Sarah Donovan Humanist Celebrant

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In November, we pause to remember our dead—not in silence alone, but in story, in the rituals that bind us to love and legacy. As a humanist celebrant, I honour lives lived with meaning, and the enduring connections that shape our grief and our gratitude. Every remembrance is a thread.

I am proud to stand for dignity, equality, and human rights. As a Humanist Celebrant, I believe love and community should never be complicit in oppression. I'm honoured to be part of Cork's Apartheid Free Zone initiative, supporting the BDS movement and affirming solidarity with Palestinian people.

I just received these beautiful flowers from a gorgeous couple I married a few weeks ago. I am blown away by their kindness. Thank you very much S & J. ❤️
#thankyou #happycouple #kindness

A wedding rich in meaning and tenderness. Two remarkable women, deeply in love, invited their guests into the heart of their ceremony—from sharing coconut milk coffee in a modern Quaich ritual to welcoming each of us to pour sand into a collective vessel of unity. I was honoured to be part of it.

✨ I’m thrilled to share that I’ve been nominated once again for WeddingsOnline Celebrant of the Year! After the honour of winning last year, this recognition means the world. If my ceremonies have touched your heart, I’d be so grateful for your vote 💛
🗳️ Thank you.
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I am absolutely blown away away by this amazing Five Star Review from Karen and Mark. We had such a beautiful day in the sunshine in Waterford. I loved being a small part of their love story and am so happy they felt seen, valued and celebrated.
#humanistwedding #happilymarried #5starreviews

We had a great day in @fernhill.house in Clonakilty where Barrett Ann Denise celebrated their wedding, uniting Ireland and the USA. They lit Unity Candles and sealed their bond by Drinking from the Quaich.
#irishwedding #corkcelebrant #irishcelebrant #humanistcelebrant #humanistwedding

Love knows no bounds, and neither should ceremony. Every story deserves to be honoured with joy, dignity, and authenticity. Inclusivity isn’t an add-on—it’s the heart of it all.

#InclusiveCeremony #LoveIsLove #LGBTQCelebrant #HumanistCeremony #CorkCelebrant #IrishCelebrant

Emily and Pàdraic celebrated their wedding in an intimate ceremony in the beautiful Lavit Gallery. Their fathers lit candles to symbolise the passing on of family love and values through the generations. The beautiful readings and music were given by family members. It was a very special day.

Kirsi and John celebrated their wedding in the most beautiful ceremony in Kilorglin.They sealed their union drinking from a shared cup, made by Kirsi herself. Their loved ones were joined by their two gorgeous fur babies. The room was full of love, laughter, tears and joy. Such a gorgeous couple!

A few pics from our recent trip to Rhodes. It was just lovely.
#holiday #greece #Rhodes #happydays

Still delighted with my @weddingsonline Celebrant of the Year Award for 2025. #awardwinner #celebrantoftheyear #winner #achievement #doingsomethingright

Congratulations to Jacq and Ian on their wedding in Langton’s Kilkenny. Their personalities shone right through the ceremony with Dr Who motifs throughout. They kept their rings in a coded cryptex and made their vows with a Yooperlite Oathing Stone. Congratulations to you both!❤️

I’m delighted to have been nominated for Celebrant of the Year in the Platinum Awards 2025. It’s always good to see I’m doing something right. #award #nomination #celebrantoftheyear #doingsomethingright

What a beautiful review from Lyndsay and Niall! Thank you for such a great and thoughtful recommendation. We had such an amazing day! I really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts.
#thankyou #review #humanistwedding #recommended #weddingday
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Fun in the photo booth. #Holidays #abitofcraic #ilovemywife #FreePalestine

Thank you so much, Cathal and Sandra, for this fantastic 5 Star Review. I was so delighted that you chose me to be your celebrant. It was such a gorgeous day are you are a really beautiful couple! #thankyou #humanistwedding #review #recommended #happycouple

Honouring a life with words that matter. Tips for writing a heartfelt eulogy. #EulogyWriting #humanistfuneral #CelebrateLife #GriefSupport #MemorialSpeech #WritingTips

Flags are up! We’re here.!Let the games begin! #vantastival #festival #funandgames

Ayden celebrated his first birthday with a beautiful Naming Ceremony at home last weekend. It was a real honour for me as I was the wedding celebrant for his parents, Fiona and SJ, a few years ago. It was a gorgeous family occasion. Welcome to the world, Ayden! ❤️

#humanistcelebrant #namingceremony

Sonya and Jacklyn celebrated their love in a very moving wedding ceremony alongside their Dogs-of-Honour, Willow and Jude. They lit candles for dearly missed loved ones, planted a tree with soil from specially chosen ground and poured sand in a beautiful Sand Ceremony.
#humanistwedding #loveislove

I don’t often go to Dublin for weddings but this was a very special day. Thank you Caragh and Fiona for this beautiful review. I love my job!
#humanistwedding #humanistcelebrant #wedding #justmarried #loveislove

Žygimantas & Elizabeth were married in the most beautiful ceremony in @10bridgestreet_ . The union of their two cultures and families was celebrated with a Hand Fasting ritual using a woven Lithuanian belt and a piece of old Irish Lace. The stunning flowers were crafted by @floweryardflorist.

Thank you Niamh & Kelly for this gorgeous review. I feel so honoured and privileged to have been part of your beautiful day and so happy that you loved it too. It was such a joy working with you both. I wish you all the love in the world! ❤️ #humanistwedding #happycouple #thankyou #review

From Ireland to Japan, love knows no borders. I was honoured to officiate the union of John & Emma in the stunning Blackwater Castle. It was a day filled with laughter, tradition, and the love of family and friends from all over the world. #HumanistCelebrant

Busy morning here at HQ.
#dogswithjobs

Receiving a review like this really does make me feel like I’m doing what I should be doing. I absolutely love my job and when the people I work with are happy, I am thrilled! Thank you Niamh and Rob for taking the time to write this stunning recommendation.
#humanistwedding #thankyou #justmarried

Ruth and Raj exchanged vows in a beautiful ceremony at the weekend. The day was full of laughs and just a few tears. Such a beautiful couple! Congratulations to you both! ❤️
#humanistwedding #humanistcelebrant #wedding #justmarried #weddingcelebrant

Congratulations to @linda.djougang on her 50th cap today. C’mon Ireland!!!🇮🇪 #RWC25