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A fitting funeral for a unique trans woman

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Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · 4d

"At the end of the ceremony, many of the people told us that they had never attended a service where someone’s story was so central. For us, it was as if Helen was there, telling her story."

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For many lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people, and the bereaved family and friends making the funeral plans, it is especially important that the ceremony is a fitting and authentic way...

Pre-Planned Funeral Ceremony Service

Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · 5d

Planning ahead gives peace of mind, for you and for those you love, so when the time comes, they can focus on saying goodbye knowing that your wishes are being met.

Find a humanist celebrant who can work with you to plan your funeral ceremony in advance. 👇

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Our pre-planned funeral ceremony service puts you in touch with a funeral celebrant who can help you plan for your funeral.

I planned my own humanist funeral so that I could get on with living life to the fullest

Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · 6d

On Monday we attended the Guides for Brides UK Wedding Conference as a sponsor.

It was inspiring to hear the latest insights from wedding industry experts, it's always valuable to learn new things!

We were also able to share some information about Humanist Ceremonies with wedding professionals.

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Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · 11d

Suzy is healthy and lives an active life that she loves. She also decided to pre-plan her own humanist funeral.

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Suzy is in her 70s, healthy, with a full and active life that she loves. So what made her decide to plan her own humanist funeral in advance? And how has a humanist celebrant helped her come up with t...

Remembering a loved one: the Humanist Funeral Tribute Archive

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Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · 13d

Our Humanist Funeral Tribute Archive is a collection of stories, it honours and remembers the lives of people from all walks of life who had a humanist funeral ceremony.

Each tribute preserves the story of an individual creating a lasting record of their life.

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The Humanist Funeral Tribute Archive has been relaunched. This remarkable and valuable resource allows the life stories of ordinary people to be preserved online for posterity, and is the only archive...

5 Ideas For Your Naming Ceremony

Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · 13d

5 ideas for planning the perfect non-religious naming ceremony!

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Welcoming a new child into your family is a joyful and life-affirming moment. For families who are non-religious, a humanist naming ceremony offers a unique and personal way to celebrate a child’s arr...

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Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · 18d

The UK Government has committed to the legal recognition of humanist marriages in England and Wales! 🎉

Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 19d

Success! The UK Government has said that it will extend legal recognition to humanist marriages in England & Wales. Recognition will be introduced as part of a broader package of marriage reforms which the Government says will be subject to a further public consultation launching in the new year.

Humanists UK. Success! Humanist marriage will finally become legally recognised in England and Wales. A huge victory for thousands of humanist couples. Justice at last, after 12 long years.

Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · 19d

🍂 That's a stunning picture! We love a cosy autumn wedding.

How to Write Wedding Vows That Are Personal, Memorable & Heartfelt

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humanist-celebrant.bsky.social @humanist-celebrant.bsky.social · 26d

Thinking of writing your own wedding vows? 💍 It can feel daunting — but it’s really about speaking from the heart. I’ve put together a gentle guide to help you shape promises that are personal, meaningful and truly you. Click here for more : margaretmulhollandhumanistcelebrant.com/how-to-write...

Learn how to write wedding vows that reflect your love story. Add personal touches, promises, humour, and heartfelt moments for an unforgettable ceremony.

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Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · 19d

Our Humanist Ceremonies network is made up of hundreds of highly trained celebrants who never stop learning! 👍

Last week, our London celebrants gathered for a fun and inspiring CPD day, sharing ideas, developing skills, and exploring new ways to create the most personal and meaningful ceremonies!

Tips for creating an autumnal humanist wedding

Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · 20d

We love autumn!

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Here are some top tips on how to create the perfect autumnal wedding day 👇

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Autumn is a wonderful season for weddings: crisp air, golden leaves, and a cosy romantic atmosphere. A humanist wedding ceremony in autumn is the perfect opportunity to create a celebration that is un...

Have you ever thought about becoming a humanist celebrant and being highly trained and authorised (accredited) to conduct non-religious weddings, funerals, and namings? The Humanist Ceremonies network...

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Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · 21d

Are you a humanist with a talent for writing and excellent presentation skills?

If so, and you agree that everyone should have the option of a meaningful, non-religious ceremony that reflects their values, then consider training to become a humanist celebrant!

