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Interfaith Minister Rev. Louis Olivieri

English
Ceremony Rehearsal
Interfaith
Civil Union
Joseph
Claire
Dillon
Pamela
Isabella

Recommended by 100% of couples

About this vendor

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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LGBTQ+-owned

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FAQ

Which of the following are included in the price of your wedding officiant services?

Ceremony Rehearsal
Premarital Counseling

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

Yes

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

$50

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

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal
Civil Union

What services do you provide?

Premarital Counseling

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Anglican
Baptist
Buddhist
Catholic
Episcopalian
Evangelical
Hindu
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
Mormon
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Presbyterian
Quaker
Shinto
Sikhism
Taoist

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

AK
AZ
AR
CA
CO
CT
DE
DC
FL
GA
HI
ID
IL
IN
IA
KS
KY
LA
ME
MD
MA
MI
MN
MS
MO
MT
NE
NV
NH
NJ
NM
NY
NC
ND
OH
OK
OR
PA
RI
SC
SD
TN
TX
UT
VT
VA
WA
WV
WI
WY

What languages do you speak?

English
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Reviews of Interfaith Minister Rev. Louis Olivieri

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Reverend Louis delivers deeply personal, heartfelt ceremonies that blend faiths, humor, and warmth. He’s professional, responsive, and supportive throughout planning, flexible with co-officiants and special requests. Guests praised the moving, memorable service and highly recommend him.

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Reverend Louis delivers deeply personal, heartfelt ceremonies that blend faiths, humor, and warmth. He’s professional, responsive, and supportive throughout planning, flexible with co-officiants and special requests. Guests praised the moving, memorable service and highly recommend him.

Joseph
Joseph Sent on 06/13/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Reverend Louis is Great!!!

We were looking for an interfaith minister for our wedding and we came across Rev. Louis. We are so glad we found him as he was so friendly and was an absolute pleasure to have him co-officiate our wedding alongside my brother-in-law. He was super helpful throughout planning and the wedding itself, very open to the idea of co-officiating (some other officiants we came across were not), and made us feel comfortable throughout the whole process. We even got to visit his church prior to our wedding and he showed us around, which was so nice! Wedding day was perfect, and everything went so smoothly. The dynamic between Rev. Louis and my brother-in-law was seamless as well - we couldn’t have asked for a better ceremony. Highly recommend 10/10!
Claire
Claire Sent on 08/05/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Walker Wedding!

Rev. Lou created such an intimate and contemporary ceremony that felt incredibly personal. We loved how he thoughtfully tied every part of the ceremony back to us and our story, making it feel authentic, meaningful, and truly unforgettable. Our guests are still talking about how special it was!
Dillon
Dillon Sent on 08/05/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Experience

Reverend Lou delivered a beautiful ceremony that had all of our friends asking where we found him. He spent time to learn about us and our story and presented it wonderfully. Everyone involved enjoyed getting to know him. Highly recommend.
Pamela
Pamela Sent on 07/27/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Ceremony

Choosing Reverend Louis to be part of our wedding ceremony was one of the best decisions we made. From our very first meeting, it was clear that he truly cared about us and wanted to understand our journey as a couple.

Louis took so much time to get to know us, meeting with us multiple times and creating a ceremony that was deeply personal and meaningful. He didn’t just ask us questions and put together a standard ceremony... he listened to our story, learned what mattered most to us, and helped bring our faiths together for the ceremony.

Throughout the wedding planning process, Louis was always there with support, encouragement, and guidance. He checked in with us, helped us navigate stressful moments, and made us feel like we had someone in our corner who genuinely cared.

Our ceremony was absolutely beautiful and exceeded every expectation we had. Louis captured our relationship perfectly, told our love story in such a heartfelt way, and created a moment that we and our guests will never forget. Many of our guests commented on how emotional, personal, and special the ceremony felt.

Reverend Louis is not only an incredible officiant, but also a kind, thoughtful, and compassionate person. We are so grateful he was part of our wedding day and would wholeheartedly recommend him to any couple looking for someone who will put genuine care and meaning into their ceremony.
Isabella
Isabella Sent on 07/12/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Truly the best!

Rev Lou was absolutely amazing at our wedding ceremony! He created the perfect ceremony - it reflected us as a couple, included some religion in the capacity we'd hoped for, and had just the right mix of humor. So many of our guests came up to us and to Rev Lou at the cocktail hour and complimented the ceremony, which is a true testament to how beautiful it really was. It felt as though our guests were really in the moment with us, and so much of that has to do with Rev Lou's presence. Also, as a couple with differing religious backgrounds (I had a formal Catholic upbringing and my husband did not) who wanted to incorporate religion in some sense, it was really important to me that we found the right officiant. Rev Lou calmed any concerns we had and added just the right amount of religious reference to our ceremony. He truly was amazing and helped kick off our wedding day in the best way! I would highly recommend him to anyone.
Emily
Emily Sent on 07/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Officiant Review

Reverend Louis was an amazing officiant for our wedding at Stonebridge Country Club on Sunday, June 28th. The ceremony he created was personal, warm, unique, and even caused the crowd to chuckle at the right moments, and shed a few tears at others. We met with him a handful of times over Zoom in the months leading up to our big day, and he knew exactly what to ask us to prepare a heartfelt ceremony. I specifically loved how he made sure to NOT make himself the star of the show which I saw several other officiants do when watching videos to find the right one. The vibe he created was exactly right...focusing on us and our love story. Many guests came up to us after the ceremony and were complimenting him. My HUSBAND (woo) and I highly recommend Reverend Louis to any couple looking to have the perfect ceremony.
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Corinne Sent on 06/29/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you Rev. Lou!

We enjoyed working with Rev. Lou as an interfaith couple. Rev. Lou was able to make our wedding ceremony so special and memorable by combining traditional sources, our own personal stories and of course trademark humor and grace. We appreciated how the ceremony reflected our shared values and how he made everyone in the audience feel honored and included. We especially liked how he invited our respective mothers up for the ceremony. Everyone at the wedding complimented our ceremony and we are grateful for the services of Rev. Lou!
Carly
Carly Sent on 06/16/2026
5 out of 5 rating

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

Having Reverend Lou be part of our special day was one of the best decisions we made during the wedding planning process. We knew we wanted a ceremony that blended elements of a Catholic service with a classic civil ceremony, and Rev Lou delivered exactly that.

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!
Julia
Julia Sent on 05/22/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Thanks Rev Lou!

Reverend Louis co-officiated my wedding (my brother was the co-officiant). It was my brother's first time officiating and Rev. Lou made him feel really comfortable and confident with the process.
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.
Pete
Pete Sent on 04/16/2026
5 out of 5 rating

A Ceremony Filled with Depth, Joy, and Meaning

We feel incredibly honored to have had Reverend Lou officiate the start of our marriage. In the weeks leading up to the ceremony, he took the time to truly get to know us—asking thoughtful, meaningful questions about our relationship and beautifully weaving our story into the service.

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.
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