Marriage Celebrant Sydney -The Celebrant4u

A Civil Celebrant for Weddings, Name Giving, Renewal of Vows and Commitment Ceremonies.

Commitment / Love Ceremonies

Unless commitment is made, there are only promisesand hopes  but no plans." - Peter Drucker 

Commitment Ceremonies are available to couples who wish to make a special commitment to each other, 
and wish to publicly declare their promise in front of family and friends, without taking the step into legal marriage - 
for whatever reason.

Holding a Commitment Ceremony can be a deeply meaningful, empowering and personally satisfying way to acknowledge and celebrate the significance and permanence of your union.

The Commitment Ceremony is not a wedding, but a commitment between the couple to share their lives together.

Although not legally recognized in Australia , a Commitment Ceremony can in all other general respects resemble a normal marriage ceremony, and can be designed to suit your own particular needs and ideas with dignity and flair.

A Commitment Ceremonies is also available to same sex couples, providing them with an opportunity to have a meaningful ceremony, surrounded by family and friends.

The  ceremony is carefully planned and written, and includes readings, a statement of commitment, the exchange of rings and music, if couples wish, or can be individually written to suit each couple.

The Commitment Ceremony is not only an expression of love for each other, but also a remembrance of the times past and of hopes for the future. 
I will provide you with an extensive resource of sample readings, poems and ceremonies, plus ideas for symbolic rituals and extras you may wish to include to make your ceremony that little bit unique, 
to help guide and inspire you. I welcome any ideas and creative suggestions you may make, and will work with you to create a ceremony that reflects your love and aspirations as a couple.

A beautiful Certificate commemorating your commitment, and a copy of the Ceremony will be presented to you on the day.

A Commitment Ceremony like a marriage can take place in a garden, a home or any venue that is 
special to the couple.If you would like , you can have your ceremony at my place,for no extra cost ,in Killara on the north shore ,up to 20 people.Have a look at the place .

You can have your commitment registered  with ICCR – the International Register of Committed Couples by purchasing a loveley commitment ceremony certificate from ICCR  if you wish.

You are welcome to  contact me to have a chat about your ceremony. 

The Commitment Ceremony usually consists of

Introduction and welcome to family and guests

Acknowledgment of any children of the union
Poetry and/or readings
Affirmation of commitment
Exchange of rings or gifts

Messages from special guests
Signing of certificates
Closing address
Presentation of Couple and Certificate.

Registration of Same Sex Ceremonies

All NSW ceremonies can be registered as a union by you at the City of Sydney Partnership Register.

Centre link recognizes same - sex relationship from 1 July 2009.

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What does my fee cover?

  • Complete choice of personalized ceremony.
  • A package of information containing sample ceremonies, readings/poetry, rituals, music/songs etc.
  • Unlimited access to me to discuss your ceremony.
  • A rehearsal at your chosen venue. (if required)
  • A commemorative copy of your ceremony.
  • A certificate of  Commitment Ceremony.
  • Appreciation certificates for any ceremonial participants eg readers, ring bearers.
  • A guarantee that I will arrive 30 minutes before your ceremony is due to commence.
  • A guarantee of total familiarity with your ceremony and also that my part will be read with total interest and sincerity.
  • To the best of my ability I will dress to suit the occasion.
  • Use of a PA system.(including a CD player)