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Mark RInd English Wedding Celebrant France Reviews Testimonials Truly exceptional! Well, where to start.. Mark was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding, right from the first call, he made me feel so at ease. As someone who does not typically enjoy being the centre of attention, I was a little nervous about the ceremony and having to speak in front of nearly 90 people! Mark completely took away this anxiety, through his detailed planning, reassuring support and compassionate approach. Each call we had with Mark left us feeling more and more excited about our day, the script he wrote was absolutely beautiful and the way it was delivered on our wedding day left everyone feeling very emotional! Our guests even commented on what a beautiful ceremony it was and how they had never been to a wedding whereby the ceremony had so much meaning and was actually engaging. I really could not recommend Mark more, I could say a thousand brilliant things about the way he works and the service he provides. I can guarantee if you choose to work with Mark, you absolutely will not regret it. Mark recently officiated my husband and I's wedding in Bordeaux. He was simply wonderful. Mark took significant care to learn about our story, who we are as a couple, and crafted with us a ceremony that was full of love and meaning to us and our family/friends. As an LGBTQ+ couple, we felt completely secure and confident in Mark creating a ceremony that was authentic to us. Thank you Mark for leading us through one of the best moments of our lives. Mark was absolutely sensational at our recent wedding at Chateau Fengari and made the whole day more special. From the moment we first met online, Mark made us feel at ease. He answered any questions we had without us feeling stupid and the whole thing felt really personable. He made a huge effort to get to know us as people and it all felt so genuine - it’s clear that Mark cares deeply about his work. He sent us a questionnaire which allowed us to think carefully about our answers and the things we’d have in our ceremony, rather than being put on the spot. He also liaised with someone who wrote a poem for us about things to include and gave them some tips in his own time. On the day of the wedding, Mark arrived and couldn’t have done more to help us and again to take the pressure off. From speaking to the coordinator about timings, to meeting the bride, groom, bridesmaids and groomsmen, to the person sorting the music, Mark had it all under control. He also sorted us a table and chairs for us during the ceremony which we’d forgotten about! The ceremony itself was literally perfect. We went into the day without having seen the full script as Mark wanted it to be special - though he did give us the option to see it. He couldn’t have got the balance more right if he tried. The perfect blend of humour, seriousness and love. It was so personal that many of our guests assumed we’d known Mark for years and had brought him with us to the wedding. I honestly would recommend Mark to anyone getting married in France (or anywhere else for that matter). You could not wish to meet a more down to earth and genuine bloke if you tried. Thank you so much for everything Mark - you really did make our day even more special. Mark was the most wonderful celebrant, he officiated our wedding ceremony this summer and made the script very personal to us. He made sure to work with us on creating our story, that was threaded beautifully throughout the ceremony. Mark is very kind and easy to work with. We had so many compliments from our wedding guests about how fantastic the ceremony was, that it was funny and interesting as well as moving. Mark is a great storyteller and also helped our readers on the day. We couldn't recommend him more! We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect celebrant for our wedding in Bordeaux. From the very beginning, Mark brought warmth, professionalism, and a deep sense of care to every detail of our ceremony. He took the time to truly get to know us as a couple, and crafted a ceremony that felt personal, meaningful, and uniquely us. His presence on the day was calming and grounded, and he guided us—and our guests—through each moment with grace and sincerity. Whether it was weaving in our story, honoring family traditions, or simply setting the tone, Mark made our ceremony unforgettable. So many of our guests commented afterward on how beautiful and heartfelt the ceremony was. We wholeheartedly recommend Mark to anyone getting married in the Bordeaux region. Thank you for making our day so special! Mark brought so much personality and enjoyment to our ceremony along with a much needed sense of calm! We wanted a ceremony that was fun, light-hearted and entertaining and Mark encapsulated that perfectly. So many of our guests commented on how fantastic he was. We would highly recommend him to anyone! Thank you so so much again, you're so good at what you do!! The perfect celebrant for the perfect ceremony. Mark made us feel so comfortable and got to know us and our story really well. He provided so much energy, fun and great jokes as well on the day, and we got amazing feedback from all of our guests on him. We couldn’t recommend Mark highly enough as our wedding celebrant. From the very beginning, he spent so much time really getting to know us as a couple, listening to our story and what was most important to us. He put an incredible amount of effort into crafting a ceremony that truly reflected us, and it was presented so beautifully on the day. Mark’s professionalism and attention to detail really stood out, he looked the