Ring ceremony

The Exchange of Wedding Rings represent the vows and promises the bride and groom have exchanged. They signify to the world that that they belong to someone special and someone special belongs to them. Exchange of Rings 1 GROOM, as you place the ring on BRIDE’s finger, please repeat after me: You are the love of my life And you are my very best friend BRIDE, as you place the ring on GROOM’s finger, please repeat after me: You are the love of my life And you are my very best friend Exchange of Rings 2 GROOM, as you place the ring on BRIDE’s finger, please repeat after me: I give you this ring to wear As a symbol of my abiding love, My eternal faith, and my undying devotion. It is an outward reminder of our inner unity. BRIDE, as you place the ring on GROOM’s finger, please repeat after me: I give you this ring to wear As a symbol of my abiding love, My eternal faith, and my undying devotion. It is an outward reminder of our inner unity. Exchange of Rings 3 GROOM, as you place the ring on BRIDE’s finger, please repeat after me: With this ring, I marry you and bind my life to yours. It is a symbol of my eternal love, My everlasting friendship, And the promise of all my tomorrows. BRIDE, as you place the ring on GROOM’s finger, please repeat after me: With this ring, I marry you and bind my life to yours. It is a symbol of my eternal love, My everlasting friendship, And the promise of all my tomorrows. Exchange of Rings 4 GROOM, as you place the ring on BRIDE’s finger, please ...

How to Incorporate a Ring Warming Ceremony There are a few ways to execute this tradition. If your goal is to have each of your guests “warm” up the ring, then consider placing the rings in a prominent box or container at your ceremony’s venue, allowing each person to participate in warming up the rings for a few short moments before taking their seats. If you want the ring warming held during the ceremony, keep it more intimate and designate someone like the best man or officiant to pass the ring around to your families and wedding parties before you and your partner exchange vows. “When returned to the couple, their rings are warmed by everyone’s loving touch,” says Arnold. “I often have a unique little cushion made with the rings attached to it by ribbons which is a lovely keepsake from the day. It is also important for people to have a chance to include a private prayer if the ceremony is a non-religious one.” Who is involved in the ring warming ceremony? The couple chooses who they want to warm up their rings. They can involve each guest or keep it simple and just include their family and wedding party. The officiant typically leads the ring warming ceremony. “I oversee the ceremony and explain to everyone the significance of what is happening and how happy my couple is to be receiving everyone’s love in such a tangible way,” Arnold says. “In some circumstances, the rings can be taken to a close family member who can’t attend the wedding—especially if due to ill healt...

The wedding ceremony is the heart of the wedding day. The dress, the flowers, the food are all icing on the cake, but the ceremony is where two people actually become married—legally, spiritually, and literally. Considering the significance, it’s surprising that many couples often leave the wedding ceremony planning to the last minute, according to wedding officiant and “It’s almost like an afterthought.” Tanya Pushkine is a professional vow writing coach, ceremony planner, and officiant based in New York City. She’s known as the “vow whisperer” for her ability to craft authentic and memorable ceremonies that reflect the unique personalities and beliefs of the couple. Pushkine recommends that couples start thinking about the ceremony early in the wedding planning process so that they know what to ask for when they meet with their wedding planner or day-of coordinator. Religious ceremonies are typically more fixed in terms of the service, language, and traditions while secular/non-religious ceremonies give couples a lot more flexibility to personalize the ceremony to their unique tastes. Start Early Don’t leave writing your wedding ceremony until the last minute. Get ahead of it and start doing your research early on in the wedding planning process so that you have plenty of time to find inspiration and craft a ceremony that reflects you as a couple. “It’s like a puzzle,” Pushkine warns. “There are so many different variations and themes to choose from when it comes to plan...

PROCESSIONAL Formal processionals are integral totraditional marriage ceremonies. This iconic part of the ceremony is characterized by the song"Here Comes the Bride" accompanied by the bride and wedding party walking up the aisle. This traditional processional observes the riteof the "Giving of the Bride", where the bride is accompanied by her father as she walks down the aisle. The steps below block out each action during this traditionalprocession: • Before the guests enter, the officiant and groom(PARTNER A) IS ALREADY STANDING ON THE WEDDING STAGE. PLAYING SOME LIGHT MUSIC IS A GREAT WAY TO SIGNAL TOPEOPLE THAT THE CEREMONY IS ABOUT TO BEGIN. • THE GUESTS BEGIN TO ENTER. THE ELDERS ARE SEATED FIRST, ASSISTED BYOTHER GUESTS.AS THE OFFICIANT, YOU CAN HELP DIRECT PEOPLE TO THEIR SEATS WITH EYE CONTACT AND, NODDING AND POINTING. • ONCE ALL THE GUESTS ARE SEATED the dj or sound person stops the music to que people into stillness. • Once everyone is silent, the "Procession song" is played.Traditionally this is "Here comes the bride" but it can be any song of the couple's choosing. • The Wedding party enters. The choreography will be blocked out beforehand. The order below follows a traditional processional order. TRADITIONAL PROCESSIONAL ENTRANCE • The brides maids and grooms men enter, parntered up, hand in hand. • Theywalk onto the wedding stage and go to their pre-assigned places behind the officiant. All the bridesmaids on one side and the grooms men on the other. • The ...

