Mandy - A Magical Experience
I don’t even know where to begin ~ Bobbie was incredible. I would recommend her to family, friends, and/or strangers in a heartbeat. We chatted with many potential officiants, but once we met Bobbie we knew she was the one for us. Not only did she guarantee that our ceremony would genuinely reflect who we are (which it did), she also provided us with ideas, reassurance, & validation that we didn’t even know we needed. She has the kindest soul and truly guided us to the magic that was our special day. She was available to us whenever we needed her, she was always on time and ready to go, she handled all of our paperwork to make it as stress-free as possible, and the way she treats people brings so much grace and elegance into a room. I am a BIG fan of Bobbie Ellis and would choose her over and over again to stand between my new husband and me on our special day. If you are looking for a sign, this is it!!! You need Bobbie at your wedding!
Testimonials
Taylor E. - Fantastic Officiant!
We found Bobbie through WeddingWire, and she was exactly what we wanted in an officiant. We met a few times via zoom to get to know each other and wrote a beautiful ceremony. On the day of, Bobbie did a great job with the ceremony and her calming presence was very much appreciated and helped us feel at ease to enjoy the ceremony. Our guests commented on how much they loved the ceremony and what a great job she did. We would highly recommend!!!
Michaela C. - Handfasting ceremony
It was wonderful working with Bobbie. She made our ceremony so intimate and special. She knows exactly what she's doing and always prioritized our vision. My family keeps talking about how beautiful the ceremony was and I have only good things to say about our experience. We cannot recommend Bobbie enough! :)
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Jessica R.
Very put together, responsive, and helpful!
We got the ceremony of our dreams with the help of Meaningful Ceremonies! Bobbie was very kind and helped guide us through our marriage license process. She curated a beautiful ceremony and was incredibly responsive to any little tweaks we had. I would not have changed a single thing about what was said during our ceremony, and that is so much in part due to Bobbie.
100% recommend using Meaningful Ceremonies if you're looking for an elegant, emotional, romantic, beautiful wedding!
Meaningful Ceremonies
with Bobbie Ellis
At the center of every ceremony is a story—your story—and Bobbie Ellis has devoted her life’s work to honoring the moments that shape us. As a seasoned celebrant, interfaith minister, officiant, and guide in embodied presence, Bobbie brings a rare level of depth, compassion, and artistry to the craft of ceremony.
A Ceremony That Feels Like You
Bobbie founded Meaningful Ceremonies in Highland Park, NJ with a single intention: to create wedding ceremonies that are personal, heartfelt, and truly reflective of the couple standing before her. She believes a wedding is more than an event—it’s a sacred pause, a moment of truth and tenderness, and the beginning of a shared path.
Your ceremony is crafted through real listening. Bobbie takes time to understand who you are individually and as partners, what you cherish, and how you want to feel on your wedding day. The result is a ceremony that is intimate, genuine, and beautifully aligned with your values and your love.
Rooted in Presence and Connection
As well as being a wedding officiant and interfaith minister since 1998, Bobbie’s background in somatic arts, mindfulness, and creative expression brings a grounded, warm presence that immediately puts couples at ease. She has a gift for holding space—steady, welcoming, light hearted and inclusive—and for speaking words that resonate deeply without ever feeling scripted.
Her ceremonies often feel poetic yet natural, elegant but unpretentious. Whether you prefer something simple and sweet, upbeat and fun, or something richly layered with ritual,
Bobbie guides you with clarity and care.
Inclusive, Personalized, and Heartfelt
Bobbie joyfully welcomes couples of all backgrounds, orientations, identities, cultures, and spiritual orientations. Her work honors the richness of diversity and the universal human desire to be witnessed in love.
Why Couples Choose Bobbie
Couples often share that Bobbie’s presence made their ceremony feel “like home.”
Her voice brings calm. Her words feel true.
Her approach feels collaborative, professional, skilled, generous, and deeply caring. She is there not only to officiate, but to hold space for one of the most important passages of your life.
Put your most important day in the hands of a skilled and experienced officiant...
Image Gallery
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Wedding Officiant Services
I provide personalized wedding ceremonies, vow renewal, from small personal elopements to gala events that are tailored to your unique love story. I am an experienced officiant to will help you craft a ceremony that reflects your personal style and values.
Baby blessings
When you bring a baby into your life, you may want to honor that passage with a Blessing Ceremony. Bobbie creates meaningful expressions to welcome your little one into the world through your personal values and beliefs.