Frequently Asked Questions

Supply Preaching

We are not a Lutheran Church, can you still preach here ?

YES - we Lutherans are in full communion most of the Christian faith traditions. I try to be sensitive to each congregation's contextual needs

Are you allowed to preside at Holy Communion

YES - we Lutherans are in full communion with most of Protestant traditions - most will allow guest preachers to preside, however, you might want to check with your judicatory body to be sure.

I saw you are going to Israel and Rome in 2025 - will I be able to go too ?

Of course - we have had folks from as far away as South America join us on previous trips. Reach out through the contact section on the bottom of the home page for more information about the 2025 trip.

Weddings

I am a Christian, but my fiance is Hindu - can you still marry us ?

As a wedding officiant licensed in both New York and New Jersey, I am able to perform any wedding, anywhere. When I was in the parish setting, most of my weddings were of mixed faith traditions

We want to do something different, is that OK ?

Of course, within reason ! Let's talk first and then decide.

Are you available for destination weddings ?

Of course - there are some requirements that we need to talk through, but let's start the conversation.