Father Jacob
Inclusive Catholic Wedding Priest in Southern California
Faith, Compassion & Celebrating Love for All Couples.
Meet Father Jacob, an ordained priest, experienced spiritual director, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who brings an extraordinary understanding of love and relationships to every wedding ceremony.
His approach to ministry is rooted in compassion, inclusion, and the belief that God's love should be available to everyone.
Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, Father Jacob offers meaningful Catholic wedding ceremonies inspired by Western and Eastern Catholic and Orthodox traditions. In addition, Father Jacob celebrates the Traditional Latin Mass and can celebrate your ceremony according to either the Vetus Ordo in Latin or the Novus Ordo in the language of your choice.
Specialty Priest Ceremonies Start at $800.
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Where Faith, Compassion & Love Come Together
Every couple deserves to experience the beauty and sacred meaning of their wedding day.
Father Jacob has dedicated his priestly ministry to sharing God's love through compassion, inclusion, and sacramental justice.
He believes marriage is a powerful expression of love, commitment, and the promise to care for one another.
For Father Jacob, celebrating weddings is a meaningful opportunity to bring his spiritual calling together with his professional understanding of relationships.
The Father Jacob Wedding Ceremony Experience
Inclusive Catholic Weddings
Beautiful Catholic wedding ceremonies rooted in compassion, sacred tradition, and the celebration of love.
Multilingual Ceremonies
Wedding ceremonies in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, helping couples and families celebrate together.
Western & Eastern Traditions
Experience with Western and Eastern Catholic and Orthodox rites, offering meaningful options for couples seeking traditional elements.
A Priest Dedicated to God's Love for Everyone
Father Jacob was ordained as a priest in the American Orthodox Catholic Church.
He currently serves in active ministry as a priest of The Franciscan Companions of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
He serves at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Long Beach, California.
His spiritual work extends beyond a single tradition, as he serves as a spiritual director for people from many faith backgrounds.
His ministry is centered on making God's love accessible and welcoming to all people.
Father Jacob's Ministry Background
Ordained Priest
American Orthodox Catholic Church
Active Priest
The Franciscan Companions of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Serving At
Holy Trinity Catholic Church,
Long Beach
Spiritual Director
Serving people from
diverse faith backgrounds
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Languages
English, Spanish, Portuguese
A Unique Understanding of Love & Relationships
A wedding priest who also understands relationships through professional therapeutic experience.
In addition to his ministry, Father Jacob is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works as a psychotherapist with couples and individuals.
He has devoted his professional life to studying love, relationships, emotional connection, and the ways couples can grow together.
His experience helping people heal, communicate, and connect gives him a meaningful perspective on marriage.
For Father Jacob, celebrating a couple's wedding is a beautiful culmination of his ministry as a priest and his work understanding human relationships.
Celebrating Catholic Weddings for All Couples
Love, dignity, and faith belong to everyone.
Father Jacob believes the celebration of marriage should reflect God's unconditional love.
His ministry emphasizes sacramental justice and welcomes couples who desire a meaningful Catholic wedding celebration.
He understands that couples may come from different backgrounds and have unique spiritual journeys.
His goal is to create a welcoming and deeply meaningful ceremony that honors the love and commitment of the couple.
English, Spanish & Portuguese Wedding Ceremonies
Father Jacob speaks English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
His multilingual abilities allow him to help couples bring together families from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Whether your wedding includes one language or a thoughtful combination, Father Jacob can discuss a ceremony that reflects your family's traditions.
He also has experience celebrating Western and Eastern Catholic and Orthodox rites.
Ceremony Traditions & Languages
English Wedding Ceremonies
Spanish Wedding Ceremonies
Portuguese Wedding Ceremonies
Western Catholic Traditions
Eastern Catholic Traditions
Orthodox-Inspired Traditions
Inclusive Spiritual Celebrations
A Wedding That Truly Touched His Heart
Sometimes the most meaningful weddings are the ones that remind us why inclusion matters.
One of Father Jacob's favorite wedding memories was officiating the marriage of a couple who had been turned away by their own church.
Being able to welcome them and celebrate their love made the occasion especially meaningful.
It was a powerful reflection of his commitment to offering God's love, compassion, and spiritual care to every couple.
Southern California Specialty Catholic Wedding Priest
Father Jacob is one of Great Officiants' specialty wedding priests.
He offers couples the opportunity to celebrate their marriage through meaningful Catholic traditions, compassionate ministry, and a welcoming approach to faith.
Contact Great Officiants to discuss your ceremony location, religious traditions, languages, and availability.
Father Jacob's Wedding Ceremony Pricing
Starting at $800
Specialty Catholic wedding ceremonies with Father Jacob start at $800.
Additional travel fees or ceremony-specific charges may apply.
Please contact our team for a personalized quote.
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Celebrate Your Marriage with Faith, Love & Inclusion
With his unique combination of priestly ministry, professional relationship expertise, and commitment to welcoming all couples, Father Jacob brings something truly meaningful to every wedding ceremony.
Whether you're planning a Catholic-inspired celebration, a multilingual wedding, or a ceremony incorporating Western or Eastern traditions, Father Jacob would be honored to discuss your vision.
Specialty priest ceremonies start at $800.
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