part, spoke with warmth and confidence, and told our story in such a meaningful way that it felt personal and unique. We especially appreciated the printed vows and paperwork he provided, which made lovely keepsakes to treasure. On the day itself, Mark was wonderfully organised, guiding us through everything so calmly and putting us completely at ease. He managed the flow of the ceremony perfectly and made it a genuinely enjoyable experience for us both. Thank you, Mark, for making our wedding ceremony so special, we’ll always be grateful for the role you played in our day. We just wanted to say a huge, huge thank you for the absolutely beautiful ceremony at the chateau. It honestly couldn’t have been more perfect. You made everything feel so personal, warm, and full of love— and it set the tone for the whole weekend. So many of our guests (in fact all of them) have told us how much they enjoyed it and how special it all felt. You really brought our story to life in such a thoughtful and natural way. We’re absolutely gutted it’s all over but we’re left with the most amazing memories and we’re so grateful to you for being such a big part of it. Mark was absolutely amazing as the Celebrant for our wedding. He truly made the ceremony so special and memorable. From the start he made us feel so comfortable in communicating our love story, and he helped us plan out a lovely ceremony when we were lacking in some ideas. He was so helpful, cheerful, and fun to work with; and we honestly couldn't recommend him enough. Thank you, Mark for helping to make our day so wonderful!! Mark is an absolutely fantastic celebrant, we couldn't recommend him highly enough! We chose him to officiate our wedding after getting on really well in an initial meeting and warming to his kind and charismatic personality. He created the most beautiful ceremony, completely tailored to what we wanted, and brilliantly organised. He brought both humour and gravitas to the ceremony and made the whole congregation feel very at ease - everyone was captivated by his every word. In the lead-up to the big day he was very helpful in providing lots of advice regarding each aspect of the ceremony as well as our personal vows. On the day itself, he was a calming influence to navigate pre-ceremony nerves/queries and then led the proceedings flawlessly with warmth and joy. He was a perfect fit to officiate such a special moment for us. Thank you mille fois Mark!! :) Mark is incredible and made our wedding so, so special! We cannot thank him enough for being there before, during, and after the wedding both by chatting with us and guiding us beforehand as well as leading us through the ceremony on the day. He took time to get to know us and create a ceremony perfect for us and our guests. So many of our guests came up to us afterwards telling us how incredible the ceremony was and, more specifically, how wonderful Mark was! We couldn't have done it without him. We were truly honored to have Mark as the celebrant for our special day. He made the entire process effortless and stress free, carefully listening to everything we wanted in our ceremony speech. Mark wove our story together so beautifully, creating a heartfelt ceremony that perfectly captured our love. Not a single person, including us, had a dry eye his words were so moving and genuine. We are beyond grateful to Mark for making our day unforgettable. He will always hold a special place in our hearts for the role he played in making our wedding so magical. Thank you, Mark! Mark was amazing! We contacted him pretty last minute but he was so easy going and we knew from our first meeting with him that he would be perfect for our wedding ceremony. He did wonderful getting to know us in such a short time and the ceremony was perfect. Our family was raving about him after the ceremony as well, we definitely recommend! Having Mark Rind as our celebrant on our wedding day was a true honour. The whole experience from our very first phone call with Mark was totally bespoke, welcoming and safe. We shared our love story over the following months and the ceremony script Mark presented us with was flawless. He captured our story so beautifully & it was so unique unlike any other ceremony I had heard before. Mark was so lovely on our wedding day visiting us both individually to make us feel comfortable and relive any nerves. Our ceremony was PERFECT and we had soooo many comments from guests on how special and unique it was plus how fantastic Mark is. A true professional & story teller, with a heart of gold. Any one would be lucky to have Mark as their celebrant on their special day. Wow…I really have no idea where to start in thanking Mark. He was brilliant, calming and an absolutely joy to be around. On the day but also the build up to the wedding. I think more or less every single guest commented on how amazing he was. Mark captured our story and everything surrounding the day just perfectly. We feel so so lucky to have had him as our celebrant. He felt just like apart of the family. Really cannot thank him enough. We were both so nervous on the morning but we both have said having mark there there made us feel so much at ease, especially for me in the morning when he came in to see me. It was so reassuring having him stood up there with us. I honestly couldn’t have picked or wanted anyone else up there with us on our special day. Thank you Mark for making it so special and being so wonderful. All of the time and effort you put in our wedding we will be forever grateful for. Ah where do I start with how amazing Mark is!? From the offset he was so professional and very detail orientated, which is perfect for an occasion so personal and