Rev. Dr. Jonathan A. Rodriguez
Ordained Minister in Palmetto Bay, Florida
Why did you originally become an ordained minister online?
I was first ordained in May 2008 so I could serve the people around me — officiating weddings, praying with families, and offering spiritual support to patients and caregivers in the healthcare settings where I work. Ministry has been part of my life ever since, alongside my work as a physician and educator.
Where are you from?
Miami, Florida.
What do you hope to achieve with your online ordination?
To serve couples and families at the moments that matter most — weddings, blessings, and times of loss — and to build an interfaith, bilingual congregation that gathers in person in Palmetto Bay and online across the Americas. I am founding Lumen Church to carry that work forward. We specialize in spreading the word through our online platforms — livestreamed services, teaching, and prayer that reach people wherever they are.
Religious Affiliations
Universal Life Church
Additional Information
Ordained through the Universal Life Church in May 2008 (renewed October 2026). Founding Pastor of Lumen Church, an interfaith congregation in Palmetto Bay, Florida, with online services. I welcome people of every tradition and those still searching.
What do you think makes your ceremonies special as a Palmetto Bay, FL wedding officiant?
Every ceremony is written with the couple, in English, Spanish, or both, and shaped around their story and traditions — interfaith, non-denominational, or secular. I keep it warm, unhurried, and personal, and I handle the Florida license paperwork so the couple only has to show up and say yes.
Types of Service Offered
Marriages, Same-Sex Marriages, Renewal of Vows, Baptisms, Funerals, House Blessings, Premarital Counseling, General Ministry, Spiritual Guidance
Additional Information
Bilingual (English/Spanish) ceremonies, including interfaith and non-denominational weddings, vow renewals, baby blessings, house blessings, and memorial services. As a physician and Florida notary public, I also offer hospital and home visits, spiritual counseling, and can notarize documents when a ceremony requires it. Available in Miami-Dade and online.