Jewish Wedding Rabbi

Rabbi Andrea Frank, Jewish Wedding Rabbi Officiates in New York, Westchester County, the Tri-State Area, California and Washington State for Jewish Weddings, Baby Naming and Bar Bat Mitzvah. Jewish, Interfaith, Civil Weddings ceremonies. Each ceremony is unique intertwining the Jewish Ceremony order and customs which is why having a rabbi to guide you is so important.

 

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Interfaith Couples

Interfaith Couples, Interfaith Jewish Wedding

Interfaith couples can have a beautiful interfaith Jewish wedding under a Chuppah for interfaith couples, blending traditions and honoring both partners.

Interfaith Couples
The Angel Orensanz Center in NYC in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. It was originally built as a synagogue. A congregation is still connected to this temple.

 

Many couples come from different backgrounds, and finding common ground is part of building a beautiful life together. Marriage takes patience, practice, and commitment, and with time couples learn to move in sync with one another — building a home filled with love, respect, and shared values.

Unfortunately, some clergy will not officiate for interfaith couples, even when both partners are committed to creating a Jewish home and future together. This rejection often leaves couples feeling pushed away from Jewish life. But I believe the opposite should be true: our future is stronger when we open our arms rather than close our doors.

As a rabbi, I welcome interfaith couples with warmth, respect, and guidance. Love is a sacred gift from God, and it deserves acknowledgment and blessing. My role is to help you honor Jewish wedding traditions while also respecting both of your backgrounds — so your ceremony reflects not only where you come from, but also the future you are building together.

Frequently Asked Questions
Will you Co-Officiate with a Minister, Priest, or Deacon?

I understand many couples want equal representation in their ceremony. After co-officiating a few weddings, I have decided to no longer offer this service. However, I work closely with couples to create a ceremony that honors both partners’ backgrounds in meaningful ways.

 Will you include wedding customs from other cultures?

Absolutely! I have experience intertwining customs from different cultures, many of which complement Jewish wedding traditions beautifully. To keep your ceremony meaningful and flowing, I typically limit additional customs so the ceremony stays between 20-30 minutes. This ensures every part is memorable without feeling rushed or too long.

Will you blend non-Jewish customs in our ceremony?

Yes — within reason. Common additions include:

  • Unity Candle or Unity Sand ceremonies

  • Readings from other traditions
    These optional elements are carefully integrated to maintain the flow and meaning of the Jewish wedding ceremony.

Are you sure my future spouse is not Jewish?

Yes! I fully support all couples’ choices. Whether you are interfaith or one partner is Jewish, I create a ceremony that is inclusive, heartfelt, and meaningful for both of you.

Can you officiate on a Saturday evening?
Yes. Ceremonies begin after 6:00 PM, with the Ketubah signing beforehand. This includes the state marriage license.

Do you officiate Friday weddings?
Yes, for local weddings in Westchester County before 3:00 PM to honor Shabbat.

Do you officiate weekdays?
 Sunday, Monday to Friday 

Do you offer destination weddings?
Absolutely. I travel anywhere in the U.S. and or local New York City cruise ports to officiate your ceremony. That includes Niagara Falls on the New York side.
Chicago, California, Florida, Montana, North Carolina and on the ski slopes of Colorado or Utah.

Personalized Support for Every Couple

I work closely with all couples to:

  • Plan a ceremony reflecting your vision, wishes and family customs

  • Answer questions and provide pre-wedding guidance, online wedding meetings with support throughout the planning process

Local Locations I Serve – Tri-State Area

The Jewish Wedding Rabbi resides in Westchester County, New York and covers the Metropolitan area; New York (including New York City-Manhattan), Queens (Long Island City), Brooklyn (Prospect Park area, Park Slope, DUMBO, Greenpoint), Westchester County (Lower Hudson Valley – Bear Mountain, Beacon, Peekskill, Mahopac), Connecticut (Fairfield), Bronx (Botanical Gardens, Wave Hill), Long Island (Nassau County) and New Jersey (Northern NJ).

Book Your Ceremony

As your rabbi for Jewish wedding, your wedding officiant,  I’ll help create a ceremony that is heartfelt, meaningful, and uniquely yours.  Contact me to start a conversation and begin planning your personalized Jewish wedding.

 

 

Still exploring?
If you’d like to read more before booking, here are a few resources couples find meaningful:

Jewish wedding canopy – the Chuppah

Interfaith Couples learn about the Jewish Ceremony