About Us

Inclusive Life.  ”Serving All Without Exception.”
In 2009, Inclusive Life was founded as a nonprofit, Nebraska, Multifaith Organization, with the purpose was to offer care and services to individuals, couples and families who no longer have a “family” church or pastor and to offer care and services to those people who are not served by traditional churches.

Embarking on a groundbreaking approach that is not familiar to “Western Cultures”, Inclusive Life set out on a journey to build a community, a gathering of people who are from all walks of life, all traditions of faith, varied beliefs, and yes perhaps some that have not or will not proclaim a specific religion.  In the United States, it is reported by many sources (www.adherents.com) that the following are the largest religious preferences in the United States: Christianity, Nonreligious/secular, Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, Agnostic, Atheist, Hinduism, Unitarian Universalist, Wiccan.  And for Inclusive Life we believe that there is room for all children at the table, there can be gathering of people that may not share the same religious preference and that when broken down to it’s simplest form; all religions are about love (knowing it and sharing it.)

Inclusive Life offers a community that is non-judgmental, non-confrontational, non-hypocritical, and is real, liberating, uplifting, positive, insightful, open, welcoming, respectful of every human beings opinion and autonomy, personable, flexible, relaxing, fair, patient, kind, and caring.  We will be a beacon of help for the community; especially for those who no longer have a “family” church or pastor and for those who other churches will not serve.  Inclusive Life will offer care and services traditionally offered by clergy, to all without exception.

Inclusive Life shares a message that every human being is  beautiful, loved and worthy-just as they are.  We believe that by being an independent multifaith organization we are in the best position to serve many people that, today, are not being served by churches and who do not identify with how many modern day churches operate.

Inclusive Life is a community invites everyone to “come as they are.”  Our focus is untraditional; we focus on helping each person connect with the Sacred and with their purpose in life in a way that honors their beliefs and values.  The purpose of life can be defined as the progressive expansion of happiness, the ability to love and have compassion, the ability to be in touch with the creative source inside of you, the ability to fulfill worthy goals and following the evolutionary impulse of the universe.

OUR OFFICES:
We offer two locations to serve you.  Our main office is in Omaha located at 105 S. 49th Street in the Dundee neighborhood.  In Iowa, we are located in historic Council Bluffs in the Park Building located at 500 Willow Ave.  We are available day, evening and weekends.

CARE AND SERVICES:
We officiate weddings, vow renewals, holy unions, and elopements.  We offer (do not require) Premarital Coaching (non faith based)
We officiate funerals, memorial ceremonies, and life celebrations.  We also offer End of Life Planning
We offer Pastoral Care: Baptisms, Benedictions, Blessings, Hospital Visits, Dedications, Naming Ceremonies, Prayer Services,

MISSION STATEMENT:
We are a nonprofit, independent, multifaith based organization offering compassionate; open-affirming-inclusive; care-services-ceremonies-community, to all, without exception.

VISION STATEMENT:
To have created an inclusive community through our care-services, to the areas we serve.

GUIDING PRINCIPALS:
We serve all, without exception.
Each human being is beautiful, loved and worthy.
Offer a hand up to the impoverished.
Stand up for the oppressed.
Cherish our elders.
Encourage and support each other in the journey of life and pursuit of enlightenment.
Encourage peace and freedom in our own life journey.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
In addition to local, state and federal laws Inclusive Life serves all, regardless of:  Age, AIDS/HIV Status, Citizenship Status, Color, Disability, Gender Identity, Genetic information, Marital Status, National Origin, Race, Religion, Sexual Orientation, Sex

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Wedding Vendors

These are vendors whom we have worked with.  We believe that these represent business, organizations and people who are outstanding in their industry/trade AND provide great customer service.  Please let us know if that is not your experience.  They are listed alphabetically for each category, no order of preference.  Please share with them Inclusive Life/Chaplain Royal referred you.  Thank you!

baker
Dolce Cakes – www.dolcecakesomaha.com 402-212-1027

The Cake Specialist – www.thecakespecialist.com 402-733-2253

Whisked Away Cake Boutique – www.whiskedawaycakeboutique.com 402-677-6070

 

beauty
Beauty First – www.beautyfirst.com 402-397-6310

 

catering
Access 66 Catering – www.access66catering.com 402-390-3331

Dixie Quicks – www.dixiequicks.com 712-256-4140

Upstream Brewing Company – www.upstreambrewing.com 402-344-0200

 

dj and mc
Complete Music – http://cmomaha.com 402-339-3535

 

filmmakers

Captain Video – 402-331-2222

Complete Music – http://cmomaha.com 402-339-3535

 

flowers
All Seasons Floral – www.allseasonsfloral.org 402-991-9300

Bloom Works – www.ebloomworks.com 712-256-3156

 

formal wear – dresses
Gentleman’s Choice – www.omahatuxedos.com 402-330-6158

Sublime Couture – www.sublimecouture.com 402-330-5500

 

hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites - www.omahadowntownsuites.hamptoninn.com 402-345-5500

Magnolia Hotel Omaha – www.magnoliahotelomaha.com 402-341-2500

 

insurance
Heather Holland - www.heatherhollandinsurance.com 402-679-3676 (ins)

