Gay and lesbian couples seeking a formalization of their partnership will find Julie Laudicina to be informed about and supportive of commitment ceremonies. She believes these ceremonies demonstrate the universality of love and the strong power of formal commitment.

Gay and lesbian couples work with Julie Laudicina to create the commitment ceremony that reflects their style and tone, their love story, and their promises for the future. As in other ceremonies that Julie creates, couples review drafts of the ceremony until it is just right for them.

Commitment ceremonies include many familiar ceremonial elements – a procession, vows, ring exchange, the declaration, and a blessing. The couple may chose to include readings, a unity ritual, special music, or a ritual to honor their families, especially their children.

Alternatively, a commitment ceremony may be quite informal and casual…standing together, holding hands, and speaking simple vows among a small circle of witnesses.

The location for your commitment ceremony can be your home, a park, a catering hall, or a restaurant. You can be creative about where your ceremony takes place, and you will find many places are “gay friendly.”

Commitment ceremonies that are well-designed and reveal your heartfelt commitment to being life partners will certainly validate your relationship in the eyes of your guests. Your views on same sex marriage may be included in the ceremony in a call for support, justice, and societal change.

A personalized commitment ceremony may be just the right thing for you to do to formalize your partnership for life. Talk with Julie Laudicina about declaring your pledges and promises to each other, surrounded by your supportive family and friends.

For a free consultation, contact Julie Laudicina, Celebrant!