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Hi, Thanks you for taking a peek at my profile. I’m Mark
Looking for a Celebrant can be daunting but choosing the right one is vital to ensure your day is brilliant and fun.
I am a Modern Celebrant and a well known and respected Actor who absolutely loves what he does and is committed to giving you the ceremony that you have dreamed of and that your guests will remember with a big smile.
Every part of my work is about sharing a story and I would love to tell yours for you. There are no rules and I am ready to get creative with your ideas. Whether it be a traditional Wedding with a little something different or a completely daring extravaganza. I will make it happen seamlessly and ensure that it reflects your personal style and the atmosphere you want.
I also believe in making the whole process easy and completely stress free for you. I will do my very best to make it fun and to inspire, guide and support you from our first chat all the way to the big day.
I would love to have the privilege to be a part of your journey and your unique story.
Please feel free to contact me anytime and I will look forward to meeting you
Mark - Love Is All You Need
About
I can hardly believe I have been doing this for over 13 years now and I still absolutely love it :) Performing is my life and I am so lucky to be able to put my skills to such brilliant use and share in so many people's joy and celebration! I don't always sport the beard but I decided I wanted it for my own Wedding late last year which was sooooo much fun. I am a Dad and a Dog lover (how could you not be with a surname like mine?) I have a crazy Jack Russle called "Indiana Bones" I love life! :)
Mr Mark Doggett
Business Owner
All You Need Is Love - Mark Doggett
Hi Erin,
Great Question. Hand Binding or Fasting is largely derived from Celtic traditions and was not essentially a religious ritual. In fact it was often an alternative to a religious ceremony when a member of the Clergy could not be reached or found to perform the Ceremony. It is as you asked something that also derives from the Native American Indian culture (One of my personal favourites for rituals & wording). The Native American Indian beliefs are very much Spiritual in that they believe every single part of nature has a spirit and therefore deserves and commands respect. I certainly wouldn't call this religious just beautifully human and natural. I am not specifically sure what the exact symbolism for the Hand Binding is in their culture but I am sure it would have been as simple as two spirits being bound together and therefore deserving of care, nurture, protection and respect as the two are now one. I think it would a beautiful choice for a Wedding Ceremony :)
Here's a link to a description of a Ceremony where they actually made their own binding cord using Cherokee beads. How wonderful!
http://www.whitehorsestudio.com/about_me/handfasting/handfasting.html
Good Luck & Enjoy.
Cheers,
Mark