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What ceremonies can a
Celebrant perform other than marriages? Anniversaries, Blessings,
Birthdays, Civil Unions (once registered) Cleansing, Coming of Age,
Commitment, Croning, Divorce, Engagement, Farewelling
(resignation/overseas etc), Funerals, House Blessing, Interring of
Ashes, Launching (eg a boat/new product), Master of Ceremonies,
Memorials, Naming, Pet Ceremonies, Placenta, Planting, Promotions,
Renewal of Vows, Retirement, Reunions, Scattering of Ashes, Same Sex
Ceremonies, Tree Planting, Unveiling of Headstone
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How do I become a
Registered Marriage/Civil Union Celebrant?
Make application to the local Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages (BDM). Check out their
website as well - www.dia.govt.nz
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What constraints are
there to becoming a Celebrant?
There are no legal/other
constraints on anyone conducting or performing any sort of ceremony
privately or publicly - other than a wedding/civil union, which must be
solemnised in the presence of a registered Marriage/Civil Union
Celebrant or a Minister of Religion.
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Where is training available?
The Auckland University of Technology (AUT) currently offers a course in Celebrancy in both
Auckland and Christchurch.
Professional development is offered by this Association via conferences,
seminars, branch membership and workshops, networking, mentoring as well
as accessing materials through the Members' Only Page of this website.
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Where can ceremonies
be performed? Are there any time constraints or venue restrictions?
Ceremonies can be performed anywhere at anytime.
In some public places/parks, the local authority requires advance
bookings and/or a fee.
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Thinking of getting married? Here are some steps in the process.
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(a) |
Choose
the date and wedding venue plus the wedding reception venue, if
a different locality.
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(b) |
Choose
the Marriage Celebrant - some Celebrants require a deposit at
the first meeting.
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(c) |
Consider
the florist, photographer, transportation, clothing, cake,
entertainment.
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Set
the date and attend the first interview at which the initial
planning process will begin and the Celebrant will provide the
necessary information.
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(e) |
Apply
for the marriage licence from the local office of BDM - this can
also be downloaded from the website (www.dia.govt.nz). A maximum
of three months and a minimum of three days is the timeframe in
which to do this.
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At the second interview bring all documentation and the fee to the
Celebrant. At this meeting the ceremony will be finalised.
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(g) |
A
dress rehearsal if required, may be held a few days prior to the
ceremony.
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(h) |
Once
the licence is issued, the ceremony can take place regardless of
objections - but only at the place/s named on the licence.
The only exception is if an objector provides a caveat from a
District Court judge.
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Must I choose a local Celebrant?
No, however we do refer you
to our Membership List where you can access Celebrants by name or
region.
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Define a secular ceremony.
This is a ceremony that is non-religious.
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Can a Civil
Union/Marriage Celebrant conduct a religious ceremony?
Yes
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Do I need permission
to be married? If so, from whom?
Sixteen years of age is the
minimum legal age for marriage. Parental consent or a District Court
order is required if either of the couple is under the age of eighteen years. Permission to marry is confirmed via the issue of a marriage
licence.
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Define the framework for a wedding
ceremony.
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(a) |
Welcome
and Introduction.
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(b) |
The
Meaning of Marriage (optional).
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(c) |
Giving
away by Parent/Guardian/Friend (optional).
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(d) |
Declaration
of support (optional).
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Declaration
of Intent by Bride and Groom.
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Vows/Promises.
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(g) |
Giving/Exchanging
of Ring/s (optional).
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Pronouncement.
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Blessings/Readings/Prayers/Candle
Lighting etc (optional at any stage).
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(j) |
Signing
the Register.
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(k) |
Conclusion.
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