Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Trusted Beach Wedding Officiant in Carolina Beach
Circle Of Love Ceremonies has been dedicated to crafting personalized and memorable wedding experiences for over 30 years. Founded by Rev. Shannon Mackay, a seasoned officiant with extensive expertise in designing ceremonies that reflect couples' unique love stories, the business specializes in beach weddings across Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Fort Fisher, and Bald Head Island. Our services include customized vows, ceremonial elements like sand ceremonies and dove releases, and coordination of local vendors to ensure seamless events. We prioritize accessibility, inclusivity, and stress-free planning, guided by a deep commitment to creating sacred, heartfelt unions that honor diverse traditions and modern preferences. 
Services
Beach Weddings
Wedding Officiating
Vow Renewals
Memorial Ceremonies
Ceremonial Rentals
Interfaith Ceremonies
Hand Fasting
Sand Ceremonies
Dove Releases
Broom Ceremonies
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of expertise in personalized wedding ceremonies.
- Our team specializes in accessible beach weddings for all guests.
- We provide inclusive, interfaith, and culturally sensitive ceremonies.
- We coordinate local vendors for seamless wedding planning.
- We include complimentary commemorative marriage certificates.
What people say
Perfectly personalized ceremony
Exceptional officiating skills
Stress-free planning process
Inclusive and accessible weddings
Memorable beach wedding experience
Services
Beach Wedding Ceremonies
We specialize in beach weddings across North Carolina's coastal areas, including Carolina Beach and Bald Head Island. Our services include officiating, vow customization, and coordination of ceremonial elements like sand ceremonies and dove releases. With expertise in accessible weddings, we ensure all guests can participate in your special day.
Ceremonial Rentals
Enhance your ceremony with our rental options, including bamboo arches, lighted heart displays, and ceremonial items like hand-fasting cords. These elements add symbolic meaning to your union while complementing beach or outdoor venues. Setup and takedown are included for convenience.
Interfaith Ceremonies
We create inclusive ceremonies that honor diverse religious and cultural traditions. Our officiants skillfully blend elements from different faiths or design non-denominational services that reflect couples' unique beliefs, ensuring meaningful celebrations that respect all participants' backgrounds.
Vow Renewals
Celebrate milestone anniversaries with personalized vow renewal ceremonies. We help couples craft heartfelt promises while incorporating symbolic rituals like wine ceremonies or rose exchanges. These events create cherished memories for couples and their loved ones.
Memorial Services
We provide compassionate memorial services that honor loved ones' lives. Our officiants incorporate religious guidelines, personal stories, and ceremonial elements to create meaningful tributes that comfort grieving families while respecting cultural traditions.
People
Shannon Mackay
Owner & Officiant
Rev. Shannon Mackay is a master of ceremonies with over 30 years of experience in wedding planning and officiating. As founder of Circle of Love Ceremonies and Pleasure Island Wedding Professionals, she combines photography expertise with ceremonial artistry to create personalized, stress-free events.
Questions
What locations do you serve for beach weddings?
We specialize in beach weddings across Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Fort Fisher, and Bald Head Island, North Carolina, with expertise in accessible venues and local vendor networks.
Can you accommodate interfaith wedding ceremonies?
Yes, we create inclusive ceremonies that honor diverse religious traditions or design non-denominational services reflecting couples' unique beliefs and values.
What ceremonial elements do you offer?
We provide bamboo arches, sand ceremony kits, dove releases, hand-fasting cords, and other symbolic elements to enhance your personalized ceremony.
Do you offer vow renewal services?
Yes, we specialize in anniversary vow renewals with customized promises and symbolic rituals like wine ceremonies or rose exchanges.
Are your services accessible for wheelchair users?
Yes, we coordinate accessible beach weddings with specialized equipment and venues accommodating wheelchair-bound guests and participants.
What's included in your wedding fee?
Our fee includes phone planning, custom vows, officiating, marriage license processing, and a commemorative certificate signed by the couple and witnesses.
