Rabbi Paul Offenkrantz

ook the time to get to know us as a couple, and it showed in a ceremony that felt deeply personal, meaningful, and beautifully delivered. His presence was calming and confident, his words were thoughtful and heartfelt, and he created a ceremony that was both emotional and joyful — exactly what we had hoped for and more. So many of our guests commented on how special and memorable the ceremony was, and that is entirely thanks to Rabbi Paul. We are incredibly grateful to have had him officiate our wedding and could not recommend him more highly. He is truly amazing at what he does.

witnessed said it was so perfect. I believe he spoke exactly what was in our hearts. He delivered exactly what we wanted plus more. This was an interfaith marriage and his sensitivity to our needs were impeccable.

eloquently, explains what different blessings and traditions mean, and made sure nobody in our audience felt left out. Added bonus is his amazing vocals! We would definitely recommend him to other couples! 

im in our pre ceremony calls. He was so communicative and helpful, we went into the wedding feeling so prepared and at ease.

understood. He took the time to get to know us as a couple, ensuring our ceremony was deeply personal and filled with meaningful moments that truly reflected our journey together. Rabbi Paul balanced tradition with our unique touches beautifully, and his words resonated not only with us but with everyone present. We had so many guests comment on how special and heartfelt the ceremony felt. We are so grateful to Rabbi Paul for making our day unforgettable!

abbi Paul captivated us all with his profound knowledge of the religious background behind each ritual, adding a deeper significance to our ceremony. One of the most memorable aspects was Rabbi Paul’s incredible sense of humor, which effortlessly lightened the atmosphere and put everyone at ease. His witty remarks and genuine warmth made the ceremony feel intimate and joyful. However, what truly stunned us and our guests was Rabbi Paul’s extraordinary vocal talent. His delivery was not only eloquent but also soul-stirring, leaving everyone in awe. It was a delightful surprise that added an extra layer of beauty to our special day. The feedback we received from our guests was overwhelming. Many approached us to express their admiration for Rabbi Paul’s exceptional performance and to commend the uniqueness and beauty of the ceremony he crafted. We are immensely grateful to him for creating such a meaningful and enchanting experience that we will cherish for a lifetime.

ive, and was quickly able to take control of the Ketubah signing and ceremony and make things run smoothly. We had many guests that weren’t Jewish, and Rabbi gave such beautiful explanations of everything we were doing, making it easy to follow along. Our guests were so moved, and all told us it was the most they had ever cried at a wedding. They also told us “your Rabbi was the best we’ve ever seen.” We were so impressed and so happy we went with Rabbi Offenkrantz. His knowledge and commitment to making our ceremony exactly as we wanted really shone through. I couldn’t recommend him enough!

and meaningful as my husband and I are interfaith. My family members, who are Jewish, were blown away by not only his explanations but his way of blending our worlds together. Hands down highly highly recommend whether it's purely a Jewish ceremony, interfaith and/or spiritual.

ests about him and the ceremony from our guests of all faiths. Rabbi Offenkrantz led exactly the ceremony we wanted. It felt so grounded in my Jewish faith but was also so accessible to my wife's catholic family.

, the explanations of the traditions and meanings were great and received many compliments afterwards from our guests. It was truly a perfect event in our minds! Thank you Rabbi Paul.

us and valued our opinions on what to include and exclude most of all but still offered his professional opinions as well. We are truly thankful for all the beautiful words he expressed during our ceremony, everyone was truly impressed with how well he carried it. We are eternally grateful and will never forget him and this wonderful day ! Thank you again Rabbi Paul !

