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www.artoftheceremony.comRev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-56163592262547306482015-07-25T06:48:00.000-07:002015-07-25T06:48:09.992-07:00Another magnificent summer wedding in Central Park with a couple from France.<br />
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Rev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-91680181643031901972015-07-25T06:09:00.001-07:002015-07-25T06:09:54.901-07:00In all but the warmest weather, I've been making chocolates and presenting them to couples as their first wedding gift. You can see their delighted reactions here.<br />
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Rev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-74759932631594352682015-04-21T20:35:00.003-07:002015-04-21T20:35:42.606-07:00International Couples<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Rev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-16852602878363395462012-10-25T18:27:00.001-07:002012-10-25T18:27:21.173-07:00Wedding at Wagner Cove, Central Park<div>
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Yacht weddings are popular alternatives to reception halls. This couple, married just a week ago, strike a joyful pose next to the Lexington at NY Sky Port Marina. <br />
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Below, a bride savors the salt breeze and the view of the Statue of Liberty. Photos by Andy Mars.<br />
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Rev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-7600716005750281792012-08-13T07:48:00.003-07:002012-08-13T09:27:06.433-07:00Renewal of Vows and a Movie Review--HOPE SPRINGSI usually don't blog about movies. And I'm not a film reviewer. But <i>Hope Springs </i>covers some familiar ground. Couples often approach me about doing a marriage renewal or renewal of vows ceremony to mark a milestone anniversary. Sometimes, it's just to celebrate their first year, but usually, it's to mark 10 or 20 or 30 years together. And in the latter case, the couples frequently wish to renew their vows because they, as a couple, have endured some serious challenges to health or finances or other personal problems which may have threatened the very marriage itself. Yet, our marriage veterans, have survived, overcome, often triumphed. <i>Hope Springs</i> is about a couple confronted with a seemingly insurmountable challenge that, often and tragically, in our throw-away society, ends in divorce. Of course, Meryl Streep and Tommy Lee Jones gave stellar performances, and Steve Carrell was superbly convincing in the role of their marriage therapist. I'm not going to "spoil" the ending by telling you whether this couple succeeds or not. Go see it yourself. And if you are thinking about a Renewal of Vows, Art of the Ceremony will be happy to create the perfect ceremony for you..Rev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-86020343611455530412012-07-24T16:20:00.000-07:002012-07-24T16:20:05.882-07:00One Year After NY's Marriage Equality Act<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Rev. Peluso says, "3 in 5 wedding inquiries are now running in favor of same-sex couples." </div>
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Rev. Peluso, conducts a musical theatre ceremony at Ladies Pavilion in Central Park to Rave Reviews. The ceremony was attended by dozens from Broadway and London's West End for this theatre critic's and his beloved's nuptuals. </div>
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<br />Rev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-27027599620914391192011-12-24T08:37:00.000-08:002011-12-24T08:39:30.337-08:00Dreaming of a Snow Wedding this Winter?Central Park in the snow! Other than a bride, what's more beautiful? Although NYC had a freak snow storm this October, most snowfall comes in January-February. While Rev. Peluso cannot guarantee snow for your wedding, if it is your dream to marry in the snow, Rev. Peluso will certainly pray on it for you.
Here's a video of one French couple's dream come true. Rev. Peluso had to turn to speak to the American witnesses in English to make sure the ceremony was legally witnessed. A minister must get all the details right.
Video provided by photographer Andy Mars.
Enjoy!
<iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/-X53J_kSTkk" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Rev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-61176531602274731062011-12-24T08:15:00.000-08:002011-12-24T08:19:46.340-08:00New Wedding VideoRev. R. M. Peluso created this French & Brazilian Portuguese ceremony for Swank Productions at Tribeca Rooftop. International Elegance, NYC style.
<iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/GO9dVePADPo" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Rev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-66089981405013750072011-12-24T07:16:00.000-08:002011-12-24T07:20:12.365-08:00ReviewReverend Peluso did an amazing job with our ceremony. We traveled all the way from Florida, finding an officiant in New York who would honor a same sex marriage was difficult when living so far away. Not only did she make it much easier with the planning but she took the time to make the ceremony as personalized as possible, including the most important aspects of our life. To be honest it was amazing to work with someone who both respected and appreciated our relationship, working hard to create a wonderful ceremony. We have come across many conflicts within both our personal and professional lives when it comes to same sex marriage, but Rev Peluso was wonderful to work with and made us both feel comfortable planning and attending the ceremony. A.K.
(reprinted from Comments below)Rev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-77493295198538671342011-11-28T12:37:00.000-08:002011-11-28T12:44:32.860-08:00When other states do not honor Marriage Equality...<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivU5fNvdxcTZL9ix0rmLABiScm4f4RwAHZ1v30gx1game1KYX7-qjur2Vc3v3brh5l-lo33ObLNlnQ1yOdukavq-Gjcsw4_8k3kNXcuup05v2AmDjWe6uWJOnTDG1VYtl1Cdpi9vxWlQn7/s1600/A+%2526+L+with+rev+right+side+up.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivU5fNvdxcTZL9ix0rmLABiScm4f4RwAHZ1v30gx1game1KYX7-qjur2Vc3v3brh5l-lo33ObLNlnQ1yOdukavq-Gjcsw4_8k3kNXcuup05v2AmDjWe6uWJOnTDG1VYtl1Cdpi9vxWlQn7/s200/A+%2526+L+with+rev+right+side+up.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5680150293461372962" /></a><br />This lovely couple could NOT get married in their homestate. Rev. Peluso was honored to marry them here in New York City's Central Park. We love New York, and New York loves lovers...particularly committed lovers who marry here.Rev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-11261336100919793392011-11-28T12:15:00.000-08:002011-11-28T12:24:26.027-08:00This Review Just In!My wife is Jewish and I am Catholic and the language of preference for our family and wedding guests ranged from English, to Spanish to Hebrew. So when first searching for a marriage officiant, we never thought we could find someone who would be able to create such a personalized, heartfelt ceremony that considered the multiple languages and faiths of our families and wedding guests. Reverend Peluso handled all these challenges in stride. Not only did she help us achieve a creative, beautiful and memorable ceremony, but she was always professional, organized, courteous and respectful.--J & J
<br />(names withheld here by Rev. Peluso to protect couple's privacy; names can be provided upon request) Rev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-72605572771159743532011-10-30T19:27:00.000-07:002011-11-28T12:34:46.599-08:00Baby Photos...a wedding minister's fringe benefit<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGuluOc4lCIAqdAjQM5Juj1uYlB2aY7bS2eVkiNfYrm1zXVv2pWMnIoRrGbiZ2uoPI0Yz75tKck1hOooIAA4KptnfWKs-Cju-8cYw5_b_8P8B9wi02vAUwF9H1UaHd43VAwfCiQBB9KhbU/s1600/baby1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 133px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5680147469020999122" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGuluOc4lCIAqdAjQM5Juj1uYlB2aY7bS2eVkiNfYrm1zXVv2pWMnIoRrGbiZ2uoPI0Yz75tKck1hOooIAA4KptnfWKs-Cju-8cYw5_b_8P8B9wi02vAUwF9H1UaHd43VAwfCiQBB9KhbU/s200/baby1.jpg" /></a><br />Just love it when my couples send me baby photos when their newborns arrive!