Sample Testimonials from Couples, Parents and Co-Officiants
Couples
Reagan and Michael, New York, New York
When we got engaged, one of the first things we had to figure out was how we could have a ceremony that included both of our faiths and traditions. When we met you, we knew that everything we wanted could come true... and it did!!! You took the time to get to know us over the few months leading up to the ceremony and that made all the difference on our big day!
We really want to thank you for EVERYTHING you and Rev. Kannwischer did to make our big day so special! The ceremony was everything we imagined and more - it was absolutely perfect!! We have already gotten so much feedback from our family and friends, saying it was the best ceremony they had ever seen - it was so personal and had all of the elements that we wanted. No one believed that this was the first time you had ever worked with Rev. Kannwischer – you both played off each other so well – it was fantastic!
You did everything we wanted, gave us advice and added a touch of your own that was so special. Thank you again for your time, attention and care in preparing our ceremony - it was perfect!
Jennifer and David, Houston, Texas
We searched high and low for a Rabbi to conduct our interfaith wedding and, lucky for us, we found you! You were there to assist us every step of the way. You really took a special interest in our wedding, and made us feel as if we were the only couple on your schedule. We appreciated your experience, professionalism and punctuality. You even went to the trouble of documenting all of our meetings and producing a line-by-line script of the entire ceremony. Needless to say, this largely contributed to the fluidity of our ceremony.
During our reception, we had countless guests complimenting us on the beauty of the ceremony. Several even declared that it was the most beautiful ceremony that they had ever witnessed! It’s not too often that you see a Jewish/Catholic wedding with readings in English, Spanish and Hebrew. You even took the extra effort to translate some texts into Spanish and then read them during the ceremony. Rabbi David, thank you for officiating at our ceremony! It would not have been the same without you!
Sarah and Jason, Dallas, Texas
We really enjoyed working with you! During the three months leading up to the wedding, we felt you really took the time to get to know us by arranging several face to face meetings. With your periodic emails we stayed closely in touch, and you kept us on track. You worked closely with us to craft a beautiful wedding ceremony that incorporated the Jewish and Catholic traditions that were important to us. We got so many compliments on the ceremony and were so at ease as everything flowed so well on our wedding day.
Erin and Andrew, Richardson, Texas
My family brought Rabbi Gerald Klein, the famed rabbi of Temple Emanuel, to Dallas. He was a man of the people, and such an honorable man. Over the past few years we had not had the pleasure of meeting another rabbi like him till we met you. At a time that I was made by my own synagogue to feel very uncomfortable, you put us so much at ease; it was like we had known you forever. Our big day was wonderful and you did us a wonderful service… Again, thank you so much for making our big day so wonderful! We look forward to a continued friendship.
Jenny and Sidney, Albuquerque, New Mexico
You made our day magical! You took the time to make sure everything was perfect, checking in with us and having lengthy discussions several times. We had a multicultural wedding, and everyone left feeling educated and touched by our Jewish traditions. You have a beautiful voice, and your singing during the ceremony took our breath away. If any couple wants their big day to be perfect, I would recommend… you! I know you will do everything you can to make their wedding beautiful and uniquely tailored just for them.
Nikki and David, Irving/Garland, Texas
We loved the ceremony! You worked closely with us to make it unique. You helped us understand the deeper meanings of the ceremonial rituals, and made sure that all our wishes were taken into account when planning the ceremony. You ably intertwined the important aspects of both our religious traditions to make it our ceremony, and created such a memorable occasion for all.
Michelle and Andrew, Dallas, Texas
Michelle and I were honored to have you as part of our wedding celebration. So many guests remarked about how good you were! Indeed, you went above and beyond to make our day special. You are so detailed in your preparation, and I know you will ensure a smooth ceremony for any future couple who chooses you as their officiant. We highly recommend you. Thanks!
Carolyn and Ryan, Los Angeles, California
We are so grateful for the amazing service you helped us put together! The fact that you feel the same way that we do, with regards to bringing people and families from different backgrounds and beliefs together, was one of many reasons that we had an amazing wedding. From the first day we met, you helped us progress in our interfaith relationship and establish a foundation for an everlasting marriage.
The ceremony was so beautifully and seamlessly designed and performed, and everyone complemented on how great it was. Your beautiful explanations of the various wedding rituals really helped friends and family from both sides follow the ceremony, and make it meaningful for all those who were present. Thank you very much!
Ellamay and Mike, Dallas, Texas
I am not sure Ellamay and I can describe how truly grateful we are. Our search for a rabbi for our wedding was proving difficult. Ellamay is from a Chinese/Korean Christian/Buddhist background, and I am Jewish. It was important to both of us to incorporate our diverse cultures into our wedding without restrictions. When we met you, we immediately knew you were the right officiant for us. You said we could tailor the ceremony in whatever way we wanted, and "all that matters is that you love each other." You helped us create a fantastic ceremony, tailoring it to our spiritual beliefs. You were an absolute pleasure to work with, and we would recommend you to any couple, whether their wedding is an interfaith/intercultural wedding or not. Thank you so much!
Adrienne and Jason, Austin, Texas
David, thank you so much for so wonderfully co-officiating our wedding! We were so pleased to have a balanced ceremony that complemented both of our faiths and backgrounds. We greatly appreciated your thoughtful and thorough approach to the planning of our wedding ceremony, which enabled us to have a very meaningful and personal experience.
Colleen and Brett, New Orleans, Louisiana
The first indications that we weren't the only ones impressed by your handling of our wedding were the watery-eyed women in the receiving line, gushing about how beautiful the ceremony was. Some had never seen a Jewish or interfaith ceremony before. Several said they shed tears during a point at which we were wrapped together in your tallit while you chanted melodically in Hebrew. That was, of course, an intimate and special part of the ceremony for us, as well as something that obviously resonated with many guests.
Your presentation of Jewish traditions had a lot to do with the poignancy of the ceremony. Your command of all the ancient rituals was of the impeccable nature one would expect from someone of your training and background. In the months leading up to our wedding, you showed patience and flexibility in tailoring the Jewish parts of the ceremony to our tastes. You then conducted the portions of the ceremony that we requested be in Hebrew -- all the Jewish elements, for that matter -- with dignity and authenticity. One of the men among our guests said the Hebrew portions of the ceremony flooded him with memories of past travels through the Middle East.
Equally important was your air of kindness, open-mindedness, sincerity and respect. We figured some of our older guests might struggle somewhat with their loved ones marrying out of faith. That would only be natural. Through your words and manner, you seemed to dissolve all such tension and you shifted the focus entirely to the joy that, in an ideal world, would define all weddings.
Valerie and Adam, Austin, Texas (Quito, Ecuador)
You guided us through important decisions about our ceremony, and you were an invaluable resource for helping us involve our families and plan a beautiful wedding. You were a pleasure to work with, always sensitive and accommodating to our preferences and scheduling needs. We felt prepared and excited about our wedding, and the result was a beautifully co-officiated ceremony that was memorable and meaningful for all our family members and guests. We can't imagine doing it any other way, and feel extremely fortunate to have had you play such an important role in our wedding.
Nicole and Jozi, Atlanta, Georgia
We had been unsuccessful in our search for a rabbi to co-officiate our wedding, and with only one month left until the big day, we had almost given up hope of having the interfaith ceremony that we both desired so much. Fortunately, we discovered your website, and within minutes of speaking to you over the phone, you immediately allayed all our fears.
We sincerely appreciate all the time and effort you dedicated to getting to know us, sharing information with us and with our co-officiating deacon, and most importantly making sure that our expectations and those of our families were met. Your approachability and accessibility made the planning of our wedding completely stress free. The ceremony was everything we could have hoped for and more. It was especially moving to us when you recognized our interfaith and intercultural marriage as an example of how to live harmoniously in a world of differences. Weeks later, our families and friends continue to compliment the unique ceremony that you graciously provided. Thank you so much!
Lyn and Charles, Dallas, Texas
Thanks so much for making our wedding ceremony better than we could have imagined. We became very discouraged when trying to find someone to conduct our ceremony until we found you. From our first meeting we felt so comfortable with you. The process of planning the ceremony was fun, and all of your suggestions led us to the ceremony which really reflected our values, spirituality and commitment to each other.
Having a rabbi officiate the wedding meant so much to my in laws. At the same time you made me and my family feel so at home by incorporating the Christian elements we were looking for in our ceremony.
Our ceremony was absolutely perfect and we could not have done it without you. Both Charlie and I would love to serve as references for anyone considering using your services. Our hope is that all couples looking to join in marriage from differing faiths are able to have as wonderful a ceremony as we had.
My favorite line from our ceremony is: "In an interfaith wedding, such as this one, the shattering of the glass also marks the breaking down of barriers between people of different cultures and faiths. Lyn and Charles, may we all learn from your example, and may the day arrive where all people live together in love and happiness like you do." We really cannot thank you enough!!! You were a Godsend.
Tiffany and Todd, New York, New York
Tiffany and I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know you. We were so impressed by your attention to detail. You never passed judgment on us, all the while giving us great suggestions and advice. You did a terrific job, and we are huge fans! Tiffany and I look forward to staying in touch.
Martha and Steve, Highland Park (Dallas), Texas
How did we get so lucky? We could not have asked for a more perfect wedding ceremony, and you were the driving factor behind this, with Rev. Smith. The both of you, at your direction, were there to guide and support us through our engagement from the very first time we met. We knew how lucky we were from that very first meeting, when you spent over two hours with us, just getting to know each other.
You did everything in your power to help us plan the wedding ceremony that exemplified our feelings, religious backgrounds and love for each other. So many of our guests commented on how they had never been to a ceremony where the love and expression of feelings were so apparent. We feel so blessed to have met you and will always have the most perfect memories of you and the role you played in our ceremony. We would recommend you to any couple. Thank you so much. You are an amazing individual, and Steve and I both mean that from the bottom of our hearts!
Crystal and Dave, Austin, Texas
When we first found you, we were ecstatic. Here was a real rabbi that would co-officiate an interfaith ceremony on Shabbat, and do so gladly! Through our phone conferences and personal meetings, our affection for you only grew. You did an excellent job editing and redacting our ceremony until it was perfect and exactly to our liking. On the day of the wedding you arrived early, helped us with the signing of the Ketubah, and did an awesome job co-officiating our ceremony. We would definitely recommend you to anyone. Thank you very much for a job well done!
Elizabeth and Andy, Carrollton, Texas
We really appreciate you helping us create a wedding that truly reflected us and our style! You were able to do that, while preserving the Jewish traditions and fitting reverence that a genuine wedding ceremony demands. Thank you so much!
Kristina and Josh, Boston, Massachusetts
Kristina and I wanted to thank you again for co-officiating our wedding in May. We are still receiving compliments from people about how fantastic our ceremony was, specifically how well the two faiths were represented. It was fantastic working with you throughout the entire planning process. Your patience, insight and guidance were such a tremendous help and we are still so excited about the ceremony we had. We particularly appreciated how you took the time to get to know Kristina and me, and worked with us to create a ceremony that would truly reflect who we are, our faiths and our family traditions.
We look forward to keeping in touch with you and I hope all is well with you and your family. Please let us know when you are in the Boston area, as it would be great to see you again. Additionally, if you would like to use us a reference, please feel free. We cannot tell you enough how great the entire experience was!
Taylor and Jordan, Houston, Texas
We wanted to extend our gratitude to you for everything you did to make our wedding an unforgettable occasion. Your flexibility and your devotion to our wishes made working with you a joy. We appreciate the guidance you offered us throughout the process of crafting our ceremony, and we truly felt that the ceremony we crafted together was “ours.”
Our guests had nothing but praise for the manner in which we were able to seamlessly incorporate both our faiths into a memorable ceremony. Given that several of our guests were unfamiliar with Jewish custom and ritual, your presentation style incorporating explanation of the rituals and traditions into the fabric of the ceremony made everyone feel at home, and your good-natured humor provided a perfect balance. Thank you again for all of your help in ensuring that our wedding was one that we will recall with fondness for the rest of our lives!
Claire and Jonathan, Michigan City, Indiana
You were a pleasure to work with from the very beginning. You helped us put together a beautiful ceremony on short notice, and everyone is still talking about it! Thanks again for being there for us, and for being patient with us as we got caught up in the whirlwind of pre-wedding details. We can’t thank you enough!
Amy and Stephen, Allen, Texas
Thank you so much for officiating our wedding! You were able to help us create a celebration that was personal, intimate and joyful. We simply cannot thank you enough for all of your kind words, hard work and support!
