The Chuppah. This is a canopy that creates a holy space for our ceremony. It represents the Jewish Home that we will build together. It’s four sides are open to guests as the home of Abraham and Sarah was open to all visitors.

Vows. We have written our own vows to reflect the love and respect we have for each other and our commitment to continued work and growth as a family and a community

Ketubah. The marriage contract is a binding legal document and closely follows our vows. It sanctifies the union in accordance with Jewish law and thousands of years of tradition. It is signed and witnessed by two witnesses immediately preceding the ceremony.

Sheva Brachot. The Seven Blessings will be recited by Rabbi Sleutelberg. The number seven parallels the seven days of creation, showing that every marriage is a renewal of the act of creation.

Breaking of the Glass. To share both joy tempered with sorrow is part of life. Rabbi Plaut will share insights on this tradition.