by our side on our special day. His genuine warmth, deep wisdom, and impeccable attention to detail made our wedding ceremony an unforgettable and truly meaningful experience. I wholeheartedly recommend Rabbi Paul to any couple in search of a wedding officiant who goes above and beyond to create a heartfelt and personalized ceremony. From our very first meeting with Rabbi Paul, it was evident that he took the time to genuinely understand our love story, values, and vision for our wedding. His ability to listen attentively and ask thoughtful questions allowed him to create a ceremony that reflected our unique journey as a couple. He effortlessly incorporated our personal beliefs, cultural traditions, and wishes into the ceremony, making it feel incredibly personal and authentic. Rabbi Paul has a remarkable gift for captivating an audience with his eloquent speaking style, profound presence, and his incredible voice. Our guests were moved to tears and laughter as he beautifully articulated the significance of marriage and the sacredness of our commitment to one another. He was always there to help us or answer any questions. It was evident that Rabbi Paul has a deep passion for his craft and a genuine desire to make our ceremony a cherished memory for us and our loved ones. What I particularly appreciated about Rabbi Paul was his inclusive and respectful approach to our diverse group of guests. He seamlessly blended elements from different faiths, accommodating the various backgrounds of our families, while maintaining a cohesive and harmonious ceremony. Rabbi Paul fostered an atmosphere of love and unity, making everyone feel welcomed and involved throughout the ceremony. Throughout the entire wedding planning process, Rabbi Paul exhibited the utmost professionalism and organization. He was consistently prompt, responsive, and well-prepared for our meetings. His attention to detail and commitment to ensuring a flawless ceremony put us at ease, allowing us to fully enjoy the journey leading up to our wedding day. Choosing Rabbi Paul as our wedding officiant was one of the best decisions we made for our special day. His passion, expertise, and genuine care for our happiness shone through every step of the way. If you are searching for a wedding rabbi who will bring meaning, authenticity, and joy to your ceremony, I wholeheartedly recommend Rabbi Paul. He will exceed your expectations and help create a wedding ceremony that will be remembered and cherished for a lifetime.

met with us multiple times over FaceTime. Rabbi Paul took the time to get to know us as a couple, our history, and tailored our ceremony exactly how we wanted it. Everything went smoothly and all of our guests were commenting on how beautiful and moving the ceremony was!

uests. He performed an interfaith ceremony which was beautiful . Rabbi Paul led us through the ceremony with grace and elegance. We were having a destination wedding and we felt very comfortable meeting with Rabbi Paul via FaceTime on several occasions to go over details of the ceremony. Rabbi Paul incorporated his skills as a cantor which was magnificent. Our guests were moved and we couldn’t recommend him enough. Thank you so Much Rabbi Paul. You helped make our wedding unforgettable. It felt like a dream.

st that, and so much more! We were so impressed with Rabbi Paul's presence and command of the room, and we heard so many positive things from our guests right after the ceremony concluded! We'd 100% recommend him to anyone looking for a thoughtful ceremony that keeps attendees engaged, informed, and excited for the marriage!

e the big day, he helped confirmed information for our ketubah, made sure all our ducks were in a row and items were accounted for the day of, above and beyond. The wedding was such a special day for us, and one of our favorite parts was the ceremony in part due to Rabbi Paul. We have been hearing accolades from our guests who attended.

ny felt very personal and full of a lot of love happiness and tradition which is what we hoped for. We would highly recommend using Rabbi Paul For any of your special occasions and events.

n & Israeli) marriage.. Rabbi Paul performed a beautiful ceremony for us for the Jewish portion of the wedding and respected that my father would perform the Iranian portion of the ceremony. Our Rabbi is respectful, open minded and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend Rabbi Paul and I am so glad our marriage was blessed by him. The Messlers

m the moment we sat down with him 2 years ago, we knew we wanted him to marry us. He was understanding, patient, and put together the most amazing ceremony. Everyone was talking about him and the ceremony and what a beautiful job he did. When booking our wedding we knew it would be hard to find someone we loved that did interfaith but we looked no further after finding rabbi paul. He understood what we wanted in a ceremony and it was executed beautifully. We are so thankful we found him!!

step of the way, honoring our values and traditions while educating us further. He also has a beautiful voice! We asked him to let loose and be as musical as possible, and he did not disappoint. His chanting of the Sheva brachot was so moving - not a dry eye in the venue! We would 200% recommend Rabbi Paul!

