Your Love Story is Your Ceremony
CONNECTICUT WEDDING OFFICIANT
KATHY VASS
ORDAINED MINISTER
AND JUSTICE OF THE PEACE
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CUSTOM LOVE STORY CEREMONIES
FOR MEANINGFUL & MEMORABLE WEDDINGS
Every moment of your love story has led to this big day. Honor your journey by including these details in your custom wedding ceremony.
As your Connecticut wedding officiant, I serve as your personal storyteller, standing with you, as the next chapter of your life begins in M​arriage.
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A UNIQUE PLANNING STYLE FOR THE BEST CEREMONIES
"Every detail was so perfectly crafted to match our personalities and who we are as a couple. There wasn't a dry eye in the house."
– Alexandra A
The interview is the key. We talk about everything! Not only how you met and what makes you tick as a couple, but I want to hear about your family and why the guests witnessing this day are so important to you.
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No long questionnaires for homework.
Just a comfortable and fun conversation all about you!
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE WITH THE TONE AND DELIVERY OF A FRIEND YOU'VE KNOWN FOREVER
"The day of the wedding, I remember standing in the bridal suite feeling a little overwhelmed and nervous, getting ready to walk down the aisle. The door opened and Kathy came in and I immediately felt a sense of calm come over me, like an old friend had just walked in."
– Christina M
When guests ask me how I'm related to the couple, that's when I know I've accomplished my mission. They assume I must be a friend or a relative they've never met before because the ceremony is that personal.
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KATHY IN A NUTSHELL​ ("How'd I get in this nutshell?!" — Austin Powers reference anyone?)​
My brain always has a collection of random movie or TV quotes, endless to-do lists, and the constant need to create. I discovered officiating weddings after many years of working as a graphic designer in marketing agencies. I needed joy in my work and with my love of stories this was a perfect fit.
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SHORT & SWEET FACTS
I’m a Justice of the Peace appointed in Stratford, and an Ordained Minister with American Marriage Ministries. Since 2018, I’ve been creating heartfelt, memorable ceremonies for couples all across Connecticut, with the occasional adventure to Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New York.
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My love-story-centered ceremonies celebrate who you are, where you’ve been, and the future you’re building together.
I also happily officiate private elopements, simple marriage license signings, vow renewals, and naming ceremonies.
Whether it’s a simple ceremony for just you two or a celebration with 300 of your favorite people, I’m here for any occasion rooted in love.
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My favorite part of this work is getting to know you — hearing all the fun details, the sweet moments, the surprises — and then turning them into a ceremony your guests will talk about long after the last toast.
Don’t worry, — I promise the process will be relaxed, and fun. We’re going to have a great time creating something unforgettable together.
"Thank you so much Kathy. You have no idea how many people came up to us saying great things about the ceremony and asking how long we have known you for, because it seemed like we had known you forever. Even the vendors all had great things to say about you and how organized you were. Some even said you were the first/only officiant to coordinate with the other vendors ahead of the wedding day. The whole day was perfect and we couldn’t have been happier.
– Jessica M