Officiant: Welcome
We are gathered here today to witness the coming together of two people, ________And_________ whose hearts and spirits are entwined as one.
Every marriage is unique and special. But all marriages thrive on love and understanding. When we marry, we freely give everything we have, and in the end we get much more in return. That quite simply, is the true definition of love.
This is a union not to be entered into lightly. It is a sacred commitment between two people responsible only unto each other, held true by their own free will and their individual ideas of values and beliefs. Love is one of the greatest experiences that we as humans can have, but it is when love is combined with real friendship that both are infinitely enhanced.
________ And ___________ have found in each other a relationship in which each person’s individuality is enhanced by the other, where each person can express his or her emotions without fear of being judged; a relationship where they openly share not only the joys of their successes, but also the sorrows of their failures; a relationship filled with mutual trust, respect and love. They are two individuals, living one life together.
You are now taking into your care and keeping the happiness of the one person in the world whom you love best. You are adding to your life not only the affection of each other, but also the companionship and blessing of a deep trust as well. You are agreeing to share strength, responsibilities and to share love
Marriage is a beautiful tribute of your faith in each other. Henceforth you belong to entirely each other. You will be one in mind, one in heart, and one in affection.
Whatever sacrifices you may have to make to preserve this common life, always make them generously. May then, this love in which you have joined your hands and hearts today, never fail but grow deeper and stronger as the years go on.
Officiant:
And so I now ask of you:
__________, are the vows in which you are about to take of your own free will and consent.
Groom(s): Yes
Officiant:
And so now I ask of you:
____________, are the vows in which you are about to take of your own free will and consent.
Bride(s): Yes
Officiant:
Exchange of Vows:
Turning to the Groom(s):
Do you __________take __________ to be your Wife? Do you promise to love her without reservation, honor and respect her, comfort her in times of sorrow, encourage her to achieve all of her goals, laugh with her, cry with her, grow with her spirit, always be open and honest with her and be with her for as long as you both shall live?
(Response - I Do)
Turning to the Bride(s):
Do you __________ take __________ to be your Husband? Do you promise to love him without reservation, honor and respect him, comfort him in times of sorrow, encourage him to achieve all of his goals, laugh with him, cry with him, grow with his spirit, always be open and honest with him and be with him for as long as you both shall live?
(Response - I Do)
Exchange of Rings:
Officiant:
Rings are a symbol of the unbroken circle of love. Love given freely has no beginning and no end. May these rings always remind you of this day and your never-ending love. May the beauty of these rings represent a love glowing with increasing luster through the years.
Officiant: __________please repeat after me. While placing the ring on _________finger:
I give you this ring; wear it with love and joy. As this ring has no end, neither shall my love for you. I choose you to be my wife this day and every day.
Officiant: _____________ please repeat after me. While placing the ring on _____________ finger:
I give you this ring; wear it with love and joy. As this ring has no end, neither shall my love for you. I choose you to be my husband this day and every day.
Closing Words:
Officiant:
Here life is touched by love and love by life, radiating
joy like the warmth from fire. Here now, between ________and _________, lies hidden all the future of their lives together.
May that future be blessed with deepening love. May they trust each other wholly, as they trust themselves, so that together they are equal to the needs of their tomorrows. May they be at home wherever they dwell, and gather wisdom from all the seasons of their lives.
As you have consented together to be bound to one another in marriage. You have made special promises to each other which have been symbolized by the joining of hands, taking of vows and by giving and receiving rings.
By the authority vested in me by the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
I have the pleasure to pronounce you:
