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Gayle Duncan Jacobsen

April 18, 2010by Fuze Admin

Gayle Duncan Jacobsen

Gayle is available to conduct Weddings, Civil Partnerships, Vow Renewals & Funeral Ceremonies.

Gayle was inspired to become a celebrant having attended Humanist weddings and funerals of family and friends. Currently specialising in funerals, affirmations and vow renewals, Gayle brings her unique touch to celebrations with a passion for creating personalised and heartfelt ceremonies.

Gayle's approach is deeply rooted in her belief that every individual deserves a ceremony that reflects their unique journey and values. Her warm and engaging presence ensures that each event is crafted with care, attention to detail, and a touch of creativity. Whether you're seeking a traditional ceremony or something more unconventional, Gayle works closely with you to bring your vision to life. She excels in creating ceremonies that are authentic and full of emotion. Her clients praise her for her ability to listen intently, her empathy, and her knack for making everyone feel included and valued. For a ceremony that is as unique as you are, trust Gayle to make your special day truly unforgettable.

Gayle has a management background in Banking, Finance and more recently within the NHS. The skills that she has built up over the years have made her an excellent people person and she has a passion for finding out about people, storytelling and talking which makes being a Celebrant an excellent vocation for her.

Gayle is based in East Lothian and covers Edinburgh & Lothian and the Scottish Borders.

You can contact Gayle on gayleduncanjacobsen@fuzeceremonies.co.uk or you can see more of Gayle on Facebook and Instagram

Zoë Bell-Arnot

April 18, 2010by Fuze Admin

Zoë Bell-Arnot

Zoë is available to conduct Weddings, Civil Partnerships, Vow Renewals, Baby Naming and Funeral Ceremonies

Zoë started her business when she was 18 years old. After competing from an early age and being lucky enough to realise her ambition as a dancer she wanted to pass on her knowledge to others. With a passion for dance and teaching, she began her first dance school with 14 students. Over 27 years her talented students and her drive for them to be the best that they could be amassed to around 460 students and 3 schools within Glasgow. Annual performances were held in venues across Glasgow, including the Clyde Auditorium and the Theatre Royal. With her drive and love of dance, she earned 14 diplomas in her dance career with distinctions which led her to become an adjudicator and lecturer.

In the latter part of her career Zoë wanted her local community to gain from movement and dance and set up her own studio. Over a period of 5 years, she held weekly classes for those who were living with dementia, receiving treatment post/pre-surgery, and for people who were living with chronic pain to help aid their recovery or simply to be able to meet with others and share their experiences which in turn helped with their overall wellbeing. Another great opportunity arose 2 years ago to create specialised dance classes for East Dunbartonshire Carers Link, a funded initiative that allows carers to have a little respite which operated a weekly basis.

After experiencing the loss of loved ones and friends Zoë decided to begin her journey to qualify as a celebrant as she believed that the most important aspect of the service is the people involved and their story. Whether this was to celebrate their life story, a new life, or a joining of two lives together.

In September 2023 Zoë joined a fantastic local whisky distillery as a tour ambassador to enable her to become comfortable in a speaking role. She meets so many people from different walks of life, ages, and nationalities and now relays stories and historical facts on a weekly basis. This new love came as a surprise, who knew that the whisky industry was so complex and enthralling?

Zoë s other loves are her husband, 2 teenage children and her bearded collie Clyde. She loves to travel to see and experience different places and cultures that the world has to offer with her family when she can, and her hobbies are beekeeping, swimming, and reading.

Zoë loves to hear stories of other people's lives and wishes to capture the essence of this and reiterate it to their loved ones and friends. She feels extremely lucky to be in a position to be able to do this and also very privileged to be part of other people’s special days.

Zoë is based in Glasgow and covers Argyll & Bute, Ayrshire, Dumfries & Galloway, East Renfrewshire & Renfrewshire, Edinburgh & Lothian, Glasgow City & East /West Dunbartonshire, Scottish Borders, and Stirlingshire.

You can contact Zoë on zoebellarnot@fuzeceremonies.co.uk

Terry Currie

April 18, 2010by Fuze Admin

Terry Currie

Terry is available to conduct Weddings, Civil Partnerships, Vow Renewals & Funeral Ceremonies.

After attending a few Humanist ceremonies, something clicked for Terry. He found himself drawn to the values at the heart of Humanism. Kindness, fairness, inclusion, and the belief that we shape our own lives through compassion and connection. It didn’t take long for him to realise: this is me. That’s when he decided to train as a Celebrant.

Terry believes in a world where everyone’s voice matters - where human rights, free speech, and democracy aren’t just ideals, but essentials. His values have grown and deepened over the years, shaped by life experience and a natural instinct to care for others. He’s the kind of person who brings warmth into a room without trying. He is naturally thoughtful, gentle, and genuinely kind.

His career path has been as varied as it’s been people-focused: from social care to retail, hospitality to finance. And for over two decades, he’s also volunteered in his local community, always finding ways to support and uplift those around him. Whether it’s chatting over a cuppa or helping someone through a tough time, Terry knows how to connect and how to listen.

