This is the beginning of your wedding! Hooray you're getting married! In this section I must use your full legal names. This is basically a statement of your intention to be married in front of witnesses.
Option 1
We are gathered here today in the company of friends and family to witness the joining together of Bride and Groom in marriage. Marriage is a contract established between two people in love. This agreement is a lifelong commitment and will be witnessed by all present today. Today Bride and Groom will make a public profession of their love to one another.
Who is giving this bride in marriage?
Option 2
Welcome. A wedding is such a wonderful occasion, filled with hopes, dreams and excitement. We are here today to celebrate the love that Bride and Groom have for each other, and to recognize and witness their decision to journey forward in their lives as partners. We are gathered to support them as they embark upon their voyage of discovery as husband and wife.
Who is giving this bride in marriage?
Option 3
Welcome to the beginning of your new life together. We are gathered here on this beautiful day to celebrate the love Bride and Groom have for each other and to witness them join in marriage.
Who is giving this bride in marriage?
Option 4
We are gathered here today in the presence of friends and family to join Bride and Groom in marriage. In the time they have spent together their love and understanding has grown, and now they have decided to share their lives together as a married couple. Marriage is not to be entered lightly, but reverently with respect and consideration for each other and for yourselves.
Who is giving this bride in marriage?
Option 5
Option 5
Welcome. The story of your life together is yours to write. All those present have come to witness and celebrate your love and commitment this day - eager to be a part of a story not yet told. Bride and Groom: Today you entered as individuals, but you
will leave here as husband and wife, blending your lives, expanding your family
ties, and embarking upon a grand adventure of human interaction.
Who is giving this bride in marriage?
(The bride does not have to be given away. She can walk down the aisle by herself if that’s her choice. Even if she is escorted we don’t have to ask this question if that is your preference.)
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