Wedding Celebrant Services
On booking with me I will organise a meeting if possible, or I will send to you an information booklet which includes:
- Sure ways to make your wedding ceremony a success;
- Wedding Planner;
- Step by step guide to writing your own wedding ceremony;
- Sample vows and ceremonies;
- Readings and poems;
- Legal paperwork required.
The Notice of Intended Marriage has to be returned to me one month and one day before your ceremony and can be submitted up to eighteen months prior to your set wedding date.
Hari went out of her way to help. Organising our wedding from Perth on the internet could have been a disaster but with Hari's help and recommendations, it was all easy. Thank you so much for making our fantastic day the best it could have been.
All the effort you put in before and during was so much appreciated. You went out of your way to help us and ensure that everything turned out perfect. It was lovely to meet you. All the very best.
- Allan and Julie Devlin
"I will provide you with a beautifully written presentation Marriage Certificate and a copy of your ceremony.
A full rehearsal will be available in my home if required.
I have a wealth of knowledge about the Sunshine Coast's best Wedding locations, venues and Wedding services to offer to you."
Marriage Ceremony Ideas and Assistance
On booking with me, your Wedding Ceremony will cease to be a mystery.
I can provide unlimited ideas and will assist you every step of the way. I offer you meetings and guidance via telephone or email, all paperwork and information, the required legal documentation, preparation of the ceremony and officiating at your wedding. I can supply a P.A. System at no extra cost.
The Structure of the Wedding Ceremony
There are only two paragraphs from the Marriage Act 1961 that have to be legally included in the ceremony and they are as follows:
"I am duly authorised by law to solemnise marriages according to law. Before you are joined in marriage in my presence and in the presence of these witnesses, I am to remind you of the solemn and binding nature of the relationship into which you are about to enter. Marriage, according to law in Australia, is the union of a man and a woman to the exclusion of all others, voluntarily entered into for life." Or words to that effect.
"I call upon the persons here present to witness that I, (name) take thee, (name) to be my lawful wedded wife. I call upon the persons here present to witness that I (name) take thee (name) to be my lawful wedded husband."
You can use these as they are or words to that effect - as long as we all know, as witnesses, that you are marrying each other voluntarily and with the intention that the marriage will last for life.
Your wedding ceremony can be your own personal creation and can be built on as you go along. I will help you to design a ceremony that is just perfect for your needs, or, if you prefer, I will design a ceremony for you. The following possible components are just a guide to help you on your way.
| Welcome: | To Family and Friends, the couple and acknowledging ancestors, family not present and guests from overseas. |
| Introduction: | Sharing your values and views on marriage. Your meeting acknowledging the love and support of your friends and families. Acknowledging your children and family. |
| Introduction of celebrant: | Explanation from the Marriage Act to state the authority of the celebrant and explaining what marriage means according to the law in Australia. |
| Giving away, Parental blessing: | An opportunity for parents to be involved by pledging their love and acceptance of the marriage. Or the Traditional giving away. Or blessing by children. |
| Reading: | A poem or verse read by the celebrant or by a family member or friend. Alternatively a song. |
| The Vows: | You can write your own vows or use traditional vows. I will help you to express what is important to you. I supply you with a booklet about writing your vows. |
| Symbolic action: | Again, all optional:
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| Declaration of marriage: | Pronouncement of husband and wife. The Kiss. |
| Signing: | The legal documentation, the register and certificates. You need two witnesses over the age of 18. |
| Closing: | A Blessing, reading or words of congratulations. Presentation of Marriage Certificate and couple announced to family and friends. Announcing the festivities. |
It may all seem overwhelming at first but we take it one step at a time and it comes together beautifully.
For more information, please contact me through my booking and enquiries form.
Unforgettable Moments Ceremonies
ABN 27 794 139 876
Ph/Fx: +61 (0)7 5471 0747
Mob: (0416) 108 058
Page last updated: Oct 01, 2009