Owen Hinds
Guelph Ontario Wedding Officiant
When we first met Owen, we were in the middle of deciding and picking
officiants; the ink had barely dried from our engagement and we were getting
overwhelmed with the many tasks still left to do. From the moment we first sat
down with Owen, there was a sense he was different from everybody else. He knew
the seriousness of what we were about to do but he wasn't above making some
jokes and light-hearted remarks about it either. We immediately warmed to his
genuine sincerity.
On our wedding day, he arrived with time to spare and
calmly coached us through everything that we are expected to do and told us the
things that needed decisions on. Owen adapted as our wedding ceremony ebbed and
flowed but maintained his professionalism. He had worked with us before to get a
sense of the crowd's expectations and we gave him as much artistic freedom as he
needed to fill in the awkward silence that the bride and groom experienced. If
at all possible, ask him to stay for the reception because he will break the ice
for you in ways you never dreamt possible.
Owen has a way with words, and
his cadence as he spoke commanded attention. He knew exactly when to avoid the
limelight and when to be at arm's reach. He blends in with the crowd so well
that the bride's family will spend the night wondering if he was a friend of the
groom and vice versa. In summary, he was indispensable in making our wedding
genuinely ours and we'd highly recommend him to any other happy couples.
Eaton and Rina
Owen exceeded all of our expectations as an officiant and
Master of Ceremonies for our wedding. He was courteous, punctual,
organized, and professional in all aspects. He was able to
thoughtfully adapt his program to our personalities, preferences and
needs. We could not have been more pleased and would highly
recommend his services to all.
Wan and Scott