 

invitations
123 Print – www.123print.com/Wedding-Invitations 800-877-5147

Cornhusker Beverage and Bridal - http://www.cornhuskerbeverage.com/ - 402-331-5404

 

live music and vocalists 
Some Assembly Required (Band) – 402-418-1574

Stephen Monroe – www.stephenmonroe.com 402-699-5905

Kim Meyer – Harpist – www.kimmeyerharpist.com 402-515-4791

Troy Fienhold-Haais – Pianist – troy@fienhold-haais.com 402-415-8769

Todd von Kampen – Pianist – toddvk@cox.net 402-932-1454

Drew Neneman – Vocalist and keyboardist drewneneman@hotmail.com

 

officiants and ministers
Bethel Nathan – www.ceremoniesbybethel.com 619-302-3035 (San Diego CA)

Chaplain Beth Loofe – www.inclusivelife.org 402-575-7006 (Lincoln, NE)

Chaplain Royal Bush – www.inclusivelife.org 402-575-7006

Fun Wed – www.funwed.com 562-435-4000 (Southern CA)

Jester of the Peace - http://artfullove.blogspot.com 646-648-0128 (New York & Travel)

Rev. Annie Lawrence - http://www.revannielawrence.com 917-620-6307 (New York)

Rev. Carolyn Leal - http://www.ceremoniesbycarolyn.com 562-760-0656 (LA Area CA)

Reverend Will - http://www.revwill.com 646-753-2959 (New York)

 

photographer
First Impressions Photography – www.1stimpressionsphoto.com 402-215-7997

Omaha Photo Booth – www.theomahaphotoboothcompany.com 402-215-1101

Photography by Lane – www.lanephotographics.com 402-677-3096

Ryann Trupp Photography – www.ryantrupp-photography.com 646-667-4896 (NY)

 

premarital coaching & couples coaching
Inclusive Life – www.inclusivelife.org 402-575-7006 (Offices in both Omaha and Council Bluffs)

 

venue

OMAHA (Metro Area)
A View in Fontenelle Hills - www.aviewfh.com - 402-291-2582

City of Omaha Parks Dept - http://www.cityofomaha.org/parks/rentals/weddings -
402-444-5920

DC Centre – www.dcentre.com - 402-393-7431

DoubleTree Downtown - http://doubletree.hilton.com/en/dt/hotels/wedding/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=OMAH-DT
402 636-4917

Durham Museum - http://www.durhammuseum.org/entertain/facility-rentals/default.aspx - 402-444-5071

Embassy Suites - http://embassysuites1.hilton.com/en_US/es/hotel/OMADTES-Embassy-Suites-Omaha-Downtown-Old-Market-Nebraska/index.do -
402-346-9000

Field Club of Omaha - http://www.fcomaha.com/Host-an-Event/Weddings-1845.html
402-345-6343

Happy Hollow Club - http://www.happyhollowclub.com/club/scripts/library/view_document.asp?GRP=20337&NS=DP&APP=80&DN=WEDDINGS – 402-391-2341

Joslyn Castle – www.joslyncastle.com - 402-595-2199

Karen’s Fireside - http://home.earthlink.net/~karensfireside/index.html - 402-592-4413

Lauritzen Gardens - https://www.omahabotanicalgardens.org/Rent/ - 402-346-4002

Magnolia Hotel Omaha – www.magnoliahotelomaha.com - 402-341-2500

Millard Plaza Ballroom – www.millardplazaballroom.com - 402-891-0779

Players Club - http://www.playersclubomaha.com/layout9.asp?id=108&page=1323 – 402-963-9950

Regency Lake & Tennis Club - http://www.regencylakeandtennis.com/Event_Space.html  -
402-391-8686

Regency Lodge - http://www.regencylodge.com/omaha-weddings-events/index.cfm - 402-397-8000

Renaissance Mansion - http://www.renaissancemansion.com/weddings.html - 402-346-2990

Scoular Building Ballroom - http://scoularballroom.com/home/ - 402-449-1424

Slattery Vintage Estates - http://www.svevineyards.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=19&Itemid=32 – 402-267-5267

Soaring Wings Vineyard - http://www.soaringwingswine.com/facility_rental/ -
402-253-2479

The Club at Indian Creek - http://www.theclubatindiancreek.com/weddings/ -
402-289-0900

The Thompson Center at UNO - http://unoalumni.org/thethompsoncenter/weddings -
402-554-3368

LINCOLN:
City of Lincoln Parks Dept -lincoln.ne.gov/city/parks/parksfacilities/parks/index.htm –
402-441-7847

Country Pines - http://www.countrypineslincoln.com/index2.php#/home/ - 402-470-3665

The Lodge at Wilderness Ridge - http://www.wildernessridgegolf.com/weddings -
402-434-5121

IOWA:
Bayliss Park Hall - http://www.baylissparkhall.com/ - 712-325-8388

Castle Unicorn – www.castleunicorn.com - 712-527-5930

Historic General Dodge House - http://www.dodgehouse.org – 712-322-2406

Inclusive Life - www.inclusivelife.org - 402-575-7006 (For Elopements with ten or less guests) Downtown Council Bluffs

Willow Creek Glass Chapel – www.willowcreekglasschapel.com - 712-483-2435

 

wedding planner / coordinator
Posh Event Productions – www.posheventproductions.com 402-312-4387

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