Spiritual Ceremony Civil Wedding in the State of New York
Today there are more and more people who are beginning to go with a spiritual ceremony mixed into civil weddings, especially between couples who are not extremely religious. Civil weddings also provide a whole lot of flexibility as well and the only requirements that couples have to follow with these weddings are the marriage laws of the state. However, more and more couples are choosing to not only have civil weddings, but to go with Rabbis or other religious leaders for these weddings as well. Having a Rabbi could offer the ‘spirituality’ into a humdrum civil wedding ceremony. So, let's take a look at some of the great options couples have when they choose to have a civil, non-religious ceremony for their wedding. Yes, a couple can indeed elope when visiting the vast city of New York with its skyscrapers, Central Park, Rockefeller Center Top of the Rock and many other attractions small, tall and tallest. This of course is not ideal for parents around the world, but for couples from the United States and in Europe that decide their wedding ceremony and marriage is to be "about us", then eloping in New York can be a wonderful experience. Making your elopement a reality may take a little planning especially when you need to apply for your marriage license during specific office hours and required to honor the following rules and regulations:
Choose the Person You Want to Officiate As long as the person is licensed in the state that you are getting married in, you can have any one perform your ceremony. Many people have the idea that only judges perform civil weddings, but this is entirely false. Often having a ceremony performed by a judge can seem too stilted and impersonal, but having your civil wedding performed by a Rabbi and or ordained clergy, you trust that this community leader can provide you with a ceremony that is warm, personal and can call it a truly spiritual ceremony. You'll actually find that many religious figures that are licensed to perform weddings in your state will also perform civil wedding ceremonies as well. Today there are actually quite a few Rabbis that are offering non- religious services to couples who want a non-religious ceremony for their wedding. Defining Non-Religious The Jewish wedding ceremony links you to age-old required traditions that one can feel disconnected and are not particularly comfortable or can easily relate. Couples either both Jewish or interfaith tend to experience conflict or pressure with families and choose this type of ceremony so either side is not offended. A spiritual ceremony civil wedding is the best alternative when couples know they most likely are not going to practice the basics, not feeling the connection as generations before them i.e. to have a Jewish home; to raise the children with a Jewish education; circumcision of their sons with a Mohel instead of a hospital; working on the High Holidays seen as just another day. Right now, attending holiday dinners at the relatives is the one and only connection. Being with family is important and the Rabbis always want our next generation to participate more. Maybe the connection will come later on in your marriage, but it is just not there right now. There are a number of reasons why not; the above are the most common heard by Rabbis. Couples can feel spiritual; can feel their partner is their soul mate, so the Rabbis want to be available providing this to reflect in their Spiritual Ceremony by taking it a step further than a Civil wedding ceremony. When you decide to go with a civil wedding, you avoid all the restrictions that often come along with religious weddings. With a non religious ceremony, you won't have to worry about these requirements. An Officiant can personalize your spiritual ceremony along with what the law for the State of New York requires them to say. Putting your trust in an Ordained Officiant can lead to a tender and heartfelt ceremony in a personal way. Not all, but most Justices of the Peace often lead a couple to write their own wedding ceremony or have them proof the ceremony text. Why should a couple write or proof their own ceremony words beforehand? It takes away from that special day, that special moment that certain feeling only felt by the couple when knowing what is already going to be recited. The heartfelt feelings could very well be numbed and then the couple goes through the motions of a ceremony that was rehearsed as a theatrical play. You'll be able to have the ceremony that reflects who you are as a couple. This is done by meeting with the Rabbi and allowing them to get know you as a couple. A Rabbi or Ordained Officiant can ‘key in’ about a couple with the possibility of even one telephone call. It has to do with their spiritual calling. What is Not in a Civil Wedding ceremony? The rituals below can be requested upon request where stated (optional).
Create a Ceremony that is warm and loving As you can see, you don't just have to have a quick wedding in a courthouse performed by a judge, but you can have a wedding in a place of your choice with a spiritual figure, such as a Rabbi presiding over it. So, even if you want a civil wedding, take the time to make the most of it and have that beautiful ceremony that Spiritual Ceremony you’ll remember for years. This Rabbi will be available:
To Schedule Your Spiritual Ceremony Civil Wedding - Check Rabbi's Availability Locations for Civil Weddings in New York City (Manhattan) and in the tri-state area. Did you know you can have a wedding in Central Park or any of the parks in the city? Weddings with a guest list of over 20 do require a permit and the cost for that permit is minimal. Check with the office of the New York City Department of Park's to verify this information. The Form below is only for those couples looking to schedule this particular type of wedding ceremony in a short amount of time. i.e. 1, 2, 3-week notice. If your planning your wedding with ample time for meetings with the Rabbi, then please use the Contact Form
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