Elizabeth and Ben, Houston, Texas
Coming from different faiths, we wanted to design our own ceremony, incorporating elements of our two traditions. You helped us craft the ceremony we had imagined. You guided us in choosing elements we had not thought of, and gave us further insight into the various prayers and traditions, making the ceremony that much more meaningful.
You made a genuine effort to get to know us, and to understand what was most important to us, as a couple in general, and specifically with regards to our ceremony. This gave us a personal connection that was evident to everyone at the wedding. Indeed, the time and effort you put in to get to know us, and to help design our ceremony, made our wedding incredibly special, personal, meaningful, and amazing.
We can't tell you how many people have told us that it was the best and most unique ceremony they had ever seen, and how great you were in guiding everyone through it. Every bride and groom should be as lucky as we were in having someone as wonderful as you officiate their wedding! Thank you very much!
Danielly and Roger, Isle of Palms (Charleston), South Carolina
Thank you so much for our beautiful wedding ceremony! We really appreciate your taking the time to get to know us, and thus making the ceremony so personal. Also, thank you for coaching us while we figured things out, as well as for your diligent attention to details. Everyone loved the ceremony, and most are saying it is the best one they have ever been to!
I also want to personally thank you for the effect you had on my father. I don’t think you realize how inspirational you were in getting him to take a very hard look at his own beliefs. For starters, we were not allowed to dance growing up, and our “father-daughter” dance was the first time my father danced in his life! Thank you again. We will definitely stay in touch.
Mollie and Michael, Los Angeles, California
You were a pleasure to work with and superb on the day of the event. Guests are still raving about how great our officiants were! Your were an excellent guide as we together built our ceremony in the months preceding the wedding, very professional throughout the process, and fantastic during the service!
Yisel and Max, Corpus Christi, Texas/Tucson, Arizona
We really want to thank you for everything you did for our wedding! Working with you was an absolute pleasure, and not only did you make us feel very comfortable, all of our guests felt the same. You were so open and understanding, very professional, and extremely approachable.
We can't even count how many people told us it was the most beautiful ceremony they had ever seen. Everyone was simply blown away, and we are still getting compliments about how much people enjoyed the ceremony. It meant so much to us to have both of our heritages and religions represented in the service, and you went above and beyond to make sure this was done. You even learned some Spanish for the ceremony!
You were everything we could have asked for and more. For anyone looking for a rabbi to officiate an interfaith wedding, we would say, look no further. We guarantee they will be as impressed as we were with the work you do. Thanks again!
Sara and Brian, Santa Monica, California
We genuinely cannot thank you enough! When we first found you, we wondered if the distance between California and Texas would be an issue. It never was! You truly made an incredible effort to get to know us, and the distance was never a factor. You were able to craft a personal and meaningful ceremony regarding which we have received non-stop compliments. We cannot imagine our wedding any other way. Thanks again!
Jenny and Jon, Cleveland Heights, Ohio
It was an absolute pleasure having you officiate our wedding. After running into problems with finding a rabbi who would officiate our ceremony, we came across you. Within just a few minutes of talking on the phone, we were sure that you were a perfect fit for us. You encouraged us to make our wedding special and unique. You have a magnetic personality, are very approachable, and our phone conferences were always fun and relaxed. We were also amazed at how well you got to know us in such a short time.
We were a bit nervous about how well both sides of our family (the Jewish side and the rural Southern Louisiana side) would receive our wedding ceremony, but everyone in attendance commented on how wonderful you were, and how validated they felt by the ceremony. Our wedding day would not have been the same without your help. Thank you for your openness, adaptability, and kindness. Without hesitation, we would recommend you to any couple. Please do keep in touch!
Stephanie and Michael, Dallas, Texas
We thoroughly enjoyed working with you, and our wedding truly would not have been as special with any other officiant. We really appreciated all of the time you spent with us before the wedding getting to know each other, and the very personal feel our ceremony had as a result. We found being wrapped in your tallit for the Priestly Blessing especially touching and meaningful, and we would certainly encourage future couples to incorporate that into their ceremony. We also appreciated your improvisation and humor, especially with the noisy folks in the pickup truck who felt they needed to be a part of the ceremony! Every other detail was perfect as well, and we cannot tell you how much we appreciate it. With no hesitation whatsoever, we would certainly recommend you to anyone. Thanks again!
Brecklyn and Matt, Houston, Texas
We would like to express our sincere thanks to you for everything that you did to make our wedding so amazing! Although we had previously been a part of one of your ceremonies with the wedding of our brother and sister in-law, we could have never imagined that the experience that we had with you would be as amazing as the one that we shared both on our wedding day and during the many months leading up to it, as we worked together on our ceremony.
You made the ceremony our own, and at the same time made sure that our guests (the majority of whom were not Jewish) felt comfortable and understood the meaning behind and reasoning for all aspects of the ceremony, both Jewish and Catholic. Your knowledge of us as a couple, as well as your sense of humor, really made our guests feel they were part of the experience. They continue to tell us that our wedding was one of the best that they have ever been to, and you played a huge role in that.
Our only regret is that now the experience is over. Hopefully, we will continue to stay in touch and you can help us share in many of life’s experiences as we build our interfaith lives together and eventually start a family. We wholeheartedly, recommend you and your services to anyone getting married, Jewish or not, that would like a truly special experience.
Sara and Mark, Alexandria, Virginia
Thank you so much for such a beautiful wedding! We received so many complements on the ceremony. You were a pleasure to work with, and we so appreciate your helping us make it such a memorable and magical day for us and our families.
Nse and Hadar, Houston, Texas/Jerusalem, Israel
My wife, Nse, and I decided to get married in the summer of 2009. We are of different religions (I am Jewish and she is a Christian), different colors (I am white and she is black), and different cultures (I am an Israeli and she is a Nigerian). We both wanted a wedding that would reflect our respective traditions and values and that would incorporate both our religions and cultures. Finding a person to officiate such a wedding turned out to be quite difficult, but we were adamant, and did not want to give up, and just settle for a civil ceremony.
Luckily, we found you through our internet research, and chose to work with you. This was by far the best and most important decision we made regarding our wedding. You delivered in every sense of the word. You spent a considerable amount of time getting to know us, and planning the ceremony down to the last details. You made numerous suggestions, and referred us to a variety of sites to help us organize and plan our wedding. You are compassionate and very knowledgeable and have a remarkable sensitivity. By the end of the process we felt we had acquired a good friend.
The ceremony itself proceeded without a hitch, and was absolutely fabulous. It was everything one would wish for in a wedding – moving, beautiful, meaningful, devotional, humorous, (and at the same time) serious and very very happy. Your officiating was perfect!
I believe that anyone of any (or no) religion, color or creed would benefit from being wed by such a wonderful man like you. For us it has been and will remain an unforgettable experience.
Lindsey and Kevin, Dallas, Texas
We would like to say one thing first and foremost - wow, you did an incredible job on Saturday! We just can't express what a joy it was for both of us to work with you. We are so appreciative of your services, your preparation, and all of your kind words. Our families really enjoyed speaking with you, and from talking with all of our guests, you certainly did impress. We are both sincere when we say we really would like to keep in touch. Thanks, again!
Teresa and Ben, Houston, Texas
Thank you so much for a meaningful and beautiful ceremony. We were both very happy with how everything turned out. Our parents, as well as everyone we have spoken to concerning the ceremony loved it. Thank you so much!
Nikki and Jacob, Glendale, Arizona
Thank you so much for all your help during the preparation for our wedding. You have been a joy to work with, and we see you as a true friend, and not just our rabbi. Take care!
Kisha and Jason, Houston, Texas
Words really can’t express how much we appreciate everything you did to make our wedding so special. Every couple wants a ceremony that is both warm and a reflection of their personalities. You played a huge role in helping us to achieve that by taking the time to really get to know us and composing a beautiful outline based on that. Our conversations with you were always so pleasant and lighthearted and yet encouraged us to search our own thoughts and beliefs on spirituality and how that influences our relationship. There are so many stressful things that go along with planning a wedding, but one thing that never concerned us was your ability to conduct a wonderful ceremony. Our families and guests were extremely impressed with your explanations and the way you combined Jewish and Christian traditions with such finesse and respect. We would highly recommend you to anyone. Hopefully, our paths will cross again soon and again, thank you for giving us a ceremony we will always remember.
Sara and Justin, Carrollton, Texas
Having a modern wedding that represented us a couple, yet still embodied the traditions of our families, seemed daunting at first. Of course, that was before we met you! You walked us through every step of planning the perfect ceremony. You are extremely knowledgeable regarding every nuance involved in a wedding, and you helped us gain a better understanding of all the various wedding traditions. The fact that you were so receptive, and didn’t impose your own opinions on us, made us feel that much more comfortable. Our several meetings with you in the year leading up to our big day were extremely efficient, as you took the time to learn about us, our backgrounds, and our desires.
With the abundance of nerves on one’s wedding day, our officiant was one of the constant calms. You conducted a memorable and beautiful ceremony customized and tailored for us as bride and groom. It was also a ceremony that, in our opinion, no one else could have performed. Every compliment we now receive regarding our wedding includes the Rabbi. Thanks again for helping us make our special day spectacular!
Adrienne and Mike, San Francisco, California
We are both very pleased with how our ceremony went. We were originally considering having a rabbi and a priest co-officiate. Your personality, knowledge, and flexibility made us feel so comfortable, that we decided to have you officiate exclusively. You took the time to get to know us through several phone meetings, and it definitely showed. We received numerous comments from our guests about how warm and personal our ceremony was. Thank you for everything!
Jennifer and Brian, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma/Little Elm, Texas
If you anyone is having an interfaith ceremony, you are the best choice! It was a joy to work with you. We appreciated how you really took the time to get to know each of us individually and together as a couple. You worked closely with us to make sure that our ceremony was exactly what we wanted. It was so nice to have such a personalized ceremony with such warmth, love and even humor. Both sides of our family and all of our friends just loved you and appreciated everything you said!
Shreeti and Jon, Grapevine, Texas
We were so lucky to have met you. We were excited to work with you from the moment we met you. You showed excitement and interest in our wedding. We loved our ceremony. It was so unique and special to us. You got to know us well in such a short period of time, and that really showed during the ceremony. You knew exactly what we wanted. We've had so many compliments on the beautiful ceremony! We thank you so much!!!
Lauren and Ryan, Austin, Texas
From our initial meeting to the wedding ceremony, it was always a pleasure working with you. You were very understanding of our backgrounds and interests and made every effort to get to know us better as a couple. Your laid back and humorous personality matched perfectly with ours, which made working with you a pleasure as we prepared for our interfaith (Cancun, Mexico) beach ceremony. You helped us create our own personalized ceremony by incorporating aspects from each of our backgrounds, and the end result was magical. We would recommend you to anyone looking for an officiant for their special day.
Simone and Bruce, New Orleans, Louisiana
Thank you so much for being a part of our wedding. The ceremony intertwined both my Catholic faith and my wife's Jewish tradition and was absolutely perfect. The guests could not stop talking about what a beautiful ceremony you and Monsignor Greig created. We enjoyed getting to know you through our phone conversations, and we will happily recommend you to anyone who is looking for a beautiful interfaith ceremony!
Yvonne and Reed, Upland, California/Carrollton, Texas
In this world, we seek to find ourselves and our individuality. Once we feel grounded, and feel a true sense of identity, we seek to find our soul mate, a person with whom we can continue to grow and learn, aspiring together for great things in life. When Reed and I became engaged, we had a shared vision and expectations of an officiant. No two couples are the same, therefore it was important for our ceremony to incorporate and reflect our individuality, as man and woman, now transitioning to husband and wife. It had to be the best possible celebration of our union and blessed love. We knew that our union, intimate, personal, dynamic and mature, required an experienced, wise, insightful and intuitive rabbi.
From our first conversation with you, we knew you were the "one". We felt confident that our special day was entrusted into the right hands. Your demeanor, presence, and energy were exactly what we had envisioned. Together we deliberately and carefully planned the perfect ceremony, incorporating Christian and Jewish traditions. You officiated it beautifully, with great fluidity switching back and forth between Hebrew, English, and Spanish. We are truly grateful to you for having the passion and gift to officiate a wedding in such a stellar way!
Sarah and Michael, Salem, Massachusetts
Thank you for being such a big part of our special day! You did such an amazing job. You are so open-minded, and you made everything seem so easy. You helped us create our own special ceremony, one we will never forget. Everyone at the wedding had such a great time. They loved how well you explained all of the different traditions in the ceremony, and how you made everyone feel so comfortable. We highly recommend you to anyone who is in need of a Rabbi to celebrate with them during the most special time of their lives. Thank you!
