Christopher’s House of Hope, Inc.

Christopher's House of Hope, Inc. is a Chicago nonprofit led by Rev. Char, who officiates traditional, contemporary, micro-wedding and elopement ceremonies. The organization also offers one-stop wedding services for couples without a venue.

Why they suit LGBTQ+ couples

The organization is LGBTQ+-owned. One-stop services are valuable for couples who want a simple, contained plan. The listing describes a free one-hour consultation, a chapel space that can be transformed to your specifications and a barber or stylist, among other support.

What the one-stop approach offers

Hiring one organization for the venue and ceremony reduces the number of vendors you manage. That helps with small weddings and micro-weddings, where the day is short and the guest list is modest. Ask for the full list of what is included, since the listing mentions a photographer too.

Officiating style

Rev. Char is also described as a counselor and life coach. If you want premarital conversation as part of your preparation, ask whether that is offered. Make sure the ceremony wording reflects your beliefs and your relationship.

Questions to ask

• What the chapel holds and when it is available
• Which services are included in the one-stop package
• How fees are structured and what they cover
• Whether the space can be decorated
• How the marriage license is handled

Where they work

The organization is in Chicago. Ask about ceremonies at other venues.