special. Mark never skipped a beat with the detail, he made it his priority to gather as much information about my husband and I. Mark made us feel so comfortable and at ease, he was always there to answer any questions we had, he always had a plan b up his sleeve just in case anything went wrong (such as rain on the wedding day, my husband crying too much to read his vows etc.) his communication was flawless. Mark played such a huge and important part on our wedding day, he made sure guests were where they were supposed to be, my husband was where he was supposed to be at the right time along with all the groomsman and he even had time to pop up and check I was doing ok on the wedding morning and put any nerves at bay. Mark puts you at complete ease and is truly there to support you. Both myself and my husband were nervous, but having Mark there comforted us. The ceremony conducted by Mark was absolute perfection, all of our guests commented on how great he was. There was not a dry eye in the room during the ceremony even from laughing so much or crying with emotion. Mark made the ceremony simply magical and we can't thank him enough. Thank you for everything Mark! We just have to take a moment to celebrate Mark, who truly knocked it out of the park as our celebrant! From start to finish, he was nothing short of amazing, and we couldn’t be prouder to have had him lead our special day. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about how fantastic he was! Hearing so many people say how much they loved the ceremony really filled us with pride. Mark brought a perfect blend of professionalism and friendliness, making sure everything flowed smoothly while still keeping the atmosphere relaxed and joyful. In short, Mark is the kind of celebrant who makes you feel like you’re in the best hands possible. We’re so grateful to have had him with us on our big day and can’t recommend him highly enough to anyone looking for someone who truly cares and knows how to make a celebration unforgettable. Thank you, Mark—you made our day even more special! We knew from the moment we first spoke with Mark that we had found the perfect person for our wedding blessing. He was so involved throughout the whole journey from beginning to end. Mark gave us the most incredible ceremony that not only we loved but all our guests did too. All our family and friends said how brilliant he was. We can't thank Mark enough for being a part of our perfect day. We had Mark officiate our wedding at the Domaine D’Essendiéras last month and we couldn’t be happier with the service he provide, both prior to the day and on the day! He was exceptional from start to finish, would highly recommend him for a wedding in France. Our guests were blown away with his high energy and charisma during the ceremony, even on very hot day! Thankyou again Mark for everything you did for us! We’re still over the moon! Mark was the celebrant for the first ever wedding at Chateau De Laran and he was amazing! From the first time we met him, he was charismatic, approachable and kind. He guided us through the whole process and really made our wedding ceremony fun, loving and memorable. All of our guests commented on how good he was and we are so glad that we were able to have Mark as our wedding celebrant. We would 100% recommend him! We booked Mark very last minute as our wedding celebrant and he was amazing! With just 5 weeks notice, he managed to turn our wedding ceremony into something really special. Just after 1 phone call with Mark we felt a sense of relief we had chosen him. He was with us every step of the way and helped in every way he could. He even printed off our vows in a little booklet, which was a lovely keepsakes. Any questions we had, Mark had the answers. Everyone commented on how beautiful our ceremony was and how personal Mark made the ceremony. If you are thinking of booking Mark as your celebrant do it, you won’t regret it. Mark was absolutely incredible at our wedding. Literally all of our guests mentioned how much they enjoyed his presentation and thoughtfulness and said they had never heard a better wedding ceremony. I could not agree more... It was a pleasure working with Mark for our wedding and I highly recommend him for any event. Thanks again Mark for making our wedding a day we will always remember! Choosing Mark as our celebrant was one of the best decisions we could have made for our wedding! We absolutely loved the process of sharing our love story with him through a detailed questionnaire and video calls. Mark crafted the most beautiful, intimate ceremony with words and sentiments so personal to us. He is an absolute delight - warm, charismatic and so genuine. All our guests were asking where we found him! Thank you so much Mark for playing such an important part in our special day. We will cherish our ceremony script forever. What can we say!! Mark was amazing at our wedding event in France, he really did make the occasion very, very special and took an immense amount of time to get to know us and support us through bringing this all together. We cannot recommend him highly enough to make such an occasion even more special, relaxed and happy. Mark was excellent!!! He was the officiant for our wedding in May and made the event so special. I loved the amount of thought he put into the ceremony wording based on our conversations and a questionnaire. He was really there for us on the day too which was really comforting. The ceremony was the perfect mix of laughter and heartfelt moments. Highly highly recommend!! Thank you so much Mark!! Mark is an absolute gentleman! From day one when we spoke with him, he was so likeable, easy going and full of ideas and