Vow renewal
In Australia it is against the law to get married if you are already married - even when its with the same person! So, a vow renewal ceremony is the perfect option for married couples who want to reaffirm their commitment to each other. There are no legal requirements for a vow renewal ceremony so you are free to plan your ceremony how you like and there is no legal paperwork to sign!
Some people choose to re-new their vows on wedding milestone anniversaries, but it is becoming popular to do it more often nowadays. Some couples love weddings so much they have a vow renewal every year! Other reasons might be following a rough patch in your relationship, or maybe you had a registry wedding or got married overseas (where the marriage is recognised in Australia), and you want to have a ceremony here with family and friends.
commitment ceremony
A Commitment Ceremony is perfect for a couple who wishes to express their love and commitment to one another, without entering a legally binding marriage. With a Commitment Ceremony you are not considered legally married, therefore, you will not need to sign or submit documentation to Births, Deaths & Marriages.
Commitment Ceremonies can be personalised in the same way as a wedding, just minus the legal bits. During a Commitment Ceremony you can choose to dress the part, express your commitment by declaring vows to one another, exchange rings, and even sign a (non-legal) Certificate which you can keep as a momento of your special day. In fact, for guests attending, it won't really look or feel any different to a wedding.
Naming Day Ceremony
A naming day ceremony is a symbolic celebration that requires no licences and has no legalities, it can take any format that you choose. It is a perfect time to make certain promises and commitments to your child, and for other important people in your child’s life to give well wishes, and pledge their support. It is a beautiful way to welcome your baby into your circle of family and friends, formally announce their name, and publicly declare the special people in your baby's life who will be their guardians.
other life celebrations
If you would like an MC for a special occasion, a birthday or anniversary milestone, a graduation, or an engagement, please feel free to contact me and let's discuss your ideas! If I am your wedding celebrant, I can also act as your MC at your reception.
Boat naming or renaming a boat
Yes, it is a thing! Naming and renaming a boat is an important ritual for many sailors. Legend dictates that renaming your boat without the proper ceremony can result in bad luck and negative boating experiences. The sea is a living, breathing entity and demands respect at all times.
According to 'legend', every vessel is recorded by name in the Ledger of the Deep which is kept by Poseidon himself, and before a boat can be renamed it must have all traces of its original name purged in order to have it struck from the ledger and entered in under it's new name. If you have a new boat and wish to have it added to the Ledger of the Deep, and be blessed with good luck - a simple boat naming is all you need to keep it, and you, safe on the water!
In order to bless your boat with good fortune and luck, there are a number of very simple steps you must take which includes a simple ceremony and a couple of bottles of champagne. Contact me if you would like to know more.