Meredith and Bert, Houston/Beaumont, Texas
We cannot thank you enough for being part of our special day. To say that it surpassed everyone’s expectations would be an understatement. Your ability to “work” the crowd, and at the same time make the event special and personal for the bride and groom is a true gift. You added so much life and energy to the ceremony. So many people have said so many wonderful things about you. Thank you again for everything!
We are so happy that you are able to do the wedding ceremony for Bert’s brother and future sister in law. It is truly special to have you officiate two siblings’ weddings. We are excited to share this with them!
Jessica and Matthew, Ludlow, Massachusetts/Ardsley, New York
You did a wonderful job! You took the time to get to know us and found out what you needed to do to make our day special. Everyone was raving over the wonderful job you did. We recommend you to any couple, interfaith or otherwise.
Kamilla and Naum, Houston, Texas
Thank you so much for everything! It was truly a pleasure working with you and having you play such an important role in our wedding. Everything came together so beautifully. So many guests commented on how beautiful the ceremony was, and how much they enjoyed it. Thank you again and all the best!
Sarah and Brian, Corpus Christi, Texas/Columbia, Maryland
It was a beautiful ceremony! Brian and I really enjoyed it. We loved how you made the ceremony not only about us as a couple but about us and my daughter as a family. Thank you for making our union so special!
Dani and Josh, Dallas, Texas
We are both Jewish but wanted to have our ceremony on a Saturday. We were having so much trouble finding a Rabbi who would officiate our wedding before 9pm... until we found you! You were amazing from start to finish. You were always very reliable and accessible. You were professional, yet funny and personable.
From our first meeting, it was clear that you were going to go the extra mile to make sure that our ceremony was perfectly catered to us. Over the next three meetings, you really made an effort to get to know us. You also provided us with valuable resources to better understand the ceremony and choose the parts that we wanted in our wedding. We continue to get so many compliments on our ceremony, and we always credit you. We can't thank you enough for giving us such a wonderful, meaningful ceremony!
Our message to Jewish couples like us? Rabbi Gruber doesn't just do interfaith weddings; he was amazing in giving us the personalized Jewish wedding that we wanted!
Sheryl and Shane, Plano, Texas
David, it was so important to Sheryl and to me that our wedding have aspects of both the Jewish and Christian traditions. Thanks to you we were able to accomplish that and much more. You scripted the words you said specifically to what Sheryl and I believe. You made our wedding day very special, and so meaningful, not only for us but for everyone who attended. Thank you soooooo much!
Angela and Kevin, Arlington, Texas
In a world where it can sometimes be difficult to find spiritual leaders who will endorse and embrace interfaith relationships, it was more than a breath of fresh air to find you. Your desire to recognize couples of all combinations, and create tailor-made ceremonies that are unique to the love shared by two people, were a Godsend to us.
You married us in a ceremony that was so perfectly designed to include both our Jewish and Christian traditions. You are truly gifted with ceremonial artistry. You were purposeful about spending time getting to know us, know our story, and know our hearts. Through this, on our special day, you were able to so eloquently convey the uniqueness of our journey, our love, and the road of life before us. All of our guests were exposed to a magnificent telling of our love, our individual beliefs, the traditions from which we came, and how the culmination of all those things would be the strength and backbone of our union forever.
Without question, the most repeated compliment we received from our guests was how amazingly beautiful our ceremony was, unlike any they had witnessed before. Thank you for your unforgettable contribution to one of the most important days of our lives. You have blessed us tremendously, and we are forever grateful!
Meredith and David, Dallas, Texas
You were the perfect choice as our co-officiant for our wedding. After our first conversation on the phone we knew you were our man. You brought warmth, compassion, understanding, professionalism and the rabbinical fortitude to help make our wedding ceremony one for the books! Not only did we feel that everything was executed perfectly, we can't tell you how many compliments we heard from numerous guests throughout the evening. You were engaging, thoughtful, funny, and all the things a rabbi needs to perform the desired rituals, and keep the audience mentally and emotionally involved.
We guess the best endorsement we could give is... we wish we could do it all over again, and do it exactly the same way! Thanks for everything!!!
Misty and Brian, Dallas, Texas
You were wonderful. The time you took to personally get to know us, guide us in ceremony design, and in working with the minister was truly appreciated. On the day of the wedding you were helpful in making sure all went smoothly. In the ceremony you were funny, informative, and eloquent in your delivery. We received so much feedback from our family and guests on how wonderful the ceremony was. It brought tears to the eyes of many and all felt included and informed. Again, we truly appreciate your participation in our wedding!
Stacy and Mark, Liberty Hill, Texas
Reuniting twenty years after we began our relationship, we wanted our wedding to be a very personal and meaningful event. We are both Jewish, but don't belong to a synagogue. We don't have Jewish friends, and the only other Jewish person in attendance would be the groom's mother, so an interfaith wedding rabbi was a great choice. You were very personable, and you took time to get to know us and our situation. At the ceremony you spoke with both reverence and relatability. You wrote and delivered a very moving ceremony that awed and impressed everyone. Because of you, we had the PERFECT wedding ceremony. We were showered with compliments about you throughout the reception. In twenty years no one will care about the dinner they had at one's wedding, but the words used to unite a couple as husband and wife will always resonate. We were truly honored to begin our life together with your words. Shalom!
Katie and Jonathan, Palm Beach, Florida
It is a month after our wedding, and we still run into friends and family who attended. They always have three comments, in this order: 1. We loved the ceremony and how it incorporated your two faiths 2. The Rabbi and Priest must have known each other for years; the service ran so smoothly, and the two played off each other so well. 3. We loved the food.
After searching high and low for a Rabbi that would perform the ceremony, we were put at ease after our first phone conversation with you. As we continued our phone meetings, we were excited to see the script of our ceremony start to form. Your knowledge and experience helped guide us when selecting readings and traditions that we wanted included in our service. Your attention to detail and organization is first rate! During one of our meetings with the Priest, he commented that he had done interfaith weddings in the past, but this was the first time he had been provided with such a detailed layout and thought it to be extremely well planned out and organized. We truly appreciate everything you did for us to help make that day come off as we envisioned it in our minds!
Jenna and Jason, Charlotte, North Carolina
You were a lifesaver! We were really struggling to find a rabbi, who would help us plan the ideal ceremony that we hoped for, one that would involve both a priest and a rabbi, as well as traditions from both religions. Then we found you online, and could not have been happier! You were great from start to finish, and really talked us through the entire process. The ceremony itself turned out perfect. Our wedding would not have been the same without you! We highly recommend you to any couple who wants the perfect ceremony.
Caitlin and Ben, Bedford, Texas
It was getting close to our wedding day, about six weeks out, and I had given up on calling all of our local area synagogues. Not one rabbi would even consider co-officiating a wedding in a Methodist church. We then received an email with a reference to you, the Interfaith Wedding Rabbi, David Gruber. I immediately sent you an email, and got a very quick positive response. You were excited and motivated to work with us. We met three times before the wedding, twice with you only, and once with the minister. We talked extensively, and meticulously planned the ceremony.
Our ceremony went so smoothly; it was perfect! The feedback we received from our guests was great. They were all raving about you. You did such a great job, tied in all of the traditions we wanted, and even made several jokes, keeping our guests attention. We couldn't be happier with how things went, and highly recommend you to anyone looking to have the perfect interfaith wedding!
Brooke and Casey, Manhattan Beach, California
It was wonderful meeting and interacting with you over the past year. You helped us develop a fantastic ceremony which everyone enjoyed. Your calm presence and fantastic chanting voice really made our wedding ceremony shine. Thank you so much again for everything!
Sarah and Matt, Dallas, Texas
From the very beginning, our experience with you was a perfect blend of professional and personal. You really took the time to get to know us before deciding what to write/say at our wedding. You made yourself available to us anytime we had a question or concern that we needed to bounce off of you.
On the wedding day you arrived early and well prepared, and the ceremony was all we had hoped for. We received so many compliments regarding our ceremony, and are very appreciative you took the time to make it special.
Jessica and Joel, Southlake, Texas
Thank you so much for sharing our special day! It meant so much to us to have this beautiful ceremony. You made it oh so comfortable for us both. Thank you very much, and we look forward to serving as a reference.
Renee and Brian, San Antonio, Texas
Thank you so much for the wonderful ceremony, and for making it such a meaningful day! You really understood what we wanted, and you made it all come together. We are so grateful.
Nad and Alex, Sydney, Australia
Thank you so much for making our wedding day such a wonderful experience! We really appreciate all of the time and effort you put into creating our unique ceremony, and for traveling all the way to Thailand to officiate it so beautifully. Please do keep in touch!
Emily and Matthew, New Orleans, Louisiana
Thank you so much for your support and guidance throughout the engagement and wedding. There has not been one person who attended the wedding that has not commented on what a terrific job you and Father Michael did. Everyone thought you two had been working together for years. From our first conversation through the wedding ceremony, you were truly dedicated to making our wedding special and meaningful for US. We will never forget your dedication and advice that assisted us in making this special time truly perfect. Thanks for everything, and we look forward to keeping in touch!
Lori and Matt, Austin, Texas
We can't thank you enough for helping make our wedding so memorable! So many guests commented on how beautiful the ceremony was. Through your explanations all our guests were able to appreciate and understand what each tradition meant. They especially enjoyed your sense of humor, which is something we knew we wanted in our Rabbi.
It was so hard to find a Rabbi who would work with us, together, to create just the ceremony we wanted. We are an interfaith couple, who feel strongly about tradition and commitment, and who respect both religions. At the same time, it was important to us to have a more secular wedding centered around who we were as a couple. With you we were able to have it all.
You were so great to work with. We truly appreciate your time and expertise. You took the time to get to know us as a couple, and you were always available, if we needed suggestions or help. You helped us create such a wonderful ceremony that really represented who we are. You met our every expectation! Thank you again!
Rena and Jeff, Allen, Texas
Thanks for the wonderful service you performed. We received so many compliments about you and the ceremony. It was everything we wanted, and you helped make our wedding the most special event we could have ever imagined. Thank you again for everything. We will always remember this very special ceremony!
Wadia and Jared, Washington, District of Columbia/New York, New York
We could not be happier with our choice to invite you to officiate our wedding. You withstood scorching heat and torrential rain to marry us in beautiful Merida, Mexico. You worked closely with us to craft a ceremony that expressed our love for each other, our families and our friends, while also respecting our distinct cultures and traditions. Not one person failed to mention the beauty of the ceremony. David, it was a joy to meet you, and have you as a part of our special day!
Selina and Elliot, West New York, New Jersey
Distinction is the first word that comes to mind when describing your talent for officiating. You did a superb job not only bringing two people together in matrimony, but bringing two faiths together as well.
From our first call it was quite clear that you were going to be the right man for the job. You wanted to learn about us in depth. Where did we come from? How did we come to where we are today both religiously and professionally? Not surprisingly, many of the questions you asked us allowed us to reflect on how we were going to shape our future together.
With great care you balanced the respect and reverence for each of our families’ respective religious convictions at the wedding. The majority of the ceremony was done in Hebrew and English, but you also went out of your way to learn a prayer in Gujarati, and you included several Indian traditions in the ceremony.
The experience from start to finish was handled with professionalism and respect. Thank you for all your help and guidance. We would recommend you to anyone!
Parents
Linda and Kenneth, Duncanville, Texas
You spent a lot of time getting to know our daughter and her fiance. You are a kind, intelligent, and compassionate man. The ceremony was beautiful and warm, and we intend to ask you to perform similar services for our other children. We highly recommend you without any reservations!
Gayle and Gene, Panama, Nebraska
I know now that our daughter was right when she told me that you were a perfect fit for them. The ceremony honored them as a couple and their love for each other, encompassing traditions from both of their cultures, and it was fun! Thank you for helping them to create the perfect ceremony, one they and we will remember the rest of our lives.
Kathleen and Darrell, Houston, Texas
Thank you for such a moving service. Your service in conjunction with Father Kappe's was beautiful. This service satisfied both our wishes and the wishes of our son in law’s parents. I'm sorry we didn't get to visit longer, but our brief meeting enriched my life, and again I want you to know how much we appreciated the effort you made to make their wedding day one that we all will remember forever.
Laurie and Bruce, Silver Spring, Maryland
Thank your for everything you did to get the whole process going and on track. Our son was very impressed with how well the ceremony itself went and he was particularly pleased with the seamless flow between you and Father Drenzek. Thanks again for everything!
Wendy and Larry, Houston, Texas
We received many compliments about the ceremony and things couldn't have gone better! Very few of the guests had ever attended a Jewish wedding ceremony before. I'm glad it all went so well. Thank you so much!
