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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Are you a registered officiant in NYC and the 5 Boros?

A. Yes, I am... My Officiant Registration # is 75292. 

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Q. About how many weddings have you performed?

A. Since 2002, I have been blessed to have performed well over 1,000 weddings, initially as a Cantor and then as a Rabbi.

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Q. How many of the weddings you have performed are Interfaith?

A. As there are still few Rabbis in the tri-state area who perform Interfaith marriages, my services are in demand. As a result, a large majority of the weddings I perform are Interfaith... however, I am a Reform Rabbi and do perform traditional Jewish weddings on a regular basis.

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Q. Do you perform non-denominational and civil ceremonies?

A. Yes, I can and do perform all kinds of services. I can create a service that fits your needs... You need only ask.

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Q. What are the fees for your services?

A. My fee varies depending on where and when your wedding is being held.. Most of the weddings I perfom are in the New York Metro area and can cover a very large area. I have performed weddings throughout the country... So please call or email me with the specifics and I will work with you to make sure your expectations are fully realized.

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Q. How long have you been a Rabbi?

A. I was Ordained in 2007 by the Rabbinical Seminary International (RSI) located in New York City (see links) after completing a 5-year course of study under the world renowned Kabbalist Rabbi Doctor Joseph Gelberman (of Blessed Memory). I am also an ordained Interfaith Minister as well as an ordained Spiritual Minister since early 2007.

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Q. Do you have a Congregation?

A. I am an affiliate Rabbi with Congregation Chavurah Beth Shalom of Alpine, New Jersey, and regularly conduct Shabbat services and as well participate in my congregations High Holy Day Services .

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Q. Why do some Reform Rabbis refuse to perform interfaith weddings and you seem to have no problem with it? 

A. Having been raised in an ultra-Orthodox Chassidic community (see my Bio), I saw first-hand how people can be dismissed and shunned because they do not share common beliefs and I have dedicated myself to making the world more inclusive... I believe that religious traditions should be celebrated as they are a part of who we are and are a reflection of our values. I further believe that in God's eyes we are ALL equal...

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Q. Can you recommend a Priest, Minister or Reverend to perform our wedding?

A. I have worked with truly amazing and gifted clergy of all faiths and would be honored to recommend any number of them, so please feel free to contact me.

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