Karen Hewitt Humanist Wedding Celebrant

Karen Hewitt Humanist Wedding Celebrant I am a Humanist Wedding Celebrant, trained by Humanists UK to conduct weddings which are bespoke, personal and positive.
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Wow this has been my busiest wedding season ever and every wedding feels as special as the last …… every couple has a un...
08/09/2024

Wow this has been my busiest wedding season ever and every wedding feels as special as the last …… every couple has a unique story to tell and it’s my job to tell it in a way that is meaningful and personal to them. All the couples I work with feel like close friends by the time we reach the ceremony, so it’s always a little sad when our ‘work’ is done 🥲 Luckily we almost always keep in touch by the power of Instagram!! Elif Su and Abhin’s wedding was so special, a blend of Turkish and Indian cultures, a stunning bride and groom, a romantic love story and some fabulous wedding outfits!! They were so lovely to work with and I feel so lucky to have this incredible job ♥️

07/09/2024

From the presence of bishops who vote against equality laws in the House of Lords, through to the ‘prayer advantage’ in the House of Commons, medieval anachronisms continue to shape the course of politics in modern Britain – one of the least religious societies on Earth. Here are five key examples we want everyone to be aware of, so we can work towards a more democratic, inclusive, and modern society.

1) Bishops in the House of Lords

The UK is alone among democratic sovereign states in having clerics vote on our laws by right – a hangover from 14th century medieval England. And it simply doesn’t reflect the country we are today. Whether it’s been on assisted dying, same-s*x marriage, or abortion reform – Church of England bishops have wielded real political power. We think it’s time for reform. And recent developments in the Isle of Man should reignite this conversation ahead of a general election.

2) ‘Prayer advantage’ in the House of Commons

For centuries now, each day in the Commons and the Lords has begun with Anglican prayers. Today is no different. But because MPs still reserve their seats using a ‘prayer card,’ during the most important debates only backbench MPs who join for prayer get the chance to fully take part in the debate. It is sad but true. But, with our help, the All-Party Parliamentary Humanist Group is working towards a fairer, more inclusive way of conducting parliamentary business.

3) Powerful support for faith schools and collective worship

The public in surveys overwhelming back reform of religion in schools – but both government and opposition politicians are afraid to upset religious stakeholders. This results in an incredibly non-religious UK having ever more faith schools, with more segregation, division, and discrimination. Continuation of this practice flies in the face of recent damning evidence from many of the UK’s leading education experts. We think it’s time there was an honest and informed conversation about faith schools.

4) Impact on assisted dying laws

There is no issue in public life that the public backs more strongly than assisted dying. The campaign has higher public approval ratings than the monarchy or English football. This is also true among disabled people. Yet politicians treat the issue as controversial. Religious opponents to assisted dying talk about the ‘sanctity of life‘. But these religious views shouldn’t be imposed on terminally ill or incurably suffering people who want an assisted, dignified death at a time and place of their own choosing. It’s our hope that before long, the UK will adopt a more compassionate law based on dignity – which upwards of 90% of the population wants.

5) Impact on abortion rights and Safe Access Zones

Fundamentalist opposition to abortion is well known – we’re seeing it more and more on the streets – but these religious views are manifesting themselves in Parliament in very real ways. At the end of last year, we saw three Private Members Bills in the House of Lords that aimed to restrict women’s ability to have legal abortions in the United Kingdom. The religious lobby is the main opposition to much-needed reform on buffer zones.

If you're worried that your wedding will be stiff and formal, just take a look at these shots!! We laughed so much, it's...
31/08/2024

If you're worried that your wedding will be stiff and formal, just take a look at these shots!! We laughed so much, it's hard to believe that this gorgeous couple were feeling nervous before the ceremony ❤️ Where to begin .... it was romantic, funny, moving, personal and perfect. I absolutely loved 'working' with Sophia and James, I wish we could do it again!! Thank you for choosing me to be your celebrant ❤️ I can't wait to see the professional photos from the team at Thanks to Mr Northernheartandsoulweddings for capturing these images

Live long and prosper 🤩
19/08/2024

Live long and prosper 🤩

Live long and prosper! 🖖

Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry was born on this day in 1921.

His creation of Star Trek, and the subsequent development of the Star Trek franchise and universe in later decades, was deeply influenced by Roddenberry's identity, values, and hopes for the future of humankind. He was a humanist who spoke openly about the influence of humanism on his work.

