Brenda Owen ~ Wedding Officiant, Minister & Notary

Beautiful Lake Hartwell
Ga / Nc, SC 29601
(864) 365-6022

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Rated 5.0 in 46 Reviews

- Rated 5 stars by Emily & John

Brenda, thank you again for such a beautiful ceremony. Everyone that we have talked to said how beautiful it was and what wonderful words you spoke. It was a perfect day for me as I had only hoped it would be and much of that is because due to you. If anyone inquires about your service and wants to speak to someone that has been through it with you, I'll be happy to sing your praises! It really makes a difference when trying to plan a wedding on such short notice. The ceremony that you wrote for us was beautiful.

- Rated 5 stars by Aubrey and David - Poinsette Hotel - Greenville, SC

Brenda, Thank you for making our day so special. Your experience and knowledge was invaluable. Everything was wonderful and Our friends and family all thought the ceremony was personal, touching and sincere - thank you! We, along with friends and family have loved being able to immediately see the photos that you took & posted. Thank you again for all that you did for us. Aubrey and David

- Rated 5 stars by Jessica & Jayson - 10-15-11 - Rustic Fall Wedding

Brenda, thank you so much for everything! Our wedding was the product of immeasurable amounts of love and creativity. I still love looking at all the beautiful photos. Thanks to you especially for making our day so personal and so special. I wish I could go back and re-experience it! We have and still receive so many compliments on you and your amazing performance. Sincerely, Jessica & Jayson :)

- Rated 5 stars by Bonnie & Patrick - 12-31-11 - Augusta Manor - Greenville, SC

Brenda, Thank you so much for your guidance, help and the wonderful job that you did on our ceremony!! We received so many complements and we will highly recommend you to everyone!! Bonnie & Patrick XOXO

- Rated 5 stars by Tiffany & Adam 10-30-11 - Augusta Manor- Greenville, SC

Brenda is absolutely amazing to work with! We met with her once before the day of our wedding and felt like we have known her forever. She was very helpful with helping us find other vendors she has worked with. She personalized our ceremony to fit what we liked. She had the option for a wine ceremony (which we had never heard of) and we a lot of compliments from our guest about the wonderful officiant & the ceremony she performed. Brenda was completely prepared and it was a pleasure to have her perform our wedding ceremony!! Tiffany & Adam

- Rated 5 stars by Heather & Michael - 9-3-11 - Bleckley Inn- Anderson, SC

Everyone says that their wedding ceremony is perfect but ours truly was! Not only did Brenda make our ceremony perfect for us, she made it special for our guests. We both really appreciate how relaxed the ceremony was and also her enthusiasm, professionalism with some humor, but mostly the kindness & sincerity in her voice when she spoke the words of our ceremony. The most important memory that we will ever have is that Brenda was the person who made us �one� forever and it was truly perfect! Once again, we would like to thank her for making our wedding ceremony wonderful and unforgettable. We are still receiving compliments on how beautiful it was. We recommend her and truly thank her from the bottom of our hearts! Thank you SO much!!! Heather & Michael Married- 9-3-11 -Bleckley Inn- Anderson, SC

- Rated 5 stars by Summer & Joe - 9-24-11 - ZEN - Greenville, SC

Brenda Owen you did such an amazing job! I can't tell you how many of Joe and my family members commented on the excellent and heartfelt ceremony you did for us!! Not only did our family love it, but Joe and I would high recommend you to anyone who is getting married!! On top of delivering a beautiful ceremony, you came early to walk us through what to do, you even knew all the tricks to getting amazing pictures; then took beautiful pictures yourself & helped us with everything we needed when the reception started!! If that wasn't enough, we could tell you had an amazing working relationship with our Dj and Photographer and it showed!! - You helped them with what they needed as much as you helped us!! We didn't know what we where doing and you did an amazing job thinking of everything we didn't think of! Our wedding went as smoothly as it did, because of you (I feel like your prices are far to low for all of the work you did)! We can't thank you enough!! You are way more then a great wedding officiant, you are truly are the WEDDING WOMAN!!! Thank you, Joe & Summer

