Nelson Celebrant Rachael Schepers

08/08/2022

After a break following lockdowns and the ever changing restrictions, I am excited to be offering my celebrancy services again for the next season. if you are planning your wedding and need a celebrant, please get in contact!

23/07/2021

This week I had the honour of marrying these two gorgeous humans. 15 years ago to the day they became best friends and life partners and after so many milestones and memories they affirmed their ongoing loyalty, love and commitment to each other in marriage. The ceremony held at the magical location of Split Apple Retreat in Kaiteriteri was intimate, authentic and emotional and was an absolute joy to be part of. Also I got to perform the ceremony wearing a beautiful Japanese Yukata and slippers! Anyone else want to get married in a robe and slippers caus I'm all about it!! Congrats D&J. You're both absolute legends!

06/06/2021

Just wanted to say thank you to everyone for all your birthday messages and phone calls.

I had the most beautiful day, spending quality time with my darlings. (missed you , but loved sharing the day with you on video chat)🥰

It was the most gorgeous Winters day here in Nelson and I spent as much of it as I could outside. Even fulfilling my crazy notion of having a polar dip!! (I thoroughly recommend it if you are a Winter baby...it will let every cell in your body know you are ALIVE!!

I'm feeling so thankful for my precious family and friends and humbled and grateful to welcome another year of this beautiful experience called LIFE 🥰💫🌿🤸🙏💞

14/11/2020

And on sound today...Jono Schepers. Thanks Jono for helping give Sarah and Ethan and a beautiful ceremony to kick start their married adventure 💕

04/07/2020

After the wedding season came to an abrupt halt in the first weeks of March, I’m finally back in the saddle, doing what I love most!! Emotional and fun filled ceremony today for Alistair and Rachael. Tying the knot after 20 years of being together!! 💫💐💕

23/01/2020

It is always encouraging to receive positive feedback! The following testimonial is from Jacob and Kirsty who got married at The Boathouse in Nelson recently. Thank you Jacob and Kirsty, it was a privilege and joy to be part of your day!

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We had planned to have an extraordinary wedding. We also planned it from the other side of the planet – literally; from Denmark; 12 hours time difference. Rachael was a very big part of making it possible. Rachael has the experience, the energy, the contacts and the website, that made it so much easier to make it happen and to make everything come true. But here comes the really important part: Rachael has an authenticity and a feel that makes the ceremony enchanting, magical and emotional in the most perfect way. We could both feel her, hear her and felt safe in the process. Everything ran like a clockwork, without any rush and with the sincerity and respect for all the special moments.

Rachael interviewed us long distance and put together a speech, that made her feel like the most wonderful witness to our life together, and it felt like she spoke from her heart.

Thank you Rachael – you will forever be in our hearts.

07/01/2020

Just another day in the office!! ☀️✨🏝Heading into the glorious Abel Tasman National Park a few days ago to help another gorgeous couple say their “I do’s” Arms full of beautiful blooms from the lovely and talented Kat’s Floral Design, and a heart full of gratitude for having the best job in the world!! ✨💖

27/11/2019

19/05/2019

Yesterday’s wedding at Kina beach bathed in beautiful warm sunshine and a spectacular backdrop. Congratulations to Darren and Pietra!

20/04/2019

Beautiful farm wedding today with this unique version of the bridal car!

15/04/2019

Monday afternoon at the office. All set up at Rabbit Island beach for Jo and Jess’ wedding!

18/11/2018

The 2018-2019 wedding season is well under way and I was privileged to officiate at Briana and Cameron's wedding in Wakefield the other weekend. The forecast rain kept at bay and the sun came out at just the right time on their beautiful private garden location.