Asked to officiate a loved one's wedding?
Craft a ceremony that honors the heart of their love story.
With a course that turns your knowledge of the couple into ceremonial artistry.
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You're the friend who makes everything look effortless.
From managing team deadlines for work to curating the perfect playlist.
Now your friends want you to officiate their wedding. You feel honored, but you want this to be more than just another task on your long to-do list.
Whether you're:
Spending your lunch breaks Googling "how to officiate" between meetings.
But you're lost in a sea of bland scripts and advice that miss your artistic vision.
Ready to pour your heart into this, but know that your time is precious.
And your standards are high. You can’t waste time on resources that offer another list of generic tips. They only leave you feeling anxious and unsure.
Sitting with both excitement and the weight of this beautiful responsibility.
But you can't help but think, "People officiate weddings all the time. Shouldn't this be easier?" (Spoiler: it should.)
i can help because i've been there.
I know how it feels when a best friend trusts you with their most precious moment.
Four years ago, I was in your shoes—proud, excited, and ready to make something amazing. Even as a writer, I spent many hours on the basics instead of creating the perfect story. Though I landed on my feet, and my first ceremony was "good," I knew it could have been so much better.
Today, as a program manager, writer, editor, and officiant, I'm here to say that you don't have to feel the way I did—or how you might feel now.
You deserve to feel confident and in control. You should be proud to deliver your friends' perfect ceremony.
"I am forever grateful for Katie and the fantastic service Something Borrowed provides – it made me the officiant I always aspired to be."
— Maraya K.
SO LET ME INTRODUCE:
more than Words
Two hours. Four modules. Everything you need to go from 'I said yes' to a ceremony your friends will never forget.
Course MODULE breakdown:
Set your Foundation
In Module 1, we'll focus on getting organized and set up for success. In this lesson, we go over your Officiant Roadmap and discuss each step you need to take until the big day. This way, you’ll know what to expect along the way.
02
Craft your
Template
In Module 2, you’ll begin with ready-to-use ceremony templates. These will guide you with trusted narrative frameworks as your starting point. Don't worry, we'll customize this template to suit your couple and make it sparkle.
Illuminate their Story
In Module 3, we'll turn our attention to writing the couple's love story. I offer guidance for creative writing and narrative nonfiction that will help your words stand out. This module provides storytelling techniques that will transform personal stories into timeless memories.
Deliver with Grace.
Module 4 focuses on how to command every moment of wedding weekend with natural grace. Take charge of the rehearsal with confidence, and work with the planner to ensure everything runs smoothly. Deliver the ceremony with ease and assurance.
“Katie provides an incredible depth of knowledge, structure, and inspiration."
From thought-provoking questions to logistical guidance and template scripts for heartfelt opening remarks, Officiate with Style gave me the foundation I needed to support my friend and express my love and care in a way that truly mattered.
— Maraya K.
“These resources would have been a godsend to have as I was preparing for my first ceremony.”
Going into my friends' wedding. I thought that Google searches and watching YouTube videos would educate me enough on how to officiate. There wasn't a single source of information I could rely on. I got the most help from you when we zoomed! The world definitely needs this "
— John O.
"Katie is exceptionally organized and thorough, and made our dream ceremony come to life."
Her thoughtful approach ensured that our love story and personalities shined, and her warm presence made us feel completely at ease during such a big moment. Months later, we are still receiving compliments about our beautiful ceremony. I would recommend Katie to anyone in a heartbeat. She is professional, reliable, and above all, a natural.”
Anna O.
The Efficient Officiant Roadmap — A detailed project planner that maps every single step of the officiant process — with time estimates — so you always know exactly what to do next and how long it will take.
The Officiant Checklist — Your final gut-check before the big day, covering everything from mic logistics to script backup plans to what to wear.
The Ceremony Collection — A fully annotated real-world ceremony script template, plus three additional, anonymized ceremonies from weddings I've personally written and delivered. Real examples, not generic templates.
