...
08/11/2026

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"Literally every single one of our guests came up to us afterward and told us how much they loved Maria and how lucky we were to have her officiate our ceremony... It’s rare to find someone who is authentically so caring and kind, and she really made our wedding day perfect." 💬🤍

Creating a ceremony that feels 100% like you—loving, light-hearted, and personal—is the goal.

Thank you, Kassie & Brandon, for letting me be a part of such an incredible day! 🥂

📍 Venue: NewVida

📷 Photos: Due West Photography

💍 Ready to create a ceremony as unique as your love story? DM or use the link in bio to chat!

From saying “I do” on their behalf to hitting the dance floor as guests—what an incredible night celebrating these two! ...
08/09/2026

From saying “I do” on their behalf to hitting the dance floor as guests—what an incredible night celebrating these two! 🥂✨

It’s always a privilege to officiate, but getting to marry friends and then shift straight into party mode with my favorite guy makes it extra special.

A few highlights from an unforgettable evening:
The Ceremony: Officiating the moment they officially became husband and wife.

The Speech: The best man’s speech was completely off the hook—equal parts hilarious and legend-status. 🎤

The Dance: There wasn’t a dry eye in the room during the father-daughter dance. Truly as heartfelt as it gets. 🥹

So honored we got to stand up there with you and then celebrate with you all night long! Cheers to a lifetime of happiness! 🍾🤍

The venue sets the stage. The DJ sets the mood. The photographer saves the memory. 🥂But who creates the moment where it ...
08/07/2026

The venue sets the stage. The DJ sets the mood. The photographer saves the memory. 🥂

But who creates the moment where it all actually happens?

When you get engaged, it’s so easy to pour all your energy into the big, physical details—the venue, the dress, the florals. But take a quiet second and ask yourselves one question:

👉 How do we actually want the moment we come together in marriage to FEEL?

Do you want sweet tears? Unfiltered laughter? A space that feels warm, grounded, and uniquely you?

So many couples ask a close friend or family member because they want that personal connection. And while a loved one knows your story, officiating requires so much more than familiarity.

Ask yourselves: Can they truly craft a ceremony that engages every single guest from start to finish?

Are they comfortable commanding a microphone, projecting a calm and grounding presence, and pivoting gracefully if something unexpected happens? Or will nerves kick in, leaving them reading a generic template off an iPhone?

A seamless, unforgettable ceremony takes professional craft and presence.

Give your loved ones the chance to simply relax and be present as your guests—and hire a professional hold that space for you.

Waiting until a month or two before your date means rushing the process.

Give your ceremony the priority it deserves, and book your officiant early! 🤍

💬 To my past and future couples:

What’s ONE word you’d use to describe the vibe you want for your ceremony?

Drop it in the comments! 👇
Photos: Hitlin Photography Inc.

Hey there!It’s been a little while since I’ve introduced myself around here, so I wanted to stop by and say hello! 👋✨I’m...
08/01/2026

Hey there!

It’s been a little while since I’ve introduced myself around here, so I wanted to stop by and say hello! 👋✨

I’m Maria, the face behind The Officiant.

I help couples turn the "formal part" of their wedding day into their absolute favorite memory.

From intimate elopements to full-scale celebrations, my focus is on creating ceremony experiences that will be remembered far beyond your wedding day.

3 facts about me:

1️⃣ I believe your ceremony should set the tone for the entire celebration—engaging, celebratory, and deeply personal.

2️⃣ I'm here to handle creating and guiding your ceremony so you can just focus on each other (which is how it should be).

3️⃣ I genuinely love hearing how couples met and turning their unique love story into something unforgettable.

To all the couples who recently hit follow—welcome!

10 years, a pharmacy school romance, and one gorgeous mountain top later—Kassie & Brandon are officially married! 🧪❤️🏔️O...
07/27/2026

10 years, a pharmacy school romance, and one gorgeous mountain top later—Kassie & Brandon are officially married! 🧪❤️🏔️

Officiating for these two at NewVida Preserve yesterday was an absolute blast.

From start to finish, their energy was contagious, and the laughter didn't stop once (as you can clearly see😂).

Watching a couple that's been together a decade finally tie the knot surrounded by their family and the Adirondacks? Easily the best job in the world.

Cheers to Kassie & Brandon—wishing you both a lifetime of love, laughter, and endless adventures together! 🥂✨

📍 NuVida Preserve Lodge and Mountain House | Jay, NY

“We love, love, love the ceremony!” 🥹✨Waking up to an email like this from a couple never gets old.When a couple opens t...
07/24/2026

“We love, love, love the ceremony!” 🥹✨

Waking up to an email like this from a couple never gets old.

