Stephanie and Ben opted to merge traditions in their wedding ceremony. Marty Younkin of Love Notes Weddings officiated the Christian ceremony & Rabbi Jeffrey B. Leynor worked his magic on the Jewish portion.
(Side bar: it’s not easy to find a Rabbi that will officiate a dual-faith wedding, so if you are interested in something like this, definitely give Rabbi Leynor a holler at 972.816.7281- he is amazing… and don’t forget how much Marty rocks as well!)
Before the ceremony, Stephanie & Ben signed the ketubah (the Jewish marriage contract):
Marty (left) and Rabbi Leynor (right). They ♥ each other too.
Black ribbons are there to symbolize the family & friends who had passed.
Ben was walked up the aisle by both of his parents, which is customary in the Jewish tradition.
Stephanie takes a breather right before going down the aisle.
Ben sees Stephanie coming up the aisle.
A little giggle as they come up the rest of the way together.
Stephanie had some great expressions during the ceremony.
The rings.
And the Christian tradition of the unity candle.
Ben breaks the glass.
Stephanie shows off the bling to her sister.
The reception room was GORGEOUS.
Ben’s parents give a blessing to the couple.
Stephanie & Ben’s candy buffet.
Stephanie’s sister Ann was really nervous about the toast, but she did such a wonderful job!
He’s caught four garters! Give this man a woman!
Last dance. Alone.
