Elopement & Wedding Officiant in Virginia
With This Ring, I Thee Wedd is lead by Leora Willis, a wedding officiant serving couples in Washington, DC, Maryland, in Virginia.
As an elopement and wedding officiant in Virginia, I am honored to support couples throughout Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia as they prepare to celebrate one of the most meaningful days of their lives. At With This Ring I Thee Wedd, my goal is to help you feel fully present on your wedding day—so you can embrace the emotion, joy, and excitement of the moment.
With your input, I craft a personalized ceremony script that reflects your story, your preferences, and the heartfelt sentiments you wish to share with each other and your guests. I also take care of ensuring your marriage license is valid, properly completed, and submitted to the correct court so everything is handled smoothly. Let’s begin this journey together with a complimentary meeting where we can talk through your vision for the day.
“To Be One With Each Other what greater thing is there for two human souls than to feel that they are joined together to strengthen each other in all labor, to minister to each other in all sorrow, to share with each other in all gladness, to be one with each other in the silent unspoken memories?”
— George Eliot
Leora is an amazing person who guided us through the process with kindness, clarity and joy. We would recommend her to anyone. She was an integral part of the day and is a wonderful addition to our memories.
-Melanie D
the ceremony
The heart of any ceremony is the moment when two people legally and symbolically commit to each other, proudly saying, “This is my spouse.” My role is to protect the legal integrity of your marriage while also capturing the passion and energy that make your ceremony meaningful. By encouraging you to share your ideas, dreams, and expectations, I help create the perfect tone—whether you prefer something formal, informal, secular, spiritual, lighthearted, serious, or a blend of all the above.
The personal touches we shape together are what set your ceremony apart. These are the moments that make your heart smile and leave lasting memories for both you and your guests.
As your officiant, I aim to make your planning process as smooth and stress-free as possible. I provide unlimited consultation as you prepare for your ceremony, and I’m available to assist with your rehearsal, offering insights from more than 30 years of experience. I prepare customized draft scripts, share helpful resources, and email you the direct link to the appropriate court so you can easily apply for and obtain your marriage license.
At With This Ring I Thee Wedd, I am dedicated to creating ceremonies that feel personal, authentic, and unforgettable—whether you’re planning an intimate elopement or a full wedding celebration in Virginia, DC, or Maryland.
From our first phone consultation, Leora listened carefully to our preferences, and was extremely easy to talk to. We had no idea what we wanted in a ceremony, and she helped walk us through some options, and crafted a script that was personalized and very much our style. We loved the simple vows that she used, and she included a beautiful note of remembrance for my husband’s father. It was clear that she really loves this job, and puts careful time and intention into crafting a meaningful ceremony for each couple.
– Kimberly S
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