# Christians Embrace a Jewish Wedding Tradition February 11, 2011 Author: Samuel G. Freedman Source: The New York Times In a San Antonio chapel last August, after reciting their wedding vows and exchanging their rings, Sally and Mark Austin prepared to receive communion for the first time as husband and wife. Just before they did, their minister asked them to sign a document. It was a ketubah, a traditional Jewish marriage contract. See also:- [ Experience/Lifecycle Events/Expressions ](/news-stories/experiencelifecycle-eventsexpressions) - [ Christianity ](/religions/christianity) - [ Interfaith ](/religions/interfaith) - [ Judaism ](/religions/judaism) Share on:- [ Facebook ](#) - [ Twitter ](#) - [ Linkedin ](#)