20+ YEARS EXPERIENCE

HUNDREDS OF CEREMONIES

PERSONALIZED GUIDANCE

INCLUSIVE SERVICES

AVAILABLE ACROSS U.S.

About Rabbi Ron

Meet Rabbi Ron Broden

As both a cantor and rabbi, Ron Broden has officiated hundreds of weddings, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, baby namings and funerals. He is Reform Jewish clergy who has created a specialty in addressing the ceremonial and ritual needs of the Jewish and interfaith community.

Ron has performed Jewish, Interfaith, dual officiated, LGBT, non-denominational and civil wedding ceremonies primarily in the tri-state region but also throughout the US and abroad and has performed weddings in other languages utilizing his knowledge of Spanish and Italian. Ron has been officiating private bar mitzvah and bat mitzvah ceremonies for over 20 years. Every child learns differently, so he will create a personalized plan together that sets your son or daughter up for success to perform at their ceremony confidently. Ron regularly serves families, individuals and couples from Reform, Conservative and unaffiliated backgrounds. His goal is to help Jewish individuals and families celebrate milestones and embrace Jewish traditions in ways that are meaningful and joyful to them.

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Ceremonies & Services

Marking Every Stage of Life

Jewish Weddings

Traditional and modern Jewish
ceremonies honoring ritual,
symbolism, and simcha.

Interfaith Weddings

Ceremonies that honor both
partners’ backgrounds with
balance and grace.

Civil Ceremonies

Meaningful, non-religious
ceremonies rooted in personal
values and love.

LGBT+ Weddings

Every couple deserves a
ceremony that fully celebrates
who they are.

Bar Mitzvah Preparation

Guiding young men through
Torah study and a confident,
meaningful service.

Bat Mitzvah Preparation

Personalized study and
coaching for a confident, joyful
celebration.

Baby Naming Ceremonies

Welcoming your child into the
community with warmth and
tradition.

Funeral & Memorial Services

Compassionate guidance to
honor a life with dignity and
remembrance.

Our Process

How We Work Together

01 – Approach

Personalized

Personalized Ceremonies

No two ceremonies are alike. Every service is written from scratch, shaped by your story, your values, and the traditions that matter most to you.

02 – Welcome

Inclusive

Inclusive & Welcoming

All families are welcome – interfaith couples, LGBTQ+ partners, and those exploring Judaism for the first time. Every story deserves to be honored fully.

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03 – Expertise

Expert

Experienced Rabbi & Cantor

Trained in both pastoral leadership and cantorial music, Rabbi Ron brings a rare depth – able to weave liturgy, melody, and meaning into a single, seamless service.

04 – Flexibility

Flexible

Flexible Ceremony Styles

From intimate elopements to grand celebrations, ceremonies can be as traditional or as modern as you envision – always led with the same care.

05 – Reach

Destination

Available for Destination Weddings

From the Tri-State area to destinations across the globe, Rabbi Ron travels to bring your ceremony to life wherever you choose to celebrate.

06 – Care

Guidance

Warm & Compassionate Guidance

Planning a ceremony can feel overwhelming – Rabbi Ron walks beside you at every step, offering steady, gentle guidance from first call to final blessing.

The Process

How We’ll Work Together

Consultation

A relaxed conversation to get to know your story, your families, and your vision for the day.

1 Planning

Together we shape the structure, rituals, readings, and language of your ceremony.

2 Personalized Ceremony

A fully custom script, rehearsed and refined until every word feels like yours.

3 Celebration

Rabbi Ron leads the day itself with warmth, presence, and steady guidance.

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Testimonials

Happy Clients

Stephanie Kurchack

Ron was exceptional! My daughter’s Bat Mitzvah service was informative, heartfelt, and of course had the added bonus of acoustics. We received one compliment after another about the service. You will not be disappointed!

Joseph Trevisani

A wonderful service for which we received many compliments. Rabbi Broden was attentive, accommodating, knowledgeable and made everyone feel welcome. Many thanks.

Scott Schneider

Our ceremony was beautiful, and that was largely thanks to Ron being our rabbi. It was the perfect mix of English, Hebrew, tradition and contemporary wisdom. We had reviewed what he would say before, but hearing it in person, accompanied by his amazing voice, makes it far more meaningful.

samantha weinblatt

Ron did a phenomenal job listening and making my wedding ceremony perfect. My husband and I were nervous on how an interfaith ceremony would go, but Ron nailed it. He focused more on love, commitment, unity, family and sprinkled in bits of both of our religions. He made it personal with a few jokes and my family and friends gave us so many compliments on how great the ceremony was. We could not have been happier!!

