Michael J. Gahan III

Dearly Beloved and Honored Guests,

We are gathered together here to join Mary and Jim in the spiritual union of marriage, in the loving hand of God, and in the presence of friends and family, to celebrate one of life’s greatest moments. We are here to give recognition to the worth and beauty of love, and to add our best wishes and blessings to the words that will unite Brian and Gabrielle in holy matrimony.

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. This is a foundation you have already built.

Mary and Jim will now share their vows.

*(Vows)*

Do you Mary take this man Jim to be your lawfully wedded partner, 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 James take this woman Mary Katherine Watkins to be your lawfully wedded partner, 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)*

Mary Katherine Watkins and James 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 Maryland I now pronounce you wife and husband!