Rev. Dr. Sarah Halverson-Cano
Progressive Christian Wedding Officiant in Orange County
Sacred, Joyful & Inclusive Wedding Ceremonies.
Meet Reverend Doctor Sarah Halverson-Cano, a progressive Christian pastor, ordained United Church of Christ minister, and experienced wedding officiant.
Rev. Sarah believes a wedding can be spiritually grounded, deeply sacred, and genuinely fun—all at the same time.
As a longtime member of Great Officiants and a passionate advocate for inclusive ministry, she creates beautiful ceremonies that honor faith, love, and each couple's unique story.
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Where Faith, Love & Joy Come Together
Your wedding ceremony should be a meaningful celebration of your love and commitment.
Rev. Sarah believes the most beautiful wedding ceremonies honor the sacred nature of marriage while embracing the joy of the celebration.
As a progressive Christian minister, she welcomes couples with warmth, compassion, and genuine enthusiasm.
She creates ceremonies that are spiritually meaningful, personally relevant, and filled with love.
Her philosophy is simple: a wedding can be sacred without being overly solemn, and joyful without losing its spiritual significance.
The Rev. Sarah Wedding Ceremony Experience
Progressive Christian Weddings
Spiritually grounded Christian ceremonies filled with warmth, compassion, and meaningful traditions.
Bilingual English & Spanish
Thoughtful bilingual wedding ceremonies that help couples and families celebrate together.
LGBTQ+ Inclusive
Welcoming and affirming ceremonies celebrating love and commitment for all couples.
More Than Two Decades of Ordained Ministry
Rev. Sarah was ordained in the United Church of Christ in 2005, following seven years of service as a youth minister.
She serves as senior pastor at Irvine United Congregational Church, where her ministry reflects her commitment to faith, inclusion, and community.
Her extensive theological education and pastoral experience bring depth and meaning to the wedding ceremonies she performs.
She understands the importance of marriage as both a personal commitment and a sacred celebration.
Rev. Sarah's Credentials
Senior Pastor
Irvine United Congregational Church
Ordained in 2005
United Church of Christ
Bachelor's Degree
Chapman University
Master of Divinity
Claremont School of Theology
Doctorate
Chicago Theological Seminary
Great Officiants Team Member Since 2007
A Special Connection to Great Officiants Since 2007
Rev. Sarah's relationship with Great Officiants began with a wedding.
In 2007, she first co-officiated a ceremony alongside Great Officiants founder Alan Katz.
That memorable collaboration began a long-standing relationship with the Great Officiants team.
Since then, Rev. Sarah has continued helping couples create ceremonies that celebrate their faith, relationships, and commitment to one another.
A Pioneer in Inclusive Christian Weddings
Rev. Sarah is recognized for her progressive approach to Christian ministry and her support for marriage equality.
Los Angeles Times writer Steve Lopez highlighted her progressive ministry and her pioneering work with same-gender weddings in Orange County.
She believes love deserves to be celebrated and welcomes couples from different backgrounds, identities, and walks of life.
Her ceremonies reflect a belief in compassion, equality, and the sacred power of love.
Why Couples Choose Rev. Sarah
Progressive Christian pastor
Ordained United Church of Christ minister
Doctoral-level theological education
LGBTQ+ affirming ministry
Bilingual English/Spanish ceremonies
Great Officiants since 2007
Based in Central Orange County
Bilingual English & Spanish Wedding Ceremonies
Bringing families and cultures together through meaningful wedding celebrations.
Rev. Sarah studied Spanish in Guatemala, Costa Rica, and the Dominican Republic.
Her language studies and appreciation for different cultures allow her to perform bilingual English and Spanish wedding ceremonies.
For couples bringing together English-speaking and Spanish-speaking loved ones, she can help create an inclusive ceremony that allows more guests to connect with the experience.
Sacred Doesn't Have to Mean Serious All the Time
Faith, laughter, love, and joy can belong in the same wedding ceremony.
Rev. Sarah believes a wedding can be spiritually grounded and sacred while still feeling lighthearted and joyful.
Finding that beautiful balance is one of her greatest passions.
Her goal is to help couples experience a ceremony that honors the importance of their vows while embracing the happiness of the moment.
Faith, Family & a Love of the World
When she's not serving her congregation, working in the community, or officiating weddings, Rev. Sarah is a busy mother of two.
She and her family love to travel, discover new places, experience different cultures, and enjoy wonderful food.
Her appreciation for people and diverse traditions is reflected in the welcoming spirit she brings to her wedding ceremonies.
Orange County & Southern California Christian Wedding Officiant
Based in Central Orange County, serving couples throughout Southern California.
Rev. Sarah performs Christian, inclusive, and bilingual wedding ceremonies at beautiful venues throughout Southern California.
Whether you're planning a traditional Christian wedding, an LGBTQ+ affirming celebration, or a bilingual ceremony, Rev. Sarah would love to learn about your vision.
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Let's Create a Wedding Ceremony Filled with Faith & Love
With her extensive ministry experience, progressive Christian values, and joyful personality, Rev. Dr. Sarah Halverson-Cano would be honored to officiate your wedding.
Whether you're dreaming of a sacred Christian ceremony, an inclusive celebration, or a bilingual wedding that brings families together, Rev. Sarah can help create a beautiful and meaningful experience.
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Notable Wedding ReviewFrom Yelp Great Officiants is awesome! When we first called we spoke to Alan. He was so friendly and answered all our questions to walk us through the process. We were scrolling through the list of the officiants and chose Rev. Sarah Halverson, because she’s a Claremont graduate and has a sweet smile. We couldn’t be more thrilled with our decision to work with her. Rev. Sarah was a superstar! She met with us before our wedding to get to know us. Which was great because during the ceremony she really made it special and personalized our ceremony beautifully! We had a non-denominational ceremony and Sarah combined a little tradition from both of our cultures – the lasso and the breaking of the glass. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about the ceremony and everyone asked where we found her and complimented on how wonderful she was. Thank you Sarah for such a beautiful, sweet, romantic, memorable ceremony! It was the most intense and exciting half hour of our lives – indescribable! WE LOVE YOU!!! |