If any of you can show just cause why they may not lawfully be married, speak now; or else forever hold your peace.
The Declaration of Consent Celebrant: Arlene, will you have this man to be your husband; to live together in the covenant of marriage? Will you love him, comfort him, honor and keep him, in sickness and in health; and, forsaking all others, be faithful to him as long as we both shall live? Arlene: I will. Celebrant: Brent, will you have this woman to be your wife; to live together in the covenant of marriage? Will you love her, comfort her, honor and keep her, in sickness and in health; forsaking all others, be faithful to her as long as you both shall live?
Brent: I will. Celebrant: Will all of you witnessing these promises do all in your power to uphold these two persons in their marriage? People: We Will.
People: And also with you. Celebrant: Let us pray. O gracious and ever living God, you have created us male and female in your image: Look mercifully upon this man and this woman who come to you seeking your blessing, and assist them with your grace, that with true fidelity and steadfast love they may honor and keep the promises and vows they make; through Jesus Christ our Savior, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever.
The Word of the Lord. Psalm 1Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain. Unless the Lord guards the city, the guard keeps watch in vain.
He shall not be put to shame when he speaks with his enemies in the gate. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; 6it does not rejoice in wrongdoing, but rejoices in the truth. But as for prophecies, they will come to an end; as for tongues, they will cease; as for knowledge, it will come to an end.
Now I know only in part; then I will know fully, even as I have been fully known. Where do you get that living water? The water that I will give will become in them a spring of water gushing up to eternal life. Blessings and Exchange of Rings Groom: In the Name of God, I, Brent, take you Arlene to be my wife, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better for worse, for richer for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, until we are parted by death.
This is my solemn vow. Bride: In the Name of God, I, Arlene take you, Brent, to be my husband, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, until we are parted by death. Celebrant: Bless, O Lord, these rings to be a sign of the vows by which this man and this woman have bound themselves to each other; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Celebrant: Now that Arlene and Brent have given themselves to each other by solemn vows, with the joining of hands and giving and receiving of rings, I pronounce that they are now husband and wife, in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Those whom God has joined together let no one put asunder. Each represents the separate journey that you Arlene, Brent, Delano and AJ once were on, as well as your friends and families who once were apart. Arlene, Brent and Delano will be asked to blend their individual containers of sand together And as the sand is blended into one container, your solitary journeys will now be one of companionship, as you walk a single path together into your future.
Lord Hear Our Prayer. For the parents of Arlene and Brent, for their friends and all who have helped them to become husband and wife. For the world and all its peoples that The Lord may bless them with his peace and the protection of his love. For our communities and families who welcome Christ into their lives that they may learn to receive him in the poor and suffering of this world.
For all who are victims of injustice and for those deprived of love and affection. For Arlene and Brent and for married couples everywhere that their lives will be an example to the world of unity, fidelity and love. For the faithful departed relatives of Arlene and Brent, we pray that God will one day unite us again in the joys of our eternal home.
Gracious God, your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, poured fourth blessings on the Wedding of Cana, look with kindness on Arlene and Brent as they begin their lives as one in the presence of your Church. May they cherish one another and be heartened by your love. Through them, may your church be blessed. We ask this through Christ Our Lord.
The Blessing of the Marriage O God, you have so consecrated the covenant of marriage that in it is represented the spiritual unity between Christ and his Church: Send therefore your blessings upon these your servants, that they may so love, honor and cherish each other in faithfulness and patience, in wisdom and true Godliness, that their home may be a haven of blessings and peace, through Jesus Christ Our Lord, who lives and reigns with and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit, bless, preserve, and keep you: The Lord mercifully with his favor look upon you, and fill you with all spiritual benediction and grace; that you may faithfully live together in this life, and in the age to come have life everlasting. Post Communion Prayer O God, the giver of all that is true and lovely and gracious: We give you thanks for binding us together in these holy mysteries of the body and blood of your Son Jesus Christ.
Grant that by your Holy Spirit, Arlene and Brent, now joined in Holy Matrimony may become one in heart and soul, love in fidelity and peace and obtain those eternal joys prepared for all who love you; for the sake of Jesus Christ Our Lord. All: Amen. Hear our prayers for Mark and Laura. With faith in you and in each other, they pledge their love today. May their lives always bear witness to the reality of that love.
Religious Wedding Programs Samples Here we have put together samples and templates of wedding programs for various religions. This stems from the story of Jacob who married the wrong sister, being easily tricked because she was veiled. It is a canopy under which the couple will stand during the wedding ceremony. The couple will walk to the chuppah to perform their rites.
