12/06/2024
Happy Pride 2024 from The Irish Ethical Celebrant's Society. Let's celebrate our LGBTQ+ community and spread the love this June ✨Love is love 🏳️🌈
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11/05/2024
We would like to extent a warm welcome to our new members and thank all our existing members for their continued support 🌻
Cead mile failte ☘️ Wishing all of our Celebrants a fantastic weekend!
09/05/2024
Our celebrants are busy, throughout Ireland, having the best time, Spring 2024!
Dedicated to making each ceremony as personal as possible.
Whether you're planning an intimate wedding celebration, a vow renewal, milestone ceremony or a welcoming/ naming ceremony, Get in touch x
03/05/2024
Talk to us today, we love all queries and are always willing to arrange a consultation that suits you.
01/05/2024
Talk to us today about how you would like to declare your love, commitment and aspirations for your little ones future.
25/04/2024
Our Celebrants are thrilled to be busy
giving Stepping Stones Ceremonies and Coming
of Age Ceremonies throughout Ireland this Spring with
wonderful children with their families and friends.
These ceremonies are inclusive to all and a brilliant
way to celebrate these moments.
A fun, joyous celebration that can be shared with all.
Please let us know, if you have attended one of these
ceremonies by one of our celebrants?
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13/04/2024
Just a little reminder, to all our members, of our AGM meeting tomorrow- see you then x
14/02/2024
Sharing LOVE to each of our Celebrants
& all our followers on this beautiful day.
Love your partner, your fiancee, your baby, your child, your friend
Most importantly LOVE YOURSELF💗
08/11/2023
"There is no remedy for love but to love more" Talk to one of our celebrants today about your VOW RENEWALS
26/10/2023
New RTE series 'A Ring and a Prayer' will showcase the Irish experience of multicultural marriages by following couples on their journey down the aisle. 6 Part series starts this Friday 27th October 8pm
20/10/2023
Some places are still available for our online Professional Development session this coming Saturday 21st October 11:00 to 13:00hours. This is your last opportunity to register your interest for Milestone Ceremonies being presented by Conor Clear.IECS Professional Development - Milestone Ceremonies
17/10/2023
There is nothing quite like Hearing, telling, curating or sharing your love story for your wedding ceremony
05/10/2023
Here is a glimpse of a wonderful Celtic/Druid themed wedding ceremony by Fiona Griffin it featured Irish dancing and a 💚Congratulations A & J, we know you had a wonderful day at the round room, Siamsa Tire Tralee, The National folk theatre of Ireland Wishing you both a life of happiness and love
22/09/2023
"The world at your feet, in your hands"
Welcoming your baby is the most tremendous time for celebration
19/09/2023
Nature will guide us 🧡
10/09/2023
Have you considered eloping to a dream Finca in Spain, Chateau in France or Villa in Italy with your Some of our celebrants will be only too happy to accompany you for your magnificent journey. Talk to us, we are happy to give you advise and inspiration.
08/09/2023
Look at this Beautiful Wedding Ceremony from Declan Gorry .weddingcelebrant.com in Gerard's Church, Drogheda. The church lends a true sense of occasion and grandeur with gorgeous stained glass windows and an original church organ. Enclosed on it's own grounds, it is the perfect location for your wedding, vow renewals, naming ceremonies and memorial services. Thank you Declan for sharing this recent ceremony with us. Congratulations to the Happy couple. We wish you a wonderful life together
26/08/2023
Honoring the bond between dogs and humans today. The companionship, joy and happiness they bring to their owners, family and friends. They keep some safe and save lives. They give love and comfort and guidance. Cherish your furry friend even more today. Our celebrants love when they get involved in our ceremonies.
Thank you Christina Breen for sharing your snap, of the recent beach Engagement Ceremony she performed for a fab couple and their beloved pet
25/08/2023
With so many stepping stones being stepped this week and next,
First day of school for excited tots & young adults receiving their leaving certificate results. Embrace every step Iecs just love to mention
16/08/2023
"BEING A CELEBRANT IS A DELIGHTFUL JOB"
Kathryn Smith (Wedding and family Celebrant) is one of our proud members. Here is a stunning photo from one of her recent weddings. More more details, view her profile on www.iecs.ie
15/08/2023
In May 2022 we posted a link to a wonderful podcast from IECS member Conor Clear speaking with Ethical Celebrants Clara Malone of , and Dermott Langan of .celebrant about Stepping Stones Ceremonies, and Coming of Age Ceremonies.
