Wedding Day Officiant

Wedding Day Officiant Jeff Petersen is a non-denominational wedding officiant specializing in elopements, vow renewals, and wedding ceremonies.

For more than 21 years, the Petersen family has owned and operated Chapel in the Pines, a wedding venue, that was built as a labor of love by Howard Petersen for Donna Petersen for their thirtieth wedding anniversary, on their 7-acre lushly landscaped private country estate in Sycamore, Illinois. Having had the honor of sharing of nearly two thousand wedding ceremonies at the wedding chapel and we

dding gazebo, ranging from traditional to non-traditional, and drawing on the wedding traditions and rituals of beliefs from around the world. With over 500 weddings officiated and experience officiated at Chapel in the Pines, Jeff's mission is to ensure a smooth ceremony for your perfect day.

05/06/2026

Thank you! To all our couples for joining us at our Spring Open House last Week! We were excited to see so many couples and family members attend the Open House. Several of our couples who have their wedding date booked with us attended so they could show their loved ones and talk about ceremony details. This was a perfect opportunity for them, while being a great day to show new couple's our grounds!

If you wanted to attend the open house, but couldn't make it, NO WORRIES! Schedule a tour with us and get a private showing of the grounds and have all your questions answered.

Call or email us at (815) 895-4797 or [email protected]
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https://www.chapelinthepines.com/

04/23/2026

This Weekend! Chapel in the Pines is hosting our Spring OPEN HOUSE! 💖

This Sunday, April 26th, 2026, from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Expect a day of memories and dreams of your future wedding day!

All are welcome!

💍 Whether you're planning your dream wedding, already have a date with us, or you're a past bride/groom, we can't wait to welcome you back! ✨
🌸 Show off your stunning venue to friends & family
🧱 Visit your personalized brick
🌿 Stroll the grounds and relive the magic (or get hyped for the big day ahead!)

Tag someone who needs to be there – let’s make more unforgettable moments together!

🥂💕 We can't wait to see you! 💍

Become part of our tradition www.chapelinthepines.com

04/01/2026

Chapel in the Pines is hosting an OPEN HOUSE, and YOU'RE invited! 💕

Join us Sunday, April 26th, 2026, from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM for a day full of love and memories! 💍 Whether you're planning your dream wedding, already have a date with us, or you're a past bride/groom, we can't wait to welcome you back! ✨

🌸 Show off your stunning venue to friends & family
🧱 Visit your personalized brick
🌿 Stroll the grounds and relive the magic (or get hyped for the big day ahead!)

Tag someone who needs to be there – let’s make more unforgettable moments together! 🥂💖 We can't wait to see you! 💍

Become part of our tradition www.chapelinthepines.com

03/30/2026

Final Day for our Brick in the Path giveaway! Couples who book their wedding ceremony or elopement at our venue by tomorrow Tuesday March 31st will receive a customized wedding brick placed in our beautiful pathway leading from the chapel to the garden gazebo.✨

Our personalized bricks include:💖
• The couple’s names
• Your wedding date
• A permanent place in the walkway where your love story began (note: bricks take 3 months to make)

See the path of Names by watching our latest Shorts video on Youtube...
https://youtube.com/shorts/DdffcwOmMIE

This offer is for Silver, Elopement, & Micro Wedding packages. Bricks in our path are already included in Gold and Ceremony & Reception packages. Learn more at: https://www.chapelinthepines.com/wedding-ceremony

Couples often return to visit their name in the path, which commemorates their special day. It’s our way of celebrating a love story for years to come!

📩 Message us at [email protected]
📞 Call (815) 895-4797

Tag your fiancé(e) and start planning! 💍

03/23/2026

This is the final week for our Brick in the Path Sale! Couples who book their wedding ceremony or elopement at our venue before March 31st will receive a customized wedding brick placed in our beautiful pathway leading from the chapel to the garden gazebo/ 💕

Our personalized bricks include:
• The couple’s names
• Your wedding date
• A permanent place in the walkway where your love story began (note: bricks take 3 months to make)

See the path of Names by watching our latest Shorts video on Youtube...
https://youtube.com/shorts/DdffcwOmMIE

This offer is for Silver, Elopement, & Micro Wedding packages. Bricks in our path are already included in Gold and Ceremony & Reception packages. Learn more at: https://www.chapelinthepines.com/wedding-ceremony

Couples often return to visit their name in the path, which commemorates their special day. It’s our way of celebrating a love story for years to come! 💖

📩 Message us at [email protected]
📞 Call (815) 895-4797

Tag your fiancé(e) and start planning! 💍✨

03/12/2026

Say “I Do!” to your wedding date at Chapel in the Pines—and leave your mark on our grounds 💍

