Michael and Roee: A Reform Jewish Wedding for Two Grooms

This wedding was profoundly moving: a thoughtful Jewish ceremony for two men, filled with love. Creating an inclusive and egalitarian chuppah is central to my calling as a Reform rabbi.

Belgium Meets Israel

Michael grew up in Belgium and came to Israel about a decade ago. Roee is deeply Israeli—warm, direct, and connected to people and place. Their relationship brings together gentle European courtesy and openhearted kibbutz-born Israeli spirit.

Tradition and Secular Freedom

The pandemic postponed their celebration for nearly two years. During our preparation, we studied ancient Jewish sources and contemporary texts, wrote a personal Reform ketubah, and carefully shaped every element. Roee initially leaned toward a secular ceremony; Michael wanted a Reform chuppah. The result honored both.

A Chuppah for Two Grooms

The ceremony included the Seven Blessings and Shehecheyanu. Both partners blessed and sanctified one another, and both broke a glass. It expressed Jewish belonging, secular freedom, equality, friendship, and a shared life. A Jewish chuppah belongs to every loving couple.

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