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Become a celebrant

Find a humanist wedding celebrant

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Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · 21d

Wedding planning can be a joyful time, but it can also involve lots of decisions and 'wedmin' tasks.

Finding the right celebrant for you doesn't have to be difficult: you can find highly trained humanist celebrants near you with our easy-to-use Find a Celebrant map!

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Use our map to find a wonderful wedding celebrant near you. Humanist wedding celebrants write and deliver personal, memorable wedding ceremonies that tell your love story.

What is a Humanist Funeral? A Guide to Personal, Non-Religious Ceremonies

Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · 24d

In this guide we share some information about humanist funerals, memorials, and celebrations of life to help you understand what they involve and decide whether this might be the right choice for your loved one.

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Planning a funeral is one of life’s most challenging moments, often undertaken in the midst of shock, grief, and uncertainty. When arranging a farewell for someone who lived without religion, or whose...

Take our quiz and find out. Many people are humanists without even knowing it. If you are non-religious and look to science, reason, empathy, and compassion in order to live an ethical and meaningful ...

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 29d

A humanist is a non-religious person who shapes their own life in the here and now, because they believe it’s the only life they have. They try to do good for its own sake, without expectation of reward after death. How humanist are you? Take our quiz!

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How humanist are you?

A guide to eco-friendly funeral options

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Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · 28d

'What a wonderful thing it is to be part of that universe.'

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This wonderful humanist perspective from Professor Brian Cox reminds us that we're all made of stardust!

Found in the Little Book of Humanist Funerals.

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A page on a book reads 'story is the story of the Universe. Every piece of everything, of everything you love and everything you hate, of the thing you hold most precious, was assembled by the forces of nature in the first few minutes of the life of the Universe, transformed in the hearts of the stars or created in their fiery deaths. And when you die, those pieces will be returned to the Universe in the endless cycle of death and rebirth. What a wonderful thing it is to be part of that Universe. What a story, what a majestic story.

Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · Sep 18

Funerals have an environmental impact, especially regarding what happens to the body after death.

But there are greener funeral options out there 🌳

Here 👇 we share some of these options and also small steps you can take to create a more eco-friendly funeral.

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Every funeral has an environmental impact, especially when it comes to what happens to the body after death, but there are plenty of ways to have a greener funeral. We share some ideas and options on ...

A cross-cultural humanist wedding: Mercedes and Nurkanat’s story

Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · Sep 17

A wedding without religious content doesn’t mean a ceremony without cultural traditions!

Mercedes and Nurkanat chose to include meaningful rituals that celebrated their cultures, such as jumping the broom, a tea ceremony, and including traditional Kyrgz wedding attire.

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City girl Mercedes is from Atlanta in the USA. Her husband Nurkanat is from rural Kyrgyzstan. They met in the UK and designed a humanist wedding ceremony which combined both cultures.

Find a humanist funeral celebrant

Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · Sep 16

We know that planning a funeral can be a stressful and often overwhelming time.

Our easy-to-use map is a simple way to find highly trained humanist funeral celebrants who are local to you.

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To find a funeral celebrant near you, just click on your location on our map or add your postcode to the search bar.

'NI changed forever' as humanist weddings could become third most popular in NI

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Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · Sep 16

Humanist weddings in Northern Ireland are now second only to civil and Catholic marriages in popularity.

The growing number of legal humanist marriages in Northern Ireland further highlights the need for change in England and Wales, where legal recognition is still lacking!

Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · Sep 16

News: 15% of all marriages in Northern Ireland last year were humanist marriages.

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Humanist weddings are third behind Catholic and Civil ceremonies

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Have you ever thought about becoming a humanist celebrant and being highly trained and authorised (accredited) to conduct non-religious weddings, funerals, and namings? The Humanist Ceremonies network...

Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · Sep 12

Do you identify as a humanist?

Are you looking to try something new?

If you answered yes to those two questions you may want to consider joining our respected Humanist Ceremonies network by becoming a highly trained humanist celebrant!

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Become a celebrant

Humanist Ceremonies @humanistceremonies.bsky.social · Sep 10

Humanist ceremonies are no flash in the pan!

We've been conducting non-religious ceremonies since 1896! That's a long, proud, over 120-year history. We're deeply grateful to have been there for thousands of couples, families, and millions of guests. ♥️