Couples who book their wedding ceremony or elopement at our venue before March 31st will receive a customized wedding brick placed in our beautiful pathway leading from the chapel to the garden gazebo 💕

🌿 Our personalized bricks include:
• The couple’s names
• Your wedding date
• A permanent place in the walkway where your love story began (note: bricks take 3 months to make)

Experience the path of Names by watching our latest Shorts video on Youtube...
https://youtube.com/shorts/DdffcwOmMIE

This offer is for Silver, Elopement, & Micro Wedding packages. Bricks in our path are already included in Gold and Ceremony & Reception packages. Learn more at: https://www.chapelinthepines.com/wedding-ceremony

Each time you return to visit, you’ll be able to walk the very path that commemorates your special day—your names forever part of the journey from “I do” to your first moments as newlyweds ✨

It’s our way of celebrating your love story for years to come 💖

📩 Message us at [email protected]
📞 Call (815) 895-4797

Tag your fiancé(e) and start planning! 💍✨

03/01/2026

Say “yes” to your wedding date with us—and leave a lasting mark on our grounds 💍

Couples who book their wedding ceremony or elopement at our venue before March 31st will receive a customized wedding brick placed in our beautiful pathway leading from the chapel to the garden gazebo 💕

🌿 Our personalized bricks include:
• The couple’s names
• Your wedding date
• A permanent place in the walkway where your love story began (note: bricks take 3 months to make)

This offer is for Silver, Elopement, & Micro Wedding packages. Bricks in our path are already included in Gold and Ceremony & Reception packages. Learn more at: https://www.chapelinthepines.com/wedding-ceremony

Each time you return to visit, you’ll be able to walk the very path that commemorates your special day—your names forever part of the journey from “I do” to your first moments as newlyweds ✨

It’s our way of celebrating your love story for years to come 💖

📩 Message us at [email protected]
📞 Call (815) 895-4797
🔗 Learn more: https://www.chapelinthepines.com/wedding-ceremony

Tag your fiancé(e) and start planning! 💍✨

02/27/2026
02/23/2026

Only one week left to capture our Special Picnic Offer! 🧺

Say yes to your wedding date with us—and we’ll prepare an extra special day for you ✨

Couples who book their wedding ceremony and reception at our venue now through February 28 will receive a romantic anniversary or engagement picnic for two in our charming gazebo 💕

🌿 Your private picnic includes:
• An intimate picnic experience, just the two of you
• Full access to our beautiful grounds for photos 📸
• A gift card to a local business to create your perfect picnic spread
It’s our way of celebrating your love story before the big day arrives 💖

📩 Message us at [email protected]
📞 Call (815) 895-4797
🔗 Learn more:https://www.chapelinthepines.com/wedding-ceremony

Tag your fiancé(e) and start planning! 💍✨

02/09/2026

Final Chance to capture our💘 Valentine’s Day Special 💘

Celebrate love in the most romantic way—with a dreamy winter wedding designed just for you.💕

Our limited time Valentine’s Wedding Package deals are perfect for couples who want an intimate, elegant, and unforgettable celebration surrounded by cozy winter charm. Whether you’re eloping or planning a small ceremony, this is your moment to say “I do” in style.

✨ What’s Included:
❄️ Picturesque Winter Venue – Time to explore our grounds and capture stunning photos
🎶 Ceremony Music – Romantic selections to set the mood
📸 Professional Photography – Beautifully captured by
🔥 Cozy, Romantic Ambiance – Perfect for an intimate Valentine’s celebration

💍 Package Pricing:
• Elopement Packages: $500 – $950
• Silver Package: $1,400
• Gold Package: $1,700

Ask about our original ceremony only packages also available for Valentine's day.
💌 Valentine’s Day availability is extremely limited!

For full package details, visit our Ceremony Only page: https://www.chapelinthepines.com/wedding-ceremony

📲 Call (815) 895-4797 or email us at [email protected]
to reserve your Valentine’s wedding before it’s gone!

💖 Love is in the air—don’t wait!

02/04/2026

🧺 A Sweet “Yes” Deserves a Sweet Surprise 💍🌸

Special Picnic Offer! Say yes to your wedding date with us—and we’ll say cheers to you with something extra special ✨

Couples who book their wedding ceremony and reception at our venue now through February 28 will receive a romantic anniversary or engagement picnic for two in our charming gazebo 💕

🌿 Your private picnic includes:
• An intimate picnic experience, just the two of you
• Full access to our beautiful grounds for photos 📸
• A gift card to a local business to create your perfect picnic spread

It’s our way of celebrating your love story before the big day arrives 💖

📅 Dates are limited!
Message us at [email protected]
or call (815) 895-4797 to secure your wedding date—and your picnic experience.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.chapelinthepines.com/wedding-ceremony

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15165 Quigley Road
Sycamore, IL
60178

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