Danielle Berger

Rabbi Broden was amazing. He was prompt, so kind, had such a positive attitude, and of course, ran an incredible service. My family and friends loved having him there and really enjoyed the ceremony. He made it what we wanted and was really great to work with. We couldn’t recommend Rabbi Broden enough!!!

Ilya Grosh

Rabbi Broden was the rabbi for our ceremony. He did a great job and we found him easy to work with and talk to. The guests loved his thoughtful words.

Alison Gould

I cannot say enough wonderful, amazing things about Rabbi Broden. Not only did he organize, create and of course officiate our daughter’s Bat Mitzvah, but he made each and every step so incredibly easy. From giving us options of ceremonies to setting us up with a Hebrew tutor, to preparing our daughter, he was organized, generous with his time, and helpful at every turn. Planning was stress-free and even enjoyable! And that was just the lead up to the actual day. My daughter’s Bat Mitzvah was the most heartfelt and meaningful service I have ever been a part of. He made sure everyone was included and had a meaningful part, and his Torah reading and singing were just beautiful. I highly, highly, highly recommend Rabbi Broden for any ceremony and occasion. Our experience was just perfect.

ilene weinshall

Dear Rabbi Broden – please let me say thank you a thousand times over for the amazing service you did for us yesterday. My whole family was happy!! I’m sorry I didn’t get the chance to say good bye to you but I will never forget how you helped a young man gain his confidence, make his Bar Mitzvah and be proud of himself! And thank you for your kindness and consideration to my Nephew with special needs be included in this most important Jewish rite of passage… Most Sincerely, Ilene Weinshall

George Monas

Hi Cantor Broden Thank you so much for the service this morning. It was perfect. Just what I wanted and my family appreciated. Pleasure to meet you and continue to stay safe and well. Warm regards George

Jessica Bermudez

Rabbi Ronald Broden officiated our wedding this past Sunday and planned a ceremony that was super special for us. My husband is catholic with Jewish lineage and his family is from Spain and Rabbi Ron did the ceremony in English, Spanish and Hebrew. Rabbi Ron also provided great suggestions and customized parts of the ceremony specific to our needs. We would highly recommend Rabbi Ron!!!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of ceremonies do you officiate?

Rabbi Ron Broden officiates a wide range of life-cycle events including Jewish and Interfaith weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvah ceremonies, baby naming ceremonies, funerals, and other meaningful Jewish celebrations tailored to each family’s traditions.

Do you perform interfaith wedding ceremonies?

Yes. Rabbi Ron Broden has extensive experience officiating interfaith weddings and works closely with couples to create a respectful and meaningful ceremony that honors both families and their unique traditions.

How do you personalize each ceremony?

Every ceremony is carefully customized to reflect your story, values, beliefs, and traditions. Rabbi Ron Broden works with each family or couple to create a ceremony that is warm, personal, and memorable.

Do you travel for destination weddings?

Yes. Rabbi Ron Broden is available to travel for destination weddings and ceremonies throughout the United States and internationally. Travel arrangements can be discussed during the planning process.

What is the booking process?

Simply reach out through the contact form, phone, or email to schedule an initial consultation. Once the details are confirmed, your ceremony date will be reserved and planning will begin.

How do you prepare for Bar and Bat Mitzvah ceremonies?

Rabbi Ron Broden provides personalized guidance and Torah study to help each student feel confident, prepared, and comfortable leading their Bar or Bat Mitzvah service while creating a meaningful experience for the entire family.

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Ready to Begin Your Journey?

What to expect

After you reach out, we’ll schedule a relaxed consultation to explore your vision, traditions, and preferences. From there, we can begin shaping your ceremony into a script that feels authentic and meaningful.

Contact details

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rabbironbroden@gmail.com
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+1 914-720-8509
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Tri-State Area, U.S., and destination ceremonies

A note from Rabbi Ron

I’m honored to be part of your celebration. Whether it’s a wedding, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, baby naming, or memorial service, I’m here to listen and help you create a ceremony that feels true to you.

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