- Rated 5 stars by Jessie & Glenn - 8/6/11 - Kilgore-Lewis Historic House - Greenville, SC

Brenda, Thank you so much for everything! You were truly wonderful. Everyone thought the ceremony was so beautiful. You really have a way with words. I will be happy to recommend you to anyone! Also thank you for the beautiful pictures you took and for sending me the name change forms. Let me know if you ever need a written recommendation! Thank you so much! Jessie & Glenn

- Rated 5 stars by Abby & David - 4-23-11 - Old Mill Garden - Greenville, SC

Brenda, David and I just wanted to say THANK YOU!! Thank you for such a beautiful, memorable ceremony. Thank you for making the process so easy and convenient for us. It was a day to remember and thank you for being a huge part in its success!! We appreciated all of your efforts. God Bless :) - Abby and David - Old Mill Garden on the Reedy River - Greenville, SC

- Rated 5 stars by Tom & Gail Bacon ~ Sunset Rock � Highlands, NC ~ 6-19-11

Brenda, Thank you so much for being the officiant to our wedding ceremony. We appreciate the wonderful words you wrote for us - as well as all of the helpful suggestions. Sunset Rock was the perfect spot for us as well as the Handfasting ceremony. We are so grateful for the perfect wedding experience and can not thank you enough. Best Wishes, Tom & Gail Bacon

- Rated 5 stars by Chris & Jennifer- Serenity Chapel @ Trillium - Cashiers , NC

Brenda - All of my guest were talking all night at our reception about what a wonderful ceremony you performed! They all said it was the nicest they had seen. Chris and I loved it and it really made our day special! You are very talented at what you do!! Thank you. Chris & Jennifer

- Rated 5 stars by Kim & Brian - Pond House- Starr,SC - June 2-11

Hi Brenda!! Thank you so much for everything you did for us. Our wedding day could not have been more perfect. It was exactly what we both had hoped for. Thank you for being such a big part of our day. And thanks again for everything you did for us. You will always be part of our special memories of our special day. :-) Kim and Brian

- Rated 5 stars by Jennifer & Jimmie - Tablerock Lodge - 5-15-11

Brenda was awesome! We have loved her since our first time meeting to discuss our wedding! She performed such a fun, unique ceremony that we will never forget. Brenda really puts the 'extra touch' in when writing your wedding vows. She is also kind of enough to speak with you all along and gives you wonderful wedding tips! We love her so much, we will stay in touch with her from here on out! Thank you again, Jennifer & Jimmie

- Rated 5 stars by Kelly & Wade - 5/21/11 - The High Hampton - Cashiers, NC

Brenda~ Thank you again for a wonderful ceremony. We had so many friends/family members tell us how thoughtful and meaningful the ceremony was and Wade and I just loved it. I truly appreciate the effort you put into our ceremony. We felt it was just perfect for us. Thank you so much for sending the photos you took after the wedding. It was so fun to have a few as we were taking off on our honeymoon! All the best, Kelly & Wade

- Rated 5 stars by David & Anais - 5/22/11 - Lake Hartwell

Brenda, Thank you very much. Your officiant service was very professional and much appreciated. It was indeed a beautifull ceremony just a little hot and humid :) The pics are beautiful...thank you for sharing them with us. Thank you for everything, David & Anais

- Rated 5 stars by Christina & Gus 5-28-11 - The Davenport - Greer, SC

Thank you, Brenda for a wonderful ceremony. We are so happy with the end results. Everyone had a wonderful time and commented on how sweet and personal the ceremony was. Thank you for the change of name forms. Again, thank you for all you have done... We really appreciate you and the ceremony you wrote. Christina & Gus

- Rated 5 stars by Angela & Oscar - 5-14-11

Ms.Brenda, Thank You for our ceremony last week. It was very emotional (as you could see from all my crying). We couldn't have asked for more. The ceremony was wonderful we got so many complements and the kids loved that they were included. Their behavior has been amazing ever since the wedding, they truly took the words to heart. Thank You Again and God Bless You !! Angela & Oscar - 5-14-11

- Rated 5 stars by The most creative, unique, and fun ceremony!!