• • • This page provides you with three options to consider in the ring ceremony process. Some couples wish to share what the rings signify to them, some faiths and cultures offer a blessing before exchanging the rings and some couples wish to have special words they speak as they exchange the rings. We can incorporate some or all of these options for you. Ring Ceremony Meanings Ring Ceremony Meaning #1 From the earliest times, the circle has been a symbol of completeness. An unbroken and never-ending circle represents a commitment of love that is forever. As often as either of you look at your rings, may you be reminded of your commitment of love being made today. Ring Ceremony Meaning #2 For thousands of years, lovers have exchanged rings as a token of their vows. The promises which you have spoken today are forever in your minds and hearts, but words are fleetingand so those who marry wear rings as visible, tangible symbols of their love and commitment. These rings announce to the world that you have entwined together to become one and that it is inconceivable that you should ever part. Ring Ceremony Meaning #3 The wedding ring is a symbol of eternity. It is an outward sign of an inward and spiritual bond which unites two hearts in endless love. And now as a token of your love and desire to be forever united in heart and soul, we will now exchange rings. Ring Ceremony Meaning #4 The ring is the symbol of the commitment which binds these two together. There are two rings...

The ring exchange: It’s the moment in your wedding ceremony where all those promises and dedications you make are symbolized in a physical form. For many couples this is one of the most special moments of the ceremony. You might be familiar with the “With this ring, I thee wed” or “Take this ring as a symbol of my love” script and think that’s all there is to it. But, like with almost every aspect of your wedding including Whether you’re looking for something traditional to say as you exchange rings or you want to make a modern statement, we’ve got plenty of ring exchange wording samples to inspire you. Traditional Ring Exchange Wording Traditional ring exchange wording often features words like cherish, devotion, and faith. They’re phrases centred around long-held views on marriage and the symbolism of the wedding ring, and filled with powerful words that evoke emotion. To get you thinking about your own ring exchange wording, here are some traditional promises and phrases for your “I do” moment. • “I give you this ring as a symbol of my everlasting love for you.” • “I give you this ring as a sign of our love for and commitment to each other. I promise to support you, care for you, and stand alongside you for all of our days.” • “I offer you this ring to wear as a symbol of our unbreakable bond. It is a reminder of my eternal faith and unwavering dedication. I will cherish you forever more.” • “This ring is symbolic of my never ending commitment, love, and devotion to you...

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This wedding ceremony script incorporates a beautifully romantic and inspirational message of love that covers the basic elements of a traditional wedding, but it also includes a ring warming ceremony, in which the wedding rings are passed around through the ceremony for each guest to contribute their positive thoughts and/or prayers to the bands. The couple then carries the positive energy forward with them. This version can be customized to fit the couple’s wishes – you’ll find the button to download at the bottom of the page. Officiant (to guests): Hello and good afternoon/evening. _______________ and _______________, and I would like to extend a warm welcome to all of you on this gorgeous day. _______________ and _______________ relationships have deepened and grown as a result of all of you—as a result of this powerful community—leading them to this point. Thank you for coming; now let's get them married. Officiant (to couple): _______________ and _______________, Your adventure began the instant you met. You spent the time to figure out what makes the other person happy, laugh, and how to best support them when life gets complicated. You warmly embraced each other's families, communities, and longstanding friends, and enthusiastically brought them together. With your love, you created a new community and have worked tirelessly to sustain it as it develops and flourishes. Now today, you will join as one, a bond that cannot be broken. Reading Officiant (to guests): “No...

There are numerous ways of re-phrasing your ring exchange wording and making it especially yours. If you’re finding it difficult to put together just the right words, allow us to help you navigate the waters of wedding ring exchange wording. The significance of a ring in marriage cannot be underestimated, and so the words that follow the exchange of these rings should be special indeed. Photo by: Most couples who want their ring exchange wording would like to spice things up a bit. Therefore they might be looking for something funny, or heartwarming, or just phrases that embody their uniqueness. This takes a lot of thought and planning; because while they would be written in your words, they would also have to be short and practical. Here we have a few descriptions of the different types and examples of ring exchange wording you can use. Unique Ring Exchange Wording “With this ring, I thee wed”, is how most standard ring exchange wording begins; however some couples seek something unique. Below are a few samples, which might help with this. The fitting of this ring with its unending circle symbolizes my everlasting love for you. The placing of this ring on your finger, is the fulfillment of my dreams, to have you as my friend, my love, my husband/ wife, to live as one forever. With this ring, I give you my heart… From this day forward, You shall not walk alone. My heart will be your shelter, And my arms will be your home Ring Exchange Wording Funny Some couples choose to i...

The Introduction to the Exchange of Rings of a wedding ceremony explains the symbolism and meaning behind the giving of the rings to the bride and groom. Introduction to the Exchange of Rings 1 The ring is an ancient symbol, so perfect and simple. It has no beginning and has no end. It is round like the sun, like the moon, like the eye, like arms that embrace. It is a circle; for love that is given comes back round again. Your rings are precious because you wear them with love. They symbolize your commitment in marriage. They remind you of who you are, where you’ve been, and where you’re going. As you wear them through time, they will reflect not only who you are as individuals, but also who you are a couple. Introduction to the Exchange of Rings 2 These rings are made of precious metals; purified by the heat of many fires. They are a symbol of the wealth that resides inside each of you and the purity of your love for one another. Introduction to the Exchange of Rings 3 Though we have heard the vows, which have been shared by BRIDE and GROOM, words, once spoken, are carried away on the wind. Therefore, the wedding ring is a visible symbol of the promises that have been made. Introduction to the Exchange of Rings 4 The circle has frequently been used to symbolize eternity. The ring, like the circle, is a reminder of the perfection and endurance of BRIDE and GROOM’s commitment to and love for one another. Introduction to the Exchange of Rings 5 These rings represent the vows...