Shundo David Haye, Zen Priest

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About Shundo David Haye, Zen Priest

Shundo David Haye, Zen Priest

I have been a Zen Priest since 2009, and have been officiating weddings since 2011. To everything I do I bring fifteen years of residential zen training at San Francisco Zen Center, including five years of intense monastic training at Tassajara, and many silent retreats. As a wedding officiant I am proud to have performed many same-sex marriages, and many of the couples I have married have been multi-cultural. I am often asked to wear my Buddhist robes for the ceremony, but that is entirely up to the couple. Ceremonies have ranged in size from the couple, me and the photographer, to much more formal settings for up to two hundred people.

If you hire me, you will receive the benefits of my long years of meditation practice. My line is always that it is your day, and you are the people that need to be happy with how it unfolds. My meditation practice helps me remain grounded and present in these big moments, and that can help the couple to stay calmer as well. This is not my full-time job; I currently officiate about a dozen weddings a year. Your big day will be meaningful to me as well as you. I also have an English accent which some people find charming and authoritative.

In three words: Calm, Confident, Supportive

Services

Ceremony types

  • Civil Union
  • Commitment Ceremony
  • Elopement
  • Interfaith Ceremony
  • Legal License Signing
  • Multicultural Weddings
  • Non-religious Ceremony
  • Other
  • Religious
  • Vow Renewal Ceremony

Religious affiliations

  • Buddhist
  • Interfaith
  • Other
  • Spiritual

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  • Shundo - Our Perfect Wedding Officiant

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    •Erwin T.•Dec 10

    We were beyond thrilled with the incredible service provided by Shundo as our wedding officiant. From the moment we met, Shundo exuded warmth, professionalism, and an unwavering dedication to making our ceremony truly unforgettable. His ability to personalize every aspect of our ceremony was astounding. Shundo took the time to understand our story, our values, and what truly mattered to us as a couple. The result was a ceremony that felt uniquely tailored, deeply meaningful, and resonated with both us and our guests. Shundo's eloquence and presence during the ceremony were unparalleled. His words were beautifully crafted and delivered, weaving together humor, emotion, and heartfelt sentiments, which left everyone in attendance moved and touched. What stood out most was Shundo's calming presence. Amidst the whirlwind of emotions on our big day, their reassurance and guidance helped us stay grounded, allowing us to savor every moment of the ceremony. We cannot thank Shundo enough for playing such a pivotal role in our special day. His expertise, kindness, and genuine passion for what they do truly made our wedding ceremony an unforgettable experience. If you're looking for an officiant who goes above and beyond to create a ceremony that reflects your love story in the most magical way possible, Shundo is the absolute perfect choice. Thank you, Shundo, for making our wedding day an absolute dream come true!

  • Best Wedding Officiant!

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    •Rachel N.•Dec 10

    We are beyond thrilled with the wonderful experience we had with Shundo as our wedding officiant. Shundo radiated warmth, professionalism, and genuine care for our wedding. His attention to detail ensured that our ceremony was a true reflection of us as a couple. He took the time to get to know our love story, our values, and what was important to us to be said at the wedding. This personalized touch made our ceremony not only beautiful but also deeply meaningful. Throughout the planning process, Shundo was incredibly supportive. He offered guidance and suggestions, but always made sure that our vision and preferences took center stage. During the ceremony, Shundo's words were eloquent and heartfelt. Ourselves and our guests loved and were moved by the ceremony, and expressed how well done it was. We were incredibly grateful to have had Shundo as a part of our wedding, and we wholeheartedly recommend his services to anyone looking for an officiant who will make their day as magical as ours was!

  • Helpful and Happy Officiant :)

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    •Allison W.•Dec 5

    As fellow meditators, it was a joy to have Shundo officiate our wedding. Shundo's communication style was clear, helpful, and timely throughout the process. He gladly scheduled Zoom calls to learn more about us and to guide us through the vows process (one that we were unknowledgeable about XD). He was also very flexible when we wanted to change how the ceremony was structured. Shundo's work was sincere, compassionate, happy, and joyful. We're grateful that Shundo traveled all the way from San Francisco to Saratoga for our wedding and also mailed in our marriage certificate. Shundo's warm smile and presence truly made our special day even more memorable. Thank you c: - Allie & Eric

  • Seamless and stress free officiant

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    •Ryan and K.•Dec 5

    We couldn't have asked for a better officiant for our wedding day! From the very first meeting, Shundo made us feel at ease. The ceremony was beautifully delivered. He showed up early and made sure everything was in order. If you're looking for someone that will treat your wedding with the love and thoughtfulness it deserves, look no further.

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