Barbara and Don, Eunice, Louisiana
We can’t thank you enough. Everyone has told us it was the most beautiful wedding they ever attended. They said you could just feel the love in the air. My Catholic friends had never been to a Jewish wedding, and were so impressed with you and all the Jewish customs, especially your comments about what you learned from the couple uniting two faiths and two cultures, and how the whole world should learn from them. You and Deacon Don made it a wonderful and memorable event for everyone. Indeed a week ago we went to visit the couple, and they and their friends were still talking about the ceremony.
Today a friend called to tell me about a wedding in New Orleans last week, where the rabbi spoke of a Eunice girl marrying a Jewish man from Turkey. Then I remembered that you had indeed told us that you were officiating another wedding in New Orleans a few weeks after our daughter’s wedding. She said that the wedding ceremony was quite moving. May God continue to bless you, your family and your ministry!
Linda and Barry, New Orleans, Louisiana
Thank you so much for the beautiful marriage ceremony that you performed for Jonathan and Sara Beth. It meant so much to us that you were there, and we deeply appreciate your willingness to officiate at Sara Beth’s church in Little Rock, Arkansas. Thank you so much for a truly special service!
Susan and Harvey, Potomac, Maryland
It was our pleasure to meet you. As we got to know you, we came to appreciate the full measure of your wisdom and caring. You are highly educated on Jewish affairs, open-minded regarding other religions and points of view, and very personable as well. As befits such a fine man, you also have a wonderful wife, Liat, and a beautiful family. You are a true mentsch!
Florin and Shlomo, Plano, Texas
You are a very unique individual. Our daughter, Na'ama, felt very comfortable with you from your first meeting, and throughout your work together on her Bat-Mitzvah ceremony. The subject you selected for the learning session she led at the heart of the ceremony, A Celebration of Multiple Identities and the American Spirit, was perfect. Built around the story of her namesake, Solomon's wife, this subject was very close to her heart and very relevant to her life. The ceremony itself was wonderful, and you conducted it in an extremely professional, friendly and warm manner.
We will spread the word of your great services and amazing job amongst our friends. We highly recommend you to anyone who is interested in having a meaningful life cycle ceremony, be it a wedding or a Bar/Bat Mitzvah!
Beverly and Dan, Dallas, Texas
Thank you for making our daughter’s wedding magical. We loved it, and everyone loved you. Our guests were so impressed, and just could not stop talking about the ceremony. Thanks, again!
Sharon and Dan, Frisco, Texas
Thank you so much for conducting such a beautiful ceremony and service for Jennifer and Brian’s wedding. Thank you also for your input and guidance during the months prior to their wedding. Jennifer and Brian found your meetings with them very beneficial. Many thanks again!
Farrah and Nate, Dallas, Texas
You were excellent. You embraced our family with open arms, and created a beautiful baby naming ceremony for our daughter. You were non-judgmental and open to all of our suggestions. Everyone had a wonderful time!
Linda and Stan, Atlanta, Georgia
We would like to thank you for the beautiful ceremony that you performed for Brian and Misty. It was so meaningful and combined the backgrounds of both families in such a wonderful manner. Again, thank you!
Marcia and Michael, Frisco, Texas
David, I can't begin to tell you what a joy it was to listen to Betsy and Billy's ceremony. Your words were those of a man who had come to know the two people standing in front of him. The time you spent talking with, and listening to them evolved into words that were especially meaningful to them and to the many people who were present at their wedding.
A Rabbi is a teacher more than anything else. Since there were many at the wedding who had never witnessed a wedding in the Jewish tradition, it was wonderful how you explained all the various symbolisms. As a "Jewish mother," it was particularly important to me that the wedding traditions that had been a part of my wedding be carried onto the next generation (l'dor v'dor), and you did this in such a beautiful way. Thank you!
Janet and Rick, Houston, Texas
Thanks so much, Rabbi Gruber! We have heard so many positive comments about the ceremony, with people telling us they had never seen anything like it, and that they would remember it for a long time. We were personally touched by the ceremony, and by the fact that Dr. Longsworth opened the church to us, and was excited to share the service with you. Thanks for opening your heart to Ben and Caitlin and for making their special day even more special, meaningful and memorable! (It was a pleasure meeting Liat too.) We look forward to recommending you to others, as I know Ben and Caitlin do.
Denny and Shelly, Cincinnati, Ohio
We would like to thank you for helping to make Jared and Wadia's wedding weekend in Merida, Mexico a very meaningful and memorable event, not only for the wedding couple and us, but for all those in attendance. We continue to receive numerous compliments as to the warmth that pervaded the ceremony.
We are sure that this was the first and possibly only exposure by many in attendance to a traditional Jewish ceremony. Your explanations in both English and Spanish were right on, the amount of Hebrew was just enough to keep it traditional, and the humor added a lighter touch at exactly the right moments.
Everyone has spoken very highly of you, and we could not be happier with Jared and Wadia's choice of you as the officiating Rabbi. Thanks again!
Judy and Bob, Dallas, Texas
We really appreciated the special time and effort you put into our children's ceremony. You made everyone feel comfortable, and made it a very moving experience. Thanks so much!
Sharon and Irving, Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania
We just wanted to thank you for everything. The ceremony was beautiful. Everyone complimented you and the pastor on a wonderful job. They thought you both knew each other for a while, and had worked together before. They were surprised to learn you had only met in person that day! We highly recommend you to anyone who needs a rabbi for their children's wedding. Again, thank you for everything!
Jane and David, Kenner, Louisiana
Your wedding ceremony for Emily and Matthew was nothing short of spectacular. This is not simply my opinion, but the consensus of the 300+ guests of all different faiths. The couple, as well as all of the guests, felt like you had known the couple all of their lives. Thank you so very much for making their wedding ceremony so special and exceeding all of our expectations. The greatest compliment I can give you is that our other son is getting married this summer to a young lady not of the Jewish faith. He was so overwhelmed by your wedding ceremony that he intends to ask you to officiate his. Thank you again for making this wedding so special!
Nancy and Warren, Tampa, Florida
Thank you, David, for officiating our daughter's wedding, and for creating a ceremony that was a true blend of Jewish and Mexican traditions, making everyone feel included. All of our guests raved that it was the most beautiful ceremony they had ever witnessed. We didn't expect you to be trilingual, and that added to the beauty of the ceremony. Your humor and charm were also much appreciated. Thanks again for making our daughter's wedding a memorable and special night that will remain prominent in the memories of everyone who witnessed it.
Ada Luisa, El Paso, Texas
We are so thankful you officiated my daughter's wedding in Mexico City. You were so attentive and kind to us all. The ceremony was absolutely wonderful, and your words were beautiful and unforgettable. I will always remember this beautiful ceremony!
Suly and Mohamed, Colleyville, Texas
You did an awesome job officiating our daughter's wedding, with so much grace and dignity. You made everybody cry; you made everybody laugh. What more can parents ask for!
Bella and Oleg, New York, New York
We loved your article about our son's wedding in Thailand. You have no idea how much it meant to us that you took the time to travel all that way. We are so grateful for the special and beautiful ceremony you officiated. Thank you!
Co-Officiants
Reverend Phil Pike, Maineville, Ohio
You were an absolute pleasure to work with, and were exceptionally prepared and professional. You performed a beautiful ceremony, and I enjoyed working with you and would gladly do it again. I highly recommend your services!
Father Billy O’Riordan, New Orleans, Louisiana
It was a joy working with you and I will be sure to tell others who may need some guidance in the future about you and the ceremony. I really enjoyed everything and my annual Christmas epistle will have mention of the wedding, as it was one of the highlights of this year, so far.
Father Peter Drenzek, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Everything went very well in the ceremony we co-officiated, and special thanks to you for pulling the whole thing together. I was so pleased that the groom was as moved as he was. God's blessing on your work!
Pastor Dave Janssen, State College, Pennsylvania
I honestly believe that what happened together was so much more valuable than what we could have done solo. It was an absolute delight to work with you, and it would be so much fun to do this again! It was just so much fun to meet you and to hear about your journey!
Reverend Bill Smith, Highland Park (Dallas), Texas
What a joy it was to serve with you. It was a most meaningful service; thank you for all that you did to develop it. I am most appreciative, as I know they are. Rest assured, when I have another request for a rabbi to co-officiate a wedding ceremony, you will be first on my list to call!
Reverend Nahor Muchiutti, South Lancaster, Massachusetts
I really appreciate your kind and professional work co-officiating the wedding ceremony with me. Thank you for organizing everything so meticulously, and most and above all for your personal touch and friendship. I look forward to keeping in touch with you. We were blessed by your presence. May Adonai be with you!
Reverend Andy Lewis, Carrollton, Texas
It was a real pleasure to plan together for and co-officiate an inter-religious wedding with you. You brought a wealth of experience to the planning process, which eased everyone’s minds, and was responsive to my and the couple’s points of view. The wedding ceremony itself was beautiful, poignant, and went without a hitch!
Reverend Vic Nixon, Little Rock, Arkansas
What a great wedding! I really enjoyed planning and working with you, as well as having the opportunity to spend time getting acquainted. I feel that our planning together and with the couple was done openly and respectfully for our faith traditions. The wedding service itself affirmed both traditions explicitly and celebrated our commonalities. It was a beautiful and joyous occasion. I feel that I’ve made a good friend as well as developed a professional relationship with a trusted and capable colleague in ministry. I look forward to more opportunities to work with you.
Father Tom Voorhies, Scott, Louisiana
You were a pleasure to work with. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Everyone commented on how beautiful the ceremony was. I highly recommend you to any couple. God bless you and your family!
Bob Eaton, Houston, Texas
I truly enjoyed this collaboration with you. I know that you embrace the thought that anything one can do to help bring such joy to a couple at the start of their married life is a wonderful act. I was honored to be asked to work with you in this endeavor. The guests were vocal about how wonderful they thought the ceremony was, and how much they particularly appreciated our personal remarks. I wish you well as you continue your life’s journey, continue your growth and continue to bring such joy to the life of others.
Pastor Larry Parsley, Coppell, Texas
It was a real pleasure working with you! I found you to be warm and kind, and so easy to collaborate with, when it came to putting the ceremony together. At the reception, I heard many great comments about how much your presence added to the ceremony. I highly recommend you to any couple.
Deacon Mike Gesch, Austin, Texas
David, I enjoyed working with you! I have co-officiated with many ministers, but your professionalism and charm really added to the ceremony. Our mutual agreement in focusing on what the couple needed made the experience a lasting memory. I wish you the very best in accomplishing your goal of ministering to those in need.
Monsignor Harry Greig, Lake Charles, Louisiana
I found you pleasant, flexible, sensitive, a joy to work with, and inclusive in bringing together the cultures and traditions of the couple. It was clear you truly wanted the ceremony to reflect the couple's faiths and speak to their experiences. Your sense of humor was well evident too!
Comments from both Christians and Jews following the ceremony were so positive. The God who created us was definitely present with His guidance. I hope we have the opportunity to work with one another again.
Reverend C.J. Taylor, Houston, Texas
Working with you was a joy! You spent much time with Misty and Brian helping them understand how to best blend their faith traditions in an interfaith wedding ceremony. Together, we were able to work with them to write a ceremony they found very meaningful. You were warm and winsome, and you made everyone feel so comfortable during the planning stages and the ceremony itself. I look forward to working again together!
Reverend David Robinson, McLean, Virginia
David, I was very pleased to share the honor of co-officiating with you. I enjoyed our conversations over the phone and in Durango very much, and I learned a lot from you over the past months. Thank you for leading the couple over the months of planning so well, through the sensitive moments to crafting a ceremony that brought both families such joy and peace. Please keep in touch. Shalom! Dave
Reverend Ken Byrd (Love Notes Weddings), Garland, Texas
David, it was such a pleasure officiating with you not once, but twice in the same weekend. You approached me with respect for my Christian faith, and a spirit of cooperation that I found refreshing. We both had the same goals – to make the wedding experience for the bride and groom a memorable one, and bring the best of both faiths into the ceremony. We were very successful at doing that together. I will admit to one tiny envious issue – the prayers sound so much better chanted in Hebrew than spoken in English!
Pastor Tim Roth, Houston, Texas
It was a pleasure to work with you and co-officiate the ceremony. There were numerous compliments regarding how well we worked together and how much folks enjoyed the ceremony. I look forward to working with you again.
Padré Benito Aguilar, Cancun, Mexico
I have no words to communicate my happiness and good feelings following the ceremony that I had the honor of co-officiating with you at Iris and Ben's wedding here at the Moon Palace. I was glad to hear the compliments of the Jewish community after the ceremony, and to see all the guests rejoice praying to the same God. How important and necessary it is to live united in peace and love, today more than ever. I look forward to co-officiating with you again in the near future!