plans for us. He put together the most beautiful personal wedding ceremony for us, after spending time getting to know us both. We were so thankful to have him as part of our day. A huge thank you to Mark for being the celebrant on our wedding day. From the first call, through ceremony preparation, to the big day itself, it was a pleasure to work with Mark and share our story with him. Mark made us both feel comfortable from the beginning, was open to our thoughts & ideas for the ceremony, and then led the ceremony on the day perfectly. Don't hesitate to contact Mark if you are looking for a wedding celebrant! Thank you so so much. It was everything we wished for and more. Every single person at the wedding said how wonderful you were and how much they enjoyed the ceremony. Hi Mark! Finally settling down now as everyone has left…just wanted to take a moment to thank you for being a part of our wedding day, it was fantastic! Everyone came up to us after the ceremony saying that you did an amazing job. Thank you again, Thank you Mark for everything! You really did make the day perfect and we wouldn't have changed a thing. Thank you for all your efforts in making it happen! We've had so many people say how brilliant you were, so our view is certainly shared by our guests! Click here to return to Wedding Homepage

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Frequently asked questions Do you only create wedding ceremonies in France? No. The wonderful thing about being a wedding celebrant is that I can deliver ceremonies wherever I’m needed. So if you are looking for a wedding celebrant in the UK or throughout Europe, get in touch. Where did you train to be a celebrant? I trained with the Celebrant Circle in the UK. They are a leading celebrant training organisation who not only deliver exceptionally high quality training but who also champion the voice of independent celebrants and contribute to the improvement of professional standards within the industry at a National level. I've heard of a 'Humanist' Celebrant but not an ‘Independent’ Celebrant, what's the difference? As an Independent celebrant I am only governed by your wishes which means I can include anything you like in your wedding ceremony. A Humanist Celebrant will have certain constraints or may not be able to include certain elements, however as an Independent Celebrant anything is possible. So if you wish to include a prayer or religious reference you can. After all, it’s YOUR wedding so why be constrained? We’ve never heard of a celebrant and we’re a bit confused by what it all means. Can you explain? Yes I can!! Many couples come to me not knowing what a celebrant does or how a wedding ceremony can be so personal. 100% of those couples understand and are excited about the possibilities after they have a discovery video call with me. So, if you’re a bit confused, browse through my website and then get in touch to book a discovery call - I’m always happy to explain about my job and how I can craft your wedding ceremony into a perfectly unique celebration of your love story! Do you bring your own microphones/sound system for the ceremony? I have my own sound system with radio and handheld microphones which I can use for your ceremony free of charge. Most venues will include a sound system for the ceremony, but if not, I can provide one to ensure all your guests can hear me! Are your ceremonies legally binding? Not yet! The laws in the UK and France still require certain procedures are followed for a marriage to be legalised, and whilst these laws may soon change, currently a celebrant led ceremony is a symbolic ceremony with no legal status. Did you know that simple a legal marriage in the UK takes 6 minutes and costs about £40? This is why many couples choose to pop into the registry office, say a few words, collect their documents and then focus on their actual wedding day - their celebrant led wedding day. Do you liaise with our other suppliers for our wedding? Absolutely! Before your big day I will always contact your photographer and videographer to make sure they are aware of the contents of the ceremony so that they know when to get the best shots. If you have a planner I will be in consistent contact with them to ensure we are all working for the common goal - your day. If I haven’t been to your venue I will always contact them and if possible visit to see their ceremony space prior to your wedding day. If you are having live music during your ceremony I always like to make contact to ensure everything is as planned. My responsibility is for the smooth running of the ceremony on your day and working closely with other wedding professionals is part of my job. Is there any limit to what I can include in my ceremony? Absolutely not! Anything and everything is possible! I have a set fee which does not alter despite how many changes or additions you make to the ceremony. So, as the ceremony is created you don't have to worry about additional costs. How many weddings do you do in a day? Just yours! On your day, my focus is you! How much contact do you have with your couples? As much as you like! Once you book me I set up a WhatsApp group for the three of us so that you have immediate access to me throughout the process. We will arrange video calls at key points as the ceremony is created, but I’m always available on the phone, email or additional video calls whenever you need me. Are you legally allowed to work in France? Yes, I live in France and I have my ‘Carte de Sejour’ which means I am a French tax resident legally allowed to work in France. Since Brexit, British citizens must have a 'Carte de Sejour' or a working visa to be allowed to work in France.

