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Interfaith Minister Rev. Louis Olivieri
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Reverend Louis Olivieri is an interfaith minister and wedding officiant. He works with couples of all kinds to turn a few simple words and the signing of papers into a true miracle. Rev Lou has been servicing all 5 Boroughs of New York City and North New Jersey for 14+ years.(Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island, North New Jersey & Long Island). He will to help you make your wedding day just like you've always dreamed it to be. Highly personalized, and Intimate to tell your LOVE STORY. Reverend Louis Olivieri is one of the most trusted wedding officiants, guaranteed to make your special day a day to remember. Rev Lou is WINNER of the 'COUPLES CHOICE AWARD" on Wedding Wire and TheKnot from 2011 to 2024!
Experience
Before becoming an Interfaith minister, Reverend Olivieri was a Wall Street broker and successful business owner. However, it all changed for him after the tragedy of 9/11. Rev. Olivieri worked at the World Trade Center and lived in the same neighborhood. This earth-shattering event changed his perspective, and guided him towards a spiritual path. Now he practices as both a minister and practitioner of Unity Principles and faith.
Services Offered
Reverend Olivieri has studied and is familiar with traditions and spiritual practices of many faiths. He welcomes all religions, interfaith and secular traditions in wedding ceremonies, and is happy to learn about your individual faiths and desires for the big day. Reverend Olivieri believes an organic “get to know you” process is the best for couples to decide how they want the ceremony performed, and will take in any special requests you may have.
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Reviews of Interfaith Minister Rev. Louis Olivieri
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Reviewers highly recommend the officiant as warm, professional, and deeply personal. He crafts tailored, inclusive ceremonies that move guests, provides clear guidance and rehearsal help, and stays responsive and calm under stress. Couples praise his flexibility, attention to detail, and say the ceremony was a highlight of their day.
Reverend Louis is Great!!!
Rev Lou was able to create a ceremony that had all the emotions you could hope for: laughter, happy tears, love, and compassion, making it one of our
He was able to create a ceremony that felt personal, highlighting meaningful moments from our relationship and our families in a way that brought everything together beautifully. The ceremony had all the emotions you could hope for: laughter, happy tears, love, and compassion, making it one of our favorite parts of the entire day.
Everyone was fully engaged throughout the ceremony, and afterward, so many guests came up to tell us how much they loved it.
We highly recommend Rev Lou!
Thanks Rev Lou!
He added a really wonderful personal touch for our moms which they loved.
We only ran into the issue of asking for a no phones ceremony and that being a little confused. In the end, we are glad we have the pictures, but make sure you are clear with your expectations!
Generally I would definitely recommend Reverend Louis for your ceremony. We wouldn't change a thing.
A Ceremony Filled with Depth, Joy, and Meaning
For two people unfamiliar with the process of getting married, Reverend Lou was an incredible guide. We learned so much from him, not only about the ceremony itself, but about love and partnership more broadly. His recommendations—from poetry to books—were deeply meaningful; in particular, introducing us to The Five Love Languages is something we now reference often, and it has genuinely strengthened our relationship.
His experience and guidance were invaluable, especially in helping us create a smooth, joyful procession for both our bridal party and guests. On the wedding day, he arrived fully prepared, walked us through all the necessary paperwork, led a practice run with ease, and ultimately delivered a flawless ceremony.
What stood out most was the depth and intention he brought, balanced with just the right touch of humor—our guests were fully engaged and deeply moved throughout. All of our families absolutely loved him, and he brought such a sense of warmth and joy to the entire experience.
We are so grateful that Reverend Lou was the one to begin this new chapter of our lives—and we carry that same joy with us as we look toward the future.
A ceremony we and our families will never forget.
On the day of the ceremony, he was on time and very prepared. He delivered a wonderful ceremony which included details about our relationship and our family. There was barely a dry eye in the (small) audience. It truly felt like we had known Rev Louis for such a long time. Our parents couldn’t stop gushing over the ceremony once it was done. We are so thankful to be starting our marriage after such a beautiful ceremony. We will never forget his words.
highly recommend!!
Excellent Experience with Rev.Louis
We held our religious marriage ceremony in a local church. Rev.Louis wasn't just a minister, but a central, welcoming part of our celebration, blending seamlessly with our guests and making everyone feel comfortable.
The ceremony itself hit every right "story beat." It was personal, romantic, and beautifully delivered. We received numerous compliments from our "absolute gem" friends and family about how wonderful the service was.
If you're looking for a "magical companion" who genuinely cares about making your ceremony unique and memorable, we wholeheartedly recommend Rev.Louis!
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When hiring Rev. Louis Olivieri as your Wedding Officiant you will enjoy the benefits of having the most sincere professional on WeddingWire. Rev. Louis' attention to detail is second to none. His care and concern for every bride and groom shines through from the moment any couple meets him. It's like having your best friend preside over your wedding. I fully endorse Rev. Louis Olivieri. He will bring the love, passion and commitment to his craft and every couple he meets.
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