Reagan and Michael, New York, New York
When we got engaged, one of the first things we had to figure out was how we could have a ceremony that included both of our faiths and traditions. When we met you, we knew that everything we wanted could come true... and it did!!! You took the time to get to know us over the few months leading up to the ceremony and that made all the difference on our big day!
We really want to thank you for EVERYTHING you and Rev. Kannwischer did to make our big day so special! The ceremony was everything we imagined and more - it was absolutely perfect!! We have already gotten so much feedback from our family and friends, saying it was the best ceremony they had ever seen - it was so personal and had all of the elements that we wanted. No one believed that this was the first time you had ever worked with Rev. Kannwischer – you both played off each other so well – it was fantastic!
You did everything we wanted, gave us advice and added a touch of your own that was so special. Thank you again for your time, attention and care in preparing our ceremony - it was perfect!
Jennifer and David, Houston, Texas
We searched high and low for a Rabbi to conduct our interfaith wedding and, lucky for us, we found you! You were there to assist us every step of the way. You really took a special interest in our wedding, and made us feel as if we were the only couple on your schedule. We appreciated your experience, professionalism and punctuality. You even went to the trouble of documenting all of our meetings and producing a line-by-line script of the entire ceremony. Needless to say, this largely contributed to the fluidity of our ceremony.
During our reception, we had countless guests complimenting us on the beauty of the ceremony. Several even declared that it was the most beautiful ceremony that they had ever witnessed! It’s not too often that you see a Jewish/Catholic wedding with readings in English, Spanish and Hebrew. You even took the extra effort to translate some texts into Spanish and then read them during the ceremony. Rabbi David, thank you for officiating at our ceremony! It would not have been the same without you!
Sarah and Jason, Dallas, Texas
We really enjoyed working with you! During the three months leading up to the wedding, we felt you really took the time to get to know us by arranging several face to face meetings. With your periodic emails we stayed closely in touch, and you kept us on track. You worked closely with us to craft a beautiful wedding ceremony that incorporated the Jewish and Catholic traditions that were important to us. We got so many compliments on the ceremony and were so at ease as everything flowed so well on our wedding day.
Erin and Andrew, Richardson, Texas
My family brought Rabbi Gerald Klein, the famed rabbi of Temple Emanuel, to Dallas. He was a man of the people, and such an honorable man. Over the past few years we had not had the pleasure of meeting another rabbi like him till we met you. At a time that I was made by my own synagogue to feel very uncomfortable, you put us so much at ease; it was like we had known you forever. Our big day was wonderful and you did us a wonderful service… Again, thank you so much for making our big day so wonderful! We look forward to a continued friendship.
Jenny and Sidney, Albuquerque, New Mexico
You made our day magical! You took the time to make sure everything was perfect, checking in with us and having lengthy discussions several times. We had a multicultural wedding, and everyone left feeling educated and touched by our Jewish traditions. You have a beautiful voice, and your singing during the ceremony took our breath away. If any couple wants their big day to be perfect, I would recommend… you! I know you will do everything you can to make their wedding beautiful and uniquely tailored just for them.
Nikki and David, Irving/Garland, Texas
We loved the ceremony! You worked closely with us to make it unique. You helped us understand the deeper meanings of the ceremonial rituals, and made sure that all our wishes were taken into account when planning the ceremony. You ably intertwined the important aspects of both our religious traditions to make it our ceremony, and created such a memorable occasion for all.
Michelle and Andrew, Dallas, Texas
Michelle and I were honored to have you as part of our wedding celebration. So many guests remarked about how good you were! Indeed, you went above and beyond to make our day special. You are so detailed in your preparation, and I know you will ensure a smooth ceremony for any future couple who chooses you as their officiant. We highly recommend you. Thanks!
Carolyn and Ryan, Los Angeles, California
We are so grateful for the amazing service you helped us put together! The fact that you feel the same way that we do, with regards to bringing people and families from different backgrounds and beliefs together, was one of many reasons that we had an amazing wedding. From the first day we met, you helped us progress in our interfaith relationship and establish a foundation for an everlasting marriage.
The ceremony was so beautifully and seamlessly designed and performed, and everyone complemented on how great it was. Your beautiful explanations of the various wedding rituals really helped friends and family from both sides follow the ceremony, and make it meaningful for all those who were present. Thank you very much!
Ellamay and Mike, Dallas, Texas
I am not sure Ellamay and I can describe how truly grateful we are. Our search for a rabbi for our wedding was proving difficult. Ellamay is from a Chinese/Korean Christian/Buddhist background, and I am Jewish. It was important to both of us to incorporate our diverse cultures into our wedding without restrictions. When we met you, we immediately knew you were the right officiant for us. You said we could tailor the ceremony in whatever way we wanted, and "all that matters is that you love each other." You helped us create a fantastic ceremony, tailoring it to our spiritual beliefs. You were an absolute pleasure to work with, and we would recommend you to any couple, whether their wedding is an interfaith/intercultural wedding or not. Thank you so much!
Adrienne and Jason, Austin, Texas
David, thank you so much for so wonderfully co-officiating our wedding! We were so pleased to have a balanced ceremony that complemented both of our faiths and backgrounds. We greatly appreciated your thoughtful and thorough approach to the planning of our wedding ceremony, which enabled us to have a very meaningful and personal experience.
Colleen and Brett, New Orleans, Louisiana
The first indications that we weren't the only ones impressed by your handling of our wedding were the watery-eyed women in the receiving line, gushing about how beautiful the ceremony was. Some had never seen a Jewish or interfaith ceremony before. Several said they shed tears during a point at which we were wrapped together in your tallit while you chanted melodically in Hebrew. That was, of course, an intimate and special part of the ceremony for us, as well as something that obviously resonated with many guests.
Your presentation of Jewish traditions had a lot to do with the poignancy of the ceremony. Your command of all the ancient rituals was of the impeccable nature one would expect from someone of your training and background. In the months leading up to our wedding, you showed patience and flexibility in tailoring the Jewish parts of the ceremony to our tastes. You then conducted the portions of the ceremony that we requested be in Hebrew -- all the Jewish elements, for that matter -- with dignity and authenticity. One of the men among our guests said the Hebrew portions of the ceremony flooded him with memories of past travels through the Middle East.
Equally important was your air of kindness, open-mindedness, sincerity and respect. We figured some of our older guests might struggle somewhat with their loved ones marrying out of faith. That would only be natural. Through your words and manner, you seemed to dissolve all such tension and you shifted the focus entirely to the joy that, in an ideal world, would define all weddings.
Valerie and Adam, Austin, Texas (Quito, Ecuador)
You guided us through important decisions about our ceremony, and you were an invaluable resource for helping us involve our families and plan a beautiful wedding. You were a pleasure to work with, always sensitive and accommodating to our preferences and scheduling needs. We felt prepared and excited about our wedding, and the result was a beautifully co-officiated ceremony that was memorable and meaningful for all our family members and guests. We can't imagine doing it any other way, and feel extremely fortunate to have had you play such an important role in our wedding.
Nicole and Jozi, Atlanta, Georgia
We had been unsuccessful in our search for a rabbi to co-officiate our wedding, and with only one month left until the big day, we had almost given up hope of having the interfaith ceremony that we both desired so much. Fortunately, we discovered your website, and within minutes of speaking to you over the phone, you immediately allayed all our fears.
We sincerely appreciate all the time and effort you dedicated to getting to know us, sharing information with us and with our co-officiating deacon, and most importantly making sure that our expectations and those of our families were met. Your approachability and accessibility made the planning of our wedding completely stress free. The ceremony was everything we could have hoped for and more. It was especially moving to us when you recognized our interfaith and intercultural marriage as an example of how to live harmoniously in a world of differences. Weeks later, our families and friends continue to compliment the unique ceremony that you graciously provided. Thank you so much!
Lyn and Charles, Dallas, Texas
Thanks so much for making our wedding ceremony better than we could have imagined. We became very discouraged when trying to find someone to conduct our ceremony until we found you. From our first meeting we felt so comfortable with you. The process of planning the ceremony was fun, and all of your suggestions led us to the ceremony which really reflected our values, spirituality and commitment to each other.
Having a rabbi officiate the wedding meant so much to my in laws. At the same time you made me and my family feel so at home by incorporating the Christian elements we were looking for in our ceremony.
Our ceremony was absolutely perfect and we could not have done it without you. Both Charlie and I would love to serve as references for anyone considering using your services. Our hope is that all couples looking to join in marriage from differing faiths are able to have as wonderful a ceremony as we had.
My favorite line from our ceremony is: "In an interfaith wedding, such as this one, the shattering of the glass also marks the breaking down of barriers between people of different cultures and faiths. Lyn and Charles, may we all learn from your example, and may the day arrive where all people live together in love and happiness like you do." We really cannot thank you enough!!! You were a Godsend.
Tiffany and Todd, New York, New York
Tiffany and I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know you. We were so impressed by your attention to detail. You never passed judgment on us, all the while giving us great suggestions and advice. You did a terrific job, and we are huge fans! Tiffany and I look forward to staying in touch.
Martha and Steve, Highland Park (Dallas), Texas
How did we get so lucky? We could not have asked for a more perfect wedding ceremony, and you were the driving factor behind this, with Rev. Smith. The both of you, at your direction, were there to guide and support us through our engagement from the very first time we met. We knew how lucky we were from that very first meeting, when you spent over two hours with us, just getting to know each other.
You did everything in your power to help us plan the wedding ceremony that exemplified our feelings, religious backgrounds and love for each other. So many of our guests commented on how they had never been to a ceremony where the love and expression of feelings were so apparent. We feel so blessed to have met you and will always have the most perfect memories of you and the role you played in our ceremony. We would recommend you to any couple. Thank you so much. You are an amazing individual, and Steve and I both mean that from the bottom of our hearts!
Crystal and Dave, Austin, Texas
When we first found you, we were ecstatic. Here was a real rabbi that would co-officiate an interfaith ceremony on Shabbat, and do so gladly! Through our phone conferences and personal meetings, our affection for you only grew. You did an excellent job editing and redacting our ceremony until it was perfect and exactly to our liking. On the day of the wedding you arrived early, helped us with the signing of the Ketubah, and did an awesome job co-officiating our ceremony. We would definitely recommend you to anyone. Thank you very much for a job well done!
Elizabeth and Andy, Carrollton, Texas
We really appreciate you helping us create a wedding that truly reflected us and our style! You were able to do that, while preserving the Jewish traditions and fitting reverence that a genuine wedding ceremony demands. Thank you so much!
Kristina and Josh, Boston, Massachusetts
Kristina and I wanted to thank you again for co-officiating our wedding in May. We are still receiving compliments from people about how fantastic our ceremony was, specifically how well the two faiths were represented. It was fantastic working with you throughout the entire planning process. Your patience, insight and guidance were such a tremendous help and we are still so excited about the ceremony we had. We particularly appreciated how you took the time to get to know Kristina and me, and worked with us to create a ceremony that would truly reflect who we are, our faiths and our family traditions.
We look forward to keeping in touch with you and I hope all is well with you and your family. Please let us know when you are in the Boston area, as it would be great to see you again. Additionally, if you would like to use us a reference, please feel free. We cannot tell you enough how great the entire experience was!
Taylor and Jordan, Houston, Texas
We wanted to extend our gratitude to you for everything you did to make our wedding an unforgettable occasion. Your flexibility and your devotion to our wishes made working with you a joy. We appreciate the guidance you offered us throughout the process of crafting our ceremony, and we truly felt that the ceremony we crafted together was “ours.”
Our guests had nothing but praise for the manner in which we were able to seamlessly incorporate both our faiths into a memorable ceremony. Given that several of our guests were unfamiliar with Jewish custom and ritual, your presentation style incorporating explanation of the rituals and traditions into the fabric of the ceremony made everyone feel at home, and your good-natured humor provided a perfect balance. Thank you again for all of your help in ensuring that our wedding was one that we will recall with fondness for the rest of our lives!
Claire and Jonathan, Michigan City, Indiana
You were a pleasure to work with from the very beginning. You helped us put together a beautiful ceremony on short notice, and everyone is still talking about it! Thanks again for being there for us, and for being patient with us as we got caught up in the whirlwind of pre-wedding details. We can’t thank you enough!
Amy and Stephen, Allen, Texas
Thank you so much for officiating our wedding! You were able to help us create a celebration that was personal, intimate and joyful. We simply cannot thank you enough for all of your kind words, hard work and support!
Elizabeth and Ben, Houston, Texas
Coming from different faiths, we wanted to design our own ceremony, incorporating elements of our two traditions. You helped us craft the ceremony we had imagined. You guided us in choosing elements we had not thought of, and gave us further insight into the various prayers and traditions, making the ceremony that much more meaningful.
