Chris Zinn Celebrant

07/07/2023

Many marriage celebrants don't like to do funerals. I love to do both. I have never shied away from death. As a reporter, I have covered too much of it. I

have been privileged to write several obituaries of those famous and less so. I sit on a government board reforming the funeral industry. I am well trained and know I can create and conduct any ceremony to honour the deceased appropriately.

Memorialising people and events is an essential part of grieving. With many years of experience, I always prepare a questionnaire for meetings with the family, getting all the information in a way that does not make the family uncomfortable but allows the family to discuss the deceased person openly, often sharing personal details and anecdotes.

There's always sadness and grief to accept and manage, but every life is also worthy of celebration and joy, whatever caused its ending. In the most trying of circumstances and worst of days, I can help families navigate and make the most of any funeral or wake.

02/07/2023

Registered marriage celebrants are authorised to certify a range of documents needed to both legitimate marriages and for other purposes.

In their training, celebrants must show they are fit and proper persons to the Attorney Generals Department. If so, they have the power to witness signatures on a number of documents.

If you are getting married, I have written an article to guide you through the documents need to be completed with the celebrant's signature or, in some cases, another authorised person. Check the Blog on my website!

29/04/2023

Jumping the broomstick is a ritual, an expression even a song. This couple joined all three at the culmination of their wedding celebration.

23/04/2023

A moment in time captured on another couple’s significant day

03/04/2023

That moment, beautifully captured. Privileged to be part of this couples special day

29/03/2023

Lovely to be part of another couples happy day last weekend.

28/03/2023

Another wedding another happy couple!

23/03/2023

Rainbow and lovely light in Bondi yesterday. Looking forward to another wedding this weekend

19/03/2023

Happy Monday, happy memories.

18/03/2023

A moment in time. Christopher Zinn, The Soulful Celebrant.

04/01/2022

What do you think is the most popular day and time for a wedding in Australia?

Saturday at 3 pm!

It gives guests plenty of time to prepare and arrive at the venue and lots of time (and light) for photos before dinner and dancing.

However, organising your celebration at a different time or even day of the week can open up experiences you may not have thought about. For example, have you ever considered your ceremony through sunrise or sunset? What about a Sunday lunch party or even a weekday ceremony?

It could save you lots of money and make it easier to book venues and anything else you might need. So before you consider Saturday 3 pm, you can brainstorm some out of the box alternatives!

19/12/2021

Registered marriage celebrants are authorised to certify a range of documents needed to both legitimate marriages and for other purposes.

In their training, celebrants must show they are fit and proper persons to the Attorney Generals Department. If so, they have the power to witness signatures on a number of documents.

If you are getting married, I have written an article to guide you through the documents need to be completed with the celebrant's signature or, in some cases, another authorised person. Check it here: https://www.christopherzinncelebrant.com/blog/can-a-marriage-celebrant-certify-documents

13/12/2021

“Chris has MC’d our wedding dinner and milestone birthdays. He is a passionate and charismatic communicator, who always goes the extra mile to be fully informed and personalise his message. He also has a great sense of fun and ensures a good balance between humour and formality. I would recommend Chris wholeheartedly for all occasions.“

— SIMON & BARBI

08/12/2021

“Chris definitely has a unique gift for engaging people in a friendly and warm way that creates a wonderful atmosphere. His journalistic instincts mean he has a special way with words and he delivers them with heartfelt care and consideration. I would recommend Chris without hesitation!“

— KATE & JAMES

01/12/2021

What are the basics of getting married? After you have decided you want me to organise one of your most important moments, we will go through simple steps to set everything up for the big day.

1. Paperwork - I will guide you through the documents you need to present. I will lodge the ones needed (Notice of intended marriage and Declaration of no Legal Impediment to Marriage, choosing Witnesses, and some other things).

2. Ceremony - we will discuss what type of ceremony you want and organise the one just right for you (venue, music, style, etc.)

3. Rehearsal - if necessary, we might arrange a rehearsal to ensure it all comes together from the very beginning to the end.

4. The Big Day - that day, I will arrive earlier to make sure everything is as agreed and wait for you to share a day you will remember forever. Are you ready for it?

27/11/2021

Facing the task of planning a loved one's funeral service may feel overwhelming and intense in many ways. A funeral service is a crucial step in the grieving process, and many people believe that everyone conducts those ceremonies in the same way. I don't.

I think the ceremony needs to be planned well and honour the loved one's memory unforgettably. Although they can be unfortunate, it's also an opportunity to honour your loved one with a meaning that reflects their personality in a meaningful way.

Book a chat with me if you would like to have a celebrant who will provide you peace of mind, support, alternatives, and create a personalised ceremony that resonates with you and your loved one.

23/11/2021

In any journey, not least planning a wedding, there are many distractions and diversions. Fortunately, choosing the celebrant should neither be the hardest nor trickiest part, leaving you space to deal with other decisions.

Almost any question, including finding the right wedding celebrant, can be answered in three simple steps. Check this blog post article if you want to be guided you through the steps you need to go through when looking for a celebrant.

https://www.christopherzinncelebrant.com/blog/how-to-find-a-wedding-celebrant

17/11/2021

"Christopher has provided his services at two significant functions for our family. His genuine warmth and effortless ability to engage the audience has made these events very special. His preparation is meticulous, his delivery clear and meaningful, and importantly he creates an atmosphere to suit the occasion and people involved. I highly recommend his services". - CATRIONA & STEPHEN.

15/11/2021

Once you get out of the car & start to walk, it all just happens.

