Jayne’s story

From Cottingley, West Yorkshire, to Winston-Salem, with a lifetime of adventure in between.

I grew up in Cottingley, West Yorkshire, and my adventurous spirit took me far from home. After I finished school, I moved to Athens, later worked across Africa, the Middle East and the Caribbean Islands and spent some time working aboard a sailboat in the Bahamas.

My life has included some unexpected chapters—from professional bodybuilding to teaching young children and running my own pet grooming business. Each experience has shaped my love of people, their stories, and the many different paths we take.

Today, I call the Winston-Salem area home. When I’m not creating ceremonies, I enjoy traveling, beekeeping, rescuing wildlife, and spending time with my much-loved dogs and cats. I bring that same curiosity, compassion, and sense of adventure to getting to know every couple I work with.

Reverend Jayne in a camel jacket and white turtleneck
Reverend Jayne wearing a rainbow stole in front of a wall of hanging lights

This is Jayne

Storyteller, celebrant, beekeeper, traveler and Toastmaster: a few of the things that make me who I am.

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Illustrated poster titled This is Jayne: wedding officiant and funeral celebrant, Toastmasters leader, beekeeper, animal lover and wildlife rehabilitator, reader, traveler to England, Greece, Africa and the Bahamas, Yorkshire girl and lambing-season helper

What you can count on

  • NC Legally Ordained Professional Officiant
  • Reliable and Responsible
  • Knowledge and Guidance
  • Complete Customization
  • Ceremony Wedding
  • Ceremony Workshop

Jayne was absolutely amazing. She took the time to truly get to know us as a couple, which made all the difference in our ceremony. Every detail felt thoughtful and personal, and it was clear she genuinely cared about telling our story in a meaningful way. Her warmth and attention to detail created such a special experience, not just for us, but for everyone who attended. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect person to guide us through such an important moment.

RebeccaSalisbury, NC

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