Captain Arnold (Chaplain)

Total 45 Reviews

5 out of 5 by Heather Morrison
The most amazing cermony ever!!! Did the best job, all our guests are still talking about how great it was. I would do it all over again with captain arnold!!!!
5 out of 5 by Waunika Cofresi
Captain Arnold, Adam and I wanted to send you our deepest thank you for your glorious and Impressive ceremony presentation. Our wedding would not have been as special as it was had you not been a part of it. Our vows were truly amazing and you made our ceremony special in every way. Thank you!! Love, Nika & Adam
5 out of 5 by Valerie Cipriano
Captain Arnold, Thank you so much for making our wedding day so special. It was everything we hoped for and more. It meant so much to me that the same man who married my sister married us. Thank you. With Love, Tom and Valerie
5 out of 5 by Susan Freitag
Dear Captain Arnold, Your presentation of our wedding vows/ceremony was beyond exceptional and we were pleasantly surprised at your words of wisdom after we exchanged our vows. We highly appreciate your encouragement and would highly recommend and refer your outstanding services and we hope to see you again when we renew our vows on our next Royal Caribbean cruise. Warm Regards, Steve & Susan
5 out of 5 by Silvia Vezzani
Dear Capitan, Thank you for the wonderful celebration, you made us a beautiful gift: a gorgeous marriage! Silvia and Clemente

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About Captain Arnold (Chaplain)

Captain Arnold – Long Island Wedding Officiant, U.S. Coast Guard Licensed Captain & Ordained Interfaith Chaplain

Planning a wedding on Long Island? For over 30 years, I have proudly served as a United States Coast Guard Licensed Captain and am the only Ordained Interfaith Chaplain officially registered with the New York City Clerk’s Office as a certified wedding officiant. I specialize in creating and performing unique, meaningful, and unforgettable wedding ceremonies throughout Long Island and beyond—on land or at sea.

Whether you're exchanging vows aboard a private yacht, at a Long Island marina, beachside venue, elegant catering hall, or your favorite local restaurant, I will help you design a ceremony that reflects your love and personal style. As both a Captain and your wedding officiant, I offer a one-of-a-kind experience that blends professionalism with heart, perfect for couples seeking a nautical wedding, waterfront ceremony, or a customized celebration in any Long Island setting.

To simplify your planning process, I’ve curated a thoughtful selection of the most heartfelt vows, readings, and blessings—what I consider the “best of the best”—so we can focus on creating a stress-free and memorable experience for you and your guests. I will also assist you in personalizing your vows to capture your emotions and commitment on this most important day.

Remember: while the reception may be the celebration, your ceremony is the main event. Let’s make it one to remember.

Interview With Captain Arnold (Chaplain)

“I take the time to get to know my couples and personalize the wedding ceremony to suit their specific needs. Each ceremony I perform captures the personal warmth and love that is the essence of the couple and is infused with just a touch of humor to insure the most memorable wedding celebration possible. Couples also appreciate the knowledge I impart on them from my own 50+ years of marriage.”

The mission of Captain Arnold (Chaplain) of Nautical Wedding Bells is to be the preeminent provider of the most desired wedding ceremonies by land, sea or air. Custom personalized service is always provided for each bridal couple before, during and after the wedding to insure the fulfillment of every couple’s dream day.

What type of services do you offer?

As a Captain, I offer wedding ceremonies and a renewal of vows ceremony on land, at sea and in the air. Seems everyone wants a Captain in just about any nautical atmosphere, even alongside a big puddle.

What types of “religious” ceremonies can you perform?

While my ceremony is mostly non-denominational, I do offer some religious ceremonies, as well as the joining of different cultures. In the Hispanic tradition, I offer the “ceremony of the 13 gold coins” and “El lazo.” I can also provide the beautiful “Wine Ceremony” and the words can also be spoken in Hebrew and of course the “Breaking of the Glass” ceremony. If the couple wishes me to perform certain ceremonies that are part of their culture or heritage, I oblige them. And of course the ever popular Unity Candle Ceremony, Sand Ceremony, Rose Ceremony and Child’s Ceremony to name some popular one’s.

Do you conduct interfaith ceremonies?

I conduct interfaith, intercultural and interracial wedding ceremonies. As long as the couple has a legal marriage license to get married, I’m available to perform their wedding ceremony

How far in advance should a couple book with you?

When a couple books their wedding facility, that’s when they should contact me to see if I’m available. Some couples retain my services as far as 2 years in advance. I have performed as many as 4-6 weddings in one day, so, as long as I can space them apart leaving me with enough travel time. The toughest part of being a wedding Officiant is saying “I’m not available” to a couple because of a conflict in the day and time of a wedding ceremony that I may have with another couple

Do you have any special requirements for marrying a couple?

No special requirements are needed for marrying a couple. They must have a valid marriage license of course, and I do provide the couple with a bride and groom “check list” a few weeks before the wedding day so that I have certain personal information that will help me in preparing a personalized beautiful ceremony. I’m always available to my couples 24/7 and for those that would like to meet with me; I’m always available for them.

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