Hello and Welcome to Celebrating You!
Hello and welcome to my website! I’m Paula McDonnell of Celebrating You – a fully qualified Independent Celebrant based in Sheffield. If you are looking for a celebrant to help you mark a significant occasion in your lives, then I would love to help you celebrate…
When I asked people who know me well to describe me, they came back with; welcoming, patient, funny, creative, dedicated, empathetic and an amazing listener.
I truly believe that it is an honour to be given the opportunity to help people to celebrate, during their most emotional and memorable life events, in the way that is right for them. Working with my clients during life’s key moments is a privilege in my book and one which demands great care and commitment.
I am based in Sheffield but I am happy to work with clients anywhere; thankfully, the ability to have online meetings facilitates this.
Please read on to find out more about me, check out what my previous clients have to say about my work, and see whether you think I will be the right celebrant for celebrating you!
Ceremony Services
Weddings
"Marriage is a mosaic you build with your spouse. Millions of tiny moments that create your love story."
Naming Ceremonies
"Every child is a different kind of flower, and all together make this world a beautiful garden."
Bespoke Ceremonies
“Celebrate the varied splendour in this world, and remind yourself that it can also be found in you.”
What People Say...
Paula is simply amazing at what she does! She is kind, compassionate, funny - and just altogether wonderful! Her efficiency and professionalism is second to none. I would recommend her unreservedly, for any ceremony you are planning.
Jillian Churchill
Absolutely brilliant service. We were amazed at the amount of research and effort that Paula want to, to make our ceremony so personal and special. A day that we will never forget.
Victoria and Lianne
Paula is a wonderfully warm, enthusiastic and imaginative Celebrant whose writing ability and delivery skills are absolutely first class.
Rebecca Waldron
Paula is a magical Celebrant, full of Life and colour. She creates amazing personal ceremonies and I've no hesitation in recommending her. You won't be disappointed.
Anna Bushell
Paula was suggested to us by our funeral directors and she was appointed to do the service that celebrated my dad's life. From the first initial meeting until her last contact following the service Paula was wonderful.
Did you know?...
… that a celebrant has no restrictions to adhere to, in terms of the content, style or location of your ceremony? Your ceremony can therefore be completely personalised and held wherever you choose. Whether you are celebrating a wedding, birth, new beginning or a life well lived, I would be delighted to help make your ceremony just right. Your uniqueness… your individuality… your story.
Get in Touch...
Being able to meet people and work with them during life’s key moments is such a privilege, and I would love to hear from you and discuss the ceremony you are planning. Please do get in touch for a friendly, no-obligation chat.
