FAQs
Do you officiate interfaith weddings?
Yes! I can even work with other clergy members to plan a co-officiated ceremony.
My fiancé/baby/kid/ isn’t “technically” Jewish. Can you still officiate the ceremony?
Yes. The definition of Jewish peoplehood is ever-changing, and thus fluid and subjective. In short - yes, I can officiate. I can’t make someone “technically” Jewish at the ceremony, but I can certainly help someone who identifies as a Jew celebrate something in their Jewish life Jewishly.
Do you offer premarital counseling?
No. I don’t have the educational or experiential background to provide good counseling.
Plus…I’m no gatekeeper. I’m here to support you, not judge whether you’re fit for marriage. That’s between you and the person you’re marrying.
Do you officiate non-Jewish weddings?
Yes, as long as they are secular! I cannot officiate a religious ceremony of a non-Jewish religion, for obvious reasons.
Are you open to traveling for an event?
Yes. I do charge a fee for travel over 50 miles outside the greater Columbus, Ohio area. If I need to fly somewhere or stay overnight, you will need to cover the flight and/or hotel.
Can I negotiate a lower price on your services?
No. My fees are well within the typical range for ordained clergy in this region. Several years of graduate education and twice as many years of experience officiating, teaching, and tutoring make up the skill and expertise that will make your event so memorable.
Do you officiate Jewish weddings /interfaith weddings on Saturdays?
Yes! I officiate both interfaith weddings and Jewish weddings on Saturdays. (Yes, even on Saturdays before sundown.)
Do you officiate courthouse weddings or elopements?
Yes! The more notice you can give me, the better, but I’ve been known to officiate tiny weddings in my neighbors’ living rooms with a few hours’ notice. I’ll tell you the story if you want.
Are you LGBTQIA+ friendly?
Yes! I’m thrilled to officiate at same-sex weddings and any other ceremonies for members of the community.
Are there any days of the week you are not available?
Yes. I am never available on Friday evenings - that is when the Jewish Sabbath begins, and it is sacred, locked-down family time in our house. I am also unavailable on the Jewish holidays of Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur, as well as the first and second nights of Passover. Those move around on the American calendar from year to year though, so you should still ask if you’re unsure.