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August 2013
What DO humanists believe?
I was asked to write this by the nice people at the magazine “Interfaith Matters” – let me know what you think? It’s a good question, not least because most people only know what humanists don’t believe – in an afterlife, the existence of gods or devils and the possibility of divine intervention in human affairs. But leaving that to […]
Evonne & David’s Humanist Ceremony at Prestonfield House
I knew I was going to enjoy working with David and Evonne from the moment I read their homework where they told me a wonderful story about a showbiz legend – that sadly I can’t share here! I did get to tell it at the wedding though, which was a total hoot, as you can […]
Donna & Jonas’s Humanist Wedding at Kirknewton Stables
Jane and Peter’s Humanist Wedding at The Glasshouse Hotel
The Glasshouse Hotel at the top of Leith Walk has a glorious roof garden, and one day I’m going to be lucky enough to conduct a wedding on it. But on the day Peter and Jane chose earlier this year, the sun was hiding behind a veil of haar, so instead, they married indoors with a […]
Julie and Angus’s Humanist Wedding at Balbirnie House
I got a lovely card this morning, from Jules and Gus. It was elegant, artistic and moving, just like their ceremony, back in May of this year. I can think of nothing more appropriate than to share what their friend Frankie said, when she told the story of their relationship, “At first I thought that Jules […]
Leigh & Gregor’s Humanist Wedding on Inchcolm Island
I always look forward to getting photos and cards from the couples I marry, telling me what made their day so special, but this is one I will never forget! Leigh and Gregor chose their wedding date because it was 16 years to the day since they met. As they said in their ceremony, “Home, […]