Interfaith Funeral Officiant in Sacramento
Personalized memorial services with a compassionate celebrant
Not every family fits neatly into one tradition.
You may be navigating different religious backgrounds, mixed beliefs, or simply a desire for something meaningful without feeling rigid or prescriptive.
As both a rabbi and a funeral celebrant, I work with families across Sacramento to create services that are thoughtful, inclusive, and deeply personal.
What Is a Funeral Celebrant?
A funeral celebrant works closely with a family to create a service that reflects the life, values, and relationships of the person who has died.
Rather than following a fixed template, we build something together:
Stories that matter
Readings that resonate
Rituals that feel authentic
A tone that fits your family
The result is a service that feels real, not generic.
Who This Is For
This approach is especially helpful for:
Interfaith families
Families with mixed or evolving beliefs
Those not affiliated with a synagogue or church
Families who want something meaningful but flexible
Anyone who wants a service centered on the person, not just the structure
My Approach
I bring together:
The depth and wisdom of Jewish tradition
Experience working with people in moments of crisis and loss
A collaborative, listening-centered process
We will talk, reflect, and shape the service together so that it honors both your loved one and your family.
How This Differs from a Traditional Service
A traditional service follows a set structure.
A celebrant-led service begins with a question:
Who was this person, and how do we honor that truthfully?
From there, we create something that fits.
Additional Options
Some families choose to include Jewish elements. Others draw from multiple traditions or keep things entirely secular.
All of these are possible.
If you are looking for a more traditional Jewish funeral, you can learn about my work as a rabbi for funerals.
If you’re not sure what kind of service you need, that’s completely okay. You’re welcome to call or text me at (916) 572-6014, or email me at rosenbergmatt@gmail.com, and we can think it through together.