This is a sample of one of the wedding ceremonies that my couples have customized for themselves. Their main source of reference was sample ceremonies I shared with them and the book, The Wedding Ceremony Planner: the Essential Guide to the Most Important Part of Your Wedding, by Rev. Judith Johnson.

Love has gathered us here today.
We are here to celebrate the love
that Groom and Bride have for each other
as well as the love that each of you
has given them throughout their lives.
As families and friends,
you are the ones
who have taught Groom and Bride how to love.
You have shown them the blessings
that come through loving one another.

Having planted this seed of love in them,
we are now gathered to support them
as they embark upon their voyage of discovery
as husband and wife.

We are here to see them off on this journey.
Let us also be there to see them through.

Who is here to bless this union?

Parents of Bride and Groom: We do.

Thank you. Please be seated.