Sarah Donovan – Humanist Celebrant and Solemniser
Cork, Nationwide
Kildare, Nationwide
Carlow, Nationwide
Laois, Nationwide
Kilkenny, Nationwide
Waterford, Nationwide
Kerry, Nationwide
Tipperary, Nationwide
- 5.0 ( 31 - Reviews )
About
Hailing from Kilkenny, I have made Cork my home for over 15 years with my wife Louise, and two lurchers. I sing with Choral Con Fusion and play ukulele with Shandon Ukulele Ensemble. I am a vegan, love gardening and am an active member of the Cork Humanist group. Having studied Theology in college, I taught for 17 years in a secondary school in Dublin, followed by 10 years in Adult Education in Cork. Today, I celebrate life’s milestones as a Humanist Celebrant accredited by the Humanist Association.
As a Humanist celebrant, I specialize in creating non-religious, legal wedding ceremonies that center on your unique love story and shared values. Unlike traditional religious ceremonies, a Humanist wedding with me is truly personal and can take place at a time convenient for you. I craft tailored ceremonies that reflect your journey, making your celebration meaningful and inclusive.
In your ceremony, we can include readings, music, and personal vows that genuinely reflect who you are as a couple. You may choose to incorporate symbolic rituals like Celtic Hand Fasting, Drinking from a Quaich, or a Sand Ceremony to represent your new union. I also welcome including children, family members, friends, and even pets to make it a warm, joyful celebration.
If you want to celebrate your love story your way, I’m here to help make it happen. Let’s create a ceremony that truly reflects your values and your love. Contact me now if you’d like a chat.
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Karyn Coogan
Words cannot express how thankful we both are to Sara.
Where do I start? From the moment we got engaged we knew we wanted a secular service for our wedding. I found Sara online after much much research. From the first meeting we knew she was the right person to help up celebrate our special day. She took the time to reply to every email and made sure our ceremony aligned with our values. Our theme of inclusion and family was interwoven into every element of the ceremony. We had an unexpected bereavement just before the wedding. Sara was on hand to rework everything so that those affected were still included in the day. The feedback from our guests included how Sara had everyone at ease on the day. There was so much praise for her bag of magic! The offer of sunscreen on one of the hottest days of the year was really appreciated. And on a personal level having pints of ice water available for us both was much much appreciated. Words cannot express how thankful we both are to Sara. She was fundamental in making August 2nd 2025 as one of the happiest days of our lives . Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. The Coogans
Doris Murphy
If you’re looking for someone to bring real love and warmth to your wedding, we'd highly recommend Sarah.
From the moment we met Sarah Donovan, we felt completely at ease. She has a rare ability to combine warmth, humour, sincerity, and professionalism, and she used it to craft a ceremony that was not only joyful but also deeply personal and true to who we are. We met Sarah a number of times and she took the time to truly understand our love story, always asking thoughtful questions which helped us find the perfect words for each other on our wedding day. On the day, she was a calm, reassuring presence. She guided us through the vows, hand fasting, and candle lighting with such ease, weaving everything together into a natural flow of laughter, happy tears, and even some sad tears with a genuine connection. Our guests were full of praise, with many saying it was the most heartfelt and inclusive ceremony they had ever witnessed. Sarah told our love story with such care and charm that it felt as though she had known us for years. She created a space filled with love, kindness, meaning, and joy, leaving us with memories we’ll treasure forever. If you’re looking for someone to bring real love and warmth to your wedding, we'd highly recommend Sarah.
Cathal Synnott
Sarah brought the perfect balance of warmth, humour, and reverence to our wedding ceremony.
Sarah brought the perfect balance of warmth, humour, and reverence to our wedding ceremony. She understood not only the joy and celebration of the day but also the deeper meaning behind the commitment we were making. Her calm presence and thoughtful guidance made us feel completely safe and supported from start to finish. We couldn't have asked for a more meaningful or beautifully delivered ceremony. Sandra & Cathal