Order of Service
Opening
Lighting of the Candles
Seating of the Family
(Entrance of Groom and Groomsmen)
Processional
(Entrance of Bridal Attendants)
Bridal March
The Marriage Ceremony
Welcome
Presentation of the Bride
Traditional or Modern
Ric's Message
Exchange of Vows Traditional or Modern
Blessing & Exchange of Rings
Unity ceremony
Candle Ceremony
Wine Ceremony
Sand Ceremony
Family Unity Ceremony for Children
Mexican Lasso Ceremony
Jumping the Broom Ceremony
Bowl Ceremony
Scripture or Poem Reading Readings
Prayer / Blessing Minister's Prayer
Declaration of Marriage
The Kiss
Rose Ceremony View
The Introduction
Recessional
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Opening
Lighting of the Candles
Seating of the Family
(Entrance of Groom and Groomsmen)
Processional
(Entrance of Bridal Attendants)
Bridal March
The Marriage Ceremony
Welcome
Presentation of the Bride
Traditional or Modern
Ric's Message
Exchange of Vows Traditional or Modern
Blessing & Exchange of Rings
Unity ceremony
Candle Ceremony
Wine Ceremony
Sand Ceremony
Family Unity Ceremony for Children
Mexican Lasso Ceremony
Jumping the Broom Ceremony
Bowl Ceremony
Scripture or Poem Reading Readings
Prayer / Blessing Minister's Prayer
Declaration of Marriage
The Kiss
Rose Ceremony View
The Introduction
Recessional
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thing, and obtaineth the favor of the Lord."
Prov. 18:22
Order of seating is
Groom's Grandparents,
Bride's Grandparent's,
Groom's Parents and then
Bride's Mother.
Groom's Grandparents,
Bride's Grandparent's,
Groom's Parents and then
Bride's Mother.
The Minister will go in first, followed by
the Groom and the Groomsmen and
take their places with the Groomsman
facing the Groom and the guests.
the Groom and the Groomsmen and
take their places with the Groomsman
facing the Groom and the guests.
At this point the Processional
music begins.
The outside Bridesmaid enters
first, followed by the others.
They are followed by the Maid of
Honor. They will stand mirroring
the Groomsmen. Ring Bearer is
next followed by the Flower Girl.
music begins.
The outside Bridesmaid enters
first, followed by the others.
They are followed by the Maid of
Honor. They will stand mirroring
the Groomsmen. Ring Bearer is
next followed by the Flower Girl.
After everyone is in their place, the
music will change to the Wedding
March and the Bride enters with
her escort on her left.
In all escorting situations, including
ushers, fathers and grooms, the
gentleman always offers his right
arm to the one he is escorting.
music will change to the Wedding
March and the Bride enters with
her escort on her left.
In all escorting situations, including
ushers, fathers and grooms, the
gentleman always offers his right
arm to the one he is escorting.
Minister announces the
purpose of the gathering,
welcomes the guests and
introduces the bride and
groom.
purpose of the gathering,
welcomes the guests and
introduces the bride and
groom.
The Presentation is when the bride is
presented for marriage by her parent
or parents (the familiar, "Who gives
this woman").
presented for marriage by her parent
or parents (the familiar, "Who gives
this woman").
This is the part that sets me apart
from your other Officiant choices.
This is where I will tell a story to the
audience of your great love for
each other, the great blessings and
joys you have to look forward to in
marriage and the value and
benefits of marriage. I will discuss
the seriousness of the event and
the vows being promised.
Remarks can include traditional
religious references, or not, as you
prefer.
from your other Officiant choices.
This is where I will tell a story to the
audience of your great love for
each other, the great blessings and
joys you have to look forward to in
marriage and the value and
benefits of marriage. I will discuss
the seriousness of the event and
the vows being promised.
Remarks can include traditional
religious references, or not, as you
prefer.
The bride and groom individually
affirm their commitment to one
another, in response to questions
posed by the Minister; the responses
usually take the form of "I do" and
repeating the "for better or worse"
vows.
affirm their commitment to one
another, in response to questions
posed by the Minister; the responses
usually take the form of "I do" and
repeating the "for better or worse"
vows.
The couple, usually repeating
phrases at the Minister's direction,
declare their commitment to one
another and place a wedding ring
on the hand of each other.
phrases at the Minister's direction,
declare their commitment to one
another and place a wedding ring
on the hand of each other.
This can be read by the Minister or
by friends or family if you would like
to include them in the service.
Romantic readings and favorite
songs can be a nice addition to the
ceremony.
by friends or family if you would like
to include them in the service.
Romantic readings and favorite
songs can be a nice addition to the
ceremony.
Minister pronounces the couple
Husband and Wife.
Husband and Wife.
Minister indicating that the groom
may "kiss the bride,"
may "kiss the bride,"
The bride and groom exchange two
roses, symbolizing the giving and
receiving of their love for each other
throughout their entire married life.
The Rose Ceremony also conveys
how to use the rose and its
symbolism in difficult times in order
to forgive each other.
roses, symbolizing the giving and
receiving of their love for each other
throughout their entire married life.
The Rose Ceremony also conveys
how to use the rose and its
symbolism in difficult times in order
to forgive each other.
The Minister "introducing" the
newly married couple to the
guests as Mr. and Mrs.
newly married couple to the
guests as Mr. and Mrs.
Recessional music begins as Bride
and Groom leave first, followed by
flower girl, ring bearer, Best Man
and Maid of Honor, followed by
pairs of Groomsmen and
Bridesmaids. Bride's parents,
Groom's parents, Bride's
Grandparents and Groom's
grandparents follow.
and Groom leave first, followed by
flower girl, ring bearer, Best Man
and Maid of Honor, followed by
pairs of Groomsmen and
Bridesmaids. Bride's parents,
Groom's parents, Bride's
Grandparents and Groom's
grandparents follow.
| Ric Justiss Signature Classic Wedding Ceremony |
| Words from the Bride: A few people have asked me does it feel any different now that I am married? I reply honestly by saying "no, apart from the warm glow I feel inside and the secret smile that plays on my lips, at the thought of being William’s wife, things are just the same." Passing our friends and family as I walked down the aisle, I was grinning from ear to ear and much of the ceremony was a blur to me. Within minutes it was all over and I had become William’s wife. We had opted for a basic, simple ceremony. I of course blubbed at the right moment, when I was supposed to be reciting my vows, alternating between tears and laughter but managed to get it all right. And now I am married, and the happiest girl in the world. |
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| First Song Begins / Start off with a non traditional wedding song, some great love song, that says to the audience, "this is a celebration of Love." |
| Perfect place for musical solo or to insert a special song. |
| The Perfect Wedding Make your wedding perfect by doing it your way. Below you will find the most popular elements of traditional weddings today. You may choose, add or eliminate according to your preferences. It is your day, so do it your way. I am totally committed to exceeding your dreams about the perfect wedding ceremony for you. I do not just perform ceremonies, but help you to create the ceremony that is unique to you. On the reservation form, you will be asked to indicate which of the following elements of the wedding service you would like to include. You certainly can change your mind, but it will give us a good starting point in designing your service. I will coordinate and work with your attendants, family, friends, service providers and site coordinators to make sure there is a smooth flow from before the ceremony starts to its conclusion. This is the time for you to relax! This is your day on the red carpet, to be honored and celebrated, and I will do my best to make it perfect. |