Vow Renewals, Baby Naming, Elopements, Memorial Ceremonies in France Other Ceremonies The wonderful thing about an independent celebrant led ceremony is that the possibilities are endless! Perhaps you have a traditional ceremony in mind but you want to do somethin g different . Perhaps you want to mark a moment, honour a loved one or celebrate a life achievement but not quite sure how. Perhaps you are searching for an alternative to a religious ceremony but still want to mark the occasion. Then, perhaps, it is a celebrant led ceremony you are looking for. Below are some of the most popular ceremonies but really the sky's the limit - so get in touch, let's talk and let me inspire you with creative ideas! Baby Naming Traditionally a 'Christening' but now more meaningful, personal, playful and unique. Vow Renewals You're never too old to reaffirm your love, to celebrate your life together and toast the future! Elopements Need to get away? What fun! Mark the adventure with a ceremony to suit!

English speaking Wedding and Funeral Celebrant. Marriage and Funeral ceremonies throughout France. Unique Ceremonies for Unique Moments Our life's journey is structured around ceremony. Welcoming a life into the world, celebrating the love of two or saying farewell as a loved one departs us. These deeply personal and emotional moments are marked with a ceremony, sometimes traditional, but more often less so. An Independent Celebrant in France led ceremony offers you limitless possibilities. Perhaps you'd like to include a hint of the traditional, a drop of religion, a ritual from a different culture or perhaps, you are looking for something modern, never seen before and ground breaking! I say to all my clients simply this... ....Everything is possible. Your Celebrant in France I am an experienced Independent celebrant in France and I create and officiate unique ceremonies to mark all of life's occasions. Starting with a blank page I listen to the words of your Love stories and Life stories, and I weave them into a beautifully unique ceremony. Supporting you throughout with regular contact, ideas and inspiration I ensure you receive the perfect ceremony. Never copied, always bespoke. Click through to my wedding pages to discover more about my work as a professional wedding celebrant and how I create and officiate your unique wedding ceremony. "Never Copied, Always Bespoke" Wedding Ceremonies in France Weddings Discover more Funerals in France Whether it's difficult goodbyes or joyous celebrations of life, through listening and compassion I deliver a personal ceremony to honour the life departed Discover how I can help you here... Memorials & Funerals Discover more Other Ceremonies This list is endless and the possibilities are as broad as our imaginations! Vow Renewels Baby Naming Ceremonies Elopements... Discover more on my Other Ceremonies page Other Ceremonies Discover more Tel: +33 (0)7.87.71.61.77 Email: bonjour@markrindcelebrant.com

English speaking Funeral & memorial ceremonies in France. Heartfelt goodbyes, memorials and joyous celebrations of life. Testimonials Mark helped me and my family enormously following the death of my dad. Through all our emotional ups and downs Mark was calm, comforting and professional. The funeral service was a beautiful celebration of my dad's life with laughter and tears, made possible because of Mark. I am truly grateful to this wonderful caring man for being our strength and our voices at a time when we were struggling. I cannot recommend him highly enough. H.D. After the sudden loss of my mum’s husband and our step-father Andy, our family was overwhelmed with grief, unsure where to begin, and desperately trying to organise a funeral that felt right for him. From the very first email, Mark Rind was the reassurance we needed. He was sincere, caring, incredibly understanding, and guided us gently through every step with true professionalism and compassion. Mark was recommended to us by another celebrant who wasn’t available, and we are so grateful he was. Even though we contacted him late at night just a week before the funeral, Mark replied promptly and immediately put us at ease. He offered his sincere condolences and reassured us that everything would be okay, and not to worry about the funeral arrangements. From the very first moment we felt like we were in safe hands and didn’t have to worry about the funeral. Everything felt under control. He handled all communication with the crematorium, guided and organised the content of the funeral service, timings, music, imagery, and ensured everything ran smoothly on the day. Mark truly helped create the ceremony for Andy, us and his family and friends. Despite being based near Bordeaux, Mark was able to travel all the way to Cannes, Côte d'Azur to help us when we couldn’t find a local funeral celebrant who was available, responsive or felt like the right fit. From our first video call, it was clear Mark was the person we could trust. He asked all the right questions with sensitivity, compassion, and professionalism, helping us share memories and moments that he later used to craft a beautifully personalised and heartfelt ceremony. He captured Andy’s character perfectly - his humour, his achievements, his kindness - and delivered a service that brought both tears and smiles. Everyone who attended commented on what a lovely man Mark is and how fitting and touching the ceremony was. Mark’s communication was flawless: emails, WhatsApp, follow-up calls - he was always available and nothing was ever too much trouble. He sent us a full bespoke ceremony script to review and encouraged edits to ensure it truly reflected Andy. He even managed our music choices