Hi, I'm Oliver

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Naming ceremonies are wonderful.

I just love kids and helping their parents celebrate the amazing fact of the existence of their children. I remember well, the excitement and wonder of the arrival of my own children and then my grandchildren.

What I offer

A ceremony that is totally tailored to your child or children. It’s all about them, who and what they are and what they mean to you.

A ceremony that also involves any sisters and brothers, grandparents, uncles, aunts and special friends. They are all an essential part of your child’s life-long support network of love and guidance.

A ceremony that does it just how you want it - with poems, promises, stories, music, song and a whole lot more.

Every child deserves to be personally welcomed into its family and into the world with a ceremony that is both memorable and meaningful.

So, expect joy, laughter, warmth, commitment, fun and maybe even a few tears.

Let me inspire you.Give me a call.

“Thank you for all your hard work in delivering the most touching and personal naming ceremony for Lila. We are so lucky to have had you present for some of our most meaningful family milestones (wedding and first naming) – there’s no-one we’d feel in better hands with.” 

— Ed & Mohini

“Thank you so much for everything. We had a wonderful day and it was one we’ll never forget. The ceremony itself couldn’t have gone better and exceeded all our expectations. You found the perfect balance between formality and humour whilst making everyone feel very relaxed. You really struck a chord with our families as well which means a lot.”  

— Gemma & Will

“Tilly’s Naming Ceremony was even better than we’d hoped – it just felt so special and intimate and a wonderful occasion celebrating her arrival. As with our wedding, your tone was absolutely perfect.”

— Sarah & Henri

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Oliver Murphy

Where I work

London and the South East

Fees from...

Fluent in

Spanish

How to contact me
Email

oliver.celebrant@gmail.com

Phone

07802 242983

Website

humanist.org.uk/olivermurphy

HUMANIST CEREMONIES™ is the network of more than 550 celebrants, trained by national charity Humanists UK to a gold standard to provide memorable and meaningful humanist ceremonies to non-religious people. Operating throughout England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands, we deliver authentic, tailor-made and heartfelt ceremonies for life’s key moments. They are always inclusive and welcoming, regardless of the beliefs of those attending.

You can trust Humanist Ceremonies celebrants: We are DBS-checked, fully insured, and regularly peer reviewed for quality assurance. We are committed to a code of conduct, and have a transparent and robust complaints process in the rare case of a problem. We all pay a monthly fee to Humanists UK to further support the work of the charity, and are part of a regional network for like-minded celebrants for support and learning.

Humanist naming ceremonies

A humanist naming ceremony is a joyous event, and the perfect opportunity to gather friends and family to welcome your child into the world, with no reference to religion. It focuses on the child, their future and the circle of love and support around them, offering a sincere and personal alternative to a christening or other religious ceremony.