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Wedding Ceremonies

I am happy to officiate for you at our church in Plainview, at your Wedding Venue or at less formal sites such as backyard, beach or park.  During over 30 years of officiating at religious, civil and interfaith ceremonies, I have always told each co Read more

Baptisms and Baby Blessings

I am happy to baptize or bless your child at our church in Plainview (https://www.cfapli.net/) or at another location such as home or other venue.  We also are happy to welcome unbaptized people into our community and prepare them for baptism there Read more

Spiritual Counseling

The search for meaning and purpose is a very deep and personal journey.  My own journey has taken me through very unexpected twists and turns.  Having a guide and spiritual counselor at certain points of your life may be just was it is needed and m Read more

Vow Renewal

It has been my great joy to do vow renewal ceremonies with couples for whom I officiated as well as for couples who were married long before I was around and who are celebrating their 50th or other significant milestones.  We can do this at your hom Read more

Meditation

I teach and lead several meditation groups, both secular and religious forms of meditation.  I lead meditation groups for doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals at Northwell Health and with caregivers for those with dementia. Please c Read more

Annointing of the Sick, Funeral and Memorial Services

Following the call and example of Jesus to care for and heal the sick, I am honored to come to home, hospital or hospice to pray and administer the sacrament of Anointing, praying for God's healing for all. The most holy and solemn part of my mini Read more

About Me

Father Mike is fluent in Spanish. If you need your ceremony to be bilingual or completely in Spanish, this can be done with no problem.

El Padre Mike habla Espanol. Si necesita que la ceremonia sea bilingue o copletamente in Espanol, se puede hacer sin problema.

I am a Catholic priest, originally ordained Roman Catholic and now part of the St. Francis Community of Faith for All People in Plainview, NY  https://www.cfapli.net

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Interview With “The Knot” – “All of Your Questions About Interfaith Wedding Ceremonies, Answered”

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If you’ve ever been a part of an interfaith wedding, you’re probably aware of the (many) unique challenges they present.

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Understanding Marriage Preparation Programs – May 2020

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Engaged couples often tell me that the 6-12 months before their wedding seem like a whirlwind of activity - and with good re

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