What is a Unity Candle ritual, what is involved and how can you include it in your modern wedding ceremony? What do I mean by a ritual? First of all, what is a ritual? A ritual is the term we use to describe an element within the ceremony, usually an action that is symbolic. Rituals Read More
Easy ways to add tradition to your Irish elopement
Fancy an Irish elopement? If you have decided on an Irish elopement or destination wedding, the chances are you are interested in the culture, history, stories and music. You may also have been blown away by the stunning natural beauty of our little island. If you are looking for adventure, for romance, or just for Read More
Celebrant ceremony – Jason & Holly
Celebrant Ceremony Yesterday I received some photos from a couple who got married in the Summer of 2019. It was one of my favourite ceremonies of 2019, mainly because of the couple themselves. Jason and Holly were one of the most laid back and relaxed couples I have ever worked with. They were one of Read More
Eloping in Ireland – why do it?
Eloping in Ireland Have you decided to elope but aren’t quite sure where to go? Then let me ask you, do you dream of a mystical elopement ceremony atop a cliff or hillside, surrounded by nature? Maybe an ancient castle is where you imagine saying your vows. Are you looking for history, great food and Read More
Elope to Ireland – Jenn & Gary
Jenn & Gary’s Intimate Irish Elopement In 2019 I was fortunate enough to perform two beautiful elopement ceremonies in Loughcrew Estate. The second of these was for a couple, Jenn & Gary, who travelled here from the U.S. They planned to have a big family celebration back home but they wanted to do something just Read More
Same Sex Elopement Ceremony Cliffs of Moher
Last year I had the absolute pleasure of performing a romantic and intimate same sex elopement ceremony on the beautiful Cliff of Moher. The beautiful couple, Sam and Shannon from Pennsylvania, decided to run away on a trip of a lifetime and adventure to Ireland, rather than do the big wedding at home which was Read More
What is a naming day celebration?
Naming Day Celebration I am currently working on a naming day celebration for a little boy, which is another type of ceremony that Family Celebrants provide. I am still often asked what exactly is a naming day celebration, and how does it differ from a traditional christening. The answer is pretty similar to the one Read More
Samhain Traditions
Hallowe’en origins I hope everyone had a wonderful and safe Hallowe’en! My favourite season is Autumn and my favourite festival is Samhain (sow-in), which is the origin of the commercial holiday Hallowe’en. As a celebrant the ancient customs and rituals feature heavily in my training and work but I have always loved Hallowe’en. As a Read More
Personalise your ceremony with wedding rituals
How many times have you sat through a wedding ceremony and felt like you had heard it all before? This unfortunately can be the way for many wedding ceremonies, standard wording and a standard script. The result is a feeling of deja vu everytime you attend one of these weddings. Have you sworn that you Read More
