James Michael Matarozzo

Dearly Beloved and Honored Guests,

We are gathered together here to join Christina Burkhart and Gerald Steinberg in the spiritual union of marriage.

This contract is not to be entered into lightly but thoughtfully and seriously, and with a deep realization of its obligations and responsibilities. Please remember that love, loyalty, and understanding are the foundations of a happy and enduring home.

Christina Burkhart and Gerald Steinberg will now share their vows.

*(Vows)*

Do you Christina Burkhart take this man Gerald Steinberg to be your lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold, in sickness and in health, in good times and woe, for richer or poorer, keeping yourself unto him for as long as you both shall live?

*(Wait for Confirmation)*

Do you Gerald Steinberg take this woman Christina Burkhart to be your lawfully wedded wife, to have and to hold, in sickness and in health, in good times and woe, for richer or poorer, keeping yourself unto her for as long as you both shall live?

*(Wait for Confirmation)*

Christina Burkhart and Gerald Steinberg will now exchange rings as a symbol of their love and commitment.

*(Ring Exchange)*

By the authority vested in me by American Marriage Ministries and the State of Michigan I now pronounce you husband and wife! You may kiss the bride.