Welcome friend,
I’m Amy - an Interfaith Minister & Funeral Director offering beautiful, creative and deeply personal ceremonies that reflect your beliefs and speak your heart-language. I bring a passion for doing death differently and specialise in crafting bespoke, meaningful funerals in hidden nooks across the Blue Mountains. I also host the monthly Blue Mountains Death Café.
With a background spanning 20+ years in theatre, music & the arts - my creativity and celebrancy are interwoven in devotion to your unique story. Whether at a time of unspeakable loss, deep transition or a loved up celebration - witnessing each other in life’s most precious moments is what brings meaning to our lives. Get in touch to start dreaming into your perfect ceremony.
Sacred Ceremony: made just for you.
Ceremony & Rituals
Whether it’s celebrating new beginnings, crossing a threshold into new chapters, or grieving the end of a life, humans have always gathered to mark the moments that matter. I’m passionate about hand-crafting bespoke ceremony that is tailored to your unique story.
Serving the Blue Mountains
A born and bred Blue Mountains gal, I bring a deep understanding of the Blue Mountains community. I craft ceremonies that embrace the abundant creativity of our close-knit community and incorporates the stunning natural beauty of our local landscape.
Death & Grief Events
I offer Death Cafés and creative Grief Workshops as spaces for honest conversations & gentle support. Whether you’re navigating loss, exploring your own mortality, or simply seeking a place to learn, these gatherings weave beauty and connection around life’s hardest moments.
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Testimonials
I pour my full heart and soul into each and every ceremony I craft - but don’t just take my word for it, here’s what some happy darlings have to say about our work together:
Blue Mountains Death Café
UPCOMING 2025 DATES:
20th Nov + 11th Dec
Join us for some cake & a cuppa at RoseyRavelston Books in Lawson, as we talk openly about all things death, dying, grief and life.
All welcome.
Always free of charge.
Delicious cake guaranteed.
UPCOMING EVENTS & WORKSHOPS
Blog: Moments Of Meaning
Gentle Guides for Tough Times
21 Stunning Locations For A Beautiful Farewell
When choosing a funeral venue, many people don’t realise they can think beyond the standard chapels, crematoriums and churches. Here in the Blue Mountains on Dharug & Gundungurra Country, we are blessed with an abundance of unique and breathtaking spaces perfect for hosting a deeply personal and memorable farewell.
A Gentle Guide For When The Ashes Come Home
I’ve come to understand that there are moments in grief that catch us off guard. One of those moments is when I knock on your door holding the ashes of your loved one. This quiet exchange is often more emotional than people expect. This gentle guide offers 3 simple ways to allow this moment to feel supported.
How To Write A Eulogy: 6 Tips to Bring Their Story To Life
Odd confession: I love writing eulogies. I’m mindful that this isn’t the case for most people. Writing a eulogy can feel like a very daunting task - how do you capture an entire lifetime in just a few minutes? Here are my tried & tested six tips to craft something that feels alive with the unique, brilliant essence of your person.
FOLLOW THE LOVE ON INSTAGRAM | @amyfirthministry
In this podcast episode with Catherine Ashton, I reflect on my journey as an interfaith minister and funeral director, and what it really means to “do death differently.” From barefoot backyard funerals to community Death Cafés, I share how ritual can hold truth, grief, and healing in all their complexity.