Testimonials
Just wanted to thank you again for being our officiant. We had a lot of fun putting together the ceremony and so many people told us afterwards how beautiful and memorable they thought it was. Most importantly, we couldn't be happier with the way it turned out. The whole thing was very meaningful for us and we wouldn't have changed a thing. If anyone asks you for a reference do not hesitate to get in touch with either of us. Thanks again!
— David and Laura
Thanks for being a part of the wedding! WE LOVED it all!!
— Marissa and Luke
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Dawn was very helpful and creative through the planning process. We looked to her for guidance and help to create the perfect ceremony. She had great ideas to achieve the type of service we wanted. She did an excellent job and would refer her to anyone looking for an Officiant.
— Paula and Steve (and Sophia)
Vickie and I would like to thank you for being such an important part of our special day! We loved all the processes that you have leading to the ceremony. You were so very supportive and kind to us and we believe you were meant to marry us. We hope that we can keep in touch. Enjoy the rest of your summer!
God bless — Vickie and Kathy (Minneapolis, MN)
I hope this is also helpful to future husbands. We are a gay male couple that were married by Dawn on August 14. Dawn was very easy to talk to, and to work with. We knew that we didn't want a "traditional" wedding for our non-traditional relationship/wedding. Dawn gave us a lot of good ideas, and resources to create the ceremony that was right for us. It was a lot of fun putting it together, and Dawn gave us suggestions and ideas throughout. It was a short ceremony (under 30 minutes), but turned out to be fun and beautiful — just what we were hoping for.
— Bruce and Stephon
Dear Dawn, Thank you so much for making our wedding so special! You were patient, understanding and such a great guide through the whole planning process. You really took the time to understand what we wanted for our wedding and executed it perfectly! Thank you for helping a very stressed bride.
—Sincerely, Tessa and Daniel
Dawn was such a gift to us during the wedding planning process. My husband and I were looking for an officiant who would help us create a beautiful, unique, and special ceremony for ourselves and our guests that would reflect who we are and Dawn did just that. She really took the time to come to understand Alex and I both as individuals and as a couple. In helping us create a beautiful ceremony, Dawn was always there with helpful suggestions and input as well as creative ideas that would help us bridge together the whole ceremony.
I cannot tell you how fantastic Dawn is to work with. Our ceremony was absolutely perfect and we both feel so fortunate that Dawn was able to play such a fundamental part in the biggest day of our lives so far. The following weeks after our wedding we had multiple guests comment on what a perfect ceremony we had and were so thankful that we shared many beautiful moments with our families and dear friends.
If I could do it all over again I would not change a single thing about our ceremony. It was absolutely perfect for us and we have Dawn to thank for so much!
—Kelsey
Dawn is delightful as a speaker, preacher, and friend. She can be serious, thought-provoking, funny, informative — but never boring. Any service in which she participates shows her strong work ethic, her attention to detail and her graceful style.
One of Dawn’s gifts is her ability to be a wonderful listener who knows how to affirm you, be sensitive to wherever you are in your life and accept you with understanding and compassion.
—Maryellen K.
Dawn Halstead is a gifted clergy woman with a flair for making things beautiful. Any service that she crafts will be done with taste and style. Dawn will help you create the wedding of your dreams — a perfect blend of your special wishes and your cherished beliefs. Dawn conducts her services with both reverence and joy. She will help make your special day unforgettable.
—LuAnn S.
Dawn has a gentle spirit, a caring demeanor and a sense of the beauty of creation. She brings this gift to her ministry in a holistic way. You can be sure that she will work with you to make your ceremony reflect the beauty of your relationship visually, musically, and in words.
—Gage C.
I met Dawn at Iowa State University in 2003. My first impression of her was one of true inner beauty with a quiet and unassuming wisdom. I have found myself seeking out that spiritual wisdom many times over the years.
Dawn is extremely creative and puts her heart and soul into everything she does. She will do her best to create an environment of sacredness, positive energy, and love for your spiritual ceremony.
It is a blessing to find someone so committed to sharing their spiritual gifts. I cannot think of a better person to recommend for your special day.
—Georgi L.