In this 2007 article for the New Statesman, linked in the comments, our Chief Executive Andrew Copson explains how:

'Roddenberry has a hopeful vision of the future: one in which mankind has united around shared human values, joined in a common endeavour to reach the stars, and happily left religion behind on the way. It’s a counsellor, not a chaplain that the Enterprise crew turn to when in need of guidance. Starship crews explore a cosmos that is full of beauty and wonder and they respond with awe and appreciation. This wonder does not overawe them, because ultimately the universe, and its billions of stars and planets, is a natural thing which the curious can know and understand. All the phenomena encountered within it are investigated rationally and, though they may at first seem inexplicable, are understood in the end as susceptible to naturalistic explanations.'

12/08/2024

Wise words from our patron, the historian Dan Snow.

Whoop 🤩 What a wonderful wedding today. Molly and Dan were so lovely to ‘work’ with. Their ceremony was so much fun ♥️ T...
12/08/2024

Whoop 🤩 What a wonderful wedding today. Molly and Dan were so lovely to ‘work’ with. Their ceremony was so much fun ♥️ Thank you choosing me to be your celebrant. And thanks to the team and , I can’t wait to see your photos of this fabulous day

The Look of Love! Happy first wedding anniversary, Sarah and Paul. Such a romantic wedding, a wooded glade, dappled ligh...
12/08/2024

The Look of Love! Happy first wedding anniversary, Sarah and Paul. Such a romantic wedding, a wooded glade, dappled light, a sprinkling of raindrops .... and a beautiful couple who are so much in love. It was perfect ❤️ I hope you've had a wonderful year together. I feel so lucky to have been part of this magical day, the best job ever 🤩💚🤍🧡

Today was a very good day 🤩 Finishing touches to Molly and Dan’s ceremony (tomorrow!), picking the ripe fruit at our new...
11/08/2024

Today was a very good day 🤩 Finishing touches to Molly and Dan’s ceremony (tomorrow!), picking the ripe fruit at our newly acquired and very overgrown allotment in the sunshine 🌞 🫐🍓Meeting up with Danny and Ashlea, and their daughters Hollie and Miyah who will be the cutest bridesmaids to discuss their ceremony next month 😍 And finally dinner with old friends, who happen to be fabulous chefs 👩‍🍳 Feeling grateful for the life I have, good friends and good times….. ♥️♥️♥️

The events of the last week have been truly horrific. Using the murder of 3 little girls as an excuse to riot, terrorise...
05/08/2024

The events of the last week have been truly horrific. Using the murder of 3 little girls as an excuse to riot, terrorise and even attempt to kill innocent people is sickening and needs to be challenged. We are better than this. Always choose love and speak up for what is right.

Happy first anniversary to Georgia and Paul ❤️❤️❤️ A gorgeous day and a gorgeous couple
04/08/2024

Happy first anniversary to Georgia and Paul ❤️❤️❤️ A gorgeous day and a gorgeous couple

Will it rain? 🌧️ Well it did, then it didn’t, then it did …… but nothing was going to spoil Cait and Ben’s wedding cerem...
13/07/2024

Will it rain? 🌧️ Well it did, then it didn’t, then it did …… but nothing was going to spoil Cait and Ben’s wedding ceremony. There was love, laughter, tears, umbrellas, a stunning bride and groom, and the most beautiful garden. It couldn’t have been more perfect ♥️ I feel so happy to have been part of their special day. And a big thanks to everyone who were just lovely ☺️

Yay handfasting comes to Glastonbury. A magical place 😍
03/07/2024

Yay handfasting comes to Glastonbury. A magical place 😍

Alex Bee and Liam Barnett from Manchester took part in a handfasting ceremony at the site's stone circle.

20/06/2024

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.

20/06/2024

🏳️‍🌈 Humanist celebrants have been performing same-s*x weddings for decades (well before they became legal!) and Humanists UK played a strong part in the campaigns to legalise same-s*x marriages in England, Wales, and Scotland.

They also campaigned for legal same-s*x marriages in Northern Ireland, including lobbying MPs in support of the change.
Same-s*x marriages became legal in Northern Ireland in 2020.❤

Saturdays in June mean weddings ♥️ or holidays 😎The sun shone today for Gabrielle and Lewis and their ceremony was just ...
01/06/2024

Saturdays in June mean weddings ♥️ or holidays 😎The sun shone today for Gabrielle and Lewis and their ceremony was just lovely. It was fabulous to work with lovely again, I can’t wait to see those fabulous confetti shots!