and kept everything running calmly and on time with the crematorium so our family could focus on remembering Andy, not on logistics. Mark’s professionalism, empathy, and dedication were outstanding. He offered thoughtful ideas and solutions to help create a unique and personal ceremony, and he handled every sensitive detail with genuine care. Knowing Mark was overseeing everything gave us peace of mind during one of the hardest moments of our lives. We cannot thank Mark enough for everything he did for our family. He delivered a beautiful and deeply meaningful ceremony for Andy, and we will always be grateful. We only wish we could have met him under different circumstances… he would have made a wonderful celebrant for happier occasions too. We would highly, highly recommend Mark Rind Wedding & Funeral Celebrant services to anyone needing an exceptional funeral celebrant delivered in English for an English Family living in the South of France. He was truly the right person for such an important moment, and we could not have wished for better support. J.W At a very difficult time following the death of my husband and feeling overwhelmed by everything that needed to be organised for the funeral, I came away from our first chat with Mark with such a feeling of relief that it was all going to be okay. Mark was understanding and sympathetic without being cloying. He has a perfect lightness of touch whilst at the same time working so hard to get everything just right. He was completely unfazed as we changed our minds about details right up until the last minute, the emphasis always being on what we, the family, wanted. I cannot recommend him highly enough. P.G Mark was absolutely wonderful as the celebrant at my father's memorial service. He was thoughtful and positive throughout, and extremely sensitive to the needs of my family. Mark made a difficult time easier, and I am grateful to him for being a part of my dad's story. K.G. Thank you so much for yesterday Mark, I thought you did a marvelous job. You obviously have a very caring nature which shines though. Again, I thank you. M.G. Mark was compassionate, caring and sympathetic. He listens and understands. Amazing person in an emotional traumatic time. Highly recommended. A.S. A heartfelt thank you for your help, advice, consolation and above all your patience with our constant questions, demands and changes regardless of time or day. You were our staff to lean on in our darkest hours. V.T. Dad and I were so pleased when we found Mark to be the Celebrant at my Mums funeral, and both knew Mum would have thoroughly approved! What he managed to create, from the medley of memories, information and ideas we wished to be incorporated, was a truly amazing gift. He managed to draw together the many different strands of Mums life into a wonderful memoir, incorporating laughter, reflections and the essence of what my Mum meant to all whose lives she touched. W.H. We must say a huge thank you for yesterday. It was a true celebration of G's life and whilst filled with pain, was full of joy and positivity. We have had many messages saying how wonderful the ceremony was - thank you. L.B . I cannot recommend Mark highly enough. I was persuaded it would be better to use Mark's services as a Celebrant. Best decision I ever made. He visited me at home and spoke a length about my husband and his life and Mark took everything in hand and liaised with the Funeral directors. Mark was considerate, kind and very professional - in fact I could not have made the a rrangements and outcome without his skills. Everything ran smoothly and he orchestrated the service better than could be expected. C.M Dear Mark , Myself and the family would like to thank you for the superb service you gave to us for B, and the invaluable help you gave me before in the lead up to the day. It was truly a celebration of B's life and although tears were shed they were tears of joy for a life well lived. M any thanks. S.G. Mark visited us at home and his natural warmth and kindness made us feel like we were talking to a friend and his reassurances left us feeling like a weight had been lifted from our shoulders. Mark helped us with practical arrangements at the crematorium, told us about local customs and always got back to us quickly about any questions we had about the funeral service, working over the weekend and seamlessly incorporating memories from other members of the family and last-minute thoughts to create a beautiful service and help us remember Dad the way he would have wanted. Thank you Mark. J.S-G. I worked with Mark on a funeral service and he was brilliant. Mark is clearly very passionate about what he does and this showed in the service that he put together. I found him to be very kind and compassionate and extremely easy to get along with. I was very impressed and I think in the future he will help a lot of families with what is a very difficult time in their lives.I would without doubt use Mark again. B.U. - Unwins Funeral Directors Mark was celebrant at my mum's funeral and he did an absolutely fabulous job! I cannot recommend him highly enough. He liaised with the funeral directors so that everything ran smoothly and orchestrated the service perfectly. F.B Un grand merci à vous Mark Rind pour votre accompagnement et pour ce bel hommage. Nous vous recommanderons ! ( Many thanks to you Mark Rind for your guidance and for this beautiful tribute. We will recommend you!) Pompes Funèbres Laborde Mark handled the situation we were faced with extremely professionally, leaving us confident from the outset that he would create an appropriate and beautiful funeral service for our loved ones, which he duly did. P.S.

