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Confessions of a Celebrant:
Where love, laughter and Tears Collide


Embracing Wedding Traditions: A Global Perspective
Planning your own wedding is a special journey where traditions from around the world can play a significant role in shaping your...
Neil Jeffery
Jun 6, 20242 min read
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Whats A Civil Celebrant
What We Do And Why We Do It Being a celebrant is more than a job I’d go as far as saying its a calling - a vocation that has and does...
Neil Jeffery
Apr 26, 20243 min read
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Navigating Loss Together:
The Vital Role of Funeral Directors and Celebrants The relationship between funeral directors and I as a celebrant is crucial in...
Neil Jeffery
Apr 19, 20242 min read
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Unleash Your Wedding Creativity:
Embrace Personalisation with a Civil Celebrant Congratulations, bride-to-be! As you embark on the journey of planning your special day,...
Neil Jeffery
Apr 12, 20242 min read
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Whats It Like Working with a Funeral Celebrant
When you decide to work with a funeral celebrant, you're in for a supportive and collaborative experience. I usually start by meeting...
Neil Jeffery
Apr 5, 20241 min read
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Exploring Wedding practices Around the World
Wedding traditions vary significantly across different cultures, each with its own unique customs and rituals that reflect the values and...
Neil Jeffery
Mar 31, 20242 min read
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Wedding Options
The History, Meaning, and Modern-Day Use of the Handfasting Ceremony Handfasting is a symbolic marriage ritual with ancient origins that...
Neil Jeffery
Mar 22, 20242 min read
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The Legal Position of Wedding Celebrants
In the United Kingdom, the role of a wedding celebrant in legally marrying couples is a topic that often raises questions and confusion....
Neil Jeffery
Mar 15, 20242 min read
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The Transformative Influence of Ceremonies: A Personal Exploration of Their Power, Function, and Impact
Ceremonies have woven themselves into the fabric of human culture and society for centuries, becoming cherished moments that hold immense...
Neil Jeffery
Mar 8, 20242 min read
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Eulogy for Robin
A central part of any funeral is eulogy and writing one takes time, its built upon input from all those people important to the...
Neil Jeffery
Mar 5, 20242 min read
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Billy Connolly's Big Send Off
As a celebrant I’m often struck by are attitude to death a journey we all ultimately will take yet talking about it still feels very...
Neil Jeffery
Mar 4, 20242 min read
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The Poetry of Marriage
Kahlil Gibran, was a prominent Lebanese-American writer, poet, and artist, who left an indelible mark on literature with his profound...
Neil Jeffery
Mar 4, 20242 min read
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Embarking on the Journey of Marriage
Exploring the Benefits of Choosing a Celebrant Congratulations on your decision to embark on this beautiful journey of marriage! As...
Neil Jeffery
Mar 4, 20242 min read
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Navigating the Depth of Grief: A Compassionate Guide to Healing
Grief is a universal human experience, a profound and complex journey that touches us all at some point in our lives. Whether triggered...
Neil Jeffery
Mar 3, 20242 min read
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Honoring Life's Milestones with Grace
Honoring Life's Milestones with Grace Life is full of significant moments that deserve to be celebrated and honored. Whether it's a...
Neil Jeffery
Mar 3, 20242 min read
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Crafting Personalised Ceremonies for Every Occasion
Crafting Personalised Ceremonies for Every Occasion At Celebrate with Grace, we understand that every occasion is unique and deserves a...
Neil Jeffery
Mar 3, 20243 min read
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Creating Unforgettable Wedding Ceremonies
Creating Unforgettable Wedding Ceremonies Your wedding day is one of the most important and memorable days of your life. It's a day...
Neil Jeffery
Mar 3, 20242 min read
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