Chante JVR

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Our officiant is one of the members of my theatre club as well as having been an officiant for years. We’re very lucky he’s handling the whole ceremony. Others might not be so lucky.

Below is a general wedding officiant script that you can use as a starting point for your officiant, whether that be a friend or a beloved family member. Feel free to personalize it and make adjustments to fit your preferences and beliefs as a couple.

[Opening]

Good [morning/afternoon/evening], everyone! We are gathered here today to celebrate the love and union of [Partner 1’s Name] and [Partner 2’s Name]. This joyous occasion marks the beginning of their journey together as life partners and soulmates.

Before we proceed, let us take a moment to acknowledge the friends and family who have come from near and far to witness and support this special union. Today, we come together not only to honour the love between [Partner 1’s Name] and [Partner 2’s Name] but also to celebrate the love that surrounds them, which has shaped and nurtured them into the incredible individuals they are today.

[Address to the Couple]

[Partner 1’s Name] and [Partner 2’s Name], today, you stand before your loved ones, ready to embark on a lifelong commitment to each other. You have chosen each other as life partners, and you are about to make promises that will bind your hearts and souls together forever.

Marriage is a profound and sacred bond, a journey that requires love, patience, and understanding. It is a partnership built on trust and mutual respect. Through the highs and lows, laughter and tears, may your love for each other only grow stronger with time.

Today, you declare your love and dedication in the presence of your cherished friends and family. Remember that marriage is not just about the moments we share here today but also about the countless moments that make up everyday life. Cherish and honour each one of those moments, for they will shape the tapestry of your life together.

[Vows]

[Partner 1’s Name], do you take [Partner 2’s Name] to be your lawfully wedded [husband/wife/partner], to love, cherish, and support, in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health, for all the days of your life?

[Partner 1’s Vows]

[Partner 2’s Name], do you take [Partner 1’s Name] to be your lawfully wedded [husband/wife/partner], to love, cherish, and support, in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health, for all the days of your life?

[Partner 2’s Vows]

[Ring Exchange]

Now, please exchange the rings as a symbol of your love and commitment to each other. Let these rings remind you that you are always connected, even when physically apart, and that you have each other’s unwavering support and love.

[Ring Exchange]

[Pronouncement]

Having witnessed your vows and the exchange of rings, it is my honour and delight to pronounce you [husband and wife/partners for life]. You may now seal your union with a kiss.

[Kiss]

[Literary Reading/Optional]

(Optional: At this point, you may include a reading or a passage from a favourite book, poem, or religious text that holds special meaning for the couple.)

[Blessing/Charge]

[Optional: A blessing or charge can be given to the couple, invoking well wishes for their future together.]

[Closure]

Ladies and gentlemen, family, and friends, it is my pleasure to introduce to you for the first time, Mr./Mrs. [Partner 1’s Last Name] and Mr./Mrs. [Partner 2’s Last Name]. May your love continue to flourish, and your journey together be filled with joy, laughter, and endless love.

Please join me in celebrating this beautiful union!

[Recessional]

(Optional: Add any final announcements or instructions for the recessional.)