Of all the seasons in our lives, the naming and welcoming of a new family member to your circle of friends and the wider community is a most joyous occasion and deserving of a celebration.

Your may want a naming and/or welcoming ceremony for:

a newborn baby

an older or adopted child

the blending of a family or families

to honour a change of name

As a registered celebrant my role is to present a professional service that reflects the aspirations for the family members being named and welcomed. My commitment is to listen to your wishes and deliver an oral service that will be favourably remembered by all those present on the day.

In the lead up to a welcoming and naming celebration, I am available to advise on the order of service, candle lighting rituals, and assist you appropriate choose poetry, readings, and music. I am also able to suggest venues, photographers, and other service providers with whom I have worked.

To make the occasion truly memorable, I will present you with a bound copy of the ceremony as well as laminated certificates to grandparents and mentors. Additional services include the provision of a sealable wooden capsule for placing mementos that can be opened at a future celebration such as an 18th or 21st birthday.

Testimonials:

Sherryl was fantastic … and had some wonderful ideas about how to make our little boy’s naming simply perfect. We thought the idea of a memory capsule was really good. I am sure when our son turns 18 he will be stoked. Elaine, Redland Bay