Thank you Brenda for making our wedding day so perfect. Our ceremony was better than I ever could have imagined. It was so unique and personal. I'm not just saying this because it was our ceremony, but it really most the most creative, unique, and fun ceremony I have ever seen! We got loads of complements from family & guests. Thanks so much! Jennifer & Jimmie May 2011 -Table Rock Mountain Lodge - Pickens, SC

- Rated 5 stars by Abby & David - Old Mill Garden - Falls Park - Greenville, SC

Hi Brenda! We hope you are staying busy during this wedding season! David and I just wanted to say THANK YOU! Thank you for such a beautiful, memorable ceremony. Thank you for making the process so easy and convenient for us. It was a day to remember and thank you for being a huge part in its success!! We appreciated all of your efforts. You did a GREAT job. May God continue to bless you :) Abby and David

- Rated 5 stars by Jamie Lynn & William

Thanks so much Brenda you were the best and I wouldn't have wanted any other person to conduct our ceremony. I will and have been for months referring people to you even before this wonderful day. May God Bless you. I look forward to you sending the Fox news link of our wedding so ill know where i can tell people to look because i couldn't find it today. I am so glad they got Bin Laden. Have a great wedding season! Jamie Lynn & William

- Rated 5 stars by Janice & Dale's Wedding 3-16-11

Brenda was awesome. We both felt very comfortable with her. She has this special glow about her that just radiated the room. This added to the ambiance of the setting. Honestly I don't think that there are any words that can describe Brenda. She just has this aura about her she is awesome. Everyone thought that the ceremony words were beautiful and well delivered. The guest also loved the rose ceremony she incorporated. I have a friend who is thinking about using it. Thank you Brenda for all of your help and a wonderful wedding ceremony. We will recommend you to our friends and we will never forget you. Janice & Dale

- Rated 5 stars by Heather & Todd

Brenda, Thank you so much for officiating a beautiful wedding ceremony for us! Our guests even told us it was the best wedding ceremony they have ever heard or attended! We truly appreciate all of the suggestions and help you provided us along the way. Our best wishes, Heather & Todd

- Rated 5 stars by Christina & Amos - 11-25-10

Brenda, you made this day even more special than it already was. You did my thinking for me since I was so nervous! T hanks for holding me together time and time again. We loved the ceremony you wrote for us and so did everyone else. We got many complements on it. Thank you again for everything you did to make our day so wonderful. Christina & Amos

- Rated 5 stars by Steve & Betsy

Brenda- Steve says hello and we are both glad that you enjoyed the video of our wedding. We think you sound very eloquent and genuine. We absolutely LOVED the ceremony that you wrote and projected for us it was a wonderful presentation! We are so thrilled with the incredible memories from the ceremony...we will share, and think of them and you often! Thank you again so much for the passion you showed and your willingness to tailor everything to our wishes.

- Rated 5 stars by Sez & Mark - Madren Center - Clemson, SC

Brenda, I wanted to take a second and tell you how much Mark and I have appreciated your help. You almost acted like my substitute mother or an event planner the whole time! Everybody at the wedding were complimenting us on what a wonderful a job you have done!!!! You were SO MUCH MORE than a wedding officiant. Thank you so much for caring for us and taking care of us during our ceremony =) Please feel free to use the photos you took at the wedding and let us know if you want us to write a testimonial on your website. I will recommend you to everyone here on the Clemson campus. Thank you for everything. Sez & Mark

- Rated 5 stars by Shirley

Brenda, I just wanted to thank you for participating in Lauren and Max's wedding and to tell you the ceremony was beautiful. What you said was perfect. Several people have told me they were quite impressed and thought it was a very meaningful ceremony. I loved what was said and just wondering if I could get a copy of it. I am a very sentimental person and would like to read it all over again! I am happy to post a very happy and wonderful comment about you. Thanks for being so prompt to respond.

