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Celebrant

Marking the Milestones of the Human Narrative

Marriage ceremonies and memorial services crafted with intention, reverence, and the quiet beauty your story deserves.

About John

Every life is a story worth telling beautifully

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For over fifteen years, I've had the profound privilege of standing alongside families during the moments that define us, the vows that begin a shared journey and the farewells that celebrate a life fully lived.

I believe a ceremony should feel as unique as the people at its center. Whether it's the laughter-filled exchange of promises between partners or a tender tribute to someone dearly loved, my role is to listen deeply, shape your words into something meaningful, and hold the space so you can be fully present.

Based in the heart of Queensland, I serve families across the Sunshine State, in chapels and gardens, on clifftops and in living rooms. Wherever your milestone takes place, I bring warmth, intention, and a steadfast commitment to getting every detail right.

15+

Years of service

800+

Ceremonies led

What I Do

Two services, one guiding principle: your story matters

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Marriage Ceremonies

The beginning of your story, told your way

From intimate elopements to grand celebrations, I craft ceremonies that reflect who you are as a couple. Together, we'll shape words that capture your journey, your inside jokes, your quiet promises, the reasons you chose each other. Every ceremony is written from scratch, because your love story has never been told before.

  • Personalized vow consultation
  • Custom-written ceremony script
  • Rehearsal coordination
  • Legal documentation handled
  • Any venue, any format

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Memorial Services

A life honoured with the dignity it deserves

Saying goodbye is one of the hardest things we do. I'm here to help you shape that farewell into something that truly reflects the person you loved, their humor, their warmth, the way they made a room brighter. Whether you envision a traditional service or a celebration of life, I'll guide you through every step with care.

  • Family consultation and storytelling
  • Custom eulogy and tribute writing
  • Full ceremony design
  • Music and reading curation
  • On-the-day facilitation

Packages

Crafted to fit the ceremony you envision

Each package is a starting point. Every ceremony is ultimately shaped around you, these tiers simply help frame the conversation.

The Purest Focus

The Elopement

$650

For couples who want a beautiful, intimate ceremony without the extras, just the two of you and the words that matter most.

Most Popular

The Complete Story

The Signature

$1,200

A fully personalized ceremony for couples who want every moment crafted with intention, from the first reading to the final kiss.

The Full Experience

The Grand Affair

$1,800

For celebrations that call for seamless orchestration, a comprehensive package for complex ceremonies with multiple elements.

Kind Words

From the families I've had the honour of serving

"John made our wedding ceremony feel like a conversation between just the two of us, even with 120 guests watching. He captured our story in a way we couldn't have written ourselves."

Sarah & Marcus

Marriage Ceremony, October 2024

Get in Touch

Let's begin the conversation

There's no obligation and no rush. Tell me a little about what you're envisioning and I'll be in touch to explore how we can make it happen together.

+61 407 882 345
john@johnirvin.com.au
Serving families across Queensland

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