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English speaking Wedding & Funeral Celebrant in France Mark Rind I am a highly experienced Professional Independent English Speaking Celebrant living in beautiful South West France. A skilled wordsmith, I am passionate about creating and delivering high quality and truly bespoke ceremonies. I originally trained as an actor working in Theatre, Film and TV. After moving into Theatre production, I discovered a passion for inspiring others and went on to work in many areas of formal and informal Education. Words, atmosphere and ceremony have always been part of my work whether on stage, writing or facilitating in others. Then France called! I took the plunge and I've never looked back. This glorious country has beauty in every corner. Living in an area surrounded by the vineyards and jaw dropping chateaux of SW France is inspiring on a daily basis. It is a privilege to be a celebrant in France. Whether it is creating a wedding ceremony to celebrate a couple's love story or discovering the life story of a loved one who has recently departed. Discovering the love stories and life stories of the couples and families I work with and guiding them through the toughest and happiest of times is a profound honour. My approach to my work as a celebrant in France is very much client led. The ceremonies I create are about you, not me! It is you who influences the content and as an Independent Celebrant I am very much open to including any element that you wish. So if it's a 'humanist' non-religious style you are looking for or wish to include a religious reference, a prayer, hymn or ritual....everything and anything is possible Gallery Wedding Testimonials Contact

English Speaking Funeral Celebrant in France Saying Goodbye in France Saying goodbye to a loved one is always difficult. Whether sudden or forseen the impact of loss and the waves of grief can be overwhelming. Often this is made harder by the additional need to navigate French regulations and procedures. As a professional English Funeral Celebrant living in France I hope to ease the process for you. Listening to your wishes, I create and deliver a unique ceremony whilst always supporting you as an additional link with the Funeral Directors. “Mark visited us at home and his natural warmth and kindness made us feel like we were talking to a friend an d his reassurances left us feeling like a weight had been lifted from our shoulders.” J S-G. Funeral ceremonies in France can be very different from those in the UK, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have the farewell you truly want for your loved one. As an experienced funeral celebrant in France, I create personal and meaningful funeral services that reflect the life, values, and wishes of the person you are honouring. Whether you prefer a traditional ceremony, a celebration of life, or a more intimate memorial service, I will listen carefully to your ideas, guide you through the process and craft a ceremony that meets all your wishes. How I support you As your funeral celebrant in France, I begin by meeting with you, usually in the comfort of your home, to talk about your loved one and the ceremony you wish for. During this time, I listen carefully to your ideas and learn about their Life Story: the happy memories, the milestones, the laughter, and the moments that made them who they were. Together, we will discuss the details that make the service personal, such as readings, poems, and music, and whether you would like me to write or deliver the Eulogy. As an independent celebrant, I offer complete flexibility: your ceremony can include traditional, spiritual, or religious elements, or it can be entirely non-religious. The choice is always yours. My role is to listen with empathy and create a deeply personal funeral ceremony that reflects your loved one’s life and values. After our meeting, I craft a bespoke ceremony, loving, respectful, and truly unique to the person being remembered. I always start with a blank page...every life is unique and deserves a unique ceremony. Never copied, always bespoke. “I cannot recommend Mark highly enough. I was persuaded it would be better to use Mark's services as a Celebrant. Best decision I ever made.” C.M. We will stay in contact and I will support you in the days leading up to the ceremony. I will liaise with the Funeral Director and Crematorium to ensure all the logistics for the ceremony are in order and that nothing has got 'lost in translation'. On the day of the Ceremony my support continues and I will be there to officiate the ceremony at the venue, liaise with venue staff and ensure everything runs smoothly. Click here to read the testimonials of the families I have helped Testimonials Services and Fees Full Funeral Ceremony including: home visit, unlimited contact, liaising with Funeral Directors and Funeral venue, writing and delivering a bespoke ceremony and Eulogy (if required) . Live webcast of the ceremony, if requested, and design of the Order of Service** €350* *Travel is included for all home visits within 50km of Monsegur 33580 and is included for ceremonies at the following Crematoria: Bergerac, Montusson, Merignac, Tonniens & Crematorium du Grand Villeneuvois. Other funeral/memorial venues and home visits are subject to additional travel costs to be agreed in advance. **printing costs are additional Make an Enquiry Useful Links These are some useful links which I hope will help you find information about funerals and procedures when a loved one dies in France Bereavement Support Network in France A wonderful service that offers detailed information and support Click Here Click here Understanding French Funerals, Burials and Cremations An informative website with lots of facts about dealing with a death in France. Click Here Click here Official British Embassy Advice Guidance from the British Government Foreign Office. Click Here Click here