You made a genuine effort to get to know us, and to understand what was most important to us, as a couple in general, and specifically with regards to our ceremony. This gave us a personal connection that was evident to everyone at the wedding. Indeed, the time and effort you put in to get to know us, and to help design our ceremony, made our wedding incredibly special, personal, meaningful, and amazing.
We can't tell you how many people have told us that it was the best and most unique ceremony they had ever seen, and how great you were in guiding everyone through it. Every bride and groom should be as lucky as we were in having someone as wonderful as you officiate their wedding! Thank you very much!
Danielly and Roger, Isle of Palms (Charleston), South Carolina
Thank you so much for our beautiful wedding ceremony! We really appreciate your taking the time to get to know us, and thus making the ceremony so personal. Also, thank you for coaching us while we figured things out, as well as for your diligent attention to details. Everyone loved the ceremony, and most are saying it is the best one they have ever been to!
I also want to personally thank you for the effect you had on my father. I don’t think you realize how inspirational you were in getting him to take a very hard look at his own beliefs. For starters, we were not allowed to dance growing up, and our “father-daughter” dance was the first time my father danced in his life! Thank you again. We will definitely stay in touch.
Mollie and Michael, Los Angeles, California
You were a pleasure to work with and superb on the day of the event. Guests are still raving about how great our officiants were! Your were an excellent guide as we together built our ceremony in the months preceding the wedding, very professional throughout the process, and fantastic during the service!
Yisel and Max, Corpus Christi, Texas/Tucson, Arizona
We really want to thank you for everything you did for our wedding! Working with you was an absolute pleasure, and not only did you make us feel very comfortable, all of our guests felt the same. You were so open and understanding, very professional, and extremely approachable.
We can't even count how many people told us it was the most beautiful ceremony they had ever seen. Everyone was simply blown away, and we are still getting compliments about how much people enjoyed the ceremony. It meant so much to us to have both of our heritages and religions represented in the service, and you went above and beyond to make sure this was done. You even learned some Spanish for the ceremony!
You were everything we could have asked for and more. For anyone looking for a rabbi to officiate an interfaith wedding, we would say, look no further. We guarantee they will be as impressed as we were with the work you do. Thanks again!
Sara and Brian, Santa Monica, California
We genuinely cannot thank you enough! When we first found you, we wondered if the distance between California and Texas would be an issue. It never was! You truly made an incredible effort to get to know us, and the distance was never a factor. You were able to craft a personal and meaningful ceremony regarding which we have received non-stop compliments. We cannot imagine our wedding any other way. Thanks again!
Jenny and Jon, Cleveland Heights, Ohio
It was an absolute pleasure having you officiate our wedding. After running into problems with finding a rabbi who would officiate our ceremony, we came across you. Within just a few minutes of talking on the phone, we were sure that you were a perfect fit for us. You encouraged us to make our wedding special and unique. You have a magnetic personality, are very approachable, and our phone conferences were always fun and relaxed. We were also amazed at how well you got to know us in such a short time.
We were a bit nervous about how well both sides of our family (the Jewish side and the rural Southern Louisiana side) would receive our wedding ceremony, but everyone in attendance commented on how wonderful you were, and how validated they felt by the ceremony. Our wedding day would not have been the same without your help. Thank you for your openness, adaptability, and kindness. Without hesitation, we would recommend you to any couple. Please do keep in touch!
Stephanie and Michael, Dallas, Texas
We thoroughly enjoyed working with you, and our wedding truly would not have been as special with any other officiant. We really appreciated all of the time you spent with us before the wedding getting to know each other, and the very personal feel our ceremony had as a result. We found being wrapped in your tallit for the Priestly Blessing especially touching and meaningful, and we would certainly encourage future couples to incorporate that into their ceremony. We also appreciated your improvisation and humor, especially with the noisy folks in the pickup truck who felt they needed to be a part of the ceremony! Every other detail was perfect as well, and we cannot tell you how much we appreciate it. With no hesitation whatsoever, we would certainly recommend you to anyone. Thanks again!
Brecklyn and Matt, Houston, Texas
We would like to express our sincere thanks to you for everything that you did to make our wedding so amazing! Although we had previously been a part of one of your ceremonies with the wedding of our brother and sister in-law, we could have never imagined that the experience that we had with you would be as amazing as the one that we shared both on our wedding day and during the many months leading up to it, as we worked together on our ceremony.
You made the ceremony our own, and at the same time made sure that our guests (the majority of whom were not Jewish) felt comfortable and understood the meaning behind and reasoning for all aspects of the ceremony, both Jewish and Catholic. Your knowledge of us as a couple, as well as your sense of humor, really made our guests feel they were part of the experience. They continue to tell us that our wedding was one of the best that they have ever been to, and you played a huge role in that.
Our only regret is that now the experience is over. Hopefully, we will continue to stay in touch and you can help us share in many of life’s experiences as we build our interfaith lives together and eventually start a family. We wholeheartedly, recommend you and your services to anyone getting married, Jewish or not, that would like a truly special experience.
Sara and Mark, Alexandria, Virginia
Thank you so much for such a beautiful wedding! We received so many complements on the ceremony. You were a pleasure to work with, and we so appreciate your helping us make it such a memorable and magical day for us and our families.
Nse and Hadar, Houston, Texas/Jerusalem, Israel
My wife, Nse, and I decided to get married in the summer of 2009. We are of different religions (I am Jewish and she is a Christian), different colors (I am white and she is black), and different cultures (I am an Israeli and she is a Nigerian). We both wanted a wedding that would reflect our respective traditions and values and that would incorporate both our religions and cultures. Finding a person to officiate such a wedding turned out to be quite difficult, but we were adamant, and did not want to give up, and just settle for a civil ceremony.
Luckily, we found you through our internet research, and chose to work with you. This was by far the best and most important decision we made regarding our wedding. You delivered in every sense of the word. You spent a considerable amount of time getting to know us, and planning the ceremony down to the last details. You made numerous suggestions, and referred us to a variety of sites to help us organize and plan our wedding. You are compassionate and very knowledgeable and have a remarkable sensitivity. By the end of the process we felt we had acquired a good friend.
The ceremony itself proceeded without a hitch, and was absolutely fabulous. It was everything one would wish for in a wedding – moving, beautiful, meaningful, devotional, humorous, (and at the same time) serious and very very happy. Your officiating was perfect!
I believe that anyone of any (or no) religion, color or creed would benefit from being wed by such a wonderful man like you. For us it has been and will remain an unforgettable experience.
Lindsey and Kevin, Dallas, Texas
We would like to say one thing first and foremost - wow, you did an incredible job on Saturday! We just can't express what a joy it was for both of us to work with you. We are so appreciative of your services, your preparation, and all of your kind words. Our families really enjoyed speaking with you, and from talking with all of our guests, you certainly did impress. We are both sincere when we say we really would like to keep in touch. Thanks, again!
Teresa and Ben, Houston, Texas
Thank you so much for a meaningful and beautiful ceremony. We were both very happy with how everything turned out. Our parents, as well as everyone we have spoken to concerning the ceremony loved it. Thank you so much!
Nikki and Jacob, Glendale, Arizona
Thank you so much for all your help during the preparation for our wedding. You have been a joy to work with, and we see you as a true friend, and not just our rabbi. Take care!
Kisha and Jason, Houston, Texas
Words really can’t express how much we appreciate everything you did to make our wedding so special. Every couple wants a ceremony that is both warm and a reflection of their personalities. You played a huge role in helping us to achieve that by taking the time to really get to know us and composing a beautiful outline based on that. Our conversations with you were always so pleasant and lighthearted and yet encouraged us to search our own thoughts and beliefs on spirituality and how that influences our relationship. There are so many stressful things that go along with planning a wedding, but one thing that never concerned us was your ability to conduct a wonderful ceremony. Our families and guests were extremely impressed with your explanations and the way you combined Jewish and Christian traditions with such finesse and respect. We would highly recommend you to anyone. Hopefully, our paths will cross again soon and again, thank you for giving us a ceremony we will always remember.
Sara and Justin, Carrollton, Texas
Having a modern wedding that represented us a couple, yet still embodied the traditions of our families, seemed daunting at first. Of course, that was before we met you! You walked us through every step of planning the perfect ceremony. You are extremely knowledgeable regarding every nuance involved in a wedding, and you helped us gain a better understanding of all the various wedding traditions. The fact that you were so receptive, and didn’t impose your own opinions on us, made us feel that much more comfortable. Our several meetings with you in the year leading up to our big day were extremely efficient, as you took the time to learn about us, our backgrounds, and our desires.
With the abundance of nerves on one’s wedding day, our officiant was one of the constant calms. You conducted a memorable and beautiful ceremony customized and tailored for us as bride and groom. It was also a ceremony that, in our opinion, no one else could have performed. Every compliment we now receive regarding our wedding includes the Rabbi. Thanks again for helping us make our special day spectacular!
Adrienne and Mike, San Francisco, California
We are both very pleased with how our ceremony went. We were originally considering having a rabbi and a priest co-officiate. Your personality, knowledge, and flexibility made us feel so comfortable, that we decided to have you officiate exclusively. You took the time to get to know us through several phone meetings, and it definitely showed. We received numerous comments from our guests about how warm and personal our ceremony was. Thank you for everything!
Jennifer and Brian, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma/Little Elm, Texas
If you anyone is having an interfaith ceremony, you are the best choice! It was a joy to work with you. We appreciated how you really took the time to get to know each of us individually and together as a couple. You worked closely with us to make sure that our ceremony was exactly what we wanted. It was so nice to have such a personalized ceremony with such warmth, love and even humor. Both sides of our family and all of our friends just loved you and appreciated everything you said!
Shreeti and Jon, Grapevine, Texas
We were so lucky to have met you. We were excited to work with you from the moment we met you. You showed excitement and interest in our wedding. We loved our ceremony. It was so unique and special to us. You got to know us well in such a short period of time, and that really showed during the ceremony. You knew exactly what we wanted. We've had so many compliments on the beautiful ceremony! We thank you so much!!!
Lauren and Ryan, Austin, Texas
From our initial meeting to the wedding ceremony, it was always a pleasure working with you. You were very understanding of our backgrounds and interests and made every effort to get to know us better as a couple. Your laid back and humorous personality matched perfectly with ours, which made working with you a pleasure as we prepared for our interfaith (Cancun, Mexico) beach ceremony. You helped us create our own personalized ceremony by incorporating aspects from each of our backgrounds, and the end result was magical. We would recommend you to anyone looking for an officiant for their special day.
Simone and Bruce, New Orleans, Louisiana
Thank you so much for being a part of our wedding. The ceremony intertwined both my Catholic faith and my wife's Jewish tradition and was absolutely perfect. The guests could not stop talking about what a beautiful ceremony you and Monsignor Greig created. We enjoyed getting to know you through our phone conversations, and we will happily recommend you to anyone who is looking for a beautiful interfaith ceremony!
Yvonne and Reed, Upland, California/Carrollton, Texas
In this world, we seek to find ourselves and our individuality. Once we feel grounded, and feel a true sense of identity, we seek to find our soul mate, a person with whom we can continue to grow and learn, aspiring together for great things in life. When Reed and I became engaged, we had a shared vision and expectations of an officiant. No two couples are the same, therefore it was important for our ceremony to incorporate and reflect our individuality, as man and woman, now transitioning to husband and wife. It had to be the best possible celebration of our union and blessed love. We knew that our union, intimate, personal, dynamic and mature, required an experienced, wise, insightful and intuitive rabbi.
From our first conversation with you, we knew you were the "one". We felt confident that our special day was entrusted into the right hands. Your demeanor, presence, and energy were exactly what we had envisioned. Together we deliberately and carefully planned the perfect ceremony, incorporating Christian and Jewish traditions. You officiated it beautifully, with great fluidity switching back and forth between Hebrew, English, and Spanish. We are truly grateful to you for having the passion and gift to officiate a wedding in such a stellar way!
Sarah and Michael, Salem, Massachusetts
Thank you for being such a big part of our special day! You did such an amazing job. You are so open-minded, and you made everything seem so easy. You helped us create our own special ceremony, one we will never forget. Everyone at the wedding had such a great time. They loved how well you explained all of the different traditions in the ceremony, and how you made everyone feel so comfortable. We highly recommend you to anyone who is in need of a Rabbi to celebrate with them during the most special time of their lives. Thank you!
