Becoming a funeral celebrant felt like a natural progression, it crossed over with my work supporting some people at the end of life and others grappling with bereavement.

As a humanist I have a natural world view. Living things, the planet and people are at the centre of my moral compass. I believe this is the one life we have and that it is important to live our lives as fully as we can and to support others to do so. I believe our immortality rests in the heart and memories of those who knew us. Inevitably, I chose to train as a humanist celebrant.

Believing that the non religious should be heard and supported in times of great change led me to volunteer with Humanists UK to pilot the provision of non-religious pastoral care in prisons. I went on to work as a pastoral carer in a hospital palliative care team. In that role I also conducted non religious funerals and memorials for the Trust.

I draw on the skills from my literary and theatre background to write, coordinate and deliver ceremonies.

There follow a few brief pages which will give you an idea of how we might approach things.

I would be happy if you called or emailed me to discuss your needs. It could help you decide if I am the celebrant with whom you’d like to work. If our discussion makes either of us think someone else might be better suited, or if I am not available, I will use my experience and knowledge of the network to help you find a trusted colleague.

07972 051 429
carrie.thomas@humanistceremonies.org.uk