- Rated 5 stars by Betsy & Steven

We wanted to say Thank you SO much for writing, producing and performing such an eloquent, meaningful and most of all PERSONAL marriage ceremony for us! You truly expressed our love for one another to our friends and families and for that we are very grateful. Your passion for what you do is extremely genuine and refresing! Thanks again for everything, Betsy and Steven"

- Rated 5 stars by Cindy - Mother of the Groom

Brenda, thank you for the most beautiful, touching wedding ceremony I have ever seen!You were wonderful to work with and did a great job. Thanks again, Cindy

- Rated 5 stars by Jason & Marissa

Thank you again for everything. You made our wedding a event to remember. We are still getting compliments on the Handfasting ceremony & we love the photos you took. Thank you for everything. Jason & Marissa

- Rated 5 stars by Natalie & Chris

Brenda, Thank you for the pictures from our wedding (they are our most favorite so far!) and for conducting the ceremony. We got so many comments and you really made this process less stressful for us! I gave you a rave review, of course! Thank you again for everything, you were an absolute pleasure to work with & we will recommend your service to anyone in need of an officiant! Natalie & Chris

- Rated 5 stars by Tony & Donna Cox

Brenda I can not express enough our gratitude for making our son and daughter-in-law�s wedding the most memorable experience. It was a true delight to work with you. The ceremony was absolutely beautiful and the sand ceremony was amazing. We have had numerous compliments regarding the overall ceremony. Thank you so much and we will certainly, and already have, recommend you to others. Once again, THANK YOU for an outstanding job! Sincerely, Tony and Donna Cox

- Rated 5 stars by Lots of compliments on our ceremony!

Brenda, Wedded life is been great. We've had so many positive compliments on our ceremony! You were great throughout the entire process. Thank you for your imput and ideas and thanks for a wonderful wedding! Tonya and Rob

- Rated 5 stars by Love working with her!

Photographers see and hear alot of officiants and Brenda is a 'cut above'. She is a wonderful Officiant / Minister as she gets to know her couples and writes a beautiful wedding ceremony from her heart. She is upbeat, fun and a joy to work with and I always look forward to the weddings we work together. http://SusanGrayPhotographer.com

- Rated 5 stars by Emily

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- Rated 5 stars by Twigs Tempietto

Brenda knows exactly what it takes to make sure your ceremony is special, memorable and flawless. Her level of professionalism during the planning process, the rehearsal, and the day of the ceremony reflect her experience and ability to put the bride and groom at ease.

- Rated 5 stars by Jennifer & Nick - Kilgore Lewis House - Greenville, SC

Hi Brenda! We will gladly write a review for you! :) Thank you so much for everything! You were wonderful to work with and I appreciate you being so on top of everything and so efficient! In addition, the ceremony you wrote was amazing! I have a couple of girlfriends who know our situation and they said some of the things you wrote and said in the ceremony were so relevant to us and our situation - it's like you knew us for years! They thought your ceremony was excellent as well. We had many positive comments from friends and family at the reception and afterward. Thanks so much! Sincerely, Jennifer and Nick - xxooooxxxooo

- Rated 5 stars by Green Valley Country Club - Greenville, SC

Working with Brenda was such an enjoyable experience. She puts such love and enthusiasm in her work it is truly touching. She went above and beyond in her duties, even helping myself (the catering director) with the final touches and helping direct guests as to where to go. But Brenda's biggest asset is her ceremony. I have never heard someone speak the way she did - it unbelievably touched my heart so much that I plan on using Brenda for my own wedding. I highly recommend her and hope I get to work with her much more in the future. Thanks! Sheena - www.greenvalley.cc " Otman & Stephanie's Wedding 3/10