Meredith and Bert, Houston/Beaumont, Texas
We cannot thank you enough for being part of our special day. To say that it surpassed everyone’s expectations would be an understatement. Your ability to “work” the crowd, and at the same time make the event special and personal for the bride and groom is a true gift. You added so much life and energy to the ceremony. So many people have said so many wonderful things about you. Thank you again for everything!
We are so happy that you are able to do the wedding ceremony for Bert’s brother and future sister in law. It is truly special to have you officiate two siblings’ weddings. We are excited to share this with them!
Jessica and Matthew, Ludlow, Massachusetts/Ardsley, New York
You did a wonderful job! You took the time to get to know us and found out what you needed to do to make our day special. Everyone was raving over the wonderful job you did. We recommend you to any couple, interfaith or otherwise.
Kamilla and Naum, Houston, Texas
Thank you so much for everything! It was truly a pleasure working with you and having you play such an important role in our wedding. Everything came together so beautifully. So many guests commented on how beautiful the ceremony was, and how much they enjoyed it. Thank you again and all the best!
Sarah and Brian, Corpus Christi, Texas/Columbia, Maryland
It was a beautiful ceremony! Brian and I really enjoyed it. We loved how you made the ceremony not only about us as a couple but about us and my daughter as a family. Thank you for making our union so special!
Dani and Josh, Dallas, Texas
We are both Jewish but wanted to have our ceremony on a Saturday. We were having so much trouble finding a Rabbi who would officiate our wedding before 9pm... until we found you! You were amazing from start to finish. You were always very reliable and accessible. You were professional, yet funny and personable.
From our first meeting, it was clear that you were going to go the extra mile to make sure that our ceremony was perfectly catered to us. Over the next three meetings, you really made an effort to get to know us. You also provided us with valuable resources to better understand the ceremony and choose the parts that we wanted in our wedding. We continue to get so many compliments on our ceremony, and we always credit you. We can't thank you enough for giving us such a wonderful, meaningful ceremony!
Our message to Jewish couples like us? Rabbi Gruber doesn't just do interfaith weddings; he was amazing in giving us the personalized Jewish wedding that we wanted!
Sheryl and Shane, Plano, Texas
David, it was so important to Sheryl and to me that our wedding have aspects of both the Jewish and Christian traditions. Thanks to you we were able to accomplish that and much more. You scripted the words you said specifically to what Sheryl and I believe. You made our wedding day very special, and so meaningful, not only for us but for everyone who attended. Thank you soooooo much!
Angela and Kevin, Arlington, Texas
In a world where it can sometimes be difficult to find spiritual leaders who will endorse and embrace interfaith relationships, it was more than a breath of fresh air to find you. Your desire to recognize couples of all combinations, and create tailor-made ceremonies that are unique to the love shared by two people, were a Godsend to us.
You married us in a ceremony that was so perfectly designed to include both our Jewish and Christian traditions. You are truly gifted with ceremonial artistry. You were purposeful about spending time getting to know us, know our story, and know our hearts. Through this, on our special day, you were able to so eloquently convey the uniqueness of our journey, our love, and the road of life before us. All of our guests were exposed to a magnificent telling of our love, our individual beliefs, the traditions from which we came, and how the culmination of all those things would be the strength and backbone of our union forever.
Without question, the most repeated compliment we received from our guests was how amazingly beautiful our ceremony was, unlike any they had witnessed before. Thank you for your unforgettable contribution to one of the most important days of our lives. You have blessed us tremendously, and we are forever grateful!
Meredith and David, Dallas, Texas
You were the perfect choice as our co-officiant for our wedding. After our first conversation on the phone we knew you were our man. You brought warmth, compassion, understanding, professionalism and the rabbinical fortitude to help make our wedding ceremony one for the books! Not only did we feel that everything was executed perfectly, we can't tell you how many compliments we heard from numerous guests throughout the evening. You were engaging, thoughtful, funny, and all the things a rabbi needs to perform the desired rituals, and keep the audience mentally and emotionally involved.
We guess the best endorsement we could give is... we wish we could do it all over again, and do it exactly the same way! Thanks for everything!!!
Misty and Brian, Dallas, Texas
You were wonderful. The time you took to personally get to know us, guide us in ceremony design, and in working with the minister was truly appreciated. On the day of the wedding you were helpful in making sure all went smoothly. In the ceremony you were funny, informative, and eloquent in your delivery. We received so much feedback from our family and guests on how wonderful the ceremony was. It brought tears to the eyes of many and all felt included and informed. Again, we truly appreciate your participation in our wedding!
Stacy and Mark, Liberty Hill, Texas
Reuniting twenty years after we began our relationship, we wanted our wedding to be a very personal and meaningful event. We are both Jewish, but don't belong to a synagogue. We don't have Jewish friends, and the only other Jewish person in attendance would be the groom's mother, so an interfaith wedding rabbi was a great choice. You were very personable, and you took time to get to know us and our situation. At the ceremony you spoke with both reverence and relatability. You wrote and delivered a very moving ceremony that awed and impressed everyone. Because of you, we had the PERFECT wedding ceremony. We were showered with compliments about you throughout the reception. In twenty years no one will care about the dinner they had at one's wedding, but the words used to unite a couple as husband and wife will always resonate. We were truly honored to begin our life together with your words. Shalom!
Katie and Jonathan, Palm Beach, Florida
It is a month after our wedding, and we still run into friends and family who attended. They always have three comments, in this order: 1. We loved the ceremony and how it incorporated your two faiths 2. The Rabbi and Priest must have known each other for years; the service ran so smoothly, and the two played off each other so well. 3. We loved the food.
After searching high and low for a Rabbi that would perform the ceremony, we were put at ease after our first phone conversation with you. As we continued our phone meetings, we were excited to see the script of our ceremony start to form. Your knowledge and experience helped guide us when selecting readings and traditions that we wanted included in our service. Your attention to detail and organization is first rate! During one of our meetings with the Priest, he commented that he had done interfaith weddings in the past, but this was the first time he had been provided with such a detailed layout and thought it to be extremely well planned out and organized. We truly appreciate everything you did for us to help make that day come off as we envisioned it in our minds!
Jenna and Jason, Charlotte, North Carolina
You were a lifesaver! We were really struggling to find a rabbi, who would help us plan the ideal ceremony that we hoped for, one that would involve both a priest and a rabbi, as well as traditions from both religions. Then we found you online, and could not have been happier! You were great from start to finish, and really talked us through the entire process. The ceremony itself turned out perfect. Our wedding would not have been the same without you! We highly recommend you to any couple who wants the perfect ceremony.
Caitlin and Ben, Bedford, Texas
It was getting close to our wedding day, about six weeks out, and I had given up on calling all of our local area synagogues. Not one rabbi would even consider co-officiating a wedding in a Methodist church. We then received an email with a reference to you, the Interfaith Wedding Rabbi, David Gruber. I immediately sent you an email, and got a very quick positive response. You were excited and motivated to work with us. We met three times before the wedding, twice with you only, and once with the minister. We talked extensively, and meticulously planned the ceremony.
Our ceremony went so smoothly; it was perfect! The feedback we received from our guests was great. They were all raving about you. You did such a great job, tied in all of the traditions we wanted, and even made several jokes, keeping our guests attention. We couldn't be happier with how things went, and highly recommend you to anyone looking to have the perfect interfaith wedding!
Brooke and Casey, Manhattan Beach, California
It was wonderful meeting and interacting with you over the past year. You helped us develop a fantastic ceremony which everyone enjoyed. Your calm presence and fantastic chanting voice really made our wedding ceremony shine. Thank you so much again for everything!
Sarah and Matt, Dallas, Texas
From the very beginning, our experience with you was a perfect blend of professional and personal. You really took the time to get to know us before deciding what to write/say at our wedding. You made yourself available to us anytime we had a question or concern that we needed to bounce off of you.
On the wedding day you arrived early and well prepared, and the ceremony was all we had hoped for. We received so many compliments regarding our ceremony, and are very appreciative you took the time to make it special.
Jessica and Joel, Southlake, Texas
Thank you so much for sharing our special day! It meant so much to us to have this beautiful ceremony. You made it oh so comfortable for us both. Thank you very much, and we look forward to serving as a reference.
Renee and Brian, San Antonio, Texas
Thank you so much for the wonderful ceremony, and for making it such a meaningful day! You really understood what we wanted, and you made it all come together. We are so grateful.
Nad and Alex, Sydney, Australia
Thank you so much for making our wedding day such a wonderful experience! We really appreciate all of the time and effort you put into creating our unique ceremony, and for traveling all the way to Thailand to officiate it so beautifully. Please do keep in touch!
Emily and Matthew, New Orleans, Louisiana
Thank you so much for your support and guidance throughout the engagement and wedding. There has not been one person who attended the wedding that has not commented on what a terrific job you and Father Michael did. Everyone thought you two had been working together for years. From our first conversation through the wedding ceremony, you were truly dedicated to making our wedding special and meaningful for US. We will never forget your dedication and advice that assisted us in making this special time truly perfect. Thanks for everything, and we look forward to keeping in touch!
Lori and Matt, Austin, Texas
We can't thank you enough for helping make our wedding so memorable! So many guests commented on how beautiful the ceremony was. Through your explanations all our guests were able to appreciate and understand what each tradition meant. They especially enjoyed your sense of humor, which is something we knew we wanted in our Rabbi.
It was so hard to find a Rabbi who would work with us, together, to create just the ceremony we wanted. We are an interfaith couple, who feel strongly about tradition and commitment, and who respect both religions. At the same time, it was important to us to have a more secular wedding centered around who we were as a couple. With you we were able to have it all.
You were so great to work with. We truly appreciate your time and expertise. You took the time to get to know us as a couple, and you were always available, if we needed suggestions or help. You helped us create such a wonderful ceremony that really represented who we are. You met our every expectation! Thank you again!
Rena and Jeff, Allen, Texas
Thanks for the wonderful service you performed. We received so many compliments about you and the ceremony. It was everything we wanted, and you helped make our wedding the most special event we could have ever imagined. Thank you again for everything. We will always remember this very special ceremony!
Wadia and Jared, Washington, District of Columbia/New York, New York
We could not be happier with our choice to invite you to officiate our wedding. You withstood scorching heat and torrential rain to marry us in beautiful Merida, Mexico. You worked closely with us to craft a ceremony that expressed our love for each other, our families and our friends, while also respecting our distinct cultures and traditions. Not one person failed to mention the beauty of the ceremony. David, it was a joy to meet you, and have you as a part of our special day!
Selina and Elliot, West New York, New Jersey
Distinction is the first word that comes to mind when describing your talent for officiating. You did a superb job not only bringing two people together in matrimony, but bringing two faiths together as well.
From our first call it was quite clear that you were going to be the right man for the job. You wanted to learn about us in depth. Where did we come from? How did we come to where we are today both religiously and professionally? Not surprisingly, many of the questions you asked us allowed us to reflect on how we were going to shape our future together.
With great care you balanced the respect and reverence for each of our families’ respective religious convictions at the wedding. The majority of the ceremony was done in Hebrew and English, but you also went out of your way to learn a prayer in Gujarati, and you included several Indian traditions in the ceremony.
The experience from start to finish was handled with professionalism and respect. Thank you for all your help and guidance. We would recommend you to anyone!
Parents
Linda and Kenneth, Duncanville, Texas
You spent a lot of time getting to know our daughter and her fiance. You are a kind, intelligent, and compassionate man. The ceremony was beautiful and warm, and we intend to ask you to perform similar services for our other children. We highly recommend you without any reservations!
Gayle and Gene, Panama, Nebraska
I know now that our daughter was right when she told me that you were a perfect fit for them. The ceremony honored them as a couple and their love for each other, encompassing traditions from both of their cultures, and it was fun! Thank you for helping them to create the perfect ceremony, one they and we will remember the rest of our lives.
Kathleen and Darrell, Houston, Texas
Thank you for such a moving service. Your service in conjunction with Father Kappe's was beautiful. This service satisfied both our wishes and the wishes of our son in law’s parents. I'm sorry we didn't get to visit longer, but our brief meeting enriched my life, and again I want you to know how much we appreciated the effort you made to make their wedding day one that we all will remember forever.
Laurie and Bruce, Silver Spring, Maryland
Thank your for everything you did to get the whole process going and on track. Our son was very impressed with how well the ceremony itself went and he was particularly pleased with the seamless flow between you and Father Drenzek. Thanks again for everything!
Wendy and Larry, Houston, Texas
We received many compliments about the ceremony and things couldn't have gone better! Very few of the guests had ever attended a Jewish wedding ceremony before. I'm glad it all went so well. Thank you so much!
