Posts by Catherine Jury
Writing Wedding Vows That Feel True to You
A calm celebrant’s guide to writing wedding vows: finding your voice, avoiding clichés, and speaking with warmth and ease on the day. When it comes to writing wedding vows that feel right, many couples find themselves approaching this with some apprehension. This is entirely understandable, as your vows represent some of the most cherished and…
Read MoreBotanical Symbolism in Wedding, Funeral and Naming Ceremonies
Botanical symbolism offers a powerful way to connect life’s milestones to the natural world. As a lifelong gardener, having helped my Dad mow the lawn, grow runner beans and later propagate geraniums in the greenhouse for many years as a child, I have always felt a deep connection to the natural world. That connection now…
Read MoreWhat Is a Celebrant-led ceremony? (and Why You Need One)
When you first start planning a celebrant-led wedding ceremony, naming ceremony or celebration of life, you may not be entirely familiar with what a celebrant does. In relation to weddings, people are often unclear on the distinction between a celebrant and a registrar. I’m always very happy to clarify that a celebrant offers something far…
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