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Ethan Franzel
Ethan Franzel
Life Cycle Officiant and Rabbi

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This section is supposed to market me as a long-time wedding officiant, but let me start with the heart of any wedding – you! Congratulations and mazal tov on your engagement, it’s such an exciting time! I believe that everything about your wedding should be meaningful to you, and a reflection of who you are as a couple and your love story. It’s your story, after all, that is bringing everyone together on your day. And it’s your story...

About this vendor

This section is supposed to market me as a long-time wedding officiant, but let me start with the heart of any wedding – you! Congratulations and mazal tov on your engagement, it’s such an exciting time! I believe that everything about your wedding should be meaningful to you, and a reflection of who you are as a couple and your love story. It’s your story, after all, that is bringing everyone together on your day. And it’s your story that is at the heart of the wedding ceremony.

As a wedding officiant based in the Greater Philadelphia area (including New Jersey, New York, and Delaware) with years of experience, I work with couples to put together ceremonies that are warm, personal, filled with humor and love and joy. I officiate at secular ceremonies of all types – LGBTQ+ welcome! – and, as an ordained rabbi, I officiate at Jewish weddings that feel both modern and traditional. Interfaith, multi-faith, co-officiation, civil ceremonies, commitment ceremonies, vow renewals – yes to all!

The couples I work with feel both heard and taken care of. I take the time needed to get to know you and what you want from one of the most important days of your life. Have special readings? Music? Family customs or rituals? Great, I say “yes!” Often I hear from couples and guests that the ceremony I led was special and memorable and really captured the feeling of love in the room. Isn’t that what a wedding is all about? I would love to work with you to help make the ceremony the foundation of your amazing day.

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Pricing

$550 starting price
$1,200 average price
Most popular
Full wedding ceremomy
$1,200 / starting price
writing the ceremony!
any and all communication - text, email, calls
Planning meeting: get to know you!
Planning meeting: create the ceremony!
Planning meeting: check in, go over details

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FAQ

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for pre-marital counseling (per session)?

$100

What types of weddings and events do you provide services for?

Non-religious
Interfaith
Vow Renewal
Civil Union

What services do you provide?

Premarital Counseling

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Jewish
No Denomination

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

DE
NJ
NY
PA

What languages do you speak?

English

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Rabbi Ethan receives overwhelmingly positive reviews for officiating weddings, with multiple couples expressing admiration for his personalized, heartfelt, and impactful ceremonies. He is praised for his ability to tailor the ceremony to match the couple's preferences and for his attention to detail. Reviewers highlight Rabbi Ethan's professionalism, kindness, and skill in making the ceremony memorable and special for both the couple and their guests. Guests appreciate his thoughtful explanations of traditions, ability to connect with diverse audiences, and his warmth and humor, making him highly recommended as a wedding officiant.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Rabbi Ethan receives overwhelmingly positive reviews for officiating weddings, with multiple couples expressing admiration for his personalized, heartfelt, and impactful ceremonies. He is praised for his ability to tailor the ceremony to match the couple's preferences and for his attention to detail. Reviewers highlight Rabbi Ethan's professionalism, kindness, and skill in making the ceremony memorable and special for both the couple and their guests. Guests appreciate his thoughtful explanations of traditions, ability to connect with diverse audiences, and his warmth and humor, making him highly recommended as a wedding officiant.

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Wynnewood, Pennsylvania Wynnewood, PA, 19096
6103068101

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