- Rated 5 stars by Kirsten - Harpist

Brenda, It was very nice to meet you yesterday. Thanks so much for sharing your pictures with me! I really appreciated how you kept everyone informed and organized before, during and after the ceremony. It's hard without a wedding director but you really did both jobs! I will certainly recommend your service and I will also mention you when I write about the wedding on my blog. Take care. Kirsten - www.NCHarp.com

- Rated 5 stars by Courtney and Jason

"We love the ceremony you wrote for us and so did everyone at the wedding! We did not want the usual, same old canned wedding ceremony and the one you wrote for us was different, fresh , romantic & personal. Thank you! Jason & Courtney

- Rated 5 stars by Tom and Jean

Brenda so many people at the reception told me what a fabulous ceremony you wrote and performed - they loved it! They thought it was very special, heart-felt and touched them. I thought the entire ceremony was beautiful, even my daughter and the bumble bee trying to get to her bouquet! Katie said that after all the planning and coordination with you, she felt you were more of a friend than just the officiant so she was pleased that you were part of the entire thing. Take care and keep in touch. Tom & Jean (Parents of the Bride)

- Rated 5 stars by Len & Cindy

"Brenda, I want to sincerely thank you for all of your help in planning the short notice "Valentine's Day Wedding". From the first time we talked, I felt like I had known you forever. Everyone was in awe of the beauty of the ceremony. All of our expectations were exceeded from the venue you recommended to the photographer everything! We would not change a thing. Even the weather cooperated, every detail was perfect and is etched in our memory. It truly was perfect in every way. Thank you so very much. Len and Cindy (parents of the groom) - Anderson,SC

- Rated 5 stars by Modi and Julia - Wilhite House - Anderson,SC

Thank you very much for the time you spent to create a beautiful ceremony for our wedding. Both Modi and I received many compliments on it and several people who said they had never before cried at a wedding had tears in their eyes for this one. Not only was it a beautiful ceremony, but you took much of the stress out of planning this aspect of our wedding day. We appreciate your effort on our behalf. Sincerely, Modi and Julia

- Rated 5 stars by Kirstin and Robert

"Brenda is really great to work with. She made our day so special with the personalization of our ceremony. Anything we wanted, she did and made it work. The communication was great, always returned emails within a few hours of sending them. She helped us in writing our own vows, and she even gave us great tips and pointers for other things. Brenda is truly a great person to have officiate your ceremony. Kirstin and Robert

- Rated 5 stars by Kade' & Travis

"Thank you so much for your help and services. You helped make this moment a special and unforgetable experience for us all. I am sure you have been told this before but you have a calming and comforting spirit that we are so blessed to have encountered. We will be sure to recommend you to all our friends with upcoming nuptials! Again, thank you so much for all you did and we are very happy that God pointed us in your direction. God bless, Kade' and Travis

- Rated 5 stars by Xavier & Diane - Twigs Tempietto - Greenville, Sc

"Brenda was our officiant and she was absolutely perfect from beginning to end! She took the time to get to know us and personalized our ceremony to fit our family. She is very friendly, efficient and a good hearted person who is pleasant to work with. We would recommend her to anyone looking for an officiant or minister. I'm sure she gives the same personal attention and overall experience to all of her clients - she's great!" : ) Xavier & Diane

- Rated 5 stars by Yong & Bethany - SC Botanical Gardens

Brenda, Thank you so much for officiating our wedding. We loved the ceremony you wrote for us. You were a true professional and you were a tremendous help during the planning and the unexpected moments (crazy rain, missing parents!) that seemed 'so big' but ended so perfectly. Our wedding was a dream come true and we're so glad you helped us bring it all to life. All the best, Yong & Bethany