Rachel O’Hora Celebrant & Solemniser

Rachel O’Hora Celebrant & Solemniser Celebrant and Solemniser with Entheos: Community Ceremony Change. Please keep me in mind when considering a ceremony for any occasion!

What an honour it was yesterday to represent Entheos.ie | Ministry of Love 🌈 at 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🌈I got to Eyre Square, unsure...
09/08/2026

What an honour it was yesterday to represent Entheos.ie | Ministry of Love 🌈 at 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🌈

I got to Eyre Square, unsure whether I was in Galway or Rio, it was a feast for the senses! 🥁 💃🏻🕺

There was such a buzz in the city, Pride was definitely a protest! Between pro🇵🇸 chants and pro-🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️chants, it’s a wonder I have a voice left today!

Thank you lovely G for helping me to carry the banner, it was great to get to know you and hear your story too!

That’s Pride Number 4 of the her done for me, over and out until next #
✅ Dublin Pride
✅ Trans & Intersex Pride
✅ Cork Pride
✅ Galway Pride



💍✨ WEDDING WEDNESDAY ✨💍If your four-legged best friend has been part of your story, why shouldn’t they be part of your c...
05/08/2026

💍✨ WEDDING WEDNESDAY ✨💍

If your four-legged best friend has been part of your story, why shouldn’t they be part of your ceremony too? 🐾💛

I’m completely pet-friendly… although I should probably warn you that there’s a very real chance I’ll be distracted by a wagging tail or a wet nose before we get to the vows! 🐶

There are so many lovely ways to include your furry family member in your day:

🐾 A custom ring box attached to their collar or harness
🐾 A smart bow tie embroidered with your initials
🐾 A satin pillow or basket (with a trusted handler close by!)
🐾 A “Here Comes My Human” or “I Do Too!” bandana for a touch of fun
🐾 Leading the ceremony procession with a trusted handler before taking pride of place in the front row
🐾 Being included in your photographs, vows or a special mention during the ceremony

Our pets are family, and for many couples it wouldn’t feel right to celebrate without them there.

As your celebrant, I’m always happy to help find thoughtful ways to include every member of your family, whether they have two legs or four. 🌿

📲 Head to my Stories and vote:

🐶 Our pet is definitely invited!
🤔 We’d love to… if they’ll behave!

And now I have to know…

💬 Tell me your pet’s name below! I love hearing who’s making the guest list. 🐕🐈





One of the things I learn again and again as a celebrant is that grief is rarely straightforward.Today’s news of Glen Ha...
29/07/2026

One of the things I learn again and again as a celebrant is that grief is rarely straightforward.

Today’s news of Glen Hansard’s death has reminded me of that.

For many, his music marked milestones, heartbreaks, road trips, weddings and ordinary Tuesday evenings. His songs became woven into people’s lives, and the sadness people feel today is real. I once stood through an almost 4-hour gig in Whelans, after winning tickets on Today FM where the crowd were wondering how many verses there actually are in The Auld Triangle after bout 15 verses.

For others, today may feel much more complicated. Sometimes the person we mourn leaves behind not only a remarkable legacy, but difficult questions too.

As celebrants, we often witness this truth at funerals. A person’s life can contain generosity and flaws, kindness and hurt, joy and pain. Holding those truths together doesn’t diminish anyone’s grief; it simply honours the complexity of being human.

Today, my thoughts are with everyone who loved Glen Hansard and with his family as they navigate an unimaginable loss. They are also with anyone finding today unexpectedly difficult for reasons that may never be spoken aloud.

There is room for compassion without pretending life is simple. There is room for grief without insisting it looks the same for everyone. 🙏🏻

📸 courtesy of Irish Independent page.



You may have noticed that there were no Píosa Beag Gaeilge or Wedding Wednesday posts this week. Like many Mayopeople wh...
29/07/2026

You may have noticed that there were no Píosa Beag Gaeilge or Wedding Wednesday posts this week. Like many Mayopeople who were in a position to, I took a few days off. Still processing Sunday’s big win, when Sam came to Bohola today with Mayo GAA , I had to go to welcome him and thank the lads who have been with us through thick and thin. It was an incredible atmosphere, theres nothing quite like to bring communities together 💚❤️
I told and Cillian O’Connor how delighted I was for them in particular. They’ve had so much BS flung at them over the years, their dedication inspired the young guns I’m sure. Great to see them enjoying themselves and relaxing in The Village Inn after all their exertions. looks like he’s moving to Bohola, you’re welcome anytime Tommy! A special well done to Cian McHale from Moy Davitts GAA for bringing the team to Bohola, the population easily doubled in size today because of this!
My heart is full since Sunday, but it’s fit to burst now. Maigh Eo go deo! 💚❤️💚❤️💚❤️💚❤️💚❤️





💍✨ WEDDING WEDNESDAY ✨💍Your vows are one of the few moments in your wedding day where it’s just the two of you, speaking...
22/07/2026

💍✨ WEDDING WEDNESDAY ✨💍

Your vows are one of the few moments in your wedding day where it’s just the two of you, speaking from the heart. They don’t need to be perfect or poetic, they simply need to sound like you. 🌿

As your celebrant, one of my favourite parts of the journey is helping you find the words that tell your story with honesty, warmth, and intention.

Here are a few tips if you’re thinking of writing your own vows:

✨ Start the conversation during your discovery call so there’s plenty of time to reflect and write without pressure.

✨ Think about the moments that have shaped your relationship - the little memories often say the most.

✨ Make promises you truly mean. The most meaningful vows are the ones you’ll carry into your marriage.

✨ Write in your own voice. Your vows should sound like you, not someone else’s love story.

✨ Read them aloud before the big day; you’ll soon discover what flows naturally and what you’d like to change.

When couples book with me, I also share my Guide to Vow-Writing, packed with inspiration, practical tips, and gentle prompts to help you write vows that feel authentic, meaningful, and completely your own. 💛

📲 Head to my Stories and vote:
Will you be writing your own vows?

✨ Absolutely!
🌿 Still deciding

Because your ceremony should tell your story, and your vows are at the very heart of it.





15/07/2026

💍✨ WEDDING WEDNESDAY ✨💍

People often say to me, “I imagine weddings are the happy ceremonies… I don’t know how you do funerals.”

The truth is, every wedding ceremony carries a little of both.

Alongside the excitement and joy, there’s often someone a couple wishes could be there to witness their promises. A parent. A grandparent. A sibling. A friend. Although they may no longer be physically present, their love is often woven into the day in the most beautiful ways. 💖

One of the privileges of being a celebrant is helping couples find meaningful ways to honour those who are missed, while keeping the focus on the joy of the day.

Here are just a few ideas:

🕯️ Include a moment of remembrance or light a dedicated candle during the ceremony.

🪢 Weave a loved one’s tie, scarf, ribbon or a strip of meaningful fabric into your handfasting, symbolising that they remain part of your story.

💐 Carry or wear something that belonged to them, or include their favourite flower in your bouquet or buttonhole.

🎵 Choose a piece of music or a reading that reminds you of them.

💛 Reserve a seat in their honour, or include a quiet tribute in your ceremony booklet.

Remembrance doesn’t have to overshadow your wedding day. Instead, it can become a gentle reminder that love endures, and that those who have shaped our lives continue to walk beside us in the memories we carry.

📲 Head to my Stories and move the slider:
How important is it to you to honour a loved one during your ceremony? 💫

Because the people we miss are still part of our story, and there’s always room to remember them with love.





30/06/2026

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30/06/2026

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