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Rabbi Steven R. Hara
Rabbi Steven R. Hara
Owner

Veteran-owned

4 years in business

We speak English

1 team member

I'm Rabbi Steve Hara, an ordained rabbi and a certified wedding officiant in Chicago, Illinois. I make your dreams come true. Your ceremony is very important and personalized just for you. I'm available for couples in Greater Chicago and all Chicago suburban areas, and I am also available for destination wedding ceremonies.

My ceremonies include:

  • Jewish weddings
  • Interfaith ceremonies
  • Non-religious ceremonies
  • Non-denomination ceremonies,
  • LGBTQ+ ceremonies
  • Elopement
  • 2nd wedding ceremonies
  • Renewal of vows
  • Conversions

All ceremonies are personalized just for you and collaborated with you. I also provide services for all lifecycle events.

My Bio:

I am an ordained rabbi and a certified wedding officiant. I grew up in Chicago and live in the northern suburbs. My wife and I have an adult married son, daughter, and four wonderful grandchildren.

My goal is to work with each couple to personalize their wedding ceremony.

My professional experience includes being an ordained rabbi, a certified wedding officiant, and an experienced educator with a doctoral degree in education. I have served as a teacher, principal, district administrator, and adjunct professor at a university. I am also a licensed real estate broker serving the City of Chicago and Chicago's suburbs. I also own a travel agency and can help you plan your honeymoon. I also have a list of vendors to help you plan your special day and honeymoon. I can truly offer you a one-stop shop for all of your needs and desires.

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FAQ

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

Premarital Counseling

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

Yes

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
Evangelical
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
No Denomination
Presbyterian
Shinto
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

30-60 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

IL
WI

What languages do you speak?

English

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Reviews of Rabbi Steve Hara

Mindi
Mindi Sent on 10/14/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic, Caring, and knowledgeable.

I can't thank Rabbi Hara enough for such a wonderful experience. His personality is amazing, His kindness shines.
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