The Celebrant4u - Civil Marriage Celebrant

The Renewal of Vows is not only an expression of love for each other, but also a remembrance of  times past and of a renewal of hopes for the future.

A Renewal of Vows could be to re-enact a couple’s  wedding day with their old friends and new friends,  as well as family,  and possibly their children, to share their life, their history and love story in their latter years.  
 
And sometimes, just because it feels like a good thing to do!

Whatever the reason, I will work with you to create a unique ceremony you will cherish. You can include any part of your original ceremony that you wish, including special music, and, if possible even invite members of the original wedding party to be involved. I will provide you with a variety of readings and ideas to help inspire you, and you may ask those close to you to contribute also, by sharing their stories and memories, giving readings, or reciting poems they have written specially for the occasion.

Generally, for such a ceremony, we spend a little time reflecting on your history, revisiting  important events along the way, eg, the birth of children, relocation of your home, and other key milestones and events that have taken place over the years. If you wish to exchange gifts or eternity rings to mark the occasion, this can be incorporated into the ceremony. If appropriate, your children or grandchildren can take a special part in the celebration ,too.

Renewing your vows is a wonderful way to look back over the years you've shared with each other, honouring and celebrating the good times and the challenges, and is a lovely way to give thanks to each other and to those nearest and dearest, as you make your vows and wishes for the years you’ve yet to share.

There are no legal requirements for a Renewal of Vows so no birth or marriage certificates are required.  The ceremony is usually very personal  it is the tale of a couple's love and their commitment to see each other through the rest of life's journey.