Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Custom Wedding Ceremony Starts Here
Weddings of Heart has been dedicated to crafting meaningful, personalized wedding ceremonies since 1983. Founded by Reverend Lili Goodman Freitas, our team combines decades of experience in ministry, counseling, and education to create ceremonies that reflect each couple's unique story. We specialize in non-denominational, intercultural, and interfaith weddings, drawing on expertise in comparative religion and ritual design. Our services extend beyond weddings to include vow renewals, commitment ceremonies, and baby blessings, all delivered with a commitment to professionalism and heartfelt service. With advanced degrees in social work, psychology, and spiritual science, Rev.Lili brings academic rigor and spiritual depth to every ceremony. We serve the San Francisco Bay Area, Wine Country, and Northern California, offering complimentary initial consultations to begin the ceremony creation process. Our approach emphasizes active listening, cultural sensitivity, and collaborative design to ensure each event feels authentic and memorable. Clients consistently praise our ability to create an atmosphere of warmth, inclusivity, and sacredness on their special day. We maintain rigorous professional standards while adapting to modern couples' evolving needs, whether they seek traditional, contemporary, or hybrid ceremony formats.
Services
Wedding Ceremonies
Vow Renewals
Commitment Ceremonies
Baby Blessings
Marriage Coaching
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in creating personalized wedding ceremonies
- Our team holds advanced degrees in psychology and spiritual sciences
- We specialize in intercultural and interfaith ceremony design
- Complimentary initial consultation available for all couples
- We provide marriage preparation coaching and post-wedding support
What people say
Beautifully written ceremony
Calming presence
Personalized experience
Cultural sensitivity
Professional delivery
Services
Wedding Ceremonies
Custom-designed wedding ceremonies tailored to each couple's unique relationship. Our process begins with a complimentary consultation to understand your vision, values, and cultural background. We incorporate traditional and creative elements to create a meaningful, personalized ceremony that reflects your love story while maintaining sacred traditions.
Vow Renewals
Ceremonies celebrating milestone anniversaries or reaffirming marital commitments. We help couples craft personalized rituals that honor their shared journey while creating new promises for the future. Our approach combines emotional depth with cultural sensitivity to create meaningful renewal experiences.
Commitment Ceremonies
Non-traditional ceremonies celebrating relationships outside conventional marriage frameworks. We design inclusive rituals that honor diverse relationship structures while maintaining emotional authenticity and cultural respect. Our ceremonies accommodate various spiritual and secular perspectives.
Baby Blessings
Rituals welcoming new children into families through naming or blessing ceremonies. We create inclusive, heartfelt events that honor family traditions while incorporating contemporary values. Our services accommodate biological, adopted, and stepchildren in joyful celebration.
Marriage Coaching
Guidance sessions preparing couples for married life. Our evidence-based approach addresses communication strategies, financial collaboration, and cultural integration. We help couples establish strong foundations through structured discussions about values, expectations, and relationship goals.
People
Reverend Lili Goodman Freitas
Wedding Officiant
Ordained minister with 40+ years of experience in ceremony design. Holds doctorates in Folklore-Folklife and Spiritual Science. Specializes in intercultural and interfaith weddings while maintaining academic appointments in counseling psychology.
Questions
What types of wedding ceremonies do you officiate?
We specialize in non-denominational, interfaith, and intercultural weddings. Our expertise includes traditional, contemporary, and hybrid ceremonies tailored to each couple's unique preferences and backgrounds.
Do you serve areas outside San Francisco Bay?
We primarily serve the San Francisco Bay Area, Wine Country, and Northern California. Travel arrangements can be made for locations within a 40-mile radius with additional fees for extended distances.
How do you personalize wedding ceremonies?
Through collaborative design sessions, we incorporate your personal stories, cultural traditions, and relationship milestones. Our process includes multiple meetings to ensure every element reflects your unique love story and values.
Are payment plans available for your services?
Yes, we offer flexible payment options. Our packages include Custom and Deluxe options with customizable features. We discuss financial arrangements during your complimentary initial consultation to accommodate your budget needs.
What other life ceremony services do you offer?
Beyond weddings, we provide vow renewals, commitment ceremonies, baby blessings, and memorial services. Our expertise extends to creating meaningful rituals for various life transitions and family milestones.
