News Celebrants in the news: Boston Globe. November 2007 Celebrant Marks Life’s Major Turns “Instead of it being a familiar set of vows and readings, (the Celebrant) allowed us to personalize it,” Meleis said. “It was incredible. People were coming up to us after the ceremony to say how moving it was.” Edge Boston, May 2007 Lifestyle: Cindy Matchett::Celebrant “Usually people look forward to the reception after the ceremony, but when working with Matchett, people truly cannot wait for the ceremony itself.” iParenting, February 2007 Your Child’s Birth: Commemorating a Most Special Day “The birth of a child may be the single greatest moment in a parent's life, and there is no greater reason to celebrate. However, not all families may desire a religious ceremony, or after their religious beliefs have been honored, they may want another opportunity to celebrate.” Modern Bride, June/July 2005 Celebrants named as one of Top 25 Trendsetters “I don’t do cookie-cutter ceremonies because there are no cookie-cutter couples,” says Kirkley... “The sincerity of a personalized ceremony resonates with the deepest parts of us all.” The New York Times, September 2004 A Ceremony For All Occasions “Interfaith couples planning to wed are among those who seek out Celebrants. Others are simply looking for something different. ‘Designing a service,’ (Dr. Fiese says), ‘provides a way to learn what is significant in a person’s life.’” BeliefNet.net, May 2003 A Ceremony That Reflects You "The beliefs of the celebrant don't matter, it's the beliefs of the couple that are primary," says Charlotte Eulette, executive director of Celebrant USA Foundation... “The celebrant acts as resource, advisor, and facilitator.” Return to Home Page.