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Sam The Sunshine Celebrant

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The International College of Professional Celebrants

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English

Hi, I'm Sam

I am Sam, ‘The Sunshine Celebrant’ and my intention is to inject a little sunshine, a little Joie de vivre, into your ceremony. So, whether you are looking for a Celebrant for your wedding, vow renewal, naming ceremony or a funeral service, I could be the perfect person for you.
I create individual bespoke ceremonies based on your wishes, dreams, and thoughts, and include as much of your personalities and interests as possible to make the ceremony perfectly yours. I am a lover of words and hope to use my passion along with inspiration from you, to write a ceremony to make you proud.
Do you want to include your family and friends in the ceremony? Well, we can arrange that, whether that’s including them in the vows and promises, adding mini ceremonies or including them in readings or performances, the choice is entirely yours.

What's my ceremony style?

I am all about the ‘sunshine’ moments, a little something to make your ceremony extra special. I like quirky, geeky, literary, romantic, natural, well just about any type of ceremony, if it reflects the people involved.
Do you want to dress up as Elven warriors, galactic pilots, or historical heroes? No problem. Or would you like a reading from an epic poem or a scene from your favourite movie? This too can be arranged. As long as we put a bit of you into it, that’s great and the more fun the better as far as I am concerned.

Prices From

£228

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Why choose Sam?

I am a lover of word’s and turning this into your story brings me great joy. I love people, listening to the stories that make you special, and finding a way to turn that into a ceremony that you’ll love. My background is in the theatre and creative arts, with a dash of hospitality and retail and a large dose of customer service, so I am very used to interaction with people from all walks of life. Why not give me a call, I am happy to have a no obligation chat to see if I’m a fit for you.

What do I offer?

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Weddings

I love LOVE! Any couple with a special story to tell and a unique outlook on their relationship, that wants to share their special day with the most important people in the world to them, are fine by me! I want to help you put your vision of a perfect wedding in to practice. I am a fan of the magic of word’s and whether the inspiration for your ceremony comes from your favourite love song, a book, a movie let us make it a part of your special day.

I offer a no obligation initial meeting to see if we are a fit for each other. If you are happy, we can then go about creating your perfect ceremony. You will have the opportunity to adjust and make changes to your ceremony script and I even offer a rehearsal if you feel the need.
You will also receive a certificate that can be signed by the couple and up to four witnesses with a decorative certificate frame. You will receive a copy of your script and your vows as a keepsake
I also offer additional creative touches to make your day truly unique, from mini ceremonies including hand crafted props, to paper corsages and bouquets. Do you want to include something from an absent loved one? I can make a personal keepsake that you can utilise during your ceremony, so they are still a part of your big day.

Prices From

£500

Why choose Sam for your wedding?

‘I believe in a thing called love’ and ‘When you love someone’ ‘The power of love can be a curious thing’. I know I am getting a little ahead of myself. Music can be very evocative and is known to create an emotional response, so, let’s tug at the heart strings of your loved ones with some special tunes. So, if you are ‘Addicted to love’ and if you believe like the (fictional) Prime Minister in Love Actually that ‘love actually is all around’ then let me help you demonstrate this to the world, considering ‘All you need is love’?

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Naming Ceremonies

Whether you are looking for a ceremony to introduce your new addition to your friends and family? Or looking to acknowledge an adoption or a blended family, a naming ceremony can be the perfect solution.
Why not consider me for your naming ceremony, let me create the perfect individual ceremony for you, filled with joy and as much ‘Sunshine’ as possible to allow you to have the welcome you wish for.
With the chance to include music, poetry readings, candle or sand ceremonies and for as much or a little participation of your guests as you wish. Together, we can create an occasion to be proud of.

I offer a no obligation initial meeting to see if we are a fit for each other. If you are happy, we can then go about creating your perfect ceremony. You will have the opportunity to adjust and make changes to your ceremony script and I even offer a rehearsal if you feel the need.
You will also receive a certificate that can be signed by the parents and up to four witnesses with a decorative certificate frame. You will receive a copy of your scripts as a keepsake.
I also offer additional creative touches to make your day truly unique including mini ceremonies with hand crafted props. Do you want to include something from an absent loved one? I can make a personal keepsake that you can utilise during your ceremony, so they are still a part of this special day.

Prices From

£350

Why choose Sam for your naming ceremony?

