Ceremonies to Celebrate Love

Photo Credit: Susannah Blatchford

Wedding & Civil Unions

Congratulations on your engagement!

As your celebrant, my goal is to help you make your dream ceremony a reality.

With me as your celebrant you will receive the following:

  • A fully personalised written ceremony.

  • An initial meeting free of charge to get to know each other and to go over paperwork.

  • Ongoing meetings as required either in person or via zoom to organize, plan and prepare for your ceremony.

  • Examples of vows, readings, ceremony templates and unity rituals.

  • Examples of how to incorporate Tikanga and Te Reo Māori into your ceremony (if desired).

  • Information on how to apply for your marriage licence and support with this if required.

  • Support with writing of vows and readings if required.

  • Ongoing support available through emails, phone or via zoom.

  • Full rehearsal prior to the big day.

  • Officiation of your ceremony on the big day, management of legal documents and any other support required.

  • Optional follow up meeting after the ceremony for reflection.

  • To secure your wedding date, a non refundable deposit of $250 is required upon signing of the paperwork.

“Thankyou so much Bonnie for being such a wonderful celebrant! We had such a beautiful ceremony thanks to you! We couldn’t thankyou more for all you’ve done for us! Thankyou from the bottom of our hearts! You gave us such a beautiful ceremony to remember”

Sophie & Jack

Bonnie Tainui celebrant at Arthurs pass

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Vow Renewals

Wanting to celebrate your marriage? a vow renewal ceremony is a beautiful way to signify your love. As your celebrant I can help you plan a unique ceremony that is reflective of the unity that you share.

With me as your celebrant you will receive the following:

  • A fully personalised written ceremony.

  • An initial meeting free of charge to get to know each other and to go over paperwork.

  • A second meeting either in person or via zoom to organize, plan and prepare for your ceremony.

  • Examples of vows, readings, ceremony templates and unity rituals.

  • Support with writing of vows and readings if required.

  • Ongoing support available through emails, phone or via zoom.

  • Full rehearsal prior to the big day.

  • Officiation of your ceremony on the big day and any other support required.

  • Optional follow up meeting after the ceremony for reflection.

  • To secure your ceremony date, a non refundable deposit of $250 is required upon signing of the paperwork.

Photo Credit: Optiknz Weddings

“Bonnie was a pleasure to work with. She was informative, helpful, level-headed and was willing to work in whatever way was most beneficial to us. We would highly recommend her for your wedding!”

Zoe & Adam

Elopements

Congratulations on your engagement!

Are you wanting a small and intimate ceremony with only yourselves and/or your closet friends and family. An elopement could be the ceremony for you!

As your celebrant, my goal is to help you make your dream ceremony a reality.

With me as your celebrant you will receive the following:

  • A fully personalised written ceremony.

  • An initial meeting free of charge to get to know each other and to go over paperwork.

  • Ongoing meetings as required either in person or via zoom to organize, plan and prepare for your ceremony.

  • Examples of vows, readings, ceremony templates and unity rituals.

  • Examples of how to incorporate Tikanga and Te Reo Māori into your ceremony (if desired).

  • Information on how to apply for your marriage licence and support with this if required.

  • Support with writing of vows and readings if required.

  • Ongoing support available through emails, phone or via zoom.

  • Full rehearsal prior to the big day.

  • Officiation of your ceremony on the big day, management of legal documents and any other support required.

  • Optional follow up meeting after the ceremony for reflection.

  • To secure your ceremony date, a non refundable deposit of $250 is required upon signing of the paperwork.

Photo Credit: Carly Gerrard Photography

“Bonnie was fabulous. She was very helpful with everything. Even the silly questions we asked, she always knew the answers. Bonnie is one talented lady. We are so so pleased we picked her to marry us. Bonnie, we can't thank you enough for everything you did for us. We will remember you forever”

Linda & Arron

Kia Ora!

Feel free to contact me to discuss your ceremony, i would love to hear from you.