Stories that touch the heart at moments that matter
Whether you are celebrating love or life together, or whether you are reflecting on a life that has passed, the most important moments in life call for a careful approach that shows commitment and empathy.
I will inspire you with ideas, which will help you create a perfect, highly personal ceremony
Your story
I love taking the time to hear your story, to shape it and tell it in a way that does justice to you and the occasion. I will inspire you with ideas, which will help you create a perfect, highly personal ceremony. One that you and the people around you will always remember.
First independent wedding celebrant
In 2005, I became the first independent wedding celebrant in the Netherlands. I have always had a desire to offer bridal couples a ceremony of quality and depth. I am a native Dutch speaker, but I am also proficient in English, which has made it possible for me to perform many English ceremonies. I also speak some German and French, but not enough to perform an entire ceremony. Nevertheless, I am able to devote a personal paragraph to guests who speak a different language. I will do my level best to welcome them in their own language.
What can I do for you?
Wedding ceremony
Wouldn’t it be beautiful if the ceremony were the beating heart of your wedding day? The ceremony will be a beautiful homage to your relationship. It will be personal, created with and for you. I will find the words that describe your relationship with each other and with the people around you. I will try to get to the essence of your story and tell it in all its colours. People may be moved to tears, but there will also be a lot of laughter.
Together we will create a unique celebration of your love. One that you will still remember long after your wedding day. In most cases I will be able to officially complete the wedding ceremony and wed you by law, for I am legally recognized to do so. If you don’t live in the Netherlands and neither of you is Dutch, it is possible to have a beautiful ceremonial wedding.
It could either take place in the Netherlands or abroad. I will bring certificates that can be signed, and your guests will not notice you only got married ceremonially.
Rates for a personal wedding ceremony by Pauline are starting from € 1,600.00.
Funeral ceremony
Preparing a funeral ceremony with a family is incredibly valuable, special and intimate. I will help you, as a family, to create a beautiful homage that will do justice to that special person you have lost.
On the day of the funeral, many people prefer to do as much as possible themselves. If you are unable to do so on this difficult day, I would be honoured to help you and tell the story on your behalf and lead the funeral ceremony. I am very conscientious and attentive, and I find it very important to take enough time to prepare the ceremony together with you, so that I know your story and I know what you want the day of the funeral to be like. It goes without saying that I would welcome working with the funeral director, who takes care of all practical affairs. My responsibility will merely be the funeral ceremony.
Rates for a personal funeral ceremony by Pauline Suidgeest are on request.
Speech
Memorable moments in life often call for a speech. This could be your vows or a speech at a wedding ceremony, a speech at a funeral ceremony, or it could just be a toast at the table. Not everyone is a natural speaker, but anyone can capture an audience and tell a meaningful story. It is a matter of preparing yourself well. Together we will compose your story. We will make sure it runs smoothly, with a captivating opening, a clear core and a brilliant ending. Giving a speech can be quite terrifying, but we can practice the speech together if you like. I would love to help you get through difficult moments with practical tips and turn your speech into a memorable one!
Rates for personal speech are starting from
€ 395,00.
Coaching one day officiant
You were asked to officiate the wedding of your friends. Congratulations with this prestigious but demanding job. It’s not just telling a story; your presence will determine the atmosphere of the wedding. Are you able to handle the stress and the emotions?
If you are looking for support so you can cope with flair and confidence you can book a coaching session in which I’m happy to share my experience, tips and tricks. After this session I will be at your disposal to guide you when you get stuck in writing the ceremony or have other questions.
Rates for coaching for one day officiant are starting from € 575,00.
Sweet words from bridal couples
‘Pauline has a perfect system. She is so caring and thoughtful, so she asks just the right questions to get to the heart of who you are as a couple. She then finds a way to tell your story that celebrates you in the most authentic way.
If you are wedding anywhere near Amsterdam and are looking for an officiant, Pauline is your best bet.
Hannah & Alex ‘
We still look back in joy to our wedding ceremony. She took us on a wonderful and very personal journey full of emotions, from making us laugh to bringing us to tears. Light hearted, and entertaining, at the same time serious, thoughtful and intimate.
Dear Pauline, we were very lucky that we met you and that you made our special day even more special. From both our hearts, Thank you!
Merry & Duc
The ceremony itself was incredibly personal, full of love for us, our families and friends, told our story, was inclusive to the point where Pauline addressed our parents in two different languages – we don’t say this lightly, but everything about it was perfect and we wouldn’t want to change anything. Thank you, Pauline, for making our day such a special one we will always remember fondly.
Daniela and Neil
Do you feel a yes?
Do you want a casual, unforgettable and incredibly beautiful wedding ceremony? Let’s meet quickly to hear your wishes and allergies and then I will tell you how we will achieve such a beautiful ceremony.
You can immediately plan a click conversation via this link or fill in the contact form.
I’m looking forward to it!
Warm regards,
