Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Austin Wedding Officiant for Custom Ceremonies
Spoken Heart Ceremonies was founded on the belief that wedding ceremonies should be as unique and meaningful as the couples they celebrate. As an Austin-based officiant with over a decade of experience, we specialize in crafting personalized ceremonies that reflect each couple's values, stories, and vision. Our approach combines deep listening with creative storytelling to create authentic experiences that resonate with both couples and their guests. We serve diverse clients across Central Texas, including same-sex, interfaith, and non-religious couples, ensuring every ceremony feels genuine and heartfelt.Our process begins with in-depth consultations to understand your relationship dynamics, preferences, and cultural backgrounds. This foundation allows us to create ceremonies that feel both intimate and impactful, whether you're planning an intimate elopement or a large celebration. We pride ourselves on being accessible, responsive, and adaptable to changing needs while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition from industry peers and countless positive testimonials from satisfied couples.
Services
Non-religious Ceremonies
Same-Sex Ceremonies
Humanist Ceremonies
Interfaith Ceremonies
Traditional Ceremonies
Family Inclusive Ceremonies
Elopement Services
Commitment Ceremonies
Memorial Ceremonies
Destination Weddings
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of experience creating personalized ceremonies in Austin
- Our team specializes in blending diverse cultural and religious traditions
- We provide comprehensive ceremony planning resources and writing guidance
- Our officiants are legally ordained and state-licensed
- We serve all couple types with inclusive, nonjudgmental approach
What people say
Beautiful ceremony
Perfectly encapsulated our relationship
Made us feel included
Best decision we made
Amazing to work with
Services
Non-religious Ceremonies
Our non-religious ceremonies focus on celebrating love without religious elements. We help couples create meaningful, personalized experiences that reflect their values and relationship journey. This service includes comprehensive planning resources, vow writing assistance, and ceremony structure guidance. Ideal for couples seeking a modern, inclusive celebration that emphasizes personal connection over traditional religious frameworks.
Same-Sex Ceremonies
We specialize in creating inclusive same-sex ceremonies that honor each couple's unique story. Our approach ensures all cultural and personal elements are incorporated while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere. Services include customized ritual options, family integration strategies, and vow development support. We prioritize creating ceremonies that feel authentic while respecting diverse backgrounds and traditions.
Interfaith Ceremonies
Our interfaith ceremony service bridges different religious traditions through meaningful, inclusive rituals. We work closely with couples to create balanced celebrations that honor both partners' backgrounds. This includes selecting appropriate readings, developing hybrid rituals, and ensuring cultural sensitivity. Our experience helps create cohesive ceremonies that feel respectful and authentic to all participants.
Elopement Services
Elopement services focus on creating meaningful, private ceremonies for couples seeking simplicity. We offer streamlined planning while maintaining personalized elements. This service includes ceremony structure options, location guidance, and vow assistance. Ideal for couples who want to prioritize their relationship over large events while still having a meaningful, well-crafted ceremony.
Commitment Ceremonies
Commitment ceremonies celebrate ongoing relationships through personalized rituals. We help couples create meaningful milestones at any stage of their journey. Services include storytelling elements, relationship reflection prompts, and customized ritual options. Perfect for couples seeking to reaffirm their commitment in a way that feels authentic and significant.
People
Katrina Baecht
Lead Officiant
Katrina Baecht is a professionally ordained wedding officiant with over a decade of experience creating personalized ceremonies. A former educator and published writer, she brings exceptional communication skills and deep listening abilities to each couple's journey. Her background in teaching and writing enhances her ability to craft meaningful narratives that reflect each couple's unique story.
Questions
What types of ceremonies do you specialize in?
We specialize in non-religious, same-sex, interfaith, and traditional ceremonies. Our experience includes creating personalized celebrations for diverse couples across the full spectrum of relationship types and cultural backgrounds.
How do you personalize wedding ceremonies?
We use in-depth consultations to understand your relationship story, values, and preferences. This information shapes every aspect of your ceremony, from structure to specific rituals, ensuring a truly customized experience that reflects your unique connection.
Do you officiate destination weddings?
Yes, we officiate weddings throughout Central Texas and can accommodate destination weddings with advance planning. Our experience includes ceremonies at various locations across Texas Hill Country and beyond.
How long does ceremony creation take?
The process typically involves 2-3 meetings and 4-6 weeks of preparation. We provide structured resources and writing guidance to help couples develop their ceremony at a comfortable pace while meeting planning deadlines.
Are you legally ordained to perform weddings?
Yes, we are legally ordained and licensed by the state of Texas. Our training includes certification through recognized officiant programs, ensuring all legal requirements are properly met for valid marriage ceremonies.
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Katie W.
Oct 24, 2022
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My brother officiated our wedding, and we hired Katrina to train him and write the ceremony. It was one of the best decisions we made! Having a loved one officiate is very touching and special, but a lot goes into preparing and writing a ceremony especially for someone whos never done it before. Katrinas expertise, expansive selection of readings, and reassuring guidance throughout the whole process were indispensable. We are so happy we hired Katrina to help train and prepare my brother.
Wora I.
Oct 19, 2022
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To be completely honest, we were a bit bummed that we didn't have anyone close to us that could officiate our wedding, but that ended up being the biggest blessing in disguise. Katrina is a true professional. She is extremely communicative. She also met with us on multiple occasions and asked all the right questions that allowed her to write a touching and personalized ceremony. Our guests were blown away with it--so many of them came up to us afterward to say so!