Barbara and Don, Eunice, Louisiana
We can’t thank you enough. Everyone has told us it was the most beautiful wedding they ever attended. They said you could just feel the love in the air. My Catholic friends had never been to a Jewish wedding, and were so impressed with you and all the Jewish customs, especially your comments about what you learned from the couple uniting two faiths and two cultures, and how the whole world should learn from them. You and Deacon Don made it a wonderful and memorable event for everyone. Indeed a week ago we went to visit the couple, and they and their friends were still talking about the ceremony.
Today a friend called to tell me about a wedding in New Orleans last week, where the rabbi spoke of a Eunice girl marrying a Jewish man from Turkey. Then I remembered that you had indeed told us that you were officiating another wedding in New Orleans a few weeks after our daughter’s wedding. She said that the wedding ceremony was quite moving. May God continue to bless you, your family and your ministry!
Linda and Barry, New Orleans, Louisiana
Thank you so much for the beautiful marriage ceremony that you performed for Jonathan and Sara Beth. It meant so much to us that you were there, and we deeply appreciate your willingness to officiate at Sara Beth’s church in Little Rock, Arkansas. Thank you so much for a truly special service!
Susan and Harvey, Potomac, Maryland
It was our pleasure to meet you. As we got to know you, we came to appreciate the full measure of your wisdom and caring. You are highly educated on Jewish affairs, open-minded regarding other religions and points of view, and very personable as well. As befits such a fine man, you also have a wonderful wife, Liat, and a beautiful family. You are a true mentsch!
Florin and Shlomo, Plano, Texas
You are a very unique individual. Our daughter, Na'ama, felt very comfortable with you from your first meeting, and throughout your work together on her Bat-Mitzvah ceremony. The subject you selected for the learning session she led at the heart of the ceremony, A Celebration of Multiple Identities and the American Spirit, was perfect. Built around the story of her namesake, Solomon's wife, this subject was very close to her heart and very relevant to her life. The ceremony itself was wonderful, and you conducted it in an extremely professional, friendly and warm manner.
We will spread the word of your great services and amazing job amongst our friends. We highly recommend you to anyone who is interested in having a meaningful life cycle ceremony, be it a wedding or a Bar/Bat Mitzvah!
Beverly and Dan, Dallas, Texas
Thank you for making our daughter’s wedding magical. We loved it, and everyone loved you. Our guests were so impressed, and just could not stop talking about the ceremony. Thanks, again!
Sharon and Dan, Frisco, Texas
Thank you so much for conducting such a beautiful ceremony and service for Jennifer and Brian’s wedding. Thank you also for your input and guidance during the months prior to their wedding. Jennifer and Brian found your meetings with them very beneficial. Many thanks again!
Farrah and Nate, Dallas, Texas
You were excellent. You embraced our family with open arms, and created a beautiful baby naming ceremony for our daughter. You were non-judgmental and open to all of our suggestions. Everyone had a wonderful time!
Linda and Stan, Atlanta, Georgia
We would like to thank you for the beautiful ceremony that you performed for Brian and Misty. It was so meaningful and combined the backgrounds of both families in such a wonderful manner. Again, thank you!
Marcia and Michael, Frisco, Texas
David, I can't begin to tell you what a joy it was to listen to Betsy and Billy's ceremony. Your words were those of a man who had come to know the two people standing in front of him. The time you spent talking with, and listening to them evolved into words that were especially meaningful to them and to the many people who were present at their wedding.
A Rabbi is a teacher more than anything else. Since there were many at the wedding who had never witnessed a wedding in the Jewish tradition, it was wonderful how you explained all the various symbolisms. As a "Jewish mother," it was particularly important to me that the wedding traditions that had been a part of my wedding be carried onto the next generation (l'dor v'dor), and you did this in such a beautiful way. Thank you!
Janet and Rick, Houston, Texas
Thanks so much, Rabbi Gruber! We have heard so many positive comments about the ceremony, with people telling us they had never seen anything like it, and that they would remember it for a long time. We were personally touched by the ceremony, and by the fact that Dr. Longsworth opened the church to us, and was excited to share the service with you. Thanks for opening your heart to Ben and Caitlin and for making their special day even more special, meaningful and memorable! (It was a pleasure meeting Liat too.) We look forward to recommending you to others, as I know Ben and Caitlin do.
Denny and Shelly, Cincinnati, Ohio
We would like to thank you for helping to make Jared and Wadia's wedding weekend in Merida, Mexico a very meaningful and memorable event, not only for the wedding couple and us, but for all those in attendance. We continue to receive numerous compliments as to the warmth that pervaded the ceremony.
We are sure that this was the first and possibly only exposure by many in attendance to a traditional Jewish ceremony. Your explanations in both English and Spanish were right on, the amount of Hebrew was just enough to keep it traditional, and the humor added a lighter touch at exactly the right moments.
Everyone has spoken very highly of you, and we could not be happier with Jared and Wadia's choice of you as the officiating Rabbi. Thanks again!
Judy and Bob, Dallas, Texas
We really appreciated the special time and effort you put into our children's ceremony. You made everyone feel comfortable, and made it a very moving experience. Thanks so much!
Sharon and Irving, Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania
We just wanted to thank you for everything. The ceremony was beautiful. Everyone complimented you and the pastor on a wonderful job. They thought you both knew each other for a while, and had worked together before. They were surprised to learn you had only met in person that day! We highly recommend you to anyone who needs a rabbi for their children's wedding. Again, thank you for everything!
Jane and David, Kenner, Louisiana
Your wedding ceremony for Emily and Matthew was nothing short of spectacular. This is not simply my opinion, but the consensus of the 300+ guests of all different faiths. The couple, as well as all of the guests, felt like you had known the couple all of their lives. Thank you so very much for making their wedding ceremony so special and exceeding all of our expectations. The greatest compliment I can give you is that our other son is getting married this summer to a young lady not of the Jewish faith. He was so overwhelmed by your wedding ceremony that he intends to ask you to officiate his. Thank you again for making this wedding so special!
Nancy and Warren, Tampa, Florida
Thank you, David, for officiating our daughter's wedding, and for creating a ceremony that was a true blend of Jewish and Mexican traditions, making everyone feel included. All of our guests raved that it was the most beautiful ceremony they had ever witnessed. We didn't expect you to be trilingual, and that added to the beauty of the ceremony. Your humor and charm were also much appreciated. Thanks again for making our daughter's wedding a memorable and special night that will remain prominent in the memories of everyone who witnessed it.
Ada Luisa, El Paso, Texas
We are so thankful you officiated my daughter's wedding in Mexico City. You were so attentive and kind to us all. The ceremony was absolutely wonderful, and your words were beautiful and unforgettable. I will always remember this beautiful ceremony!
Suly and Mohamed, Colleyville, Texas
You did an awesome job officiating our daughter's wedding, with so much grace and dignity. You made everybody cry; you made everybody laugh. What more can parents ask for!
Bella and Oleg, New York, New York
We loved your article about our son's wedding in Thailand. You have no idea how much it meant to us that you took the time to travel all that way. We are so grateful for the special and beautiful ceremony you officiated. Thank you!
Co-Officiants
Reverend Phil Pike, Maineville, Ohio
You were an absolute pleasure to work with, and were exceptionally prepared and professional. You performed a beautiful ceremony, and I enjoyed working with you and would gladly do it again. I highly recommend your services!
Father Billy O’Riordan, New Orleans, Louisiana
It was a joy working with you and I will be sure to tell others who may need some guidance in the future about you and the ceremony. I really enjoyed everything and my annual Christmas epistle will have mention of the wedding, as it was one of the highlights of this year, so far.
Father Peter Drenzek, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Everything went very well in the ceremony we co-officiated, and special thanks to you for pulling the whole thing together. I was so pleased that the groom was as moved as he was. God's blessing on your work!
Pastor Dave Janssen, State College, Pennsylvania
I honestly believe that what happened together was so much more valuable than what we could have done solo. It was an absolute delight to work with you, and it would be so much fun to do this again! It was just so much fun to meet you and to hear about your journey!
Reverend Bill Smith, Highland Park (Dallas), Texas
What a joy it was to serve with you. It was a most meaningful service; thank you for all that you did to develop it. I am most appreciative, as I know they are. Rest assured, when I have another request for a rabbi to co-officiate a wedding ceremony, you will be first on my list to call!
Reverend Nahor Muchiutti, South Lancaster, Massachusetts
I really appreciate your kind and professional work co-officiating the wedding ceremony with me. Thank you for organizing everything so meticulously, and most and above all for your personal touch and friendship. I look forward to keeping in touch with you. We were blessed by your presence. May Adonai be with you!
Reverend Andy Lewis, Carrollton, Texas
It was a real pleasure to plan together for and co-officiate an inter-religious wedding with you. You brought a wealth of experience to the planning process, which eased everyone’s minds, and was responsive to my and the couple’s points of view. The wedding ceremony itself was beautiful, poignant, and went without a hitch!
Reverend Vic Nixon, Little Rock, Arkansas
What a great wedding! I really enjoyed planning and working with you, as well as having the opportunity to spend time getting acquainted. I feel that our planning together and with the couple was done openly and respectfully for our faith traditions. The wedding service itself affirmed both traditions explicitly and celebrated our commonalities. It was a beautiful and joyous occasion. I feel that I’ve made a good friend as well as developed a professional relationship with a trusted and capable colleague in ministry. I look forward to more opportunities to work with you.
Father Tom Voorhies, Scott, Louisiana
You were a pleasure to work with. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Everyone commented on how beautiful the ceremony was. I highly recommend you to any couple. God bless you and your family!
Bob Eaton, Houston, Texas
I truly enjoyed this collaboration with you. I know that you embrace the thought that anything one can do to help bring such joy to a couple at the start of their married life is a wonderful act. I was honored to be asked to work with you in this endeavor. The guests were vocal about how wonderful they thought the ceremony was, and how much they particularly appreciated our personal remarks. I wish you well as you continue your life’s journey, continue your growth and continue to bring such joy to the life of others.
Pastor Larry Parsley, Coppell, Texas
It was a real pleasure working with you! I found you to be warm and kind, and so easy to collaborate with, when it came to putting the ceremony together. At the reception, I heard many great comments about how much your presence added to the ceremony. I highly recommend you to any couple.
Deacon Mike Gesch, Austin, Texas
David, I enjoyed working with you! I have co-officiated with many ministers, but your professionalism and charm really added to the ceremony. Our mutual agreement in focusing on what the couple needed made the experience a lasting memory. I wish you the very best in accomplishing your goal of ministering to those in need.
Monsignor Harry Greig, Lake Charles, Louisiana
I found you pleasant, flexible, sensitive, a joy to work with, and inclusive in bringing together the cultures and traditions of the couple. It was clear you truly wanted the ceremony to reflect the couple's faiths and speak to their experiences. Your sense of humor was well evident too!
Comments from both Christians and Jews following the ceremony were so positive. The God who created us was definitely present with His guidance. I hope we have the opportunity to work with one another again.
Reverend C.J. Taylor, Houston, Texas
Working with you was a joy! You spent much time with Misty and Brian helping them understand how to best blend their faith traditions in an interfaith wedding ceremony. Together, we were able to work with them to write a ceremony they found very meaningful. You were warm and winsome, and you made everyone feel so comfortable during the planning stages and the ceremony itself. I look forward to working again together!
Reverend David Robinson, McLean, Virginia
David, I was very pleased to share the honor of co-officiating with you. I enjoyed our conversations over the phone and in Durango very much, and I learned a lot from you over the past months. Thank you for leading the couple over the months of planning so well, through the sensitive moments to crafting a ceremony that brought both families such joy and peace. Please keep in touch. Shalom! Dave
Reverend Ken Byrd (Love Notes Weddings), Garland, Texas
David, it was such a pleasure officiating with you not once, but twice in the same weekend. You approached me with respect for my Christian faith, and a spirit of cooperation that I found refreshing. We both had the same goals – to make the wedding experience for the bride and groom a memorable one, and bring the best of both faiths into the ceremony. We were very successful at doing that together. I will admit to one tiny envious issue – the prayers sound so much better chanted in Hebrew than spoken in English!
Pastor Tim Roth, Houston, Texas
It was a pleasure to work with you and co-officiate the ceremony. There were numerous compliments regarding how well we worked together and how much folks enjoyed the ceremony. I look forward to working with you again.
Padré Benito Aguilar, Cancun, Mexico
I have no words to communicate my happiness and good feelings following the ceremony that I had the honor of co-officiating with you at Iris and Ben's wedding here at the Moon Palace. I was glad to hear the compliments of the Jewish community after the ceremony, and to see all the guests rejoice praying to the same God. How important and necessary it is to live united in peace and love, today more than ever. I look forward to co-officiating with you again in the near future!
