Traditional Christian Wedding Ceremony Script

Traditional Christian Wedding Ceremony Script
B_______________ = Brides First Name G_______________ = Grooms First Name
Processional
Play Introductory Music
The Welcome Statement
Celebrant: Dearly beloved, we meet here today to witness a sacred ceremony in the union
of B_______________ and G_______________. With great respect, we come together to
celebrate the love and devotion shared by these two children of God. We are undoubtedly
blessed to be joined today by family and friends. B_______________ and
G_______________ are honored that you could be here to participate in this important
moment in their lives.
As the Bible states in Corinthians, “If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries
and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but if I do not have love, I
am nothing.”
Over the course of their relationship, B_______________ and G_______________ have

developed a strong bond based on shared values and mutual respect and compassion for
one another. With a solid foundation from which to grow, they have made the decision to
take the oath of marriage and spend the rest of their lives together.
Let us rejoice in the love on display here today. May we treasure these memories as
B_______________ and G_______________, Under the eyes of God, get set to begin their
lives together.
Family Blessing
Celebrant: Who gives this bride?

Bride’s Companion: I do.
Wedding Sermon
Celebrant: (Addressing the guests) Marriage should be a respected institution, and one
deserving of deep reverence. Today we observe the union of B_______________ and
G_______________ in holy matrimony, a commitment they have chosen to take upon
themselves with all the sincerity that it warrants.
While marriage is a sacred and serious tradition, it is also cause for tremendous joy in your
lives. Married life is full of surprises, adventures, and memory-making all made possible by
the enduring power of love. When B_______________ride and Groom finalize this union,
they will begin a new life of partnership, one defined by shared desires, goals, and
successes.
Celebrant: (Addressing the couple) B_______________ and G_______________, as you

learn to live together as one, you will face many challenges that can help you grow. I
encourage you to spend time doing the things that make life precious – support each other,
always make time to laugh together, and never lose appreciation for the love that you share.
Remember to cling to the vows that you will make today. Seeking strength from each other,
give hope to one another, and let your trials help you grow as one. They say love can build
bridges and climb mountains — and they’re right. You will find that as you grow and mature
over time, your love for one another will prove to be both fulfilling and empowering.
There will be challenges in your life, but the strength of your bond will offer you protection
against whatever life puts in front of you. Always make your relationship a priority, and
continue to care for each other. Through a commitment to love, and with the power of faith,
together you will be able to get through any obstacles that come your way.
Consecration
Celebrant: Under the eyes of God, I solemnly bear witness to these matrimonial
proceedings. I will now finalize the sacred covenant you shall both enter into on this day.
The rite of marriage is an ancient institution, an important ritual that binds two people
together for the rest of their days. Today, as you form this union, you’re choosing to take a
vow that is as sacred today as it was to your ancestors.
The Bible makes note of the power of partnership in Ecclesiastes. It reminds us that “Two
are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls
down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.
Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm. But how can one keep warm alone?”
Vows
Celebrant: B_______________ and G_______________, I now invite you to express your

vows to one another. Please face each other as you say these vows before God and in the
presence of your family and friends.
B_______________, you may start.
Bride: I, B_______________, take you, G_______________, to be my lawfully wedded

husband. I promise to keep you by my side through the good times and the bad, for richer or
poorer, in sickness and in health. I vow to stay true to you, honor you, and love you for the
rest of my days, until death do us part.
Celebrant: Groom, now is the time for your promise.
Groom: I, G_______________, take you, B_______________, to be my lawfully wedded

wife. I promise to keep you by my side through good times and bad, for richer or poorer, in
sickness and in health. I vow to stay true to you, honor you, and love you for the rest of my
days, until death do us part.
Declaration of Intent
Celebrant: B_______________ and G_______________, please join hands. Under the

eyes of God, Groom, do you take Bride to be your lawfully wedded wife? Do you promise to
support her completely and love her unconditionally, so long as you both shall live?
Groom: I do.
Celebrant: Under the eyes of God, B_______________, do you take G_______________

to be your lawfully wedded husband? Do you promise to support him completely and love
him unconditionally, so long as you both shall live?
Bride: I do.
Celebrant: Very well, let us proceed.
Ring Exchange
Celebrant: It is now time to exchange the rings. The circle formed by each ring is a symbol
of your love and eternal commitment to one another. May these rings remind you always of
these divine promises you’ve made to each other today in the company of your family and
friends.
G_______________, you will go first. Please repeat after me as you place the ring on the
hand of your loved one.
I, G_______________, give you, B_______________ —- this ring as a symbol of my

love,—- commitment, and the eternal vows —- we have made today to each other. With this
ring, I wed.
B_______________, your turn.
I, B_______________, give you, G_______________ —- this ring as a symbol of my love,

—- commitment, and the eternal vows —- we have made today to each other. With this ring,
I wed.
Pronouncement
Celebrant: By the power vested in me, by the state of __________________ I pronounce

you, G_______________ and B_______________ as husband and wife.
Kiss
Celebrant: G_______________, you may now kiss the bride.
Presentation
Celebrant: Ladies and gentlemen, it is with great honor that I present to you, Mr. and Mrs.
G_______________ and B_______________ Last Name____________________!!
Recessional
Play Exit Music

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B_______________ = Brides First Name G_______________ = Grooms First Name

Play Introductory Music

The Welcome Statement

Over the course of their relationship, B_______________ and G_______________ have

Celebrant:​ Who gives this bride?

Celebrant:​ (Addressing the couple) B_______________ and G_______________, as you

Celebrant:​ B_______________ and G_______________, I now invite you to express your

B_______________, you may start.

Bride:​ I, B_______________, take you, G_______________, to be my lawfully wedded

Celebrant:​ Groom, now is the time for your promise.

Groom:​ I, G_______________, take you, B_______________, to be my lawfully wedded

Celebrant:​ B_______________ and G_______________, please join hands. Under the

Celebrant:​ Under the eyes of God, B_______________, do you take G_______________

Celebrant:​ Very well, let us proceed.

I, G_______________, give you, B_______________ —- this ring as a symbol of my

B_______________, your turn.

I, B_______________, give you, G_______________ —- this ring as a symbol of my love,

Celebrant:​ By the power vested in me, by the state of ​__________________​ I pronounce

Celebrant:​ G_______________, you may now kiss the bride.

Play Exit Music

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B_ = Brides First Name G_ = Grooms First Name

Over the course of their relationship, B_ and G_ have

Celebrant: Who gives this bride?

Celebrant: (Addressing the couple) B_ and G_, as you

Celebrant: B_ and G_, I now invite you to express your

Bride: I, B_, take you, G_, to be my lawfully wedded

Celebrant: Groom, now is the time for your promise.

Groom: I, G_, take you, B_, to be my lawfully wedded

Celebrant: B_ and G_, please join hands. Under the

Celebrant: Under the eyes of God, B_, do you take G_

Celebrant: Very well, let us proceed.

I, G_, give you, B_ —- this ring as a symbol of my

I, B_, give you, G_ —- this ring as a symbol of my love,

Celebrant: By the power vested in me, by the state of __________________ I pronounce

Celebrant: G_______________, you may now kiss the bride.