Erin Lynn Kosisky

Annie + Kyle

May 28th, 2022

04:00PM

The Grove – Dallas, PA

The Ceremony:

-All guests are seated

-Kyle and Erin stand in front of arbor.

-(Cell phone announcement if that is decided upon: “On behalf of the nearly

newlyweds, I kindly ask that all cellphones, tablets, pagers (ha), and any other

devices be silenced and put away so that we could enjoy this moment fully in the

present.”)

-Music begins.

The Processional:

- Here Comes the Sun Imaginary Future

-Annie is escorted by Emmie and Max

- Annie and Kyle stand, hand in hand, facing each other.

-Music fades and ceases.

The Invocation:

“We are gathered here today to celebrate with Annie and Kyle as they

proclaim their love and commitment to each other, to Emmie and Max, and to all of

you; their very dear family and friends. We are gathered to rejoice, with and for

them, as they continue their journey together as husband and wife.

It is one of life’s greatest miracles when two people love each other so fantastically

that they are willing to commit their lives together as one spirit. The ability to love

is a miraculous gift that God has given us, and a wedding is a celebration of that

gift.

Annie and Kyle would like to thank everyone for being here today. Let us take a

moment now to recognize the family of Annie and Kyle and to thank them for their

love, support and devotion, as these two grew from adolescence and into the

beautiful individuals who stand here before us on this beautiful day. Thank you for

teaching them values and showing them the beauty and joy of loving another

person.

At this time, we would also like to honor those who could not be with us today.

Although some of our loved ones are not here with us physically, we feel blessed

that they are with us in spirit. We offer a moment of silence to honor their memory

while Annie and Kyle light the remembrance candle.

Annie and Kyle have enough love for each other to share with all of us, but also and

most importantly to envelope two very special hearts with a love and protection

stronger than any other. Emmie and Max are a constant source of joy, inspiration,

and hope for them.

Max, your curiosity, humor, and determination remind them to look at things with a

light heart and focus.

Emmie, your compassion, acceptance, and forgiving nature remind them to tend to

each other’s needs and forgive moments of imbalance.

Emmie and Max, together your playfulness, love, and imagination remind them to

be open to new changes and to find the fun in every step they take. Without the

two of you, this day would not be complete.

Today, Annie and Kyle, you are promising in front of your family and friends that

you both want to be with each other and only each other for the rest of your lives,

and that you will do everything in your power to honor the promises that you are

making here today…and so I ask,”

Declaration of Intent:

Erin to Kyle: “Kyle, have you come here today freely and without reservation to

give yourself to this woman, Annie Claire Sherwin, in marriage? Do you promise to

trust and honor her, to love her faithfully through the best and the worst for as long

as you both shall live?

Kyle: “Can confirm.”

Erin to Annie: “Annie, have you come here today freely and without reservation to

give yourself to this man, Kyle William Britt, in marriage? Do you promise to trust

and honor him, to love him faithfully through the best and the worst for as long as

you both shall live?

Annie: “Can confirm.”

Vows Exchange/ Handfasting:

Erin: “Let us begin the hand-fasting ceremony to symbolize this unity. Hand-fasting

is an ancient Celtic tradition that involves literally tying the knot, which we are

about to see and celebrate, to signify Annie and Kyle’s love and commitment to

each other.

I now invite Big John and Lynn, Kyle’s parents to come forth to lay the first cord.

This cord represents guidance and many blessings and is a constant reminder that

you have a giant support team behind you always.

Now, for the final cord, we will need Emmie and Max. [Emmie and Max lay the final

cord across Annie and Kyle’s hand.]

This cord represents family, love, and laughter; something that is ever present in

the home of Annie, Kyle, Emmie, Max, and all of their fur babies.

I now ask that Annie and Kyle each take an end of the cords in their other hands

and pull each side; creating a knot in the shape of an infinity symbol as a reminder

that this love is endless.

Erin: “I now ask Annie and Kyle to exchange the vows in which they have written

for each other.”

Kyle: Vows

Annie: Vows

Rings Exchange:

Erin: “Annie and Kyle will now exchange rings as a symbol of their love and

commitment. Our master Ring Bearers will now bring forth the rings.”

Erin: “The ring, an unbroken and infinite circle, represents unending love. May

these rings, when you look upon them, be a joyous reminder of this moment and

the love you have promised to each other.”

Erin to Kyle: “Kyle, please place this ring on Annie’s finger as you repeat after me:

‘Annie, I give you this ring/ as a symbol of my vow to devote my love and life to

you/ with all that I am and we are/ and all that I have to share in life/ I will honor

and cherish you in the name of God.’”

Erin to Annie: “Annie, please place this ring on Kyle’s finger as you repeat after me:

Kyle, I give you this ring/ as a symbol of my vow to devote my love and life to you/

with all that I am and we are/ and all that I have to share in life/ I will honor and

cherish you in the name of God.’”

Erin: “Annie and Kyle, I wish you both so much love and happiness as you begin

this new chapter. Remember to keep lots of laughter in your life together, and love

will never be far behind. You two are the perfect balance; Kyle, you help to ground

Annie when she needs it the most. You are always there for her and ready to whip

up a spontaneous charcuterie board at a moment’s notice or lack thereof. Annie;

you help Kyle to grow by challenging him to try new things. It is my understanding

that Kyle eats vegetables now. Continue having those kitchen dance parties and

embarking on new adventures. I have had the great joy in experiencing first hand

the light and love the two of you bring into a room when you enter it, just as

everyone else here has.”

Final Blessing:

Erin: “Annie and Kyle, today you have stood before these witnesses, before God,

your family, and friends, and declared your intent to commit your lives to each

other in marriage. You have made promises to each other and your family. Your

road to this moment has not always been smooth, but you continued to fight for

one another and find a way to make it work. I hope you will never forget the fight

and perseverance it has taken to get to this moment, and I hope you will never

forget the love and joy you feel today, because these are the values that will keep

your marriage, family, and bond to one another strong. May all that you are always

be in love.

The Pronouncement:

Erin: “Annie and Kyle, you have promised your love to each other in the company

of your wonderful families. By the power vested in me by American Marriage

Ministries and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, I now pronounce you man and

wife!! You may now kiss!”

KISS! KISS! KISS! KISS! KISS! KISS!

*depending on set up, I will stand or duck to the side at this moment to allow for

some timeless photos here.*

The Recessional:

Erin: “It is with great honor that I present to you for the very first time: MR. AND

MRS. KYLE BRITT!