When other states do not honor Marriage Equality...

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.

Brides of Winter...strapless!

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!

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.

A Very Special Review

Dear Rev. Peluso,
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.
All our best,
Gloria & Ivan


This thank you note so touched my heart that--with permission-- I had to post it here.
Other testimonials can be read on my website: www.artoftheceremony.com and wedding sites, such as OneWed.com.

French Groom & American Bride Wed in Central Park

Regis and Lisa met in a tango class in Paris...but it wasn't their last. Here the just-weds tango lakeside in Central Park. After Skype video conferences with Paris and three-way audio chats between the continents, family and friends from America and France participated in the bilingual ceremony led by Rev. R. M. Peluso. The couple has already settled into their Paris apartment. Art of the Ceremony will be hosting several bilingual French and Spanish weddings this summer. We are delighted to be increasingly popular with trans-Atlantic couples.

Military Weddings

This past season has brought me several military couples. It's been a privilege to marry them and to send them off with special blessings, particularly in the case this groom and his brother, both about to ship out. As the wife of a veteran myself, these courageous young men remain in my heart and prayers. May they return safe and sound to their new brides.