In many families, when someone dies, there can be a tendency to protect younger members of the family from what has happened. Parents and role models often do this is several ways: by sugar-coating the description of what has happened; by introducing the idea that the child will see the person again in some kind Read more…
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How Much Does a Celebrant Earn?
Whether you’re a budding celebrant wanting to know if celebrancy is a viable career, a newly-trained celebrant wanting to know where your price point should be, or even just a client wondering how much your chosen celebrant could cost you, questions that might be going through your head might be: “How much does a celebrant Read more…
Marianne Burke-Thompson | Wedding and Funeral Celebrant
Hello! I’m Marianne, your Civil Celebrant in Merseyside.
Karen Knights | Funeral Celebrant
Hello, I am Karen, a funeral celebrant from Darlington. I work mainly in County Durham, but also further afield when requested to do so.
What’s the difference between a Celebrant and a Registrar?
One of the most common questions a celebrant gets asked by brides-to-be and potential clients is: what is the difference between a celebrant and a registrar? It’s a common question because people are often bound by tradition, and for years the way of getting married has been to either do it in a church or Read more…
When is the best time for a Naming Ceremony?
According to a 2018 survey, religiosity in the UK is on the decline, with 52% of the public now saying they do not belong to any religion, a rise from 31% in 1983. As a result, naming ceremonies are becoming a popular way to welcome a new child into the world, working as a replacement Read more…
Green Funerals Pros and Cons | Part 3: Natural Burial Grounds
Part 1 is here. Part 2 is here. In a world where our personal environmental impact is high on the agenda, green funerals may be something that you are considering for yourself or for a family member. Even if you’re not, chances are you’ve at least heard of a green funeral – perhaps you’ve heard Read more…
Matt Hindle | Funeral Celebrant
Hello, I am Matt, a funeral celebrant from Greater Manchester (even though it should be still Lancashire), but that conversation is for another time. I am able to cover Rochdale, Oldham, Manchester and West Yorkshire, but also further afield when requested to do so.
Kerry Munn | Funeral Celebrant
Hello! My name is Kerry. I’m a mum to three boys and I’m a funeral Celebrant in the Liverpool and surrounding areas. Having lived in Liverpool all my life, I am very proud of my City and I love to learn about the history of it. I’m quite familiar with most areas and I love meeting new people, and learning about their families and the life they have led. Being a great listener, I find a reassuring comfort in sharing my life experiences with people who have been through similar situations to myself.
Green Funerals Pros and Cons | Part 2: Coffins
Green funerals may be something that you are considering. Using biodegradable coffins is another way to reduce your environmental impact.