About Minister Amy

Years ago, the Kern County Clerk's Office had a small chapel where couples could have civil ceremonies. As our city grew, that option disappeared. I remember getting married there myself as a young bride, pregnant and eager to make it official. It was quick and impersonal, with little to no charm.

A “wham, bam, thank you, ma'am” kind of experience.

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Years later, a close friend asked me to be a witness at her wedding. She needed something fast and affordable, so she booked a service based on the price. I was shocked to find it was a cramped space behind a tax office, surrounded by dusty boxes.

Standing there, I couldn't help but think:

This could have been made so much better for her.

That memory stayed with me.

And now, here we are—with Short & Sweet Ceremony.

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What started with a simple idea has grown into something I am incredibly proud of. Since opening my doors, I have had the privilege of performing hundreds of wedding ceremonies, from intimate signings and quick civil ceremonies here in our chapel to beautiful celebrations at venues and locations throughout the area and beyond.

And after all those ceremonies, one thing has become even clearer to me:

No two love stories are the same.

So why should two wedding ceremonies be the same?

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I don't believe in simply pulling out a generic script and reading it from beginning to end. When I create a ceremony, I take the couple's overall vibe into consideration. I write each ceremony with them in mind.

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Some couples want something romantic and heartfelt. Some want something fun and lighthearted. Some want faith woven throughout their ceremony. Others want something completely secular. Some want beautiful personal vows, while others want to keep things short and simple.

And that's okay.

 

Your ceremony should feel like you.

Whether I'm standing in front of a room filled with family and friends at a large venue or sitting across the conference table from two people who simply want to make their marriage official, I believe the moment deserves the same care and respect.

I try to pour my heart into every ceremony I perform—even the quick ones.

Because quick doesn't have to mean impersonal.
Simple doesn't have to mean ordinary.
And affordable doesn't mean you deserve any less care.

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I also believe that every couple deserves to be seen and respected exactly as they are. I will honor your chosen names, pronouns, beliefs, traditions, and the way you want your love story told. Whether you are religious, spiritual, non-religious, somewhere in between, or simply want a beautiful moment that feels like your own, you will be treated with dignity, kindness, and profound respect.

From The Easy “I Do” to an intimate chapel ceremony, from a backyard gathering to a large wedding venue, I will make every effort to give you the best ceremony I can.

 

Because every ceremony is special.

Every couple is different.
Every love story matters.
And every “I do” deserves a moment worth remembering.

I couldn't help my friend years ago getting married in the back of that tax office amonst the dusty boxes and bare walls but I can take that feeling of, "I could do better" I can help write yours.

It would be my honor to stand beside you when you make it official.

— Minister Amy
Owner & Lead Officiant
Short & Sweet Ceremony
Forever starts here.