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I Chose a Non-Jew--and the Non-Jew Chose JudaismBy Lyssa Friedman
A personal narrative of a woman whose partner converted to Judaism while she remained conflicted.
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Interfaith Weddings
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Key Differences Between a Jewish Wedding and Christian Wedding
By InterfaithFamilyIf you're planning an interfaith wedding, it's important to know the differences between Jewish and Christian weddings.
Date: 08-22-2007 -
Candle Lighting/Unity Candle
By InterfaithFamilySample candle-lighting/unity candle ceremonies for Jewish-Christian interfaith weddings.
Date: 08-22-2007 -
You Don't Need a Rabbi to Have a Jewish Wedding
By Anita DiamantHow to have an interfaith wedding, or just a Jewish wedding, without a rabbi.
Date: 06-06-2007 -
The Ring Ceremony
By InterfaithFamilyExplanation of the ring ceremony at traditional Jewish and modern interfaith weddings.
Date: 08-22-2007 -
One Rabbi's Approach to Interfaith Wedding Ceremonies: Plus a Sample Interfaith Wedding Ceremony
By Rabbi Devon A. LernerProfessional view article about how, given the proper setting, word choice, and symbols, elements of both Christianity and Judaism can be combined to create a personally meaningful wedding ceremony for couples.
Date: 08-17-2006 -
A Wedding Filled with Keva and Kavanna
By Rabbi Lev BaeshProfessional view from a rabbi who sees the most important elements of an interfaith wedding as inclusion and balance and includes his suggestions for these wedding ceremonies.
Date: 08-21-2006 -
Blessing Over the Wine
By InterfaithFamilyThe Jewish blessing over the wine, plus additional liturgy and sample program definitions for an interfaith wedding.
Date: 08-22-2007 -
Exchange of Vows
By InterfaithFamilyExplanation of how the exchange of vows works at Jewish interfaith weddings.
Date: 09-04-2007 -
Timing and Location of a Jewish Wedding
By InterfaithFamilyInformation on restrictions on the timing and location of a Jewish wedding.
Date: 08-22-2007 -
Acknowledgement of Different Faiths
By InterfaithFamily Date: 08-22-2007