What a sweet old married couple we are ….. Mr Northern Heart and Soul Weddings and I are having a break in beautiful Don...
25/05/2024

What a sweet old married couple we are ….. Mr Northern Heart and Soul Weddings and I are having a break in beautiful Donegal 🇮🇪 We’ve been climbing mountains, walking on beaches, catching up with family and friends, and eating, drinking and sleeping a lot! Will be returning restored and ready of a summer of weddings, love and fun 🤩 ❤️ I can’t wait!

14/05/2024
10/05/2024

In Scotland, Northern Ireland, and the Channel Islands, humanist celebrants can marry non-religious couples in legally binding ceremonies.

They're a hugely popular alternative to religious weddings and civil weddings. In Scotland, there are more humanist weddings than Christian weddings!

In England, Wales, and the Isle of Man, couples choosing a humanist ceremony need to go to the register office on top of this.

We're campaigning to fix this inequality and make humanist marriages possible across the UK.

03/05/2024

It is the first time a creature in the wild has been seen using a medicinal plant to treat a wound.

The sun is out at last and the temperature is rising, due mainly to a fireball Virgin Mary 🔥 phew …… I’ve met 3 couples ...
02/05/2024

The sun is out at last and the temperature is rising, due mainly to a fireball Virgin Mary 🔥 phew …… I’ve met 3 couples in 2 weeks which has unofficially become my new office. Cocktails at work, I’m living the dream! Thrilled to get a new booking today by gorgeous, smiley Kelly and Brad for their May 2025 wedding ♥️ It’s going to be such fun creating their ceremony together

Awe, you are making me blush! 🥰 Thank you Michael & Adam for this fabulous review, and thank you for choosing me to be y...
22/04/2024

Awe, you are making me blush! 🥰 Thank you Michael & Adam for this fabulous review, and thank you for choosing me to be your celebrant. What a wonderful, special day 💜

First ceremony of 2024, first vow renewal, first (and hopefully not the last) groom with purple hair, and first same s*x...
21/04/2024

First ceremony of 2024, first vow renewal, first (and hopefully not the last) groom with purple hair, and first same s*x ceremony for me. Congratulations Mr and Mr Regan-Brooks ♥️

01/04/2024

Have you been using the long weekend for wedding planning?

It's a good idea to get your venue and celebrant booked as soon as you can to secure your chosen wedding date!

Our humanist celebrants do get booked up in advance, especially on weekends and during the summer months. If you know your ideal date, don't wait to get in touch with one of our trained and accredited humanist celebrants.

25/03/2024

Stephen Fry and Sandi Toksvig have called on the Labour Party to grant legal recognition of humanist weddings in England and Wales.

Brides Against The Bomb ♥️ Loved the Women in Revolt exhibition at Tate Britain especially all the artefacts from Greenh...
14/03/2024

Brides Against The Bomb ♥️ Loved the Women in Revolt exhibition at Tate Britain especially all the artefacts from Greenham Common …… I’m old enough to remember it well!

13/03/2024

REAL BRIDE // wore for her wedding in Edinburgh and we 💛 her vintage car shots. How gorgeous are these lace appliqué sleeves?

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15/02/2024

Valentines Day may be over, but Carl Sagan is forever.

'For small creatures such as we, the vastness is bearable only through love.' A beautiful sentiment by the humanist and cosmologist Carl Sagan, on how we, as a species, navigate the boundless complexity of our existence in an endless universe.

In the grandeur of the cosmos, where we might feel insignificant or overwhelmed, it is our human connections that anchor us. Sagan reminds us that our capacity for compassion is not just a part of our humanity; it is what gives meaning to our daily lives.

To a humanist, purpose and the meaning of life is to be found right here on the Earth, in each other, and from within ourselves. We are all related, and exist for, each other – something Sagan spoke passionately about many times – and something that can never have enough emphasis in 2024.

I love a Sunday morning meeting to plan a wedding, especially when I’m given the wedding beer to sample! Factotum ….. is...
11/02/2024

I love a Sunday morning meeting to plan a wedding, especially when I’m given the wedding beer to sample! Factotum ….. is it beer, is it a film? 🤣 Cat and Rick’s wedding is going to be so much fun ….. ♥️

06/02/2024

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