Introducing your child to the world is a special occasion and if I can help make that day truly memorable then I would be on cloud nine! I adore children and have plenty of ideas to inject something special into their day. How about a memory box with wishes from the family for them to open on their 18th Birthday? Or a fairy tale celebration based on your favourite children’s book. Let us see what we can come up with together!

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Renewal of Vows

I love LOVE! And a couple wanting to celebrate their love, no matter how far along that love is, are fine by me! Whether you want to include parts of your original wedding or to hold something totally unique, I want to help you put your vision in to practice. I am a fan of the magic of word’s and whether the inspiration for your ceremony comes from your favourite love song, a book, a movie let us make it a part of your special day.

I offer a no obligation initial meeting to see if we are a fit for each other. If you are happy, we can then go about creating your perfect ceremony. You will have the opportunity to adjust and make changes to your ceremony script and I even offer a rehearsal if you feel the need.
You will also receive a certificate that can be signed by the couple and up to four witnesses with a decorative certificate frame. You will receive a copy of your script and your vows as a keepsake
I also offer additional creative touches to make your day truly unique, from mini ceremonies including hand crafted props, to paper corsages and bouquets. Do you want to include something from an absent loved one? I can make a personal keepsake that you can utilise during your ceremony, so they are still a part of your big day.

Prices From

£350

Why choose Sam for your renewal of vows?

Whether you are looking for a blessing after a private ceremony or celebrating a milestone anniversary, let me help you create the perfect day. We can incorporate things from your original wedding or throw a totally unique occasion it is entirely up to you. I have lots of suggestions for music, readings and poems for every taste, style, and personality. Let me bring a little ‘sunshine’ into special day and make it one to remember!

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Funerals

I began my ‘Celebrant’ journey after losing someone special to me and having to arrange a funeral. So, although I may not know how you are feeling, I do understand what you are going through. Let me help you to create a fitting send off for your loved one, capturing their essence and all the things that made them so special. I still want to inject a little sunshine into the occasion (although I can’t guarantee the weather!) So, let us ‘celebrate’ their life in the best way possible, adding their favourite music, readings from their favourite authors, or even a comedy sketch!

I will meet with you in person or can arrange a video call to discuss your style of service and its content. I can write a meaningful tribute to your loved one and will create the rest of the individual service with your help. I can help with music or poem selection; prayers and blessings and I can also include some special moments in your service including candle lighting or flower ceremonies if you so wish.
If you are working with a funeral director, I will liaise with them where required to make sure that everything runs smoothly on the day.

Prices From

£228

Why choose Sam for your funeral?

My aim is to give you the opportunity to honour your loved one in the way that best suits you, Whether a traditional funeral service, a modern end of life celebration or somewhere in between. Letting you tell their story and say goodbye your way.
I can help with readings poems and music choices and can write a special tribute or eulogy. Together we can create a service that they would be proud of.

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Reviews for Sam The Sunshine Celebrant

Total Reviews: 5

Average Rating: 5

reviews (5)

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Celebrating our mother’s life

5 Stars
Alison Filliter

Funeral | 07/20/2022 | Westerleigh Crematorium

Sam Griffiths guided us through this potentially distressing process with ease and reassurance. Sam crafted a lovely tribute after listening to stories about our mother, organised the order of service cards, liaised with the funeral directors and then delivered a seamless service. Sam is empathetic, knowledgable, very professional and personable. We totally recommend Sam as a safe pair of hands. Thank you, Sam!

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professional and perfect

5 Stars
Malcolm

Funeral | 06/17/2022 | Westerleigh Crematorioum

Thank you all for explaining everything to us, as you can imagine, it’s not something most people go through too regularly, thankfully. Sam fully explained & conducted the ceremony perfectly and guided us so diplomatically through the final day process. Thank you so much from all of us in Isabel’s family & everyone who turned up in person & in spirit, to pay their last respects. Everything was perfect & professionally dealt with, which helped to ease the painful & emotional process for us all.

The ceremony was complimented by everyone who attended.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Regards

Mal, Tracey, Siân & our families.

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Wedding Wonder

5 Stars
Melissa Read

Wedding | 09/04/2021 | Gloucester Old Spot Pub Bristol

You are just amazing Sam X From the moment we met you until our wedding day y, you have made every step of the process so enjoyable. We had the most amazing day and we cannot thank you enough.

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