Bride & Groom Testimonials

Wedding Officiant Testimonials"Dear Larry, Thank you so very, very much for performing our marriage ceremony on February 18, 2006. Your guidance and spiritual presence helped to create the very personal experience that we wanted for our wedding.

Our families and guests were as delighted as we were. We truly appreciate the time that you took to get to know who we are as a couple and as a family. Those personal touches made the day that much more memorable. Thanks so much for the mention of Mac and for the lovely apple blossom branches. The photos really captured the emotions that went along with those details.

It was a pleasure working with you, Larry. Thank you for everything! Sincerely,"

- Amy and Rick Hoffman

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"Larry, Our wedding day was very special for Tony and I.

You captured the uniqueness of our situation in a ceremony that not only joined our lives, but the lives of our children as well. Thank you for bringing such a personal touch to our day. I know some of the guests complimented you personally. Many felt it was the most 'meaningful' ceremony they'd ever witnessed.

Thanks again for sharing what you believe and all that you've learned through the years. It was wonderful! Very sincerely,"

- Tony and Mary Carole Naraine


"Dear Larry, Thank you so much for performing our wedding ceremony. It was everything we could have asked for, and more. It was a true reflection of who we are and what we believe. We're so fortunate to have found you, to be such an important part of our special day. Thank you for your support, and for making us feel so at ease on our wedding day (and for not letting my knees buckle during the ceremony!). Best wishes,"

- Patty and Joe Lograsso (and Bailey!)


"Dear Larry, Thank you so much for the really great job you did at our ceremony - everyone kept telling us how nice it was! I can't thank you enough for making me laugh and feel at ease during the ceremony. I really needed it! Thanks again for everything, Larry, it was perfect. Most sincerely,"

- Anne and Don Fignar


Testimonials“Larry, Thank you so much for all you did to make our ‘unconventional’ wedding so special. You calmed my nerves and really helped us through. Our ceremony was perfect and beautiful because of the words you chose and we are so grateful. If ever there is anything we can do for you, don’t hesitate to call. Thanks again so much. All our love,”

- Natalie and Scott
+ Steven, Lorenzo, Keiffer, and Francesca


"Larry - We would like to thank you for sharing our special day with us and for the beautiful and meaningful wedding ceremony that you officiated. Thank you for your recommendations and the little touches that made our ceremony so unique. We would like you to know about all the compliments we received from our guests telling us how wonderful it was. Again, thank you for making our day so very special. Maybe some day we can all meet at the coffee shop and look at our wedding photos. Love,"

- Myra and Kevin Book


“Dear Reverend Goyda: Andy and I wanted to say thank you so much for everything you did to make our wedding day so very special. We appreciate the time you devoted to us, and most of all, for joining us together as man and wife so that we may begin our lives together as one unit. Your words during our ceremony encompass all we believe in as individuals and as a couple. We truly appreciate your support and dedication. Sincerely,”

- Erin and Andy Winkel


“Dear Rev. Goyda, We just wanted to say thank you again for making our wedding so wonderful and meaningful. You were so loving and kind to me when I felt faint. You were so calm, cool and perfect during the whole ceremony. Thanks again for your kindness and support. Sincerely,”

- Norine and John Beto


“Dear Larry, Rick and I would like to thank you for performing our beautiful wedding ceremony (on April 14th). The beauty of that ceremony far surpassed our expectations. It was exactly what we wanted. The gentleness of your voice soothed us and we are forever grateful for your presence on that very special day. You truly have a gift for performing wedding ceremonies, and we wish you luck and happiness in the future. Thank you again,"

- Rick and Suzy Dzurek


“Dear Larry, Thank you so much for your guidance and support in preparing us for the ceremony and officiating at our wedding. The ceremony was very special and we have received endless comments about how unique and memorable it was. You kept us calm and guided through every step, like a caring father.

We could not have imagined a more perfect day, and we will be forever grateful to you for helping make our wedding so special.

We look forward to seeing you around the neighborhood!”

- Kathy Risue & Mike Horvath

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The Meaningful Marriages website is designed for brides and grooms who desire to be married in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania or the surrounding area of Western PA by a Pittsburgh wedding minister, a nondenominational minister, officiant, celebrant or reverend. Some folks even start out looking to be married by a Judge or Justice of the Peace but end up deciding to go with Meaningful Marriages. We are here to help you with all aspects of your wedding ceremony including wedding vows, interfaith/nondenominational wedding ideas and wedding vendors in the Pittsburgh area. With the help of Rev. Larry Goyda, you can have the perfect wedding ceremony to begin your marriage.

I wish to congratulate the bride and groom on your engagement and your upcoming Greater Pittsburgh area wedding ceremony. Since you're visiting the website of a nondenominational wedding celebrant, you're clearly in the process of planning your wedding ceremony. How far have you gotten? Have you settled on one of the most important aspects of your wedding ceremony, the person who will be your wedding officiant, minister or clergy?

I take pride in the fact that each wedding ceremony I perform in the Greater Pittsburgh area is a celebration of two people in love. Together with the bride and groom, I create a ceremony that suits the style and religion of the couple to be wed. I have been performing wedding ceremonies in western pa for more than 15 years and know that I can perform a nondenominational, interfaith, wedding ceremony that you'll be happy to look back on for years to come.

Many of the couples that I wed do not belong to a church in the Pittsburgh area, or do not attend church at all. This is not a problem. As a nondenominational, interfaith wedding officiant, I am pleased to marry pittsburg brides and grooms from all faiths, religions and races.

Most of the weddings I perform are in Allegheny County, which is, of course, where Pittsburgh is located. However, I have also performed wedding ceremonies in Westmorland County, Butler County, and Beaver County. No matter where you are planning on having your wedding, please consider me, Rev. Larry Goyda as your wedding minister.

I know how important your wedding ceremony is and I look forward to helping you have the perfect wedding ceremony to celebrate your love!

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