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.
Dear Captain Arnold, We cannot thank you enough for your beautiful ceremony. We loved your humor and thoughtful words about marriage. Your message was meaningful to all who attended and we received many compliments on what a spectacular ceremony it was. Thanks for making our special day as special as possible. Warm Regards, Joanna and Stephen C.
Dear Captain Arnold; Weddings are a special time for every couple. On April 27, 2012 aboard the NCL Star in New York, we were finally able to stand before our friends and family and be joined in marriage. We cannot thank you enough for making our wedding day the most memorable experience we could have ever hoped for. The ceremony was filled with compassion, love and wisdom. Your tender words, sharing of your experiences and the special touches you added to our service exceeded anything we could have imagined. Many of our guests expressed that it was one of the most beautiful weddings they have ever attended. It was a picture perfect day from start to finish. From the moment the space shuttle flew over our ship, throughout the ceremony and reception, we could never have hoped for a more perfect day. Again, we would like to thank you for all making our day wonderful. Sincerely, Jim and Dan
Dear Captain Arnold, thank you so much for making our big day so special. We were so happy that you were the one to marry us! We will never forget you! Love, Jillian and Anthony
Dear Captain Arnold, Our wedding exceeded our expectations and having you perform the ceremony on board the ship Explore Of The Seas made the day even more memorable. We both really enjoyed your ceremony and our guests are still talking about it, you made us both feel calm and at ease from the moment we met. Thank you once again for making our special day even more special, Many thanks, Scott & Jessica Masters
Hi Captain Arnold, We want to thank you for performing such a beautiful ceremony! It was an incredibly special day and you certainly helped to create that. Everyone had wonderful things to say about you, and loved the ceremony. We are so thankful for having you there for us on such an important day! Thank you again, it was truly wonderful!! All the best, Jen & Corey Kaiser
