THE BOOKLove in the
Love in the
Time of Corona
A collection of reflections on courage, resilience, and the comfort of community.
Explore the book RABBI SANDY AKSELRAD
Your love.
Your story.
Your ceremony.
Las Vegas Wedding Officiant & Rabbi
Meaningful, personal ceremonies for Jewish, interfaith, and couples from all backgrounds. With warmth, intention, and a little joy.
Every love story is welcome here.
Jewish · Interfaith · LGBTQ+ · Personalized
YOUR RABBI. YOUR ADVOCATE.
A familiar warmth.
A deeply personal touch.
40+YEARS OF
RABBINICAL EXPERIENCE
RABBINICAL EXPERIENCE
Made personal. Remembered forever.
THE MOMENT. THE MEANING.
BECAUSE THIS MOMENT IS YOURS
A ceremony that
feels like you.
The best ceremonies begin with listening.
Your story, your families, the traditions you love. Rabbi Sandy takes the time to understand what matters to you, then helps give it a voice.
From a quiet exchange of vows to a celebration filled with family and friends, the result is a ceremony that feels thoughtful, inclusive, and unmistakably yours.
Find your ceremony Personal from the start Welcoming by nature
MANY TRADITIONS. ONE BEAUTIFUL BEGINNING.
Room for your story.
Honor where you come from.
Celebrate the life you’re creating together.
01 / ROOTED IN TRADITIONJewish WeddingsTimeless traditions, thoughtfully
shaped around your life together.Explore Jewish ceremonies 02 / BEAUTIFULLY BROUGHT TOGETHERInterfaith
WeddingsTwo backgrounds. A shared future.
Every part of you belongs.Discover the possibilities 03 / UNMISTAKABLY YOUPersonalized CeremoniesYour values, your promises, your way of saying “I do.”Make it your own
shaped around your life together.Explore Jewish ceremonies 02 / BEAUTIFULLY BROUGHT TOGETHERInterfaith
WeddingsTwo backgrounds. A shared future.
Every part of you belongs.Discover the possibilities 03 / UNMISTAKABLY YOUPersonalized CeremoniesYour values, your promises, your way of saying “I do.”Make it your own
However your love story unfolds, you are welcome here. Let’s find your beginning
A RABBI. A GUIDE. A HUMAN CONNECTION.
More than four
decades of experience.
One ceremony
at a time.
Rabbi Sanford “Sandy” Akselrad brings a lifetime of listening, leadership, and compassion to life’s defining moments.
After 37 years leading Congregation Ner Tamid, he began a new chapter as a concierge and destination rabbi. His approach remains the same: meet people where they are, make them feel welcome, and help them find meaning.
1984ORDAINED AT HUC-JIR
37 yearsLEADING NER TAMID
Everyone needs a Rabbi.
I would be honored
to be yours.
FAITH. COMMUNITY. CONVERSATION.
A thoughtful voice.
A wider conversation.
Get to know Rabbi Sandy through
the stories and ideas he shares.
THE WORDS THAT MATTER MOST
Real connection.
Lasting memories.
Couples and families share what it felt like to celebrate with Rabbi Sandy.
“Rabbi Akselrad helped us feel seen. Not just as Jews, but as a family. Our wedding ceremony was the most personal experience we could have imagined.”
“I always thought Judaism was out of reach for someone like me. Rabbi Akselrad made it feel possible. More than that — welcome.”
“It was as if Rabbi Akselrad became part of our family. From our first Zoom meeting to our destination Las Vegas wedding, Rabbi A made our big day so special.”
BEYOND THE CEREMONY
A little wisdom.
A deeper connection.
Stories to spend time with.
Conversations to carry with you.
THE PODCAST
The Journey
Back to Faith
Thoughtful conversations about faith and connection with Rabbi Sandy and Reverend Adrian Doll.
Listen to the conversationFAITH MATTERS · VEGAS VOICE TVA FEW THINGS YOU MAY BE WONDERING
Let’s make the
first step easy.
Every ceremony starts with a conversation.
Here’s a little to help you begin.
Do you officiate interfaith weddings?
Absolutely. Rabbi Sandy believes that love, mutual respect, and a shared commitment are the foundation of a meaningful marriage. He is delighted to officiate weddings where one partner is Jewish and the other comes from a different faith tradition.
Ceremonies are rooted in Jewish tradition, but designed to be warm, inclusive, and meaningful to everyone present — with care taken so both families feel welcomed and fully part of the celebration.
While he does not co-officiate with clergy from other faith traditions, he works closely with each couple to create a personal, heartfelt ceremony. Learn more about interfaith weddings.
Do you officiate same-gender weddings?
Absolutely. Rabbi Sandy joyfully officiates weddings for same-gender couples. As a Reform rabbi, he embraces the Jewish values of inclusion, equality, and respect — and works with each couple to create a personalized ceremony that reflects their love and the life they are building together.
Can we make our ceremony personal?
Absolutely. Your story, values, and wishes are the starting point. Discuss vows, family involvement, and the Jewish traditions you would like to include during your consultation.
We’re traveling to Las Vegas. Can we meet online?
Yes. You can get to know Rabbi Sandy virtually before arriving in Las Vegas. Share your venue, wedding date, and ideas to begin planning together.
What are the ceremony fees?
Please contact Rabbi Sandy for a quote tailored to your wedding. Share your date, location, and ceremony plans, and ask about preparation, travel, and what is included. See what’s included.
How do we get started?
Book a complimentary conversation by phone or email. It’s a chance to share your hopes, ask questions, and see whether Rabbi Sandy is the right fit for your celebration. Start here.
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER STARTS HERELet’s create a ceremony
Let’s create a ceremony
you’ll remember forever.
Tell me about the two of you.
We’ll take it from there.