He understands that everyone’s journey is different. Our passions shift, our dreams evolve, and what brings us joy can change with time. That’s why Terry approaches each ceremony with fresh eyes and an open heart. He’s got the skills, the empathy, and the experience to craft something truly special. A ceremony that feels personal, meaningful, and unforgettable.

With Terry, you’re not just getting a Celebrant. You’re getting someone who cares deeply about getting it right. Someone who’ll take the time to understand what matters most to you and reflect that with respect, warmth, and professionalism.

Terry is based in Ayrshire and covers Ayrshire, East Renfrewshire & Renfrewshire, Edinburgh & Lothian, Glasgow City & East /West Dunbartonshire and North & South Lanarkshire, but is happy to travel further afield within Scotland on prior agreement.

You can contact Terry on terrycurrie@fuzeceremonies.co.uk

Gayle Docherty

April 18, 2010by Fuze Admin

Gayle Docherty, Celebrant

Gayle is available for Vow Renewals & Baby Naming, and Funeral Ceremonies

Gayle is based in Stirling and covers Aberdeenshire & Moray, Ayrshire, Dumfries & Galloway, East Renfrewshire & Renfrewshire, Edinburgh & Lothian, Glasgow City & East /West Dunbartonshire, Inverness-shire, North & South Lanarkshire, Perthshire, Fife & Angus, Scottish Borders, and Stirlingshire

Gayle has always loved hearing the stories of people’s lives – where they were born and brought up, how couples met, trips they have taken that they refer back to for years to come, and moments of laughter and sadness that they carry with them. Gayle believes each turn of someone’s life can change the direction of their future, and being asked to pull this together for a Humanist Ceremony is something Gayle thrives on. Gayle focuses on keeping everything as personal as possible and telling the story of a life or lives.

Becoming a Humanist Celebrant was something Gayle was always interested in, but the moment had to be right, and when her daughter got engaged, that was the sign she needed. Putting the story of people’s lives to paper and bringing it all to life is something Gayle will never get bored of or take for granted. With each ceremony, she strives to represent those involved as best she can. Gayle is intrigued with life stories and believes there is no role like this. She loves finding out information about people where the phrase “never judge a book by its cover” is never more appropriate.

Gayle was raised in the Outer Hebrides and loves the outdoors. She is now based in Stirling, the heart of Scotland, and takes advantage of the vast open space available to walk and run in when she gets the chance. Gayle can talk for hours about her cat and loves to travel at any opportunity with her partner Robert. She has two grown-up children, both of whom are making their own way in the world, and she could not be prouder of them.

Gayle says ‘It is a huge honour to be asked to conduct a life moment, and I take that very seriously.’

You can contact Gayle on gayledocherty@fuzeceremonies.co.uk or you can see more of Gayle on: Facebook , Instagram and YouTube

Christine Carruth

April 18, 2010by Fuze Admin

Christine Carruth, Celebrant

Christine is available for Weddings, Civil Partnerships, Vow Renewals, Baby Naming and Funeral Ceremonies

Christine is based in Renfrewshire and covers Argyll & Bute, Ayrshire, East Renfrewshire & Renfrewshire, Glasgow City & East /West Dunbartonshire, and North & South Lanarkshire

Christine would love to be able to guide and support you through those memorable days and times of your life. It doesn’t matter what those may be – a wedding, naming day or saying goodbye to someone you have loved– she will be there to help you process your thoughts and create a celebration that is both empathetic and reflects you, your personality and your values.

As a primary school teacher in her local community for 25 years, Christine thrives on getting to know people and bringing the best out of them. She believes in equality and supports people in their drive to equal opportunities for themselves and others. At the same time, Christine celebrates diversity, and all of this is what motivated her to become a Humanist Celebrant. She just enjoys being around people and listening to their stories.

Personally, Christine enjoys travelling, cooking/eating, and is always looking for a challenge. A couple of years ago, she walked the Northumberland Coastal Path to celebrate a “big” birthday.

Christine is a country girl at heart. She grew up in the Ayrshire countryside and now lives on a farm in Renfrewshire with her husband and two teenage children. She can be found there normally chasing the dog around the garden, trying to retrieve something it shouldn’t really have.

You can contact Christine on christinecarruth@fuzeceremonies.co.uk or you can see more of Christine on: Facebook and , Instagram

Michael Hines-Mackay

April 8, 2010by Fuze Admin

Michael Hines-Mackay"There are few days more wonderful to be found than celebrating your special day and to be part of that experience is a great privilege and honour".

Michael is available to conduct Renewal of Vows & Naming Ceremonies.

Everyone’s ceremony is unique and personal and Michael firmly believes that should be reflected in the ceremony and the way in which you wish to celebrate.

From the first steps of tailoring your ceremony to taking you through the big day with creativity and calm, Michael is a highly skilled public speaker and writer.

Michael has worked in the creative industries for many years and is used to working with people, looking after all the aspects of your big day, from first meetings to final best wishes and will create a bespoke ceremony for you.

Michael is based in Glasgow and covers Ayrshire, East Renfrewshire & Renfrewshire, Glasgow City & East/West Dunbartonshire, North and South Lanarkshire and Stirlingshire.

You can contact Michael on michaelhinesmackay@fuzeceremonies.co.uk

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