Love Without Questions: A Safe Space for All Couples
It never fails to catch me off guard.
An excited couple reaches out, eager to start planning their ceremony. We exchange pleasantries, and then, somewhere in the conversation, they hesitate—just for a second—before asking:
“Do you officiate LGBTQ+ weddings?”
And every time, my stomach twists. Not because of the question itself, but because they even have to ask. Because in 2025, love—real, deep, lifelong love—shouldn’t have to come with a disclaimer or a need for reassurance.
Let’s be real—the world has undergone dramatic changes that can feel daunting, especially for communities that are already marginalized. For LGBTQ+ couples, immigrants, and interracial couples, the stakes are often elevated, as initiatives like Project 2025 pose a serious challenge to the love they cherish and the rights they hold dear. These individuals navigate a complex, uncertain landscape, where their identities and relationships are often scrutinized. The fear of losing hard-won freedoms looms large, intensifying their struggles for acceptance and equality in an ever-changing society.
It’s exhausting. It’s infuriating. And yet, here we are.
Love Is Love — No Asterisks, No Fine Print
Simply Weddings NYC has always been, and will always be, a space where love stands on equal ground—without conditions, without caveats, without hesitation.
You will never have to wonder if I welcome you. You will never have to ask if I “do” LGBTQ+ weddings. Your love is not a special request—it’s simply love. Just as deserving. Just as beautiful. Just as real.
I will never tolerate a world where couples have to question whether they are welcome in a space meant to celebrate them. That is not how love should be. That is not how weddings should be. That is not how humanity should be.
This Is a Celebration, Not a Debate
Your love is not a political statement. It is not up for discussion. It does not need defending.
I’m here to do what I do best—celebrate you. That means crafting a ceremony that reflects your love, your story, and your values. It means ensuring that your wedding day is about you, not the noise of a world that still doesn’t know how to catch up.
You don’t have to ask if I officiate LGBTQIA+ weddings because inclusivity isn’t a marketing point for me—it’s the foundation of what I do!
So if you’ve been looking for a wedding officiant who gets it—who sees you, affirms you, and will fight to protect spaces for you—then welcome. You’re in the right place.
Your Love is Safe Here. And it Always Will Be.
If you have questions or need guidance, I’m here to help.
We’ll face this together, rooted in love and community—always.
With love, Lauren Hill, CLO
