Having the right minister perform your ceremony is an important aspect of your wedding because every wedding officiate has their own individual approach to the presentation of the marriage ceremony. Therefore, careful consideration should be given when selecting a minister for your special occasion.
Ministers of Lake Tahoe
The ministers we collaborate with have diverse backgrounds and a personal history that is relatively unique. Several have theological credentials, while others have participated in some form of spiritual studies. However, as distinct as each of these officiates are, there are two things that they all have in common.
The first characteristic they collectively share is that they are very flexible in adapting to the requests of the bride and groom. If you’ve written your own vows or have special inclusions to be part of the ceremony, for example, they are happy to incorporate them, and with the free phone consultation with the minister prior to the event you can discuss the particulars about your ceremonial needs.
The second commonality that the pastors share is a great amount of experience. Each has a minimum of 10 or more years in providing ministry services, most of which occurred in the South Lake Tahoe area. Additionally, a third shared characteristic to point out is that each is able to present the ritual in a nondenominational manner without reference to any particular faith.
Following is a summary of each minister’s personal history and achievements.
Meet the Ministers
Pastor Robert Orr
Presently licensed as a minister to conduct wedding ceremonies in California, Pastor Robert Orr has accumulated over 25 years of experience in working with brides and grooms, assisting them as they prepare for marriage. He is also involved in other wedding related services, such as pre-marriage counseling. Pastor Orr is a nondenominational minister who delivers traditional service that’s fitting to the couple’s individual needs.
Pastor Orr’s education is comprised of a Master’s and Doctorate degree in Christian counseling. The reverend has also received a Bachelor’s degree in pastoral studies as well as in psychology. In addition to his education, Pastor Orr was a former pastor at Tahoe Community Church, a local church situated in Stateline, Nevada, a small community in the South Lake Tahoe area.
Reverend Ron Sayed
Reverend Ronald Sayed, also known as Tahoe Padre, has served as an officiant in Lake Tahoe for several decades. Licensed in both California and Nevada, he is one of the few in the area who possesses a U.S. Forest Service Permit, allowing him to conduct wedding ceremonies at one of the most gorgeous lookout points existing in Lake Tahoe, the notable Logan Shoals Vista Point.
As a prominent wedding minister, Reverend Ron genuinely wants you to feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the nuptial process. You’ll find he goes beyond what’s expected of him, and with his vast knowledge of Tahoe, he can suggest a myriad of notable restaurants to dine at and things to do after the vow exchanges.
As a previous owner of a successful local chapel, Reverend Ron has formed relationships with some of the best wedding professionals around the lake and is able to direct you to the finest places that can handle many of your pre-ceremonial needs, such as floral shops, hair and make-up stylists, and catering services, and he’s willing to share his informative tips during the phone consultation he freely offers prior to your event date.
Reverend James McIntyre
Traditionally known for his “Ceremony from the Heart”, Reverend James McIntyre is an ordained minister licensed to perform weddings in California. His deferential and ingenuous interaction with brides and grooms is a notable quality, and the solemnity of his ceremony presentation is truly sensed by those he marries.
Along with performing weddings in South Lake Tahoe for over 25 years, Reverend McIntyre’s experience includes previous support in the operation of a small wedding chapel in Lake Tahoe and authorship, writing talent that presented him as winner of the 2011 Pinnacle Book Achievement Award. Academics consist of extensive study of innumerable spiritual faiths with considerable focus upon Christian traditions. Achieving a broad knowledge of many different religions, Reverend McIntyre can adapt most any philosophy to match the diverse requisites of contemporary couples.