As the IECS will be hosting a members day on Milestone Ceremonies this Autumn we thought this was a good opportunity to repost the link to the podcast
In this episode the Celebrants explore the choice available to parents and families; the benefits of involving the children in the occasions; and the importance of celebrating and encouraging children who may not want to take part in religious rites. https://www.conorclear.com/.../a-new-way-to-celebrate...
You can find a list of all our celebrants on our website. www.iecs.ie
Thanks to Conor for hosting this important discussion.
Leave a ❤️ if this topic resonates with you.
03/08/2023
In honor of Sinéad.....
23/05/2023
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal."
The above quote, which is taken from a gravestone here in Ireland somewhere, reminds us that while losing someone we love changes our lives forever, the love and the memories we hold onto means they never truly leave us.
18/05/2023
Ceremony Ideas - A memories book
You will likely be familiar with a guest book at a wedding or condolences book at a funeral, but a 'memories' book is also a lovely inclusion to a naming day ceremony.
A simple scrapbook filled with handwritten messages and pictures from the people who came out to celebrate with the child is a beautiful and very special keepsake. Why is it so special? Because it will contain the handwriting of the guests. Our handwriting is something that is unique and not easily replicated.
Sadly, some of the people who are at a naming celebration might not also be there when the child has their next significant celebration, and so to have their handwriting is to have a little piece of them.
16/05/2023
Ceremony Ideas - Sand Blending Ritual
A firm favourite with families, a sand blending ritual provides a lovely visual keepsake from the ceremony.
Each person has their own coloured sand, or sand taken from somewhere special to them, which is then poured into a common vessel. Once combined the sands can never again be separated.
The different colours can symbolise different characteristics, and kids especially just love this ritual. It also works well in a Naming Celebration or Milestone Ceremony. A really fun, colourful addition to your ceremony!
13/05/2023
Here at IECS we acknowledge the importance of talking about all of life's milestones and that includes death. It may seem like a heavy conversation to have, and in many ways that is why it is so important to have it while you can, before it is too late.
A very simple way to get the conversation started is by asking the simple question...."What songs would you have at your funeral?" You never know, you might even have a giggle or two talking about it. The conversation doesn't always have to be heavy and serious, it can be practical, light hearted, sentimental. But the important thing is to have the conversation!
What song would you like played at your funeral? Tell us in the comments below...
10/05/2023
We are getting lots of feedback from our members who are having a great time planning Milestone Ceremonies for children over the coming weeks.
These ceremonies give families the option of a non-denominational celebration, and are full of fun and lots of input from the children.
One of our members got the kids together to decorate their jars for their upcoming friendship sand ceremony. Another group got together and did a sponsored walk and raised money for a local soup kitchen! Well done to everyone involved.
If this sounds like something you would like to find out more about then do not hesitate to get in touch with our Celebrants, they are happy to answer any questions you have.
https://www.iecs.ie/ethical-ceremonies/ethical-milestone-ceremonies/
08/05/2023
Vow renewals aren't just for those who have been married years, you can have a vow renewal anytime. We have seen many couples who got married during Covid in a small ceremony have a big vow renewal with all their friends and family.
IECS celebrants work a lot with couples from overseas who come to Ireland for a holiday and want to incorporate a vow renewal while they are here. Sometimes it is even a surprise!
Whatever your reason for renewing your vows, an IECS Celebrant can help make it a day to treasure forever.
05/05/2023
Some beautiful words from one of our favourite poets and authors here in the IECS, the amazing Maya Angelou.
A perfect, simple reading for a wedding ceremony❤
02/05/2023
Ceremony Idea - Oathing Stone
The Oathing Stone is an old Scottish tradition where the couple place their hands upon a stone while saying their wedding vows. This is thought to set their vows in stone.
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Our Celebrants are thrilled to be busy giving Stepping Stones Ceremonies and Coming of Age Ceremonies throughout Ireland this Spring with wonderful children with their families and friends. These ceremonies are inclusive to all and a brilliant way to celebrate these moments. A fun, joyous celebration that can be shared with all. Please let us know, if you have attended one of these ceremonies by one of our celebrants? #milestoneceremonies #CelebrateChildren #ceremoniesforchildren #celebrantceremony 🐝
Milestone Ceremonies - Get Involved!
