Where Jewish Tradition
Meets the Magic of Thailand
A warm, experienced celebrant specializing in Jewish and interfaith ceremonies across Thailand and Southeast Asia, I have a passion for crafting meaningful, personalized weddings and lifecycle rituals for couples and families around the world.
"Every couple deserves a ceremony that feels entirely, beautifully their own, honoring heritage, welcoming all traditions, and held in one of the world's most breathtaking settings."
Ceremonies Crafted with Heart
From a newborn's first blessing to an affirmation of religious adulthood before the Torah to a chuppah under a Thai sky, I guide families through the most sacred moments of Jewish and interfaith life.
Jewish Weddings
Traditional and contemporary Jewish ceremonies abroad, tailored to every level of observance — from deeply traditional to beautifully cultural.
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Interfaith Weddings
Thoughtfully blending Jewish and other religious or cultural traditions into one seamless, inclusive ceremony that honors every background present.
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Lifecycle Ceremonies
Baby namings, brit milah, b'nei mitzvah, and other family rituals celebrated with warmth and meaning in Thailand and across the region.
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Ancient Tradition,
Extraordinary Setting
A Jewish wedding is one of the most joyful and spiritually rich ceremonies in any faith. I work with you to create a ceremony that honors your heritage, whether that means a halachically-focused service or a celebration of cultural diversity, set against the breathtaking backdrop of Thailand.
Planning from abroad? I make it easy. We meet virtually, build your ceremony together, coordinate with local vendors, and ensure that when your moment arrives, everything flows with grace and intention.
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The Chuppah
The wedding canopy — symbol of the home you build together. I help you design a chuppah that reflects your aesthetic, whether draped in tropical flowers or adorned with your family's tallit.
The Ketubah
Your Jewish marriage contract, read aloud and signed before the ceremony. I can guide you to beautiful, inclusive ketubah texts — from traditional Aramaic to contemporary interfaith versions.
Ring Exchange
The exchange of rings — "Harei at mekudeshet li" — adapted for every couple, including same-sex and interfaith pairs, with warmth, inclusivity, and deep meaning.
Sheva Brachot
The Seven Blessings bring joy, community, and poetry to your ceremony. I can incorporate them in Hebrew, English, or both — shared by loved ones or recited together.
Kiddush Cup
Sharing wine — a symbol of the sweetness of life and the covenant you make together. This beautiful ritual can include your families and guests in a moment of shared blessing.
Breaking the Glass
The beloved and exuberant finale — Mazel Tov! I explain its layered meaning to all your guests, making this moment resonant for everyone present, regardless of faith.
Tailored to Your Level of Observance
Conservative / Masorti
Halachically grounded ceremonies honoring traditional Jewish law, with proper witnesses, separate sections where desired, and full Hebrew liturgy.
Reform / Liberal
Egalitarian ceremonies that honor Jewish values and ritual while embracing modern family structures, gender-inclusive language, and creative expression.
Secular / Humanistic
For couples who cherish their Jewish identity and its beautiful traditions without emphasizing religious content — celebrating culture, history, and family.
Two Traditions,
One Beautiful Story
Love doesn't keep to one faith. When two people from different backgrounds come together, their ceremony should honor both and welcome every guest fully. I'm experienced in weaving Jewish traditions with those from Christian, Buddhist, Hindu, and secular backgrounds.
My specialty is making ritual accessible. I work with sensitivity and skill to navigate family dynamics, ensuring that parents, grandparents, and guests from both sides feel seen, included, and moved, no matter their level of Jewish knowledge or faith background. No one needs to feel like a guest at someone else's ceremony.
Let's TalkJewish & Christian
Weaving the chuppah and ketubah alongside Christian vows, Scripture readings, or unity candles, honoring both traditions with equal reverence.
Jewish & Buddhist / Hindu
Incorporating elements such as Sai Sin, Saat Phere, or the Septa Durgha alongside Jewish ritual in a deeply meaningful fusion.
Jewish & Secular
For couples where one partner is Jewish and the other non-religious — building a ceremony rich in meaning and beauty without religious pressure.
Family Sensitivity
Experienced in navigating multi-faith families, creating space for every voice, every tradition, and every cultural expectation with warmth and care.
Planning from Overseas
Most of my couples plan from the U.S, UK/Europe, Australia, Israel, or Thailand itself. All consultations are by video call, and I coordinate directly with your Thailand-based vendors.
Fully Custom Script
Your ceremony script is entirely bespoke — written for you, reviewed together, and refined until every word feels like your own. Nothing is off-the-shelf.
Celebrating Every Sacred
Moment of Jewish Life
Life is full of milestones that deserve to be marked with intention, community, and joy. Whether you're welcoming a new child or celebrating a coming of age, I lead meaningful ceremonies across Thailand. Since I follow Reform/Progressive Jewish doctrine (recognizing Patrilineal as well as Matrilineal descent), I ensure that all Jewish families can share in the warmth and joy of these simchas.
