I specialise in designing warm and loving beautiful ceremonies – presenting them in a friendly, happy and graceful manner.
Brisbane Religious Marriage Celebrant – Offering Civil Wedding Ceremonies & Christian Wedding Ceremonies
Also servicing as a Wedding Celebrant – Cleveland, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Mt Tamborine, Redlands and Ipswich.
Voted one of the top Queensland Wedding Celebrants by her brides and grooms in 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018 and 2017 with scores of 99% 98% 97% finalist awards by the Australian Bridal Industry Academy – ABIA.
Top 10 Brides Choice Awards, Brisbane, in 2021, 2020 & 2019
Welcome! How wonderfully exciting to be planning one of the most significant and special occasions in your lives.
Your wedding is a memory which lasts a lifetime and I have an extensive range of resources to assist you as we design a beautiful and meaningful wedding ceremony as an expression of the love that you share as you step into the future as husband and wife.
Little did I realise what an amazing journey had just begun when I received my registration as a Marriage Celebrant in 2008.
Over the ensuring years I have had the absolute joy and honour of sharing happiness, love and celebration with so many beautiful brides and grooms bringing with it warmth, caring, kindness and friendship – a richness beyond measure.
How do I assist you in designing the ceremony of your dreams!
I offer ideas, inspiration and guidance to alleviate any anxiety and stress as I help you create the perfect Marriage Ceremony that totally reflects your beliefs and values and one that you will both cherish and remember with happiness in the years to come.
Whether your wedding is to be simple or elegant, relaxed by the beach, or in a formal setting, each has its own individual charm.
My ceremonies are personally designed as your love for each other is celebrated.
Because of the significance of the occasion my ceremonies are conducted with a certain formality and dignity, yet with warmth, sincerity and friendliness.
You may be planning on having a Christian Wedding Ceremony and in search of a Christian celebrant. I am able to help you with this type of ceremony also.
To assist you in your search for a marriage celebrant the following thank you note might be helpful as it is written from a bride and groom’s perspective regarding my services as their wedding celebrant.
Dear Sandra
Thank you very much for being our wedding celebrant. Your professionalism and genuine passion for your work is amazing and inspiring.
From the first time I emailed you to enquire about your wedding celebrant service, you were quick to respond with all the information I needed.
We followed up with a phone call, and then a visit to meet you in person. You were welcoming and friendly from the very beginning.
You were also very organised and thorough, and this gave me the confidence and reassurance I was looking for in order to make our wedding planning process as straightforward as possible.
Throughout the entire lead up to the wedding, you guided us through all the stages of planning our ceremony and your resource pack made it all so easy.
Thank you for also taking the time to attend our rehearsal and ensuring that everyone knew what to expect on the big day.
On the wedding day, you conducted a beautiful and heartfelt wedding ceremony and we couldn’t have been more impressed. We are so grateful to have met you and we highly recommend you for anyone looking for the perfect wedding celebrant.
With love and thanks, from Hannah and Nick.
You will find further thank you notes on my (click) TESTIMONIALS page.
I invite you to read through my (click) WEDDING INFO – FEES – GALLERY/VIDEOS page for further information regarding my services.
I also have the honour of presenting Renewal of Vows, Baby Naming Ceremonies and Funeral Services. For further information (click) OTHER CEREMONIES.
I would be delighted to assist you. You can contact me on 0418 986 062 or via my (click) CONTACT form.
You may wish to read my (click) BLOG.
More About Sandra
An Example Marriage Ceremony
Introduction
A welcome, followed by the principles of belief surrounding marriage.
A Reading (Optional)
Your choice of verse or prose.
Personalised Section (Optional)
Information about the relationship that is relevant. It can be light and breezy, romantic or serious. This story could be provided by the couple or the celebrant can draft it with the couple.
Giving Away (Optional)
Traditionally the father ‘gives the bride away’. This can be structured to be more about family support for both the Bride and Groom.
The Monitum
A statement required to be made according to the Marriage Act.
The Asking (Optional)
A formal question in relation to your intentions. Usually a question to the other partner, answering with an “I do”.
The Legal Vows
The Marriage Act of 1961 does require the following words to be included in your vows. The couple must say these words so as to understand that they are marrying each other.
‘I call upon the people here present to witness that I, A.B. (or C.D.), take you, C.D. (or A.B.), to be my lawful wedded wife (or husband)’
Personal Vows (Optional)
Your promises. They need to acknowledge your life-long commitment but can also say anything that you wish to promise to each other.
Exchange of Rings (Optional)
A Reading (Optional)
Your choice of verse or prose.
Declaration (and embrace/kiss)
Signing of Register & Certificate (Requires two adult witnesses)
Introduction of Married Couple
I ATTEND TO ALL THE LEGAL PAPERWORK
At our first meeting we will complete the Notice of Intended Marriage. This document must be received by me at least one month before your wedding day to activate your compulsory waiting period.
At this meeting it will be necessary for you to bring your original identification documents such as Birth Certificates (full copies), Overseas Passports and some other form of identification such as Driver’s Licences.
If either of you has been previously married your Divorce Certificate will be needed for filling out the Notice.
If your previous spouse has passed away it will be necessary for me to sight the Death Certificate.
If you have changed your name I will need to sight a Change of Name Certificate.
To secure your booking I will require a non-refundable deposit of $200 at this time.
My aim is to make the entire planning of your wedding ceremony enjoyable, easy and stress free culminating in your joyous day. On your wedding day I gently guide you through your ceremony as you relax and enjoy becoming husband and wife.
I also have the honour of presenting professional and personal Renewal of Vows Ceremonies, Naming Ceremonies and Funeral Services.
I invite you to read through my WEDDING INFORMATION – FEES – GALLERY/VIDEO PAGE for further information regarding my services. TESTIMONIALS from my brides and grooms will also be helpful.
I am available seven days a week and present ceremonies in Brisbane, Gold Coast and Hinterland, Sunshine Coast and Hinterland, Mt Tamborine, Redlands and Ipswich.
I would be delighted to assist you further. You can contact me on 0418 986 062 or via my CONTACT form.