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Ceremonies To Last A Lifetime

Sarah Gilsenan, Celebrant

 

With a pure love for creating moments that stay with you. I care deeply about the couples and families I work with, bringing both kindness and professionalism to every single ceremony I create. I take pride in crafting ceremonies that feel personal, warm and true to you - whether you’re celebrating love, honouring a life, or marking a new beginning.

So, if you’re looking for a Ceremony which is heartfelt and full of love, with laughter, tears and delivered with just the right amount of sass, then you’re in the right place!

 

Contact Me

Precious moments in our lives are there to be celebrated and shared with our family, friends and those closest to us.

My role as your Professional Celebrant is to support you every step of the way, ensuring that your celebration is as magical as you imagine it could be, giving you loving memories to cherish for the rest of your life.

Photography by Stuart Wood Photography 

Weddings

Celebration of Love

Your Wedding Ceremony is the most important
part of your special day.

It captures your love for each other, surrounded by your family and friends and those that mean the most to you, witnessing your union, your love, and your promises.  It is a time of celebration of love and of happiness, so why would you not want your Wedding Ceremony to reflect you as a couple?

Funerals

Celebration of Life

Losing a loved one is definitely a difficult and emotional time and planning a funeral can certainly be daunting, but I am here to advise, guide and support you every single step of the way.

I not only work alongside many Funeral Directors but I can also be instructed directly by you.

 

Vow Renewals

The beauty of a Celebrant led Vow Renewal Ceremony is that there are no restrictions or tick-boxes

Everything is a possibility!  And from the moment of our first meeting, you have the freedom to choose where and when you want your service to take place

It could even be in your home or your garden! 

Memorials

Losing a loved one is definitely a difficult and emotional time and planning a funeral can certainly be daunting, but I am here to advise, guide and support you every single step of the way.

I not only work alongside many Funeral Directors but I can also be instructed directly by you.

Naming Days

As well as welcoming a new baby into the family fold, people hold Naming Day Ceremonies for children of all ages. 

Another reason to hold a Naming Day Ceremony is when adopting a child or perhaps when changing your name or your identity, celebrating those special moments with your family around you.

Where YOU'LL FIND ME!

Based in Essex, I write and deliver heartfelt, bespoke ceremonies tailored especially for you. I work around the South East of England including, Essex, London, and Kent, but of course, I am more than prepared to travel further afield!

THIS IS WHY I LOVE WHAT I DO!

Sarah ensured our wedding ceremony was perfect from start to finish. She had many ideas and ways to incorporate everything we wanted on our special day. Sarah is personable, friendly and all in all a really lovely, warm person to be around and we wouldn’t have wanted anyone else to officiate our wedding. She wrote the most beautiful ceremony and included some really personal touches. We cannot thank Sarah enough for making our special day even more special and memorable. Thank you again!!! xx
Sarah was kind, compassionate and so helpful through a difficult time. Sarah delivered a beautiful service which captured my stepdad perfectly. Would thoroughly recommend her.
Sarah was the celebrant for my Mum's funeral, Sarah came to my house and asked to see photos of Mum so she had an understanding of the woman she was. Sarah honestly put me at ease and dealt wonderfully with the fact myself and my brother both live a huge distance apart, but she took the time to speak to each of us to find out snippets of Mums life. She was there on the phone to support with any questions. The service was beautiful and so many people commented how lovely the service was. Thank you again for guiding me through the whole process. I would recommend her to anyone who wants that personal touch.
Sarah was great. She came to our house took the time to take all the details of my Mum's story and presented it so beautifully you would believe she had met her.
Sarah came to the house when my husband had passed away. She put us all at ease as soon as we met her. We spoke about Roger, his life and what he meant to us. Sarah discussed everything with us and the funeral went smoothly and with love. We will never forget how at ease she made us feel. A sad but beautiful day ❤️
Sarah, your caring and empathy towards my family was exceptional. Between yourself and Bennetts Funeral Directors you made the process so easy and it was delivered perfectly on the day. I'm sure it was your singing voice that made Jerusalem how it should be heard .
Sarah spoke with such warmth and kindness, truly capturing the essence of my late mother. Her words were heartfelt and beautifully delivered, making the ceremony a fitting tribute. I wholeheartedly recommend Sarah to anyone looking for a celebrant they can trust with their loved one's ceremony.

Photograph by Lily Bull