English speaking officiant unique & bespoke marriage & wedding ceremonies in France. Bespoke Wedding Ceremonies in France... ...where everything and anything is possible Congratulations on your engagement! So you are getting married in France? How fabulous! You'll know by now that France has some utterly spectacular venues to celebrate your wedding day. From the sumptuous Chateaux to the Bijou Vineyards, the rustic farmhouses to the sun-kissed French riviera. "Sans toi, je ne suis rien" Without you, I am nothing Whether you have s ecured your venue yet or not, n ow is a great time to find a wedding celebrant in France that you both connect with to create and officiate your wedding cerem ony. Creating your Ceremony The most wonderful thing about creating wedding ceremonies in France are the variety of Love Stories that my couples come to me with. All love stories are unique and your love story deserves a unique ceremony. It's wonderful to discover the journey you have been on as a couple. The silly times you have shared, the emotional times, the times you have strengthened each other and of course the times you could have throttled each other! These are your stories to celebrate. As we develop our relationship through video calls and our private Whatsapp group, I discover your love story and your wishes for your ceremony and I spri nkle them onto the page to form your very personal bespoke wedding ceremony. " From the first time we met Mark, he was charismatic, approachable and kind. He guided us through the whole process and really made our wedding ceremony fun, loving and memorable. All of our guests commented on how good he was " P&M We will talk through your wishes for the ceremony and the variety of elements you could include, whether traditional or something more modern and unique. I'll guide you to make decisions on the ceremony contents; the exchange of rings (or bracelets...there are no rules!), music, readings/poems, spoken vows of commitment, certificate signing, symbolic rituals such as hand fastening, wine or sand ceremonies... the list of what you can include in your ceremony is endless and I look forward exploring all possibilities with you! I offer unlimited contact with me, so I am always here to answer your questions as your wedding plans develop or to provide inspiration and ideas. Anything can be included, Don't forget there are no rules! “Having Mark as our celebrant in France on our wedding day was a true honour. A true professional & story tel ler, with a heart of gold. Anyone would be lucky to have Mark as their celebrant on their special day.” O&S You may know exactly what you want for your ceremony, you may not have a clue or you maybe somewhere in between! I can help with creative ideas and offer inspiration when needed resulting in a truly unique ceremony leaving your guests saying 'that was the best wedding we've been to!'. As the ceremony takes shape I will share a draft script in advance for your approval. The creative process and style is very much influenced by you and your personalities, so we can make edits to the script as required. "Choosing Mark as our celebrant was one of the best decisions we could have made for our wedding! He is an absolute delight - warm, charismatic and so genuine." T&M Then, of course, I'm there to deliver your ceremony on your big day. As your celebrant in France my job is to ensure the ceremony is delivered to a high standard so I will always liaise with other relevant suppliers (musicians, photographer etc...) so that they are aware of the ceremony contents in advance. I always arrive 2 hours before your ceremony ensuring enough time to set up, prepare and, more importantly, come and see you both to make sure you are ok and to calm any nerves! By the time your big day comes you will have confidence knowing that you have someone you can trust to deliver your ceremony with the skill, warmth, gravitas and love filled laughter that your wedding ceremony deserves. “We feel so so lucky to have had Mark as our celebrant. I honestly couldn’t have picked or wanted anyone else up there with us on our special day. He felt like part of the family“” E&R Discovery Call & Availability Choosing the right wedding celebrant to officiate the union of your love is an important decision. I encourage all couples to book a no obligation, free video call with me to ensure that I am the right fit for you both. It's a great opportunity for us to meet, I can explain in detail how I work to create your personal wedding ceremony and you can ask all your questions! After which you will be able to make an informed decision as to whether I'm the right celebrant for you. To help your budgeting, I prefer, where possible, to include travel within my fee but it does depend on the location of your venue. So, drop me an email, a Whatsapp message or fill out the form on my contact page; let me know your date and venue and I can provide you with an accurate price and a link to my online calendar to book your discovery call. In the meantime, have a browse through my gallery or read the testimonials of couples who have entrusted me with their wedding ceremony in France. I'm looking forward to meeting you both and discovering your love story! Contact Gallery Wedding Testimonials Photo Credits on this page: www.lewismembery.com www.beckywrightweddingphotography.com www.nicomphoto.fr www.stephenliberge.com

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