The Rev. Jack Ford is an ordained and fellowshipped minister in the Unitarian Universalist Association. Born and raised in Jacksonville, he is a graduate of Stetson University in DeLand, Florida, and an alumnus of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. Jack also studied graduate social work at Florida State University.

After being introduced to our faith in 1987, the Rev. Ford served seven years as part-time minister in Valdosta, Georgia. He is currently a ‘circuit-riding’ minister in northeast Florida, serving three congregations in Jacksonville, Palatka, and St. Augustine. Jack has also operated his own custom woodworking business for 27 years.

Rev. Ford has been a regular volunteer for more than three years at the St. Augustine Wild Reserve, helping to care for endangered and exotic animals. He also remains passionate about environmental and social justice, enjoys reading and camping, and loves sailing and other water-related sports.

Regular Fees

• $350 includes wedding ceremony, personal meetings, and a rehearsal.
• $200 includes a shorter, more standardized wedding

Services Offered

What I offer is a personalized ceremony designed to fit the wishes, beliefs and spiritual practices of the wedding couple, including Readings, Music, Rituals, Prayers & Meditations, Vows and Ring exchanges, and a personal message to the betrothed which incorporates whatever personal relationship information they wish to share. The ceremonies generally run from 20-45 minutes depending upon size and included elements.