The celebration of your love for one another is designed to reflect the personalities, the feelings and the wishes of each couple.  Together with you, I hope to bring a happy and joyful spirit as well as a sacred dimension to the most special of all celebrations, you wedding.

     I have enjoyed helping hundreds of couples to plan and celebrate their special relationship of love.  I have learned that EACH WEDDING CEREMONY IS DIFFERENT FROM ALL OTHERS, because each couple is unique.  You have your own ideas and you bring a distinct spirit and will make your own "imprint" on your ceremony... and beyond!  My happiness comes from responding to your needs with regard to the wedding celebration.

The following is a basic description of the ceremony which will serve as a guideline for you and as a basis for our discussions:

THE ENTRANCE PROCESSION AND PRESENTATION OF THE BRIDE

WELCOME AND OPENING REMARKS

THE READING OR REFLECTION (from Sacred Scripture, secular source, poem)
This can be proclaimed by the Officiant or special lector chosen by you.

PERSONAL REMARKS (officiant's sharing of inspirational thoughts, stories, qualities, etc.)

EXCHANGE OF VOWS (Most couples repeat the promises after me.  Some write their own.)

BLESSING AND EXCHANGE OF WEDDING RINGS

LIGHTING OF UNITY CANDLE ...optional

THE SAND CEREMONY ...optional (see instructions and video here)

THE BLESSING AND SHARING OF WINE ...optional

PRESENTATION OF ROSES TO MOTHERS (AND GRANDMOTHERS) ...optional

CONCLUDING REMARKS AND PRONOUNCEMENT AS HUSBAND AND WIFE

SPECIAL BLESSING OF NEWLY MARRIED COUPLE (Indian, priestly, Irish etc.)

THE KISS

THE FIRST PRESENTATION OF THE COUPLE ...Officiant

THE RECESSIONAL

THE REST OF YOUR LIFE!!!