In Judaism, both men and women are considered to be incomplete when they are single. Until they have found a lifelong mate, some in their community will see them as one half of a whole person. While many modern day men and women scoff at this type of thinking, most would agree that finding a mate will change your life in myriad ways. If you have found your life mate and are planning to marry, you have come to a great place for information on a Jewish wedding ceremony. A traditional program may have the following elements:

• Exchange of rings
• Reading the Ketubah (marriage contract)
• Drinking of wine
• Breaking the glass
• Reading/Singing of the Seven Benedictions

The life of Rabbi Allen has developed as that of a servant to other people. After singing in synagogue as a child and later becoming a cantor, Rabbi Allen was ordained a rabbi in 1997. While he has retired from the pulpit, the rabbi still officiates at many weddings and commitment ceremonies. Because he is interested in helping both Jewish and interfaith couples, he writes the interfaith, non-religious or Jewish wedding ceremony specifically for the couple. Rather than taking a few generic passages, Rabbi Allen works closely with the bride and groom to tailor the wedding ceremony program to their tastes. This way, your feelings for one another will shine through on the day you say I do. Custom weddings are a great idea no matter where you are on your faith and love journey. Imagine including Jewish wedding blessings that are special to you both, canting or singing of songs that are close to your heart and exchanging vows that you wrote. These are wonderful ways to share your love with one another and the special guests are your marriage.

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