“Loving the truth motivates me to discipline myself...love is the source of true discipline.”

“Living is a form of not being sure, not knowing what next or how. The moment you know how, you begin to die a little. The artist never entirely knows. We guess. We may be wrong, but we take leap after leap in the dark.”

“The way back home to the reclamation of our full identity is through the discarded sensations of our body.”

Interfaith Ministry

What is Interfaith?
Interfaith is a spiritual philosophy that honors and values the fundamental beauty and wisdom in all religious traditions. It respects the many paths to and names of the Divine.

As an Interfaith Minister, I don't have my own church. I provide ceremonies for anyone who would like them in a way that's fitting for them. Your beliefs, values, and needs are the guiding principles for any ceremony we create together.

Why Choose an Interfaith Ceremony?
A Minister from a specific religion might have restrictions on what they can offer. The ceremony may have to:

• Be in their church, mosque, or temple
• Have a particular structure or include content such as church doctrine or formal prayers
• Use specific language for the Divine, such as the word "God."

In an Interfaith ceremony, there are no restrictions on where your ceremony is held or what you want to say. I do my best to create a ceremony that incorporates your beliefs and values.

Are Interfaith Ceremonies Legally Binding?
Only a wedding ceremony has a legal component. In the USA, each state and county has a different set of procedures. My ordination enables me to register as a legal officiant in any state. You will also have to follow the procedures required in your particular county in order to complete your marriage license.

If my partner and I are from mixed religious and cultural backgrounds, how will that work in the ceremony?
Interfaith ceremonies are perfect for just this case as we can customize your ceremony to include appropriate rituals and words that honor any faith tradition. Your ceremony can reflect your different beliefs, as well as your shared ones, while honoring the needs and expectations of your families.

Do we have to be religious?
You don't have to "be" anything you are not! I can help you create a ceremony that reflects who you are whether you consider yourself to be religious, spiritual, an atheist, or anything in between! I enjoy getting to know you, finding out what is important to you, and including this in the ceremony.

There are so many ideas out there I am confused as to where to start to create our ceremony. Can you help?
Yes! I have collected a vast array of resources for ceremonies-from music, to vow creation, to poetry and readings, to ritual elements, and other practical things to think about to make sure the day goes smoothly. These days the internet also offers many wonderful resources for ideas, as well.

I love working with you to help you create a ceremony that reflects your beliefs and values to help you celebrate this important time of your life.

Solstice Celebration, 2007

For More Information
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