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When people ask how I became a funeral celebrant, I often smile before I answer. The story isn’t simply about changing careers. It’s about discovering a calling I didn’t know I had, taking a leap of faith, and finding the privilege of standing beside families during some of the most tender moments of their lives. A Career Built Around People Before becoming a celebrant, my entire working life revolved around care, safeguarding, communication, and supporting people through dif

The New Reality: Disposing vs. Grieving Direct cremation is the fastest-growing trend in end-of-life care. It’s simple, affordable, and flexible — but it comes with an unseen cost: the loss of ceremony. The ashes are returned to the family, often weeks later, giving them full control over how and when to remember their loved one. It’s easy to see why this option has become so popular. It saves money, removes the pressure of arranging a funeral immediately, and gives families