Margaret Mulholland - Humanist Celebrant

21/04/2026

At its core, a humanist funeral is a personal non-religious ceremony that celebrates the life of the person who has died. It serves as both a dignified farewell and a heartfelt commemoration of a unique individual. Key characteristics of a humanist funeral include:

Non-Religious: the ceremony is not an act of worship. The celebrant who leads the ceremony is not religious themselves, and the Farewell – what might be called the Committal in a Christian ceremony – recognises that the person’s life is over, but they continue to exist in the atoms and energy all around us, in the imprint they have left on others, and the legacy they leave in their family and friends.

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13/04/2026

Spring is here. The sun is out. And today, couples beyond count everywhere are getting married. A beautiful thought.

And at the heart of every wedding, a kiss! Anticipated, announced, and yet somehow still electric. Joy, connection, commitment, and love, all at once, in front of the people who matter most.

Humanist weddings are built around exactly that – the two of you. Your story, your values, your connection. Couples often choose readings and poems that mean something to them personally, from Shakespeare to Shelley, or something far more unexpected.

We took our copy of The Little Book of Humanist Weddings into the garden today to read among the blossom. It's a beautiful thing, a ceremony that's yours from start to finish.

Want to know more about humanist weddings? Link in comments!

17/03/2026

After many months of planning and procrastination we are holding our first Humanist regional group meeting next week- all welcome https://humanists.uk/local-group/north-staffs/

08/03/2026

Happy women's day to you all 💕

Today is International Women’s Day. Thank you to all of the women in our lives making the world a better place.

06/03/2026

Not every moment of a wedding weekend is loud — some of the most special ones are these calm pauses in between 🤍

Across the lake, as the evening settles 🌿

A few quiet conversations.
The tipis glowing softly ✨
Space to pause before the party begins.

If you’re dreaming of a relaxed, lakeside wedding that flows beautifully from day to night, this is the place.

Come and see it for yourself — book your showaround and see Elmbridge at golden hour.

06/03/2026

A humanist funeral is a non-religious and personal funeral ceremony. A humanist ceremony is a funeral service led by a celebrant that is both a dignified farewell and a celebration of a life. It recognises the profound sadness of saying goodbye, whilst celebrating the life and legacy of a loved one.

A humanist funeral focuses on the person who has died, the life they led, and the relationships they forged. It is based on the humanist perspective that every life is individual and valuable. It offers a meaningful way to honour the life of a loved one.

The humanist funeral ceremony is conducted by a humanist celebrant. It is both a celebration of a life and a dignified, personal farewell. It’s the perfect option for families who want a sincere, personal reflection on the life of their loved ones.

This can be especially important if the person who died wasn’t particularly religious. For them, a religious funeral could feel like it’s not staying true to who they were in life. Here a humanist funeral may be a more suitable tribute to your friend or family member.

05/03/2026

We couldn't agree more.

Read the full interview on New Humanist Magazine

Link below.

02/03/2026

08/01/2026

The New Year doesn’t have to be all about resolutions and change. It can also be an opportunity for reflection, remembrance and gentle hope.
I’ve shared a new blog looking at the new year from a humanist perspective on my website, do take a look : https://margaretmulhollandhumanistcelebrant.com/blog/