Monica Mendoza Wedding Officiant dressed in a black outfit standing in front of a stone fireplace decorated with a bouquet of pink, red, and white roses and surrounded by candles, before a wedding ceremony.

Meet Your Central Valley Wedding Officiant

Love is my language

Hi, I’m Monica and weddings are truly my love language!

My journey as a wedding officiant began with inspiration from a dear colleague and friend who often shared with me how meaningful and rewarding it was to be part of a couple’s special day. She would describe the joy, the love, and the unforgettable moments, and every time, I felt drawn to it.

That spark grew even stronger after helping plan my own children’s weddings. Being part of their celebrations reminded me of how much I love everything about weddings—the beauty of the details, the anticipation of the ceremony, and most importantly, the sacred moment when two people make their promises of love.

Standing with a couple as they recite their vows brings me back to my own wedding day, the excitement, the butterflies, and the overwhelming happiness of beginning a new chapter with the person you love. It is an honor for me to witness that same joy and union for others.

That is why I started “I Do Weddings”. Every ceremony is unique, and I approach each one with the same care, love, and excitement as if it were my own.

For me, it’s more than just officiating a wedding, it’s celebrating love, family, and the start of forever.

My Passion

Whether your ceremony is in English, Spanish or both, I believe every wedding deserves to be a reflection of your love. Traditional or trendy, intimate or grand, my role is to support you every step of the way. From majestic Yosemite elopements to large, elegant celebrations. I bring the same care and attention to every ceremony.

My Promise to You

I take pride in making every couple feel supported, comfortable, and celebrated. Your ceremony is not just another event, it’s a milestone, and I would be honored to help make it everything you’ve dreamed of.

  • Bride and groom standing outdoors under a decorated arch, celebrating their wedding, holding a sign that says 'Just Married by Monica Mendoza, Love, WEDDING OFFICIANT'.

    Violeta & Rolando

  • Two women standing on a sidewalk under trees, holding a sign that reads "Just Married" with the names Monica Mendoza and a wedding officiant, smiling at the camera.

    Kendra & Laura

  • Newly married couple at wedding, woman in white lace wedding dress holding bouquet, man in dark blue suit with burgundy tie and boutonniere, holding sign that reads 'Just Married by Monica Mendoza Wedding Officiant', outdoors with green trees, grass, and hills in the background.

    Robin & David

  • Three women standing outdoors on a wooden platform, celebrating a wedding. The woman in the middle is dressed in a white wedding gown holding a bouquet, and the other two women are wearing coats. The woman on the left is holding a marriage certificate, and the woman on the right is holding a sign that reads, 'MARRIED BY MONICA MENDEZ, WEDDING OFFICIANT.' They are smiling and posing for the photo, with a natural background of rocks and trees.

    Summer & Nayara

  • A wedding ceremony outdoors with a bride and groom holding hands, while a Monica Mendoza, officiant reads from a book in the background.

    Viri & Benjamin

  • A bride and groom exchanging vows outdoors during a wedding ceremony, with a officiant standing behind them and floral arrangements on white pedestals, surrounded by trees.

    Alexandra & Ricky

  • A newlywed couple smiling outdoors with a friend or family member, holding a sign that says "Just Married by Monica Mendoza Wedding Officiant." The bride is in a white lace wedding gown, and the groom and another woman are dressed in formal attire, standing on a lawn with trees and a white fence in the background.

    Michael & Sandy

  • Three women by a lake, two in wedding dresses holding bouquets, and one in a black dress, smiling for the camera.

    Carmen & Laura

  • Smiling bride and groom standing outdoors in front of an Airstream trailer, holding a sign that reads "Just Married by Monica Mendoza." The groom is dressed in a light gray suit with a floral tie and pocket square, and the bride is wearing a lace off-the-shoulder wedding dress, holding a bouquet of flowers.

    Diego & Stephenee

  • A newlywed couple and a woman standing in a hallway, smiling, with the bride holding a sign that says "Just Married by Monica Mendoza, Wedding Officiant" and a bouquet of white roses, dressed in wedding attire, with warm lighting and elegant decor.

    Osman & Valerie

  • A bride in a white dress holding a bouquet of orange, white, and blue flowers, standing with a groom in a blue suit and bow tie, and a woman in a black dress, all smiling in front of a green hedge.

    Cierra & Karen

  • A bride in a white wedding gown holding a colorful bouquet, standing between a groom in a blue suit with a bow tie and a woman in a black dress, indoors with a white curtain backdrop.

    Oscar & Desiree

  • A bride in a white gown holding a bouquet of white and yellow flowers, standing between a man in a blue suit and a woman in a black dress, at a wedding event with a decorative balloon arch in green, white, and gold in the background.

    Marcos & Stefania

  • Three women standing outdoors, two in wedding dresses and one in a black dress, smiling for a photo on a cloudy day with trees and a fence in the background.

    Chloe & Yazmin

  • Three people dressed formally at a wedding reception, a man in a gray suit, a woman in a white wedding gown, and a woman in a red dress, standing indoors near a wall and mirror.

    Cody & Alejandra

  • Three people standing in front of a wooden backdrop adorned with pink, white, and gold balloons during a celebration.

    Manuel & Sandra

  • A wedding couple with a woman, standing outdoors in front of a white backdrop decorated with greenery and white flowers, with two beige chairs on each side, on grass.

    Cesar & Karen

  • Three people standing arm-in-arm in front of a wedding altar with purple flowers and white drapery. The man on the left is wearing a gray suit, white shirt, and black tie. The woman in the center is wearing a white wedding dress and holding a bouquet of white roses. The woman on the right is dressed in a black off-the-shoulder dress and silver high heels.

    James & Aurora

  • Three people in wedding attire standing on a garden path with greenery and flowers, posing for a photo during a wedding celebration.

    George & Gaby