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Sharing a life
Why?
Traditionally most weddings were held in churches. The alternative was a registry
office. Today, many couples do not want a religious service but want more than
a registry office. For these couples a Humanist wedding offers the ideal solution.
Where?
Humanist weddings can be held anywhere - indoors or out in the open. Many couples
choose to hold their ceremony in a hotel, country house or castle; others
simply use their own garden. Some are held overseas - every year the list
of venues gets longer.
When?
Humanist weddings can be held any day of the week. This
is in contrast to registry office ceremonies which can only be held Monday
to Friday. Humanist weddings can be conducted at any time of the day. They
are often a little later than other weddings as there is usually no travel
necessary from ceremony to reception.
How?
Humanist weddings are easy to arrange - simply make contact by email or phone
(contact details here). Please give plenty of notice as demand
for Humanist ceremonies is growing all the time.
What are they like?
Humanist wedding ceremonies are composed individually to suit the couple’s
specific requirements. However they generally follow a generic pattern.The
bride usually arrives in the traditional manner (but she doesn’t have
to!) after which the celebrant says some words of welcome. After this there
will be a mix of readings and music interspersed with appropriate words from
the celebrant. Vows are made and rings are exchanged and then the celebrant
will usually say some closing words before the happy couple leave amidst music
and applause from their guests. Some couples like to light candles or have
some other symbolism; others prefer a simpler, more straightforward ceremony.
There are no rights and wrongs - the only real guidelines are that the ceremony
should be secular and dignified.
Note: At present Humanist weddings do not carry legal status in Ireland and couples
should make their own arrangements in this regard.
The above text is taken from our brochure which you may download and print if you wish.
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