Entries by Michael Janz

Incorporating the Veil and Cord Rituals in Your Wedding

Incorporating the Veil and Cord Rituals in Your Wedding Incorporating the Veil and Cord Rituals in your wedding are beautiful, symbolic elements.  They can add depth and meaning to your wedding ceremony. They represent unity, love, and the strength of the bond between two individuals coming together as one. Here’s how these timeless traditions can […]

Integrating the Poruwa Ceremony into an Australian Wedding

Integrating the Poruwa Ceremony into an Australian Wedding… Weddings are not only a celebration of love but also a beautiful opportunity to blend cultures, traditions, and modern customs. One such harmonious integration that has been gaining attention is the incorporation of the Poruwa Ceremony—a traditional Sri Lankan wedding ritual—into Australian weddings. For brides and grooms […]

Notice of Intended Marriage and Shortening of Time: What You Need to Know

Notice of Intended Marriage and Shortening of Time: What You Need to Know Shortening of Time: planning a wedding can be an exciting yet overwhelming experience. Amidst all the preparations, it’s crucial to understand the legal requirements for getting married in Australia, especially if you’re on a tight timeline. This blog post will guide you […]

Multicultural Wedding in Sydney

Multicultural Wedding in Sydney Are you about to have a Multicultural Wedding in Sydney?  No matter where you’re from or what you believe in, weddings are always special events. They are often filled with meaningful rituals from the cultural or religious backgrounds of the couple. But how do you approach the wedding planning journey when […]

Ring Warming in Weddings

Ring Warming in Weddings: Background Modern weddings can include timeless traditions that add depth and meaning to the ceremony. One such tradition that brings a communal spirit to your special day is the ring warming ceremony. This act of unity and love has its roots deeply planted in Irish culture, known fondly as “warming the […]

Handfasting Ceremony in Weddings

Handfasting Ceremony in Weddings The Significant History Behind Handfasting Historically, in ancient Celtic culture, this ceremony was an integral part of a marriage.  It  symbolized not only the union of two people but also the joining of extended families. Marriage was viewed as a sacred and enduring bond. The act of binding hands was a […]

CleanTalk helps Celebrant beat SPAM

CleanTalk helps Celebrant beat SPAM Problem CleanTalk helps Celebrant beat SPAM ….As a Marriage celebrant in Sydney I strive to create beautiful memories for couples on their special day. However, nothing disrupts this vision like the onslaught of spam. Until recently I was swamped daily by irrelevant and often malicious messages that not only overwhelmed […]

Baby Naming Ceremony

Baby Naming Ceremony … what is it? A Baby Naming Ceremony is a great way to celebrate and introduce your new little one to their family and the world. A naming ceremony is like a christening without the church. It can help anywhere you like … at home, in a park etc. Just like a […]