Frequently Asked Questions
What is 'interfaith'?
The interfaith movement views all religions and faith traditions as paths toward the same goal: the spiritual evolution of the individual and of the world community.
The interfaith movement views all religions and faith traditions as paths toward the same goal: the spiritual evolution of the individual and of the world community.
(image courtesy of Rev. Andrew Kille, http://www.revdak.com/)
What does an interfaith minister do?
As an interfaith minister, I am committed to serve people of all faith traditions and spiritual beliefs, or lack thereof.
Is a wedding ceremony performed by an interfaith minister legally binding?
Yes, although the minister must be registered with the local municipality.
I am registered with the City of New York as a Marriage Officiant, which allows me to legally marry couples in New York, Connecticut and Massachusetts. For weddings outside of those areas, I will have to register with the local municipality, which I am happy to do.
What do you charge for your services?
Rates for individual ceremonies vary, as they are based on a number of factors, such as the complexity of the ceremony, the preparation time required, travel distance, etc. After an initial meeting, I will quote you an estimate of what I will charge to design and perform your ceremony. My intention is to provide a service that is affordable to you. I am happy to work with you so that you are comfortable with the cost.
How does the process of designing a ceremony actually work?
The process of designing a ceremony is dynamic and fun! After an initial meeting, we will regularly stay in touch by phone or through email to exchange ideas as we develop the "script" for the ceremony, designing the flow and selecting elements to include. You may choose whatever level of involvement feels right for you. Some people want to be co-creators of their ceremony with the minister while others prefer to have me do the bulk of the design. In the latter arrangement, you and your partners serve as a kind of "editorial board."
Where are you willing to travel?
I am happy to travel to anywhere in New England.
Where can gay and lesbian couples legally marry?
Gay and lesbian couples can marry in all fifty states.
We want to have more than one officiant to perform the ceremony.
Are you willing to work with someone else to plan and perform the ceremony?
Absolutely!
We want to get married in a church/synagogue/mosque...can you be our minister for the ceremony?
I am happy to do this. Each religious community, however, has its own policies regarding who may perform ceremonies in their space. You would need research the organization directly to find out what their policies are.
What does an interfaith minister do?
As an interfaith minister, I am committed to serve people of all faith traditions and spiritual beliefs, or lack thereof.
Is a wedding ceremony performed by an interfaith minister legally binding?
Yes, although the minister must be registered with the local municipality.
I am registered with the City of New York as a Marriage Officiant, which allows me to legally marry couples in New York, Connecticut and Massachusetts. For weddings outside of those areas, I will have to register with the local municipality, which I am happy to do.
What do you charge for your services?
Rates for individual ceremonies vary, as they are based on a number of factors, such as the complexity of the ceremony, the preparation time required, travel distance, etc. After an initial meeting, I will quote you an estimate of what I will charge to design and perform your ceremony. My intention is to provide a service that is affordable to you. I am happy to work with you so that you are comfortable with the cost.
How does the process of designing a ceremony actually work?
The process of designing a ceremony is dynamic and fun! After an initial meeting, we will regularly stay in touch by phone or through email to exchange ideas as we develop the "script" for the ceremony, designing the flow and selecting elements to include. You may choose whatever level of involvement feels right for you. Some people want to be co-creators of their ceremony with the minister while others prefer to have me do the bulk of the design. In the latter arrangement, you and your partners serve as a kind of "editorial board."
Where are you willing to travel?
I am happy to travel to anywhere in New England.
Where can gay and lesbian couples legally marry?
Gay and lesbian couples can marry in all fifty states.
We want to have more than one officiant to perform the ceremony.
Are you willing to work with someone else to plan and perform the ceremony?
Absolutely!
We want to get married in a church/synagogue/mosque...can you be our minister for the ceremony?
I am happy to do this. Each religious community, however, has its own policies regarding who may perform ceremonies in their space. You would need research the organization directly to find out what their policies are.