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On WeddingWire since 2010

Howard M Steiermann is an innovative wedding officiant in San Francisco, California. He endeavors to create warm, welcoming, heartfelt ceremonies for you and your guests. Howard has officiated at a variety of venues, from beachfront to mansions, hotels to wineries. As an ordained non-denominational minister and rabbi, he has primarily performed ceremonies in California. Howard has also officiated in Arizona, Illinois, and Oregon.

Services Offered

Howard M Steiermann officiates interfaith, multicultural as well as non-religious ceremonies. His practice includes civil unions, rehearsals, single religion ceremonies, and vow renewals, whether traditional or non-traditional. Howard specializes in creating ceremonies tailored to you, which in turn engages your family and friends as joyous witnesses. Howard pays special attention to crafting a ceremony reflecting your unique background and interests.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the typical price for your wedding services?

$536

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$360

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$136

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

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal
Civil Union

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Anglican
Baha'i Faith
Baptist
Buddhist
Catholic
Earth-Based
Episcopalian
Hindu
Islam
Jainism
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
Mormon
No Denomination
Presbyterian
Quaker
Shinto
Sikhism
Taoist
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

AZ
CA
IL
OR
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Reviews of Howard M Steiermann

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Victoria W. Sent on 02/21/2024
5 out of 5 rating

An second-to-none wedding officiant!

Howard has a gift of listening and blending with all people in a way that lights up a room and makes everyone feel joy! Howard was the officiant at our daughter's wedding over four months ago. Our friends still bring up how amazing the ceremony was in terms of the connection that Howard made to not only the bride and groom but to all the guests. His spirituality, humor and loving personality make him a blessing to have at any wedding!
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Allison W. Sent on 01/30/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best Rabbi ever!!!

We cannot say enough about the incredible Howard!! He officiated our wedding a few months ago and it truly was the best part. Every single guest has said to us that it was the best ceremony they have ever been to. Not only did he meet our expectations, but he exceeded them. He met with us multiple times, taking copious notes, and truly listened to everything we asked for. He took aspects of our life and incorporated them into the most beautiful ceremony ever. We feel beyond blessed to have such an incredible memory and we recommend Howard highly for anyone interested! Not only the best Rabbi but also such an amazing person!
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Lori F. Sent on 09/25/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best Officiant Ever!

Howard was a wonderful choice for our daughter's wedding! He is personable, warm, and develops a relationship with the couple to create a personalized, meaningful ceremony! As parents of the bridge, we received so many extraordinary compliments from our guests about Rabbi Howard. His ceremony weaved traditions, rituals, spirtiuality and nature into a personal, loving experience for the wedding couple and our guests. We highly recommend Rabbi Howard for officiating your wedding!
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Growing up, there was a large church in the center of my hometown. I recall sitting on a bench across the street, excitingly anticipating the bride + grooms' joyous exit out the double doors, surrounded by their cheering family and friends.

Weddings still excite me. I enjoy crafting personalized ceremonies and rituals. I love wishing a couple well as they embark on life’s journey. I am a lifelong romantic. I am always moved by a couple's “I do’s” ~ by hearing their public declaration of love and partnership.

I look forward to working with you on your special day.

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Reverend Elizabeth River Wedding Officiant Reverend Elizabeth River Wedding Officiant Wedding Officiants

Howard officiated a lovely wedding with two wonderful men who had been together 31 years, and finally decided to get married as one of them had a terminal diagnosis. It was a ceremony that was tender, loving, uplifting and beautifully reflective of their love and their relationship. Everyone who attended spoke about Howard's ceremony and how it suited the two grooms just perfectly. I referred these gentlemen to Howard, as, although I am also an officiant, I was hospice chaplain to the one groom, and my employer wouldn't allow me to provide that service for them. And Howard was the perfect man for the job--they loved him, and were thrilled with their wedding. I refer Howard whenever I can't take a couple, and I recommend him to everyone! Elizabeth River, wedding officiant in the North Bay area.

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