Celebrating Life’s Journey ®
The Procession-
The Convocation-Introduction, Welcome, why we are here-
The Invocation-The prayer that sets the sacred space-
The Address-Usually a reading from a sacred text or other meaningful text, and some sharing of what the ceremony means specifically for you as individuals, partners and members of the community-
Readings-One or two readings chosen by you and read by the Minister or one of your friends or family members-
The Question of Intent/Consent-a legal requirement, indicates you agree to marry-
The Vows-Written or chosen by you, declaring your intent, values you want to live by, vows to each other-
The Blessing/Explanation of the Rings-
Ring Exchange vows-
Music-Chosen and arranged by you (optional)
The Minister’s Blessing-
The Silent Blessing-The Minister asks that each member of the celebration add his or her blessings for the couple silently (optional)
The Pronouncement of Marriage-
The Kiss-
The Introduction-
The Benediction-a closing prayer-