It will be a beautiful moment of flow for the rest of the celebration. The intention is that you are absolutely present with the importance of what you are doing and experiencing: your partner's face when you say "I do" and your friends and family.

You might not even be able to listen to the music or the decoration or anything really. My role and intention are to ensure that you can simply enjoy. Savour it and take it all in thoroughly. Because this celebration is something, you will recall for the rest of your life. Rest assured that together, we will create a ceremony that fits exactly what you want.
Or even more.

09/11/2021

Most people underestimate the role of a Professional Wedding MC.

From my perspective, my role as an MC is not simply to make announcements but how the entire night comes together. As a professional MC, I can create the perfect atmosphere and set for your celebration. We will draft the schedule for the night, ensuring all aspects that you have requested are included.

I will motivate your guests and co-create a style and approach that fully resonates with what you want the most. My role includes (and is not limited to) the overall organisation of the night, bringing personality into the organisational aspects of the night, addressing all formalities and making the annoucements you want and pulling the entire night together to ensure you and the people that matters the most to you have a magnificent experience

05/11/2021

One area of wedding planning that sometimes confuses couples is the difference between wedding celebrant and officiant.

In 2018 almost 80% of Australian marriages were conducted by a celebrant, so it’s a preference with majority appeal. However, it always comes to what you want and think is best for you. I have written a blog post to guide you through this difference to choose the one that fits you better.
You can read it here: https://www.christopherzinncelebrant.com/blog/wedding-celebrant-or-religious-officiant

There’s something about the setting, the music and the power of ritual which can make a big difference. It all comes down to what you want for your magical day.

03/11/2021

“Christopher is a charming, kind and generous person who was wonderful in helping us prepare for our wedding. He went above and beyond to find out special details about both of us and our families to ensure that our wedding felt very intimate. We’re so grateful to have him part of our wedding and highly recommend Christopher to others.”

— ELISE & ED

30/10/2021

When you get married, you share a ritual that goes back an extraordinarily long time in all societies around the world, and it has a unique power.

Going through the ritual, you can potentially reach that power. Creating public proclamation not just of love but also commitment. Getting married is more than just a bit of paper.

I help couples tell a story creating soulful celebrations made of real moments. My experience as MC of live events, broadcaster and TV journalist, amongst others, allows me to create a ritual that addresses all the legal requirements and includes the emotional and spiritual sense of this ceremony.

My one commitment to you is that your ceremony will be as you want it, delivering authentic and long-lasting value for a moment you will remember forever.

09/10/2021

Before searching for a celebrant, ask yourself what kind of ceremony you want and what sort of celebrant will best suit you.

It might be formal or fun, showy or severe. It can, within the few boundaries of the law, be almost anything. So agree on what you want and write it down briefly.

How you communicate your plan to any celebrant will make a big difference! And trust me, I know this by experience :)

06/10/2021

Writing and giving a eulogy is a way of saying farewell to someone who passed away. Today, euology has become a popular way to pay tribute to our loved ones.

In my perspective, it is a way to bring the person to live in the audience's mind in a heartfelt and meaningful way.

Finding words to say can be difficult because of the unique circumstances of a funeral in which you are coping with your own grief.

As a funeral celebrant, I always offer myself to write the ecology for you.

With more than 20 years of experience as a journalist, I will create a speech that can bring into the essence of this important person in an appropriate tone. What was special about this person, how they impacted those around them and how they will remember are only some of the aspects we may include if you feel like it.

As a funeral celebrant, my main focus is to create a heartfelt, respectful and genuine celebration of a life lived, honouring it and bringing some comfort to their family and friends.

Should you need any help with writing or delivering a eulogy, do not hesitate to contact me.

05/10/2021

Here are five key questions you might ask when searching and selecting for your celebrant. Think of them as keys to open the doors of all the possibilities for your Big Day.

They will all help you make the decision around if this is the best/most suitable celebrant to entrust with our wedding

When asking the celebrant your questions listen carefully to their answers. It's not only in terms of their words but also around their generosity of spirit and ability to deliver what you want.

https://www.christopherzinncelebrant.com/blog/the-first-five-critical-questions-you-need-to-ask-a-marriage-celebrant

30/09/2021

I believe this is one of the most special moments of weddings. I love to see couples expressing their love and connection through this part of the celebration.

29/09/2021

“Chris enhances any occasion in which he plays a role with a presence that is smooth, polished, funny, prepared but up for the spontaneous, always warm, sometimes cheeky. His entire professional life has been underpinned by his high level of social skills and his emotional intelligence, which makes you feel that your connection is sincere and personal. He is great at delivering a speech, be it a tribute, a eulogy, a joke, vows, or any aspect of telling a story. He makes every occasion memorable without stealing the limelight from those to whom the day belongs. I recommend him unreservedly as a celebrant of great charm.” CAROLINE & DAVID

26/09/2021

When couples want to get married, they put a great effort into making sure no detail is missed. In the planning rush, many perhaps underestimate the importance of having a great celebrant making it happen.
Things can sometimes go wrong. I have seen it myself many times.
And that is where my role as a wedding celebrant comes into place.

My role is to be someone you can trust to support and guide you from day one towards creating an environment of love, harmony, and real celebration for you and your people to enjoy this big day.

My role is to create a celebration that fits your own plan and story, from the scripting and writing of the wedding ceremony to the ex*****on and everything in between.

When you choose me as your celebrant, you don't just get married.
You get to relax, enjoy and soak up the vibe you deserve.

You can book a free consultation to chat about my approach and what I can offer for one of the most memorable days of your life.

https://www.christopherzinncelebrant.com/