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 […]

Poruwa Ceremony Sydney: How to Integrate Sri Lankan Traditions into an Australian Wedding

Poruwa Ceremony Sydney: How to Integrate Sri Lankan Traditions into an Australian Wedding A Guide for Couples Planning a Sri Lankan Wedding in Australia Weddings in Australia are wonderfully diverse, and more couples are choosing to honour their heritage by blending cultural traditions with modern ceremony styles. One of the most meaningful and visually stunning […]

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 — A Beautiful Tradition with Deep Meaning By Michael Janz, Marriage Celebrant Sydney The Significant History Behind Handfasting Handfasting is one of the oldest known wedding rituals. Originating in ancient Celtic culture, it symbolised not only the union of two people but also the joining of families and communities. Marriage was […]

Baby Naming Ceremonies in Sydney

Baby Naming Ceremonies in Sydney A warm, personal way to welcome your little one into the world with Baby Naming Ceremonies in Sydney. What Is a Baby Naming Ceremony? A Baby Naming Ceremony is a joyful and meaningful way to welcome your child into your family and community. It’s a modern, non‑religious alternative to a […]

Sydney Wedding Venues

Sydney Wedding Venues You’ll Love — Celebrant‑Recommended Favourites for an Unforgettable Day Are you searching for the perfect Sydney wedding venue — something elegant, sophisticated, stylish and modern, with that unmistakable Sydney magic? As a Sydney Marriage Celebrant based in Randwick, I’ve been lucky to officiate weddings across the city’s most iconic locations. These are […]