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A Basic Wedding Ceremony
What is in a
basic wedding ceremony
? There are different variations and additions in weddings across different cultures, religions and even families. However there are many elements which many weddings share. This article will list a few to help you get started on planning your basic wedding ceremony.
The Wedding ProcessionalThe wedding processional is part of the whole wedding fantasy we had as children. This is the time when all the people in the wedding walk down the aisle. People who walk down the aisle could include the officiant, the groom and his party, the children in the wedding (flower girl, ring bearer), and bridesmaids and finally the bride.Music and ReadingsMost weddings include both music within the ceremony and readings. There are many kinds of readings that can be done at a wedding from the classic to the unusual. Many weddings choose readings from poetry, Shakespeare, The Bible and other Religious books. Modern weddings may include readings from literature, novels and even references to television and movies.Wedding VowsAfter music, readings and religious services the bride and groom exchange vows. They may be traditional vows, a variation on traditional vows or vows which they wrote themselves. Many brides and grooms still tend to use the standard vows however there are many couples that feel that using vows that they wrote themselves helps to create a wedding with a deeper commitment and more meaning.Exchange of RingsDuring the vows the bride and groom usually exchangeThe Ceremony CompletionAfter the rings are exchanged the ceremony is wrapped up. The officiant pronounces them man and wife. The bride and the groom share their first kiss as a married couple.There you have it, a summary of a basic wedding ceremony. Go Back To Wedding Ideas |
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