Baby Namings
Welcoming a new soul into the Jewish community with warmth, intention, and love — wherever your family calls home right now.
- Simchat Bat: naming ceremony for girls
- Brit Milah support and coordination
- Brit Shalom for families who want an alternative way to welcome a son into the Jewish People.
- Interfaith baby blessings and namings
- Family blessings in Hebrew & English
Bar & Bat Mitzvah
A deeply personal journey into Jewish adulthood, led with warmth and substance — from the Torah portion to the celebration of community.
- Full bar/bat mitzvah services in Thailand
- Torah and Haftarah reading preparation
- Preparation sessions with the young person
- Inclusive services for all family backgrounds with a Kosher Sefer Torah.
- Coordination with international Jewish travel
Family Rituals
Every community has moments beyond weddings that deserve a thoughtful, spiritually attentive guide to mark them with ceremony.
- Conversion ceremonies and immersions (in conjunction with a supervising Rabbi and Bet Din).
- Memorial and Yizkor services
- Shabbat dinners and special gatherings through the local Reform/Progressive community.
- Rededication and vow renewal
- Jewish holiday celebrations abroad through the local Reform/Progressive community.
A Warm Guide for
Life's Sacred Moments
I'm Alec Goldman — a Jewish celebrant, educator, and community builder based in Bangkok for over two decades. I came to Thailand with a deep love of Jewish tradition and a belief that meaningful ritual should be available to every Jewish and interfaith family, wherever in the world they find themselves.
My background is in education and pastoral care, both secular and Jewish. I've trained with rabbis and clergy across three continents, and I've had the profound honor of officiating many weddings and lifecycle ceremonies, from intimate beach ceremonies in Koh Chang to full interfaith celebrations in Bangkok, Samui, Krabi, Phuket, and beyond.
I work with couples and families at every level of observance, from deeply traditional to proudly secular. My approach is always the same: deeply personal, warmly inclusive, and entirely free of judgment.
Deeply Knowledgeable
Trained in Jewish law, liturgy, and lifecycle ritual, with the breadth to serve multiple denominations, traditions, and family backgrounds.
Inclusive & Affirmative
LGBTQ+ affirming. Interfaith welcoming. My own life and family are rooted in both of these, so no family is too complicated, no story too unconventional. Every family deserves a ceremony filled with ruach and kavanah.
Thailand Expertise
Deep roots in Bangkok's Jewish and expat communities, with established relationships with venues, vendors, and suppliers across the region.
From Couples & Families
It is my deepest honor to have been part of these beautiful moments.
"We planned our entire Phuket wedding from London, and Alec made the process feel completely effortless. Our chuppah ceremony was so personal, so funny and tender — our guests still talk about it. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect officiant."
"My husband is Thai Buddhist and I'm American Jewish. We were honestly nervous about how to blend our worlds — Alec understood instantly. He created a ceremony that made both our families cry happy tears. It was magic."
"Alec officiated our son's bar mitzvah in Chiang Mai — our whole family had traveled from Israel, New York, and Paris. He brought so much knowledge, warmth, and genuine care. Our son said it was the best day of his life."
"We are two grooms — one Jewish, one not religious — and we wanted a ceremony that felt both significant and welcoming to everyone. Alec wrote us something so beautiful we had it printed and framed. We will treasure it forever."
"When our daughter was born in Bangkok, we didn't know where to find a Jewish naming ceremony. Alec was recommended by the synagogue community here and he was absolutely wonderful — so warm, so present, and so joyful."
"We chose Alec for our Bali wedding after searching for months for an officiant who understood both Jewish ceremony and international destination weddings. He exceeded every expectation. Our guests said it was the most moving ceremony they had ever attended."
"Your ceremony will be the only one quite like it in the world — and it will be yours."
Begin Your JourneyLet's Begin
Your Story
Every ceremony starts with a conversation. My consultations are warm, unhurried, and entirely free of pressure. Tell me your vision and I'll tell you how we can bring it to life.
How It Works
Simple, personal, and designed for couples planning from anywhere in the world.
You Reach Out
Fill in the form with your basic details and a few words about the ceremony you have in mind. No need for a plan yet — curiosity is enough.
We Meet by Video
We schedule a 30–45 minute video call — no cost, no commitment. We talk about your vision, your families, and what a perfect ceremony looks like to you.
I Send a Proposal
Following our call, I send a tailored proposal covering the ceremony structure, what's included, and my fee — clear, transparent, no surprises.
We Create Together
Once you're ready to proceed, we begin crafting your ceremony together — with as many conversations as you need, from booking to the moment we say Mazel Tov.
Good to Know
This form is for consultation bookings only — not event date confirmations. All ceremonies are subject to availability. I typically book 4–12 months ahead for destination weddings.
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