My fiance is originally from Pakistan and his family is Muslim. I am an Episcopal Christian. We want to have a series of ceremonies that is respectful to each faith tradition and culture, while also being low-key, casual, simple, engaging, and fun. Our families are open-minded, loving, and light-hearted, with very limited expectations or issues with "x not being traditional," so we think we have the opportunity to create a unique and beautiful experience for each other and our guests. Both of us are quintessentially "spiritual but not religious."
Our Current Idea:
-Saturday morning nikah (short Muslim wedding ceremony) at mosque with just the parents
-Saturday night mehndi (casual party where girls get henna, play drums, sing songs, dress in traditional Pakistani clothes)
-Sunday morning brunch ceremony + reception (short exchange of vows, then brunch buffet, possibly outdoors or at restaurant--not a church)
Any other thoughts or ideas? I am curious if anyone has experience with any interfaith "fusion" ceremonies.
