Compass Rose Celebrations

Compass Rose Celebrations At Compass Rose, Reverend Dennis strives to provide non-denominational, spiritually based ceremonies for marriage/ civil union and celebrations of life.

Like way points on a map that guide us to where we are going or show us where we have been in the world there are spiritual and emotional milestones in our lives that signify where we have been and where we wish to go in life. These are the moments that become monuments and shape who we are. As a minister of over 9 years it is my goal to provide unique and memorable ceremonies that bring people t

ogether in times of celebration and to help find closure and reason to celebrate in times of sorrow. I consider myself to be a hopeful romantic in that I believe in true, enduring, ever lasting love and in that belief I am hopeless to ever change my way of thinking. At this time I will be only be conducting the ceremonies requested and will not be involved in the planning aspect but this will change in the future as Compass Rose evolves and grows. Having, recently, been close to giving my own commitment of forever I understand the hardships people face in new and even more established relationships and will also provide guidance and counseling services if requested. It is my long term goal to conduct remote ceremonies- remember that first mountain you climbed together and the view from the summit? Or your favorite wilderness camping spot? Or even the place with the most amazing sunrise or sunset? I want to take you back to the places that mean the most to you and give you the opportunity to commit to each other there, where your love bloomed. I also want to provide unique, one off experiences that you do not see everyday- flash mob ceremonies or in extreme environments such as sky diving, bungee jumping, hot air balloon or whatever else you can dream up.

03/08/2015

Today marks the first anniversary of the first wedding that I conducted. Happy Anniversary to Bryan and Jerrica Shaw!

03/10/2014

i performed my first wedding yesterday. it was a small, "flash mob" style ceremony complete with the bride being brought in on a harley, in the park right next to the truckee river in downtown Reno. The ceremony went off without a hitch or any casualties so i consider it a success. I will post video and pics as they are made available to me... congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Shaw!

03/05/2014

Scripting Saturday's ceremony... still lot's to do...

02/08/2014

the date for my niece, jerrica's wedding has been set! work to do, work to do!

02/05/2014

Nine Wedding traditions from around the world.
Every culture has traditional marriage rituals, from the Bulgarian throwing of figs at the departing newlyweds, to the seating of a doll on the bride and groom's wedding table (Puerto Rican). Here are a few rituals to celebrate your heritage that you may not even have known about:
African-American
Jumping the broom. Since African slaves were not permitted to marry in America, they would make a public declaration of their love and commitment by jumping over a broom to the beat of drums. The broom has since come to symbolize the newlywed act of setting up home.
Chinese
The color of love and joy in China is red, so during the ceremony the couple drink wine and honey from goblets tied together with red string. Find out more Chinese wedding traditions here.
French
The couple often drinks the reception toast from an engraved two-handled cup -- the coupe de marriage.
German
The bride carries salt and bread in her pocket to ensure bounty; the groom carries grain, for wealth and good fortune.
Indian
The groom's brother sprinkles flower petals over the couple at the end of the ceremony to ward off evil.
Japanese
The couple takes nine sips of sake, becoming husband and wife after the first sip.
Mexican
A traditional pinata is fun reception entertainment -- especially for kids! A sweet addition: Guests often form a heart-shaped ring around the couple before their first newlywed dance.
Polish
For village weddings, friends weave a crown of rosemary leaves, symbolizing remembrance, for the bride.
Turkey
Before the bride walks down the aisle, she asks her single bridesmaids and relatives to sign the sole of her bridal shoes. After a night of dancing and prancing, tradition states that the person's signature who has faded the most will be the next to marry.
Incorporating one of these acts into your ceremony is a great way to add originality, as well as to pay a special tribute to your background and heritage.
-- The Knot

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