<br />Here's a beautiful new family.Rev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-88316914989145413052011-07-26T13:46:00.000-07:002011-07-26T13:55:57.306-07:00Marriage Equality is Here!!!Rev. R. M. Peluso joined Interfaith and Nondenominational colleagues today in Washington Square Park to celebrate the launch, this week, of Marriage Equality. The event was organized by Rev. Annie Lawrence and Rev. Will Mercer. See Youtube video filmed by Andy Mars @ wedrevnyc channelRev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-5585682801580238192011-06-15T08:32:00.000-07:002011-06-15T09:01:55.333-07:00Marriage Equality--Our PositionWith one vote hanging in the balance, I contacted NY State Senator Andrew Lanza this morning, urging him to vote for Marriage Equality. I hope you will urge your own legislators to pass bills in every state to make Marriage Equality the law in all 50 states. Now, why is this so important to a straight woman? Because it is a matter of compassion and justice. As a minister, I am compelled to support it. As a human being, I am compelled to support it. We, as a society, need to uphold equality and justice for all. We should encourage consulting adults, no matter what their gender, to form committed, enduring relationships that are recognized as legal marriages with all rights under the law. Civil unions still fall short of extending all rights. Rev. Peluso and Art of the Ceremony will happily create and perform LGBT marriages in New York or any other state. Until Marriage Equality is the law of the land, Rev. Peluso and Art of the Ceremony will be honored to create and perform commitment celebration ceremonies.Rev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-87409582733592663042011-05-20T08:50:00.000-07:002011-05-20T09:47:17.967-07:00When the Standard Musical Ensemble Won't Do!Couples often ask me for referrals for musicians. A few months ago I had the delightful experience to see two members of Tenet perform at my seminary. These singers and instrumentalists specialize in medieval and renaissance music, but their versatility goes far beyond those forms. So, if you're looking for something truly unique for your wedding ceremony, watch their videos on their website. http://www.tenetnyc.com/web/home.aspxRev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-56435382157467594542011-02-21T07:44:00.000-08:002011-02-21T08:08:32.735-08:00Brides of Winter...strapless!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWg-eMvj66YkYJhqxauK9EayvlfuVx-yCv2yWRu6oxDEgvNlCFd5nBNEejR8-Ribcl5KQhfLDy0NgO-rEEiDB07qiFnr4an6QFg4VLJ82A1U5Wc2ql3jILJF2_NVG1eogHQ3Z_6FwfdROM/s1600/natural.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 150px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5576175181742509250" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWg-eMvj66YkYJhqxauK9EayvlfuVx-yCv2yWRu6oxDEgvNlCFd5nBNEejR8-Ribcl5KQhfLDy0NgO-rEEiDB07qiFnr4an6QFg4VLJ82A1U5Wc2ql3jILJF2_NVG1eogHQ3Z_6FwfdROM/s200/natural.jpg" /></a><br /><div>Scientists should study brides. Why? Because they seem able to endure sub-freezing temperatures without popping a goosebump. I've seen it so many times. Perhaps it's adrenaline. The brides are able to stand uncovered for the length of the ceremony plus photographs. I recommend having a standby wrap, though. Here's a recent bride from England, totally unphased by the snow and low temperatures (in the low 20's F.) The lake in Central Park--frozen! </div><br /><div>This British couple's wedding was delayed due to a snow storm that grounded flights from London. Lucky for my couple, my contracts contain an "acts of nature" clause. So, no extra fees, despite a rescheduled ceremony. </div>Rev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-5492691588002694972010-09-24T18:15:00.000-07:002010-09-24T18:46:27.069-07:00iPad Wedding at the W Hotel, NYCPhotographer Max Flatow (<span style="font-size:85%;">www.maxflatow.com</span>) snapped this stunning shot of the entire wedding party blessing the rings. We never knew he was there! His stealth technique sure impressed me. Beautiful bride, handsome groom... and my iPad... again. The iPad has become this minister's constant companion. (I use the iPad when I lead worship services too at The Interfaith Temple.)<br /><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtaldw7G3qcySLxTPeR7aoVTRe5MRfcTw_aBzJ9ewJXmyidEjNC9jjKqri2rrF-tFyjjaud9dsoMHvztLQEB85jExB-_68ZyASYYsUhsMxaAgrzPvBc-4Oa94MJZTcQeGhIwXGW7VtBfoE/s1600/ceremonyhands.