talking about how it was the most incredible wedding ceremony they have ever been to. Rabbi Paul is engaging, loving, and makes you feel so comfortable. I would highly recommend him - there is no one else like him around!!!

es and powerful song. All of our guests raved about him: his gentle reminders to be present, how he read our love letters, and how amazing his voice was. Over the planning process, it was a joy working with Rabbi Paul. He's blazing fast with correspondence, and he readily collaborated with us to create our desired ceremony. He also helped us with our Ketubah text. We highly recommend Rabbi Paul and are so very grateful for him and his work. Thank you!

t was such a fantastic experience and made our ceremony the best it could possibly be. He’s forever in our hearts on our special day.

appy to co-officiate the interfaith ceremony and connected us with Reverend Michael Somberg, with whom he had done an interfaith ceremony before. He was amazing at working with reverend before the wedding and together the four of us worked on a unique ceremony that incorporated traditions from both religions that were important to us and our families. During the day of the wedding he even exceeded expectations. He was praised by so many of our guests and we were told by multiple that it was “the most beautiful wedding ceremony they had ever seen.” We are very grateful and highly recommend him. Added bonus: his singing voice is fantastic!

s reform and he allowed us to customize to our liking. His ceremony explanations were easy to understand, regardless of religion and he added so much meaning the way he conducted the service. He also had my husband and I write letters to one another and we read them as our vows, which was such a meaningful experience that left not one dry eye in the crowd. Highly recommend, don’t look any further!

cial and interesting he made the ceremony. He even had us write love letters to one another that he read out loud which was the perfect touch! And his singing - beautiful!!! Thank you again for making our ceremony perfect and magical!

ight of the service! Multiple guests came up to us and our families to let us know it was the best wedding ceremony they had ever attended. Thank you again Rabbi Paul for your guidance and taking care of all of the little details involved with the service!

abbi Paul and he was great! He took time to get to know us and helped us customize our ceremony so it felt updated and modern while embracing tradition. He also made sure to include a memorial to my mom and other passed loved ones - not a dry eye in the house!! It’s been almost two weeks and people are still telling us how amazing it was. Thanks, Rabbi Paul!

top raving about afterwards. Rabbi Paul also was an A+ communicator, and always kept us at ease from the date we initially spoke with the Rabbi, to the ceremony itself. Booking Rabbi Paul for your wedding is the best choice you'll make.

ding up where he got to know us and worked out all the details of our ceremony, specific to us as a couple. Our Ketubah ceremony was BEAUTIFUL, some of our family there (including my now husband) say this was their favorite part of our wedding! He did a great job explaining to our guests the meaning behind the Ketubah, chuppah, breaking the glass.. etc. It was all very meaningful to us, and Rabbi Paul also made sure everything would go perfectly and smoothly.

ur needs. My husband and I are from different backgrounds, and he always communicated that he would tailor our ceremony to be reflective of us and inclusive of our traditions. The ceremony was perfect. He made everyone feel at ease and comfortable. All of my guests could not stop talking about how beautiful our wedding ceremony was! We highly recommend Rabbi Paul!

aceTime as we were planning from afar. From there on out, he promptly answered any questions we had via email or was available to jump on another FaceTime or phone call whenever we wanted to speak. He also took us through every step of the ceremony to make sure it was customized to our vision. Rabbi Paul joined us for the ketubah signing, explaining the background to our intimate room of family and witness. From there, the ceremony itself went wonderfully, as he guided each tradition with his warm demeanor accompanied by his beautiful voice. He will make sure your day goes as smoothly and beautiful as possible!

technical issue with the microphone and it went out and even though we were outside, Rabbi Paul proceeded and was heard by everyone. The love letters he had us write was a beautiful touch. Rabbi Paul knows how to make a ceremony and a couple feel special and I would highly recommend him.

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to our wedding day, Rabbi Offenkrantz was there for us whenever we needed him. I was a bride with many questions and he was always so quick to respond to my texts and e-mails. His ceremony was so beautiful and he made it exactly what we wanted. Our guests are still talking about how awesome he was!

nd him any higher.