Love Story Writing Formulas — A structured guide to writing the love story section of the ceremony, including six proven narrative formulas with detailed breakdowns and real examples.
Vows, Declaration of Consent & Ring Exchange Guide — Human-vetted options for the ceremony's most sensitive moments, with guidance on how to work with your couple to choose language they'll feel great about.
The Connection & Coordination Toolkit — Five sequenced email templates covering every conversation from kickoff to day-of confirmation, plus a detailed first meeting agenda that gives the couple something concrete to react to.
Creative Catalyst Prompts — AI Writing Coach that's been tested and selected for this specific use case using Anthropic's Claude model to help you get unstuck when the words aren't coming, without losing your voice.
What's Included
100%
I'm committed to your success as an officiant. If within 7 days you don't feel that the course has everything you need to create and deliver a ceremony worthy of your friends' trust, we'll refund your investment completely. No questions asked, no awkward conversations.
money back guarantee
"Katie is an abundant source of knowledge, exceptionally personable, kind, compassionate, and profoundly caring."
She seamlessly combines honesty, wisdom, and a touch of humor in every interaction, making her the ideal mentor for those learning to become officiants. She is undeniably a treasure, and her resources are outstanding!
— Chera J.
“I didn't realize now how much time a could have saved….”
While I’m creative, think on my feet, and am comfortable with public speaking, the amount of details an officiant has to keep in mind leading up to the wedding day, as well as the things I only thought of on the day of the ceremony—all detracted from my ability to be fully engaged on my friend’s big day. Seeing all that More Than Words offers, from the Logistics Tracker to templates and scripting preparation-- I realize now how much time I could have saved in making the ceremony all that I had hoped, instead of learning as I went. I’ll be much better prepared for my next officiating opportunity!
— Michael K.
“Katie orchestrated the perfect ceremony for our wedding. I was blown away by all the touches she put into her speech.”
She is organized, thorough and professional. She took a very thoughtful approach to preparing the ceremony and started the planning process well in advance of the big day. The end result was a beautiful ceremony that my wife and I will never forget. I would highly recommend that anyone learn from her.
— John O.
This is for you if:
You have high standards
You don't have time to waste
You wont settle for anything less than perfect
It's probably not for you if...
You want a generic ceremony
You'll settle for a B+
You're not willing to do the work
Your best friend's wedding is too important to leave to chance.
Imagine standing before their friends and loved ones (perhaps they're yours too), as your carefully written notes suddenly feel woefully inadequate. That flutter of uncertainty in your voice. The missed moments, the awkward pauses.
You're brilliant and capable - and this moment deserves more than Google searches.
I get it – you're the friend who always figures things out. But this isn't just another project to master. It's a profound moment of transition for your friends—a story that deserves to be told with artistry and grace.
Your friends chose you because they trust your voice, your spirit, and your understanding of their love.
Ready to transform nerves into finesse?
Navigate every step of officiating with purpose, poise, and a structured course that transforms uncertainty into confidence. This course will guide you, step-by-step to deliver a ceremony your friends will cherish forever.
MEET Your
INSTRUCTOR
Hi, I'm Katie
I believe that great writing happens off the page: when you're sitting with a feeling, reflecting on a moment, or asking yourself what's important. As an officiant and a educator of first-time officiants, my method focuses on identifying themes within a couple's life and evoking them throughout the script. Only by focusing on excellent storytelling and expert writing can officiants and writers of any stripes create something truly one-of-a-kind.
BEHIND
the COURSE
With gentle encouragement and an art director's eye, I collaborate with my couples to create effortlessly editorial images full of pure love, stunning backdrops, and natural moments (with just enough guidance!)
Light is my biggest inspiration, and I find weddings to be complex, joyous, fashion-filled, emotional, utterly beautiful celebrations that I can't get enough of.
ENNEAGRAM 8, CREATIVE TO MY CORE, ARTIST, ROMANTIC, JANE AUSTIN STAN
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