About
Welcome! I'm Emily Joy
I am loving this new chapter of my life. Training to be a celebrant has been so special and brings many aspects of my professional and personal life together. Coming alongside couples and families to plan and deliver ceremonies that are exactly what they hope and dream is a privilege. I specialise in weddings, naming ceremonies and funerals. I am a trained teacher and facilitator and I lead singing experiences in many different contexts. I can weave these skills into your ceremonies in so many creative ways - such as teaching and leading your favourite songs and bringing the joy of music to all of your loved ones!
Get in touch to explore the ceremony you have in mind.
Gallery and Testimonials
Baby Naming Ceremonies
Maeve's Naming Ceremony
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"We're basking in the joy of the ceremony. It was perfect. You did a beautiful job. So special to have you play such a big role in Maeve's day!" Maeve's mother, Reigate
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"You did a marvellous job today, it was beautifully put together. Really interesting things about Maeve's name. You're a wonderful orator; being a celebrant is your calling!" Ann, Hastings​
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"You have such a confident, warm and engaging presence. You're an entertaining storyteller - I really enjoyed listening to you. I will recommend you!" Paula, Woking
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Weddings
Sophie and Christian's wedding
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"You were the most amazing celebrant - everyone is asking about you! You made the day truly special and the rendition of 'Lean on Me' was so fitting and uplifting" - Sophie, the bride, Lewisham
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"One year on you're always in our thoughts. Without you we wouldn't be as happy as we are"
- Christian, the groom, Lewisham
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Weddings
Jess and Luke's wedding
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"Thank you for all the ways you contributed to making the ceremony so special, we were so pleased!" Jess, the bride
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"Thank you for everything Emily! We appreciated your guidance and support through the process - and the suggestion of the ring warming was a wedding day highlight for us and so many guests." Luke, the groom
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Weddings
Kate and Jo's wedding
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"Emily was a bloody brilliant celebrant! It was really special to have you actually because you were there when Jo and I first met! But even if we hadn't known you, you have such a warm, funny, engaging and human way of being. You owned the room but didn't take the attention - a real art. Well done and thank you" Kate, the bride
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"You were born to this job, Emily!" Sarah, Brighton
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"You did such a brilliant job: polished, funny, affectionate, utterly professional and your timing was spot on. Well done you" Ann, Exeter
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Funerals
Ahmad's funeral
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"I just wanted to say what a beautiful memorial it was. A great gift to hold the space so graciously and welcomingly. You're a natural." Mary, Wadhurst
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"I thought you did a beautiful job this afternoon" - Rachel, Richmond
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Paul's funeral
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"On behalf of all of us, thank you for being the perfect celebrant in so many ways." Ben, Paul's son, West Hampstead
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"Your presentation and presence was really wonderful. Everybody commented on it and I’m truly grateful to you for accommodating all the material and for your calming words for us and to the congregation." Lili, Paul's wife, Wimbledon
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"Thank you so much for everything you did with all the preparation and funeral, it made it peaceful for us. You did a wonderful job." Simon, Paul's son, Somerset
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Contact
me
Drop me a line or call me to explore the ceremony you have in mind