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| The Art of Being - Sacred Ceremonies |
 If you have read my book, The Art of Being - 101 Ways to Practice Purpose in Your Life, you know I believe we are each on this planet to live conscious, intentional lives, finding and expressing our true purpose in everything we do. One of the primary ways to fulfill our life's purpose is to express and experience love through and by means of our relationships with others. Art of Being Sacred Ceremonies are designed and dedicated to assisting those who seek to incorporate "conscious love" grounded in spirituality as the foundation of a committed lifetime relationship.
Frequently asked questions regarding Art of Being Sacred Ceremonies:
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| WEDDING CEREMONIESPerforming hundreds of wedding ceremonies over the past twenty-plus years has offered me insights regarding relationships I would otherwise have never had. Since national statistics report that approximately forty percent of all marriages will end in divorce, couples considering marriage or entering into a committed relationship owe it to themselves to explore their deepest intent and motivation for entering into a lifetime commitment with another. Interestingly enough, of the weddings I have officiated, more than half were more concerned about the "wedding production" than the substance of commitments spoken by the participants during the ceremony. No doubt, everyone wants, and deserves, a beautiful wedding experience. And yet, a year or two later, what has held the healthy relationships together and allowed them to evolve are not the memories of the event, but the deepening awareness of what true partnership can look like when each partner is consciously aware of the spiritual significance of the choice they made to "be" together. Conscious relationships grounded in spiritual unity create and experience a depth of meaning and purpose that establishes a foundation for an authentic love that only grows deeper as it lifts the couple higher, both as individuals and as partners.
My desire is to officiate at only sacred ceremonies. The world needs more relationships that are conscious, where authentic, spiritually grounded love touches and heals lives. Where, if children are present, they can witness their parents being each other's best friend, living lives of wholeness, peace and joy, and handling the difficulties of life with grace. Performing Sacred Ceremonies is in part how I accomplish my purpose on this planet. What I will bring to your ceremony is all of me: My presence, my consciousness, my wisdom and my commitment to being fully invested in making your ceremony not only unique, but one in which the sacred partnership you are entering into will be the center point of the event. |
Are Art Of Being Sacred Ceremonies Religious?An Art of Being Sacred Ceremony is spiritual in nature, not religious. The silver thread of universal spirituality that one might find in most sacred traditions is woven throughout the ceremony. Therefore, while Art of Being Sacred Ceremonies are not "religious", people from every religious tradition have found that the spiritual nature of the ceremony transcends specific religious boundaries. |
What is involved in the process of creating a
Sacred Wedding Ceremony?While some couples may already be in the process of creating a sacred relationship and are ready to move forward with scheduling the ceremony, I encourage all couples to take time with me to explore their relationship and to deepen their clarity regarding what they desire as they enter into a lifetime partnership. To ask the questions: What will our daily relationship really be like after the excitement of this event is behind us? What is our vision of a life together as a couple? What values, goals and aspirations do we hold as individuals, as well as partners? With what philosophy of life shall we care for and raise our children? To the more mundane questions such as: What is our design taste for the home we will create together? What types of foods and recreational activities do we each like? These are just a few of the questions we will explore where two lives intersect and actually create a third entity called "sacred partnership". The integrity of this level of relationship requires clarity and safe, open communication. This is, in part, what comes with the Art of Being Wedding Ceremonies.
One might consider this a form of premarital counseling. I think of it more as mentoring by one who has created and is living a successful sacred relationship himself. The template for creating a flourishing partnership from which I work comes from my own life. At times, I might even ask my wife to sit in on our conversations. The depth of her insights and understanding of conscious relationship has helped create our own sacred partnership where open communication is a cornerstone in navigating the difficulties of life.
In the course of our conversations, we will also work at creating a ceremony that is both personal and meaningful to you. For those couples that may be creating a blended family from prior relationships, we can include the children in the ceremony, for they too are becoming part of your sacred partnership. My goal is to make your ceremony the most memorable and meaningful day of your entire life, so in a manner of speaking, you and I must enter into a partnership as well. Sacred Wedding Ceremonies include a series of four one-hour weekly sessions and the ceremony itself.* |
COMMITMENT CEREMONIESCommitment Ceremonies for couples seeking the same depth of meaning and purpose in their relationship without the formality of a legally sanctioned wedding are also available. The same basic guidelines that apply to a Wedding Ceremony also apply to a Commitment Ceremony.* |
RENEWAL OF VOWS CEREMONYThere is an interesting principle of growth that permeates all living things, both animate and inanimate, which is to "grow or die". The moment they cease growing they begin to slowly wither and die. Your relationship with your committed other is like a living, breathing organism. When you can envision your relationship in such a way, you will see the wisdom in honoring that growth and acknowledging the changes that have occurred over the years. You and your partner are not the same people you were when you first exchanged vows and entered into your relationship. The essence and nature of your relationship has changed. If you are in a committed, spiritual partnership and have grown as individuals over the years, undoubtedly your relationship has grown as well. The awareness and celebration of this change can only lead to even more healthy growth. This is why a Renewal of Vows celebration is so meaningful. It is an opportunity to celebrate the life path you have traveled together that brought you to where you are today. The Renewal of Vows declares the depth of your love and commitment to one another and your intention to continue growing as partners and best friends. This commitment to grow together is at the core of virtually every sacred relationship.* |
| * NOTE: Sacred Wedding Ceremonies include a series of four one-hour weekly sessions and the ceremony itself. For those who may live out of the area, telephone sessions are available. Weekly sessions and various Sacred Ceremonies are available separately and exclusively of each other, if desired.
For more information regarding available dates and fees for your Sacred Ceremony, please contact Diane@DennisMerrittJones.com.
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