Unlike those of a theistic nature, Civil Celebrants whilst officiating Naming Ceremonies prefer not to perform “water boarding” or “simulated drowning” rituals on their clients charges. Naming Celebrants have found various methods to endow “names” without the need to resort tothe abhorrent rituals above. One such method goes something like this (pictures to follow) The Read more…
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Naming Ceremony Traditions from Around the World
Australian Aborigine The Wikmungkan tribe in north-eastern Australia carries out the naming ritual during the actual birth of the baby. The midwife calls out the names of all the child‚’s living relatives one by one. The name chosen is the one being called at the moment of the final stages of the birthing process when Read more…
A Naming Ceremony – A Few Thoughts.
Naming Ceremonies You want to call me what??? A naming ceremony is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the birth of a baby or welcome adopted or stepchildren into your wider family circle. A Civil Celebrant will work with you to design and deliver an alternative to a religious celebration, but it creates a special event Read more…
Family Celebrants | 7 Strategies for Child-Friendly Ceremonies
My son and the many children I have spent time with over the years have all taught me a lot about celebrating. From them, I have learned that children love to be in community. They love to wear special clothes and have special jobs and be a part of something important and meaningful. But they Read more…
9 Special Elements to A Wedding Ceremony
9 Special Ceremony Elements (for Weddings, Partnerships & Renewal of Vows) Special Ceremony Elements at weddings and some naming ceremonies are becoming increasing popular in civil ceremonies. You don‚’t need to include a symbolic gesture in your marriage ceremony, some couples prefer a simple ceremony. However, if you are interested in adding a special ceremony element to Read more…
Wedding Ceremony Choices
Wedding Ceremony Choices – Civil Celebrants v Clergy v Registrars You have the power to make it one of the most special days in your life, So why don’t you? Today, around 80% of people planning to marry do so either with a Registrar or an Ordained Clergyperson officiating. Registrars & Clergy What those planning to Read more…
On-Line Celebrant Training
The United Kingdom Society of Celebrants (UKSoC) have added three New guided learning courses to its portfolio. The New courses are similar in content to our existing celebrant training courses, however, there is one key difference – the new courses can be completed on-line with live tutorial support from the comfort of your own office Read more…
Secular Celebrant Training from United Kingdom Society of Celebrants
Welcome to the United Kingdom Society of Celebrants (UKSOC). We are a forward thinking Professional Body dedicated to the provision of quality Independent Celebrant services. Whether your Celebration is joyous or sad, our members will design a tailor-made service fitting for the occasion, which may be a; Celebration of Life‚ Funeral Ceremony. In many cases those coping with Read more…