Our Celebrants are thrilled to be busy, giving Stepping Stones Ceremonies and Coming of Age Ceremonies throughout Ireland this Spring with wonderful children. These ceremonies are inclusive to all and a brilliant way to celebrate these moments. A fun, joyous celebration that can be shared with your family and friends! Please let us know, if you have attended one of these ceremonies by one of our celebrants? #milestoneceremonies #CelebrateChildren #ceremoniesforchildren #celebrantceremony 🐝
Meet our Singing Celebrant, Kathryn Smith. Kathryn is a Family Celebrant who offers bilingual ceremonies in French, Italian and German. As a classically trained singer she can also add that extra special element of singing during your ceremony, on request. Kathryn's contact details are included at the end of this short video, or you can check out her profile on the IECS website https://www.iecs.ie/user/katey/ #ethicalcelebrant #singingcelebrant #irishcelebrant #irishcelebrants #weddingcelebrantinireland #familycelebrant #weddingceremony #namingdayceremony #bilingualcelebrant #modernweddingcelebrant #gettingmarriedinireland #elopingtoireland #elopinginireland #vowrenewals #irish_ethical_celebrants
Pat Dunne a committed and trusted Wedding Celebrant delivering highly professional bespoke ceremonies. #ethicalcelebrants #weddingseason #irishweddings #love #gettingmarriedinireland #officiantsinireland #officiants #familycelebration #elopements #irishwedding #outdoorceremony #ethicalculture #microweddings #irishcelebrant #babynamingceremonies #vowrenewals
Hello form Mary Costello, West of Ireland Celebrant. Mary's passion is crafting personalised, unique ceremonies which represent you as a couple. Mary's style is creating romantic ceremonies full of joy and happiness, that meets your vision with elegance, warmth and lots of love. Your ceremony can be religious, non-religious, spiritual or completely secular. If you would like to have me as your celebrant, get in touch. 087 7973127. www.westofirelandcelebrant.ie @westofirelandcelebrant #iecs #weddingceremonies #ethicalculture #babynamingceremonies #officiantsinireland #elopements #love #vowrenewals #ethicalcelebrants #milestoneceremonies #microweddings #gettingmarriedinireland #funeralcelebrant #irishwedding #irishcelebrant #outdoorceremony #independentcelebrant #elopementwedding #babynamingceremony #familycelebration #loveislove
Meet Mary Costello. Family and Funeral Celebrant. Mary is passionate about intimate and unique ceremonies full of joy and love. Mary loves both indoor and outdoor ceremonies. Contact Mary on: [email protected] 0877973127
Meet Jacquie Marsh and hear how bringing people to that special place in their heart just makes her tingle. Serendipity Celebrants conduct all ceremonies, baby naming, coming of age, wedding, vow renewal, funeral and memorial ceremonies for all. Contact Jacquie for a chat at [email protected], visit us at https://serendipitycelebrants.com/ or check out our Instagram Serendipity Celebrants. #irishwedding #vowrenewalceremony #irishethicalcelebrants #iecs #weddingceremonies #namingceremony #namingceremonies #irishcelebrant
A big hello from Clara Malone at Coastal Ceremonies. Clara and her team create beautiful ceremonies both indoors and outdoors. Find Clara @ www.coastalceremonies.ie #independentcelebrant #outdoorceremony #alternative #vowrenewalceremony #weddingceremonies #iecs #irishwedding #irishethicalcelebrants #love #elopementwedding
Meet Sarah Gardiner. Funeral Celebrant. Leinster. Civil and blended Funerals, Rememberance and Scattering of ashes and Preplanning. 0877825184 #iecs #lifeisprecious #family #ethical #funeralcelebrants
A big hello from Celebrant Conor Clear. You can find Conor at: www.conorclear.com Phone: (00 353) 87 2210 370 #weddingceremonies #weddingcelebrant #celebrant #ethical #independentcelebrant #vowrenewalceremony #loveislove #familycelebration #vowrenewal #iecs #ethicalculture #irishwedding #vowrenewals #officiantsinireland #gettingmarriedinireland #namingceremony #elopetoireland #elopements #celebrants #namingday #microweddings #ethicalcelebrants #wedding #funeral
