
Same Sex Commitment Ceremonies
I strongly believe that all couples have the right
to participate in a joyous and celebratory ceremony that reflects
honesty and dignity in a commitment to a lifelong partnership and
union.
While a same-sex commitment ceremony does not
create a legally recognised union it is an occasion for you to express
your love in the presence of family and friends, giving them an
opportunity to acknowledge and support your lifelong commitment.
With your participation and in consideration of your ideas and wishes,
I
will
write a Ceremony that outwardly reflects and expresses your heartfelt
love and
commitment to each other. It will be personalised to reflect your
styles, your
characters and your story.
Whether you would like a ceremony that is modern,
casual, formal, simple or elegant or a combination of these, I can make
suggestions
to create the atmosphere you decide on. The richness of your ceremony
can be
enhanced by various symbolic additions.
REGISTERING YOUR
RELATIONSHIP: The State of Victoria has a Relationships
Register which
allows those in a same-sex or domestic partnership to register their
relationship. Registering your relationship is a paper-based
transaction that
includes no ceremony. A fee is payable for registration with an
additional fee for a certificate and there is a 28 day waiting period
between making the application and the actual registration.
Choosing to register your relationship adds
government recognition to your
commitment ceremony but is not a requirement for a commitment ceremony.
When you book your ceremony with me I will explain what you need to do
to apply to have your relationship included in the Relationships
Register.
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I can’t thank you
enough for your compassion, emotional support and creativity. It was
the way you made our ceremony truly unique and the way it ran so
seamlessly, that made our guests feel like you were a member of our
family. The specially crafted ceremony you wrote and designed for us
was truly unique. The circle of leaves, the creation of vows, the way
in which you engaged our guests, immersing them into the love we have…
made the day very special. I’m so grateful that we chose you to confirm
our commitment to each other as I can’t imagine another person who
could not only meet what we had in mind, but surpass our
expectations. You were as much an important part of our ceremony
as our families were and we’re very grateful. Every guest made a
comment about your sincerity and warmth and I would most certainly say
to any couples who value their love and who need professionalism and
care with a ceremony, to use your unique service. Thanks again, Walt and Shaun
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