Wonder | Ritual| Purpose
Life’s journey is filled with transitions -
some welcome, others unexpected.
Whether you’re celebrating love, navigating loss, searching for meaning, or seeking a deeper connection to yourself and the world,
you don’t have to walk alone.
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Meet David Linaker
David Linaker is a writer, thought leader, and mentor dedicated to exploring life’s deepest questions and helping others find meaning, connection, and inner peace. With a rich background as a former Christian minister and now an Independent Celebrant, David has spent decades guiding people through life’s most profound transitions—birth, marriage, loss, and renewal. His work weaves together wisdom from philosophy, psychology, and spirituality to support those seeking clarity and transformation.
David’s journey has taken him from the pulpit to the wider world, where he now mentors individuals through life’s challenges, offering compassionate insight and practical guidance. His books and teachings focus on soulful spirituality, conflict transformation, and embracing the adventure of personal growth.
Whether through his writing, one-on-one guidance, or the crafting of beautiful ceremonies, David creates a space for deep reflection, soulful connection and meaningful conversation. His approach is grounded in warmth, wisdom, and a belief that true fulfilment comes from living in a deep connection - with ourselves, with others, and with the world around us.
Explore David’s Work:
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Books – Thought-provoking explorations of spirituality, conflict, and personal growth.
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Personal Mentoring – Individual guidance for those seeking clarity and transformation.
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Celebrancy – Meaningful, heartfelt ceremonies for life’s transitions.
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YouTube – Conversations and insights on living with wisdom and intention.
CLIENT STORIES
David was fundamental in helping me unpick the overwhelming grief and shame surrounding a traumatic same sex parent bond. His support, empathy and kindness were critical factors in me being able to understand and process the damage, and to move forward in life with compassion and strength. He has helped me carve an open, loving path for the future that acknowledges yet closes the door on the trauma, leaving it in the past where it belongs. I feel very lucky to have found David and cannot recommend him highly enough.
Penny
I wanted to send a note to express me and our family’s gratitude for the expert way in which you conducted the service for our Dad. Unequivocally, everyone thought that you managed and delivered the service perfectly, capturing the essence of Dad and pitching your words to align with our eulogies. You found the perfect balance between humour and solemnity and lightened the day just the right amount. Your experience was clear to see and I am grateful that you were recommended to us
Glenn
David was truly wonderful - his ceremony was so well personalised to us, the occasion, and the location. He struck a perfect balance between treating the occasion with reverence and including moments of levity/humour. It wasn’t just us who loved it - every person we spoke to about that part of the day was effusive. We're so grateful to David and strongly recommend him to anyone looking for celebrant.
Ed & Megan