When a couple opens their first script draft and sees themselves completely reflected in every single word, that’s where the magic lives.

For me, crafting a ceremony isn't about filling in blanks on a pre-made template. It’s about taking the time to truly get to know you—your inside jokes, your quiet moments, and the unique rhythm of your relationship.

My storytelling approach goes far beyond just the “how we met” section. From the opening welcome to the final step down the aisle, every transition, ritual, and word is intentionally crafted so the entirety of the ceremony speaks to who you are.

Your ceremony shouldn't feel like a standard script you have to sit through before the reception starts. It should be an experience built exclusively for the two of you.

Newly engaged, planning your wedding, or searching for an officiant who will make your ceremony 100% you?

Reach out to The Officiant—I’d love to tell your story. ✨

Photo: Rebecca Loomis Branding

Planning

"Our 2nd and 3rd wedding ceremony that we attended of the year had the EXACT same ceremony..." 😳When a couple told me th...
07/21/2026

"Our 2nd and 3rd wedding ceremony that we attended of the year had the EXACT same ceremony..." 😳

When a couple told me that, it reminded me exactly why I do what I do. Your love story isn’t a template—so your ceremony shouldn't sound like everyone else’s, either! 🚫🍪

No copy-pasting here. We dive into your story, do a little fun "homework," and build a custom ceremony that is 100% you.

"Boy did Maria deliver... it was amazing and had many people in tears. She was incredibly professional, handled sending our marriage certificate, and printed our vows so we didn't read off a phone during our unplugged ceremony! Everything we could have wished for and more." 🥹✨

From personalized scripts to handling the legal details (and making sure no phones ruin your ceremony photos 😉), my goal is always an unforgettable, stress-free experience.

💍 Want a ceremony that actually feels like YOU?

📥 DM me or click the link in bio to check 2027/2028 availability!

Photos: Kayla Shenk Photography

The most important thing I bring to an altar isn't a bi-fold or a microphone.It’s calm.There is a quiet frequency in the...
07/20/2026

The most important thing I bring to an altar isn't a bi-fold or a microphone.

It’s calm.

There is a quiet frequency in the air right before a ceremony begins. It’s that exact split second before the music swells—a room filled with held breaths, rapid heartbeats, and months of quiet anticipation sitting in every single chair.

In my years behind the microphone, I’ve learned that my role isn't just to read words off a page or check off legal boxes.

It’s to anchor the room in a way that only The Officiant can.

When emotions are running high, I step into that space to give you permission to breathe. To filter out the surrounding noise so you can actually be present, grounded, and right where your feet are.

Because when a ceremony is crafted and delivered as a living story, magic truly does happen.

Nervous shoulders drop.

Spontaneous laughter breaks out.

Tears flow freely.

And suddenly, your guests aren't just polite spectators watching an event unfold—they are completely captivated, feeling every single beat of your journey right along with you.

Your wedding day shouldn't feel like a script you have to power through. It should feel like a moment in time that stops everyone in their tracks. ✨

Are you planning your day and looking for a ceremony experience that feels like what I've spoken about?

Drop a comment below or send a DM - I’d love to tell your story.

Photo: Sorella Photography




From legal professional to emotional anchor—I wear a lot of hats, but my favorite one is protecting your peace. 🤍 ✨Craft...
07/15/2026

From legal professional to emotional anchor—I wear a lot of hats, but my favorite one is protecting your peace. 🤍 ✨

Crafting a wedding ceremony isn't just about the words spoken at the altar. It’s about the journey we take to get there. I’m here to guide you, educate you on the process, and handle every moving piece behind the scenes so you don't have to.

When you leave the details in my hands, you aren't just getting a seamless, stress-free timeline. You're getting a deeply personal experience that allows you to completely let go, hold hands, and just feel the magic of your moment. 🥂

You deserve a ceremony that feels like your love story, guided by someone who has your back every step of the way.

Let The Officiant help create a perfect moment for you.

Click the link in my bio to connect for remaining 2026/2027 dates! 🤍


Photo Credit: Rebecca Loomis Branding

Your wedding ceremony shouldn't just be the box you check off before the reception—it should be one of the absolute best...
07/13/2026

Your wedding ceremony shouldn't just be the box you check off before the reception—it should be one of the absolute best parts of your day. 💍

(Just look at Naomy & Lucas!)

From our very first planning session to the moment you walk down the aisle as newlyweds, let’s make the entire process an experience to remember. Smooth, stress-free, and tailored entirely to your story.

Ready to start planning a ceremony that's uniquely yours?

Let’s connect! 📩

Photos: Pine Fox Photo

Address

28 Davis Street
Glens Falls, NY
12801

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm

Telephone

+15183104851

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