Universal Life Church Blog
When Life Imitates Art: Meet Minister John Krasinski
Jan 20, 2026
When it comes to weddings, couples can draw inspiration from anywhere. For many, certain religious and cultural traditions provide a roadmap. Some take their cues from literature and media.
Standing Up For Love: The Ministry of Dax Shepard
Jan 13, 2026
Dax Shepard has proven to be a multi-talented comedian and actor during his long Hollywood career but did you know his list of talents includes officiating weddings?
Meet Alicia Silverstone, the Not-so-Clueless Minister
Jan 08, 2026
Alicia Silverstone has been an actor and model for most of her life and played many different roles. But she may have played her most important role when she officiated the wedding of her friends.
Barbra Streisand: A Lifelong Ally and Philanthropist
Jan 06, 2026
Barbra Streisand has proven herself to be a powerhouse singer and performer. She is a perfect example of a star who has used her status to give back to others while consistently entertaining audiences all over the world.
Celebrity Minister Profile: Adele
Jan 01, 2026
In the world of celebrities, there are plenty of individuals who establish successful careers for themselves without having to use their full names. This is true for superstar singer Adele.
ULC Celebrity Minister Profile: Bobby Flay
Dec 30, 2025
Bobby Flay developed a passion for cooking as a child and he has worked tirelessy to turn that passion into an empire of restaurants, television shows, and publishing.
Jennifer Connelly Puts Her Family First
Dec 16, 2025
Jennifer Connelly has enjoyed a long successful career on the Hollywood A List, but what she enjoys most is the family life she has built with her husband Paul Bettany.
Rob Corddry Loves Being a Minister, and Not Just For the Parking.
Dec 09, 2025
Rob Corddry is one of the most recognizable comedic actors after his hilarious turns on The Daily Show and movies like Hot Tub Time Machine but he has also found joy, and an unexpected perk, from being a minister.
From the D-List to the M-List: Introducing Kathy Griffin
Jul 21, 2023
She's a legendary comedian and actress, and now... ordained minister. Kathy Griffin's latest venture is as a ULC ordained minister, and she even performed a wedding for two fans on her show, "My Life on the D-List'.
Helping Others Make Their Way to the Altar, It’s Sean Hayes
Jul 21, 2023
Will he grace you with his presence at your wedding? Will and Grace actor Sean Hayes is an ordained minister, and even performed a remote wedding for fans who had to postpone their wedding due to the pandemic!
How Lady Gaga Became a ULC Minister To Support Same-Sex Marriage
Jul 21, 2023
Lady Gaga is one of the most famous faces on the planet, and yet she still finds time to perform weddings! A huge advocate for same-sex marriage, she performed her yoga instructor's wedding in 2011!
A Queer Minister for the Straight Guy and Gal: Meet Carson Kressley
Jul 21, 2023
He's a pioneering voice in fashion, television, and the LGBTQ community, and now he's also an ordained minister! Host of the original run of "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy" Carson Kressley is ordained!