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Commitment Cereony. My Sydney Celebrant. Civil and marriage celebrant servicing Sydney & the South Coast.

A commitment ceremony is a public celebration of the love and commitment you share with your partner. As a result, it is crucial that everything you say and do in your ceremony has real significance and reflects the way you feel about each other.

The actual vows or declaration of commitment that you exchange with your partner should be the most important part of your commitment ceremony. There are a great variety of vows available which can include traditional, contemporary and original wording. Whichever type of vows you choose to include, I can help you construct something truly meaningful and memorable.

The ceremony may take many forms, and combining any number of different options can give you almost limitless choice. You may include your choice of vows, poetry, prose or personal messages of celebration, symbolic rituals, music of your choice and you may also like to incorporate family and friends. I can provide a broad selection of ceremonies, readings, vows, ring presentations, poetry and numerous resources to help you tailor a unique and meaningful ceremony.

Although my ceremonies are uniquely personalised for each couple, the running of a Commitment Ceremony typically has most of the following components:

Your ceremony can include any number of additional components, and is limited only by imagination. Some examples are listed below:

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a Commitment ceremony a legal ceremony?

At this point in time, a Commitment ceremony is not a legal ceremony in Australia as federal legislation does not recognise same-sex marriage. There is a big push for the legalisation of same sex marriage in Australia so that same-sex couples can public celebrate their love and commitment obtain equal legal rights; including the same taxation and superannuation advantages available to heretosexual couples. In countries such as the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Canada and South Africa, same-sex marriages are legal. Hopefully same-sex marriage will be recognised in Australia in the near future.

How long does the Ceremony Take?

Usually between 20-30mins.

Can I include other people in my ceremony other than the celebrant?

Yes, the majority of the ceremony is typically performed by the celebrant but other people can do substantial sections such as poetry readings. The ceremony can be tailored however you like.

What happens if it’s raining and our ceremony is outdoors?

Risk management is a very important consideration and you should ensure you have a wet weather alternative for your ceremony. A gazebo or hall is usually a good place if your ceremony is in a park or garden or sometimes there may be a possibility of a ceremony at your place of reception.

Do we need to have a rehearsal?

A rehearsal of the ceremony always helps smooth events on the actual day, but it is not compulsory.

When do we have to pay our deposit?

Without a deposit, I’ll hold the day for you for two weeks. The deposit should be paid by cheque, cash or direct debit within two weeks.

What happens to our deposit if our ceremony is cancelled?

Should the ceremony be cancelled by you within 7 days of initial booking, the booking fee is fully refundable. At anytime after this you will forfeit your booking fee.

When do we have to pay the balance of the fee?

As set out in the fees schedule, the outstanding balance is payable within either four weeks of the first draft of the ceremony being issued or four weeks before the ceremony, whichever is the later of the two.

What happens to the balance of our payment if the ceremony is cancelled?

If a ceremony that has been paid in full is cancelled within 2 weeks of the ceremony, a refund of 25% of the full payment will be refunded, otherwise a refund of 50% will be paid.