about me About me
Hello and congratulations. I am a professional celebrant with almost 30 years experience in both senior retail management and the music industry. I have excellent 'people skills' plus a wealth of experience to bring to your very special day.
I have been asked many times 'What was my main reason for becoming a celebrant'? Yes it was suggested by my dear and close friends but the answer is quite simple. I have always enjoyed the gift of working and helping people and I came into this profession because I truly wanted to make a real difference. Yes I absolutely love it, it suits me very well and I definitely made the right decision!
One of my greatest enjoyments as a celebrant is the fulfilment that I have working with couples to help them make their very special wedding day one of the most beautiful and memorable events in their lives.
I have developed over the years 'excellent communication skills' and I have a wonderful approach to the profession. I guarantee to bring the very best in my professional abilities to your celebration.
With my specially prepared 'Wedding Design Book' the preparation of your special day is made easy offering many wonderful selections of 'beautifully prepared multiple choice wordings' which will enable you to design your ceremony exactly 'your way'. I promise that you will absolutely love it!!!
"If you feel that I am the right celebrant for you, send me your enquiry so we can get started".
Kind regards
Henri
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Wedding design Designing your Wedding Ceremony
Preparing your marriage ceremony is a very special and individual event and as a example will follow this basic structure which of course can be individually changed to suit you and your partners needs and as a general rule will traditionally run for approximately 20-25 minutes.
1: Introduction
2: First Reading
3: Celebrant Authority from Marriage Act
4: Giving away of the Bride
5: The Asking
6: Your Vows
7: Ring Ceremony
8: Second Reading
9: Declaration of Marriage
10: Signing of Register and Certificates
11: Presentation of Certificates to couple as husband and wife
With my specially prepared 'Wedding Ceremony Design Book' the preparation of your special day is made easy with my many selections of 'beautifully prepared multiple choice wordings' which will enable you to fully design your ceremony exactly 'your way' . Alternatively I will sit with you both and help you write and plan your individual event.
All meetings in relation to your marriage ceremony will be conducted at my home/office where I will discuss and prepare all your legal documents and listen to your special requirements to ensure that you will have the most memorable and happiest of occassions.
All legal documentations will be prepared in a professional and private manner.
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commitment Commitment Ceremony/Renewal of Vows
'Commitment' or 'the renewal of vows' ceremonies can be a extremely rewarding experience and should be shared with family and friends in your home, garden setting or party and can also be celebrated on a special wedding anniversary.
The re-affirmation of one's love to each other is a very joyous occasion where you can announce your love for each other as a lead up to your
future commitment of marriage, or alternatively the renewal
of your marriage vows which will help you to move forward
in a exciting new phase of your married life.
You personal celebration can be designed to follow the
basic but not legal structure of a marriage ceremony
which will involve the 'Renewal of Vows' and
'Ring Ceremony".
A beaufiful certificate acknowleding your 'Re-affirmation
of Vow's or Commitment ' is presented to the couple on
completion of the ceremony.
This is a absolutely wonderful event which is filled with
emotion and to bring all your dear friends and loved ones
back together again and let them share the truly deep and meaningful love that you share with your 'partner for life'
I have many examples of these ceremonies in my 'Renewal of Vows Planning Package' or alternatively I will sit with you and help you design your individual wordings of your life long commitment to each other.
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baby namings Baby Naming Ceremonies
This is a very popular celebration and a opportunity to express great joy and happiness on the birth of your child with those that are dearest and closest to you. It is also the occasion of welcoming your child into the world amonst your family and friends and to formally recognise
the appointment of the Godparents or Guardians.
1: Introduction
2: Special Poem
3: Sibling and Grandparents
4: Godparents/Guardians
5: Special Rituals
6: Naming
7: Poem
8: Conclusion
Special commenerative certificates will be presented to the parents of the child and to each of the Godparents or Guardians. Grandparents play a major role in the life of your child and are also recognised in this special event to congratulate the parents.
I have many examples of ceremonies in my "Namings Planning Kit" or
alternatively I can sit with you and design your personal celebration or
you can introduce your own material.
Naming ceremony format example
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Testimonials Page 1 My Testimonials
"Thank you so much Henri for officiating at our Wedding ceremony. You are the best, most professional, genuine and caring celebrant, someone that we will happily call our new friend!
Your preparation, communication and organisation made the whole process very simple for us and you honestly made us and our families feel like the most special people on the earth.
You really went above and beyond, right down to the tic tacs for the groomsmen and organising the microphone to compensate for the wind, and for this we are eternally grateful. Your warmth, happiness and easy going manner made our day very special, one that we will never forget.
Thank you so very much for everything Henri, you are a truly amazing and wonderful person and we appreciate everything you have done for us from the bottom of our hearts!!"
All our love Ryan & Rebecca Morrison xxx”
"Thank you so much Henri for a beautiful ceremony at our wedding. We are deeply grateful for all your assistance and guidance. You were there to support us when we needed help and advice in the planning and design of the ceremony. We were amazed by your relaxed, fun and sincere approach to creating a ceremony that emphasised each of our personalities.
Many have commented on how the style and elegant simplicity of the ceremony was moving and a joy to be a part of. We will always cherish the memories of our wedding day and the ceremony was one of the most amazing moments in our lives.
We are deeply grateful and honoured that you were our celebrant"....My&Adam Cain
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Page 2 My Testimonials
"Leesa and I felt very comfortable with you right from the beginning at our initial meeting with you. Your attention to detail was second to none, and we sincerely believe that we made the right choice in choosing you to share our special day with us. Once again, thanks for your professionalism and know-how, as we wish you and yours all the very best for your future"....R&L
"Henri has exhibited an inspiring commitment to marriage in his personal example, with his wife Sue. Professionally I know no other person who posses the same reputation for personal integrity and ethical standards. Henri has a rare quality and warmth of character that immediately puts you at ease in his company and I believe that he will excel as a marriage celebrant"....
"His general bearing and manner in all relationships is impossible to fault and in my opinion he is ideally suited to be a Marriage Celebrant. Henri is an intelligent individual with (broad/international) experience in dealing with people and their situations in life. His deep knowledge of support services has been developed by his education, social and business relationships and ongoing caring personality"....
"Henri possess the following attributes: he is warm, caring, unpretentious, gregarious, a good listener and above all true to himself, family and friends"....
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contact page 
Contact Henri
650 Main Road
Wellington Point 4160
Phone: 0419 645 161
