Available for ceremonies
William Tholke
California
Legally empowered to make two people very emotional in front of everyone they know. Ceremonies tailored to you: traditional, modern, or gloriously weird. Inquire within.
Want to officiate too?
You can get ordained, too
William is an ordained Minister of the Church of Pride — and you can be too. Officiate weddings for the people you love, online in about 5 minutes.
Get OrdainedCredentials
- Ordained
- June 5, 2026
- Credential #
- COP-20260605-Q5B458
- Issued by
- Church of Pride
- Status
- Active
What you can officiate once ordained
Weddings
Officiate legally recognized marriage ceremonies where online ordination is accepted.
Commitment ceremonies
Celebrate a union on your own terms, with or without a marriage license.
Vow renewals
Mark an anniversary or a new chapter with a ceremony to match.
Elopements & small ceremonies
Intimate, low-key ceremonies for you and your person.
Ordained to officiate for couples of every orientation and identity. Legal requirements vary by location — always confirm with your county clerk before the ceremony.
Ordained through Church of Pride
William is an ordained Ministerof the Church of Pride — an affirming ministry built on the belief that love belongs to everyone. The ordination is real, and the credential above is publicly verifiable by anyone. Online ordination is recognized for officiating in most U.S. states.
New to officiating? Start here
- How to officiate a wedding
- Writing an affirming ceremony
- 20 wedding ceremony readings
- 40+ real wedding vow examples
Free guides & scripts from the Church of Pride.
Want William to officiate?
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