Same-sex marriages, Same-sex unions, Commitment ceremonies, Civil unions and Domestic Partnerships

Over the years I have had the great privilege of working with many gay and lesbian couples in the New York area. I am honored to welcome all couples, gay, lesbian, and heterosexuals. Gay and lesbian couples seeking a formalization of their partnership through a commitment ceremony receive the same familiar ceremonial wedding elements that can be customized to their personal style and values.   Many couples choose to have a procession, vows, ring exchange, declaration and a blessing.  Casual and alternative ceremonies are also a wonderful and supportive way to formalize your partnership for life.

Our wonderful journey began when the universe responded by guiding us to Reverend Jeddah’s website. After the first interaction, we were so excited having found the right person to marry us. During the whole process, Reverend Jeddah guided us , asked important questions regarding our relationship and managed beautifully the crafting of the ceremony flow.

She always made sure that we were addressed as individuals building the concept of our day together. It truly felt that the day was  about us.  Reverend Jeddah has a true gift that led us through this sometimes stressful process with laughter and joy.

The day of was very special and beyond what we thought it could be.  Reverend Jeddah radiated love and was so tuned in with us that the spiritual messages she delivered really were more than true and relevant, they will stay with us.

We are very humble that we have met Reverend Jeddah, a wonderful spiritually gifted human being.

Thank you!

Grace & Beatrix from Vienna,  Ladies Pavilion, Central Park

When we first met with Jeddah, we knew right away that she had to be the one to officiate our ceremony. She was so warm, kind, and personable. We both felt an immediate sense of comfort and security, which made it so easy to speak openly about our relationship, our lives, our faiths, and our ideas for the ceremony. She was able to bring so much out of us, and she taught us how to speak with our hearts. After our meeting was over, it felt as though we were saying goodbye to a relative or a good friend rather than someone we just met.

Our ceremony was so personal and touching and funny and insightful.   There was never an awkward moment because we knew that she was there; she was prepared and in control. She wasn’t only a speaker, she was a master of the ceremony.

She did a great job of including every one of our guests in the ceremony. After it was over, people were saying things like: “Listening to her words, it was as if we were renewing our own vows” and “I wish I could have written down what she said in the ceremony because it was so thoughtful and heartfelt.” Everyone was so touched and incredibly inspired. It was such a special day in our lives and one that none of us could ever forget.

Thank you so much Jeddah. We were so excited to hear your words and to be with you as you guided us through our ceremony. You did not disappoint. You went far beyond our expectations. I am so happy that you came into our lives and created this special day for us. You will always be a dear friend. Lots and Lots of Love,

Eric and Dennis

“Rev. Jeddah was certainly a highlight in officiating our ceremony.  Her natural warmth and connectivity to us and our guests made our day more intimate and personable than we could ever hope for. From our first meeting Rev Jeddah assured us that she would deliver a meaningful message and she delivered beautifully!  Rev Jeddah gave us direction from day one in planning our vows – a planning process which put us at ease.  I wholeheartedly believe that if anyone wants a wedding ceremony that will grasp the soul, then Rev Jeddah should be the one to officiate. ” CJ  & Jimmy

“We were enchanted with Reverend Jeddah from the moment we met her–we knew she was the one! Her caring smile, peaceful presence, gentle spiritual wisdom and warm sense of humor laid the foundation for what would be a rich, magical and blessed wedding day for us! We had a very specific vision of what we wanted for our ceremony and the mood we wanted to evoke for ourselves and our beloved family and friends. Jeddah honored all our ideas yet guided and embellished them to their fullest potential with her beautiful words and amazing delivery, capturing what was truly in our hearts and souls. We all cried. We all laughed. Reverend Jeddah moved all of us.

After our ceremony, when we greeted our guests, everyone commented on how it was the most meaningful, beautiful ceremony they’ve ever experienced! Yes, Reverend Jeddah has a unique way of listening and relating and connecting to people. Jeddah bonded us everlastingly together & and created a bond for us with her as well! When something is meant to be, it just is.” Gabriella and Michelle, October 22, 2005

“I guess we didn’t realize what a huge impact a minister could make at our wedding, until we met with Reverend Jeddah. Of course, we knew a minister’s job is important but before meeting Reverend Jeddah, our expectation of what was possible for our ceremony was somewhat limited to the type of weddings we’ve attended for years…all very “insert name here” and not very personal. But Jeddah goes far beyond that. She helped us create something that felt unique, and extremely personal. She not only listened to our ideas and priorities but she asked us countless questions to really understand our different spiritual beliefs, our views on being together, and what it takes to make it work in the future. She presented us with many new ideas and different traditions we could use in our ceremony. More importantly, she taught us their meaning and history, so that we could chose something that had personal meaning to us. What we ended with, was an evening that showcased us, and truly honored our love and commitment to one another. We could not begin to imagine a better ceremony. We continue to hear that our ceremony was by far the most moving our guests had ever been to! Can you imagine a better compliment about your special day? She truly helped to make our wedding day the happiest day of our lives… and that is something we will carry with us forever.” Matthew & Daniel, May 1, 2006

“We never anticipated that we would find an officiant willing and capable of putting together elements of Judaism, Chinese tradition and Buddhist ritual in a same-sex commitment ceremony. But when we first spoke with Rev. Jeddah, we immediately knew that she was the one.  Rev. Jeddah invested the time to really get to know us and to connect with us.  She was fully engaged in co-creating with us a commitment ceremony that was one of our own design, but greatly enriched with her wisdom as well as her broad knowledge of various faiths and rituals. The abundance of tears from our community of family and guests were a tribute to Rev. Jeddah’s unique and generous spirit.  Rev. Jeddah created a sacred space of loving kindness in which we and our guests were able to connect with and rediscover the essence of what marriage and love mean to all people.”

Kun-Yang Lin  & Ken Metzner Artistic Director Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers December 19, 2004

“Rev. Jeddah’s warmth and sincerity made us feel so comfortable from start to finish.  Her loving and gentle guidance helped us create a ceremony that was truly moving for us and our families.  We had complete trust in her and she made our special day meaningful on so many levels.  All of our friends now want her for their weddings.  You go Rev. Jeddah!!” Craig Retchless and Paul Harrington, September 5, 2004