Celebrant Donna McMillen from Dublin. Creating personal ceremonies for weddings, vow renewals and any other milestones. www.donnamcmillencelebrant.ie 0857174615 @donnamcmillencelebrant #iecs #love #irishwedding #vowrenewal #independentcelebrant #celebrant #familycelebration #loveislove #weddingceremonies #vowrenewalceremony #ceremony #milestone #weddingcelebrant #ethicalculture #ethical
Celebrant Tricia Hudson, celebrating life and all things worth celebrating. Family and Funeral Celebrant www.wildatlanticceremonies.ie 0877994513 #celebrant #familycelebration #weddingcelebrant #irishwedding #independentcelebrant #love #vowrenewal #iecs #ceremony #loveislove #vowrenewalceremony #milestone #weddingceremonies #ethicalculture #funeralcelebrant
Celebrant Alison Driscoll from bespokewords.ie tells us what she has to offer. www.bespokewords.ie
Celebrant Ciara from Mo Chuisle Celebrancy loves bringing the pulse to her ceremonies. Ceremonies available as Gaeilge too! www.mochuislecelebrancy.com @mochuislecelebrancy 00353857435566
Celebrant Derbhile Graham from Waterford will travel the SouthEast and further afield if you ask her nicely. Derbhile is available for weddings, funerals and anything in between. www.celebrantderv.ie #ethicalcelebrants #love #gettingmarriedinireland #vowrenewal #officiantsinireland #ido #wedding #celebrants #elopetoireland #microweddings #elopements #vowrenewals #ethicalculture #irishethicalcelebrantssociety #weddingceremonies #ceremonyideas #familycelebration #namingceremony #namingday #babynamingceremonies #ceremoniesinireland #irishweddings #getttingmarriedinireland #celebration
And here we have the lovely Brenda O Grady from County Laois. Brenda is a romantic at heart and loves being a celebrant. www.weddingandfamilycelebrant.ie 0872318324 #ethicalcelebrants #gettingmarriedinireland #vowrenewal #officiantsinireland #elopetoireland #vowrenewals #elopements #irishethicalcelebrantssociety #ceremoniesinireland #irishweddings #getttingmarriedinireland #irishwedding
Conor Clear, one of our IECS members has created a fabulous podcast @celebrationsessionspodcast which looks at life and the importance of marking all occasions. In his latest episode he spoke to two other IECS members Clara Malone from Coastal Ceremonies and Michael Grace of https://www.michaelgracecelebrant.ie/. They chatted about rituals and ceremony enhancements and the different options couples have to really ensure their ceremony is personal, meaningful and reflective of their personalities and beliefs. It was a really fun chat and if you are planning your ceremony or curious about the various ceremony enhancements it's definitely worth a listen. https://www.conorclear.com/podcast/episode/66e8c64a/love-meaningful-wedding-rituals #love #weddingceremonies #ethicalcelebrant #ethicalceremony #iecsofficial #ethicalculture #vowrenewals #elopements #babynamingceremonies #celebrantsinireland #microweddings #milestoneceremonies #gettingmarriedinireland #independentcelebrants #officiantsinireland #ceremonyreadings #ceremonyinspo #iecs #weddings #weddinginspo #officiants #handfasting #celtichandfasting #sandceremony #loveletters #love #ringwarming #rituals #weddingtraditions #ceremonyideas
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The Irish Ethical Celebrants Society (IECS) is made up of independent, professionally trained celebrants in Ireland. It is Ireland’s national professional association for ethical celebrants which promotes a culture of excellence and community amongst its members.
We aim to create, nurture and inspire ethical communities to celebrate life’s rituals in a way that is democratic, compassionate, just and sustainable.
The Irish Ethical Celebrants Society is a secular and non-theistic organisation that embraces the diversity of our membership and focuses on human goodness and building ethical relationships with each other.
The guiding values of the Irish Ethical Celebrant Society which drive our behaviours and decisions are based upon equality, respect, openness and clarity. We embrace a culture of excellence and offer a bespoke service in response to the needs of a modern Irish society.
Our mission/vision is to facilitate individuals to celebrate key life events in an inclusive manner, regardless of their gender, orientation, ability, religion, and/or cultural beliefs.
Please visit our website www.iecs.ie for more information on Ethical Celebrants and ethical ceremonies.
