St. Mary's Chapel in the heart of downtown Charlotte, NC is a small, historic sanctuary with beautiful wood appointments and good acoustics. Though non-denominational and open to any faith tradition, the setting is definitely Christian.
So as an Invocation we used a a beautiful prayer the Book of Common Prayer modified slightly to more authentically reflect Doug and Marianne's beliefs and intentions for their marriage. An original poem reminded the couple of Love's commitment to them as they committed to each other.
Acoustic instruments (more wood) playing Americana-style songs filled the sanctuary with music that reflected the couple's personal taste and sounded wonderful in this sanctuary.
Doug and Marianne's ceremony balanced modern elegance with personal history and the warmth of close friends and family.
My very best wishes to both of you, dear friends. Can't wait to see you again at our favorite gathering!
From my heart,
Michelle
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Michelle Smith is the founder of Asheville Celebrant. She is an ordained Inter-Faith Minister and Certified Life-Cycle Celebrant who helps people experience deeper, more meaningful connections in their families and communities. Whether helping people create personal ceremonies for life’s big changes or leading public ceremonies that build community, Michelle honors all philosophies, beliefs and traditions--religious, secular, spiritual, inter-faith and multi-cultural. To explore the possibilities for honoring your own life’s transitions email Michelle at ashevillecelebrant@gmail.com to set up a no-obligationExplore the Possibilities call.
So as an Invocation we used a a beautiful prayer the Book of Common Prayer modified slightly to more authentically reflect Doug and Marianne's beliefs and intentions for their marriage. An original poem reminded the couple of Love's commitment to them as they committed to each other.
Acoustic instruments (more wood) playing Americana-style songs filled the sanctuary with music that reflected the couple's personal taste and sounded wonderful in this sanctuary.
Doug and Marianne's ceremony balanced modern elegance with personal history and the warmth of close friends and family.
My very best wishes to both of you, dear friends. Can't wait to see you again at our favorite gathering!
From my heart,
Michelle
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Michelle Smith is the founder of Asheville Celebrant. She is an ordained Inter-Faith Minister and Certified Life-Cycle Celebrant who helps people experience deeper, more meaningful connections in their families and communities. Whether helping people create personal ceremonies for life’s big changes or leading public ceremonies that build community, Michelle honors all philosophies, beliefs and traditions--religious, secular, spiritual, inter-faith and multi-cultural. To explore the possibilities for honoring your own life’s transitions email Michelle at ashevillecelebrant@gmail.com to set up a no-obligationExplore the Possibilities call.
Thank you, Michelle! We are so grateful that you put together that special ceremony, and were there to walk us through. You are awesome! Big love to you!
ReplyDeleteXOXO,
~Marianne