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 213px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520654592275485538" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtaldw7G3qcySLxTPeR7aoVTRe5MRfcTw_aBzJ9ewJXmyidEjNC9jjKqri2rrF-tFyjjaud9dsoMHvztLQEB85jExB-_68ZyASYYsUhsMxaAgrzPvBc-4Oa94MJZTcQeGhIwXGW7VtBfoE/s320/ceremonyhands.jpg" /></a> <span style="font-size:85%;">To find out when Rev. R. M. Peluso is preaching at The Interfaith Temple, follow IFT on Twitter @ interfaithnyc. Or follow Rev. R. M. @ weddingrevnyc<br /></span><br /></div>Rev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-62236044310043810912010-09-23T15:16:00.000-07:002010-09-23T15:36:26.499-07:00From the UK to the Conservatory Gardens, Central Park,<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtcZHiUA_RFyCPXbMftS3nKslxcaBSCM0351-yKg06YTxcg_2o7ij8arYXBzW9U2mo1Fw140W7dqOAmBtybm77lw0Ao6FyjXdMlmm8bIBLJCxM9v4Q3VZhhc1x7IR9QE-OcQ2L5gqNQR0G/s1600/wedding+with+iPad.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 214px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520237451989866642" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtcZHiUA_RFyCPXbMftS3nKslxcaBSCM0351-yKg06YTxcg_2o7ij8arYXBzW9U2mo1Fw140W7dqOAmBtybm77lw0Ao6FyjXdMlmm8bIBLJCxM9v4Q3VZhhc1x7IR9QE-OcQ2L5gqNQR0G/s320/wedding+with+iPad.jpg" /></a> <span style="font-size:100%;">Ah! A fountain full of lotus, a minister holding an iPad, a late summer wedding in a city that loves lovers. This couple from the England knew that New York was the capital of romance! While they chose the Conservatory Gardens, there are many other sites all over Central Park--some pictured on this blog, that make for unforgetable nuptual locations. And--best kept secret-- most are free! </span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:78%;">photo by Ande Whyland @www.newyorkphoto.nu</span>Rev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-21478977793227722622010-09-23T14:58:00.000-07:002010-09-23T15:16:06.690-07:00A Very Special ReviewDear Rev. Peluso,<br />We don't even know where to begin thanking you. I had a very specific vision of what I wanted our ceremony to look like, and you took that vision and created something so unique that I couldn't have even dreamed of it. You totally "got us" when you talked about our relationship and partnership with one another. You were able to incorporate our families in a way I've never seen before, and our parents were so touched by the pink rose gifting. You have been a pleasure to work with throughout this process--always making yourself available with an open heart, and, even more, open ears. We really appreciate all the thought you put into a day that we will remember the rest of our lives.<br />All our best,<br />Gloria & Ivan<br /><br /><br /><em>This thank you note so touched my heart that--with permission-- I had to post it here. </em><br /><em>Other testimonials can be read on my website: </em><a href="http://www.artoftheceremony.com/"><em>www.artoftheceremony.com</em></a><em> and wedding sites, such as OneWed.com.</em>Rev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884794606785464373.post-28887603795930473492010-09-10T08:49:00.000-07:002010-09-10T09:02:23.918-07:00Elegant Wedding at the Hudson Hotel, NYC<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2sr0FuEFAeuJuFceMhQ3nDV3vcz0mJB1pqboTlOYVu4EfDMEY7MFZRmgKEPSJjn3Sfug5Uoy_PLQJYTW-__DvMqFKiMTeBh0n-Jpr2RxhNwizxtVWzc45I0rzqbhyphenhyphenQ4xWz8Aq9d9twVXg/s1600/RevPeluso6.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 266px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5515312785473914978" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2sr0FuEFAeuJuFceMhQ3nDV3vcz0mJB1pqboTlOYVu4EfDMEY7MFZRmgKEPSJjn3Sfug5Uoy_PLQJYTW-__DvMqFKiMTeBh0n-Jpr2RxhNwizxtVWzc45I0rzqbhyphenhyphenQ4xWz8Aq9d9twVXg/s400/RevPeluso6.jpg" /></a> Photos from earlier this spring/summer season are still coming in (they can take months!) Rev. Peluso married this handsome couple under a tent on the roof of the chic & trendy Hudson Hotel. Roof overlooked the Hudson and skyline and roof garden hosted their reception. After feasting your eyes on this couple, look at those florals. Ceremony and decor, simple yet elegant.<br /><div></div>Rev. R.M. Peluso, Art of the Ceremonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12672165136733662487noreply@blogger.com1