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Some couples fall in love all at once. Others, like Annie and Corey, grow into it—season by season, year by year—until one day they look at each other and realize they’ve built an entire life [...]

On a lovely evening in May 2024, Emily & Michael said “I do” high above Michigan Avenue at the iconic Chicago Athletic Association. Overlooking Millennium Park and Lake Michigan, the space [...]

Rebecca & John Paul’s love story began the way so many modern romances do—on an app. From the very first conversation, it was clear there was something special there. Their first date at [...]

On a beautiful June day in 2023, Caroline and Ethan were married at The Ivy Room, surrounded by the people who know them best and love them most. As their officiant, I had the honor of standing [...]

Jill and Conor chose to be married at City Winery West Loop, a location that tied beautifully back to where it all began. Their first date took place at a cozy wine bar in Roscoe Village—a night [...]

On a gentle May afternoon in 2022, surrounded by the lush spring greens of the Morton Arboretum, Yulia and John were married in a ceremony that felt as natural and grounded as their love story [...]

There’s a certain honor in being asked to officiate any wedding — but when a talented Chicago wedding planner like Jordyn asks you to officiate her own ceremony, it’s an especially meaningful [...]

Emily and Ethan’s story began in college at Purdue University, where they met through a business fraternity. What started as Ethan’s attempt to “wingman” for a friend quickly turned into [...]

Sara and Chris’ love story began at Michigan State University, where they first met through mutual friends. Fate—and a little New Year’s magic—brought them together again in 2014 when they both [...]

Hanah & Josh celebrated their wedding in March 2022 at the elegant University Club of Chicago. Their ceremony beautifully reflected their personalities—equal parts heartfelt, faith-filled, [...]