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It would be an honor to create for you a romantic, personal and spiritual treasured wedding ceremony. When you engage the Pacific Synagogue and specifically request me, it is my goal to provide you with support and understanding, to build for you a harmonious and balanced space where everyone, friends and family, feels welcome.

Please be advised of my quirky British sense of humor founded upon great thinkers who explore the philosophical and spiritual ironies, oxymorons and paradoxical eccentricities of life. And also it has been pointed out many times, in fact too many times, I own a face that only a mother could love.

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Reviews of Rabbi Ian

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Shannon Sent on 12/08/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Personalized, meaningful, and fun interfaith ceremony

Not only did my husband and I both truly enjoy the wonderful ceremony Rabbi Ian conducted, but I had so many friends and family from both sides say it was the best wedding ceremony they’ve ever been to. Some of my non-Jewish friends even said they would want him to officiate their weddings! Very inclusive, better than I ever could have imagined.
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Lauren Sent on 05/14/2017
5 out of 5 rating
WOWZERS!
Rabbi Ian is the one-HIRE HIM NOW AND LOOK NO FURTHER!!!

The energy that he helped create was insane and the entire place was filled with laughter, love and tears of joy. That undeniable energy stayed with us and everyone for the rest of the evening, thanks to Rabbi Ian for kicking it off with a great start!

We felt so honored to have his presence around us on such our special day.
We definitely picked a winner and feel beyond grateful to have found him!

The way he spoke about us individually and then together as a couple, melted our hearts.
He has the best delivery and when he speaks with such candor, such eloquence and not to mention he brings a lightness and sense of humor that we loved! Not only were we impressed but our friends and family bragged about him being the best Rabbi they had ever witnessed in their entire life!

Put it this way....all of our non-Jewish friends came up to us and would say things like, "where do you find him and how can I sign up to be Jewish!!! :)))

Don't waste anymore time-Go meet him now!
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Shima Sent on 07/05/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Rabbi Ian was everything we could ask for and more! He made our ceremony were intimate and cozy. He definitely calmed our nerves at the beginning as he could sense that we were both a little nervous. He even interacted and engaged with our audience. The ceremony was timed perfectly, not a minute short, not a minute long and he definitely was NOT boring. From myself, my husband and all our guests, the one thing we can't stop talking about is how beautifully Rabbi Ian orchestrated our wedding ceremony.
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K Sent on 05/24/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Rabbi Ian was the best! Service was wonderful and all of our guests commented on how great he was.
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Synara Sent on 04/14/2016
5 out of 5 rating
My husband is not Jewish, so trying to find a Rabbi to wed us was very difficult. Rabbi Ian was amazing. We both felt very comfortable with him. He always responded to our e-mails and phone calls. My mom even enjoyed her phone conversation with him. No-one impresses my dad, and after the ceremony, my dad went 'M.I.A.' as he so enjoyed the ceremony so much, he wanted to go chat with Rabbi Ian. Our wedding was beyond perfect. Not only did my husband and I love the ceremony, our guests did too. We had so many comments on how fun the ceremony was and even a few people tell us that if they renew their vows, they'd want Rabbi Ian. We cannot thank him enough. Rabbi Ian exceeded my expectations. Thank you so much for making our day perfect.
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Sylvia Sent on 09/06/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Rabbi Ian performed our daughters wedding ceremony in a manner that made all of our guests feel included, whichever their religious beliefs. He was extremely personable, professional and very entertaining and uplifting.

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User2280379 Sent on 08/21/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Rabbi Ian did an amazing job officiating our wedding. He took the time to personalize the ceremony and ensure that it was authentic and special for us. We each have a child and wanted to incorporate the family into our ceremony, Rabbi Ian did a beautiful job of this without taking away from the focus of the commitment we were making to each other. It was beautiful. Many of our guests said it was the best wedding ceremony they had ever been to!
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User1964050 Sent on 05/31/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Rabbi Ian made our wedding very memorable. He has a great sense of humor and uses it perfectly throughout the ceremony. He makes the wedding ceremony very spiritual and involves the guests as well to create a truly special experience. Our family and friends gave us extremely positive feedback as well and thought it was the one of the best ceremonies they had been to--laughter, tears, many smiles. Thanks Rabbi Ian.
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Danielle Sent on 05/24/2015
5 out of 5 rating
We have Rabbi Ian to thank for a truly unforgettable ceremony - more than we could have ever imagined. We felt completely in the moment the entire time. What's more, my husband's family, whom are Catholic and had never experienced a Jewish ceremony, are still raving about Rabbi Ian. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to our family and closest friends.
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Sam Sent on 05/19/2015
5 out of 5 rating
When ever did you go to a wedding and the officiate stole the show :)
If you are lucky enough to have Rabbi Ian officiate your wedding, it will be the best thing you can do !
He is so sweet, loving, non judgmental, kind and engaging. After the ceremony, everyone kept asking how we found this Officiate, as he single handedly put forth the best ceremony that our guests, my wife and I have ever been a part of.
Thanks so much Rabbi ! You made our special day so very special !!!!
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