The inclusion of children from a previous marriage in the wedding ceremony is an important event in celebrating the new family. Here is a sample ceremony that can be formatted to fit your individual situation. Officiant: As we give thanks [to God] for the love which brings [name] and [name] together, so too, we recognize the merging of…
With its historic origins in Spain, the wedding lasso is a rope, cord or double rosary in the form of a figure 8, the infinity symbol which is placed over the heads of the wedding couple after they have exchanged their vows at the end of the ceremony. This is done either by the officiant or friends or family members designated as sponsors.…
Unity Coins are a contemporary version of the traditional wedding coins called Arras Coins in the Philippines and Spain and are used throughout the world in many cultures. The thirteen coins, either gold or silver in color, represent the universal tenets of marriage; Love, Trust, Commitment, Respect, Joy, Happiness, Harmony, Wisdom,…
Here is a sample ceremony that was written to include the mother of the bride and mother of the groom. [name] and [name] today you have agreed to share the rest of your lives together as a married couple. But long before today your parents provided you with a foundation of love and caring which has brought you to this point. At this…
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The Handfasting Ceremony is an ancient Celtic tradition symbolizing the joining of two people in marriage. There are many versions of this gesture illustrating the union of husband and wife and is the origin of the phrase "tying the knot". Whether you're Irish or not, you may want to include Handfasting Ribbons in your ceremony as a…
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Thank you to Missy and Aaron for allowing us to reprint a portion of their wedding ceremony. The two were married on the beach and honored the groom's heritage by incorporating an Indian Wedding Vase , purchased from My Spiritual Wedding. Missy and Aaron's Indian Wedding Ceremony May I have your attention please. As…
A week or two before a couple is married, the… read more
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If you've lost a parent beloved grandparent, or friend, a brief memorial of them at your wedding is a fitting way to acknowledge their presence with you spiritually, and in your hearts. In the ceremony you can honor one or two specific people, or you can ask your officiant to structure part of the ceremony to include a general acknowledgment…
W.C. Field's advice not with-standing "Never work with pets or children", many people want their pets to participate in their weddings. After all, they are part of the family and should be included. To help make pet participation more charming, following these 5 simple guidelines will help avoid chaos and catastrophe. Know your pet. Is…
Sharing wine from a Unity or Kiddush Cup during your ceremony symbolizes unity, companionship and the sharing of one life. In the Jewish tradition the couple drinks from a Kiddush cup, while the unity cup is an appropriate celebration for couples of any denomination or belief. The cup can be as simple as a piece of inexpensive stemware, or…
Since the 15th century it has been common for… read more
Indian Wedding Baskets tell the Native American creation story in colorful symbols. Believing the first people emerged from the center of Mother Earth, the center of a wedding basket is an open space in the shape of a circle, star or petal. Moving outward and upward from the center are dark shapes representing clouds or…
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In a Traditional Scottish Wedding, after the couple has been pronounced Husband and Wife, the ancient Scottish tradition of Pinning The Tartan takes place. If the bride is marrying into the Groom’s clan the mother of the groom comes forward with a sash or a piece of the tartan and either drapes the sash over the…