The Kiddushin Betrothal Though the term for betrothal in Hebrew, in a Jewish marriage, the kiddushin serves as the first part of the marriage ceremony. The giving and acceptance of the wedding ring Similar to the exchange of rings in a traditional wedding. The groom places the ring on the index finger of his bride. Reading of the Ketubah The reading of the ketubah, which is the Jewish marriage contract outlining the rights and responsibilities of the couple in their marriage.
Nissuin Marriage Blessing This is the second part of the marriage, which comes with a blessing for the couple to start their lives together. The Breaking of the Glass This actional finalizes the marriage covenant. The couple is now married. Exit Yichud Togetherness The couple exit to a yichud, which is a private room watched over by two witnesses, where they can rest, eat and be together for the first time after their wedding.
Seudat Mitzvah Wedding Meal Celebratory, festive meal, much like the wedding reception for a traditional wedding or the celebration of a bar mitzvah. Page 1 Baraat Welcome Arrival of the groom to the wedding venue, accompanied by a procession of his friends and family.
Mahr The groom gives the bride the mahr, which is a part of the contract. Nikahnama Consent and signing of the contract, and the announcement of the Agd-Nikah the written marriage contract Page 2 Sermon The marriage sermon, given by the Muslim officiant conducting the nikah. Relevant Quranic verses and prayers. Blessing the Groom He is blessed by the older women, and he offers his greetings salaam. Reception Dinner, after which the couple sit together for the first time.
Welcoming the Bride The bride enters her new home as her mother-in-law holds the Quran over her head. Chauthi The bride visits the home of her parents on the fourth day after the wedding. She is given a joyous welcome. Depending on the other colors of your theme, consider what color you want to use when writing on your leaves so that it all ties together.
Ways to Display: Put bows on the end of the leaves and hang them from the back of chairs or place them on every chair for your guests, just beware of a strong gust of wind!
Chalkboard signs have become really popular in recent years and adding a few key details can help yours stand out. One element to consider adding is special illustrations that bring certain parts of the day to life such as an outline of the chapel, a sketch of a cocktail glass, or an illustration of the venue. You might also consider adding your wedding hashtag or wedding monogram to your chalkboard. Ways to Display: Think about displaying your chalkboard on an easel or in a tabletop frame near the ceremony entrance, so guests can read it on the way into the venue.
For added elegance, consider draping flowers over the top of your chalkboard sign or using an ornate frame to surround your chalkboard. Outline the order of events on a simple wood sign and hang it near the ceremony entrance so guests will see it as they arrive.
A wood sign is perfect for a more rustic or outdoorsy wedding — perhaps a barn wedding or one by a lake. Ways to Display: Your wooden sign can be placed on an easel or propped up against a table, depending on the size. If you are hanging your sign, you can use twine, ribbon, silk string, or whatever else matches your wedding vibe. Handkerchiefs printed with an outline of the wedding ceremony can be used for happy tears and make a lovely keepsake favor. These delicate favors are especially nice for a more classic wedding.
Ways to Display: As guests arrive at the wedding, have the handkerchiefs delicately hanging with tiny clothespins from a cord, so guests can choose their own. You might also roll them up, tie them with a ribbon, and put them in baskets for guests to take one. An awesome way to help guests get to know your wedding-party VIPs a bit better is stationery that includes fun illustrations and a brief bio for each member.
Ways to Display: Roll these up like scrolls and tie them with a colorful ribbon that matches the wedding theme. Instead of passing out printed stationery, display a billowy linen panel calligraphed with details of the ceremony. You can use greenery or colorful flowers placed around the linen to add some contrast.
You can also select a linen that ties in with your wedding decor. Here's how: First, work with your parish to plan your wedding liturgy. Do not use this wedding program as a planning tool. See the Catholic wedding planning section for information on planning your wedding liturgy, and the Outline of a Catholic wedding within Mass for an explanation of the parts of the wedding Mass.
Select the text that follows and paste it into a word processing program. Modify the text to fit your wedding. There is no "standard" Catholic wedding program, so you may want to delete all but the major elements from this sample wedding program in order to shorten it. On the other hand, you may want to add the assembly's responses, for example, or instructions regarding when to stand, sit, or kneel; you can find these elements in Outline of a Catholic wedding within Mass.
If the service music is not available in your parish's hymnal, you may wish to insert it directly into the program. If you do so, you will need to obtain permission from the copyright holder with the help of your parish. For additional tips on creating and